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09.24.2026 Sens. Cruz, Britt Introduce Legislation to Improve Management of Double-Crested Cormorants WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Katie Britt (R-Ala.) introduced the Responsible Cormorant Management and Control Act of 2026. The legislation requires the Secretary of the Interior to develop regional management frameworks for the take of double-crested cormorants. Sen. Cruz said, “Excessive double-crested cormorant populations are harming fisheries, aquaculture operations, and private waters across Texas. This bill gives Texans the tools they need to responsibly manage...
Senator Ted CruzRTX
09.18.2026 Sen. Cruz Statement On Passage Into Law of Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), a member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement after President Trump signed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 into law. Sen. Cruz said, “I’m proud to have worked alongside my friend Senator Graham on the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026. President Trump signing this legislation into law sends a clear message to Vladimir Putin and those enabling his war...
Senator Ted CruzRTX
New Gooden Bill Cracks Down on Synthetic Kratom Products
Representative Lance GoodenRTX

WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Lance Gooden (TX-05) announced the End Gas Station Heroin Act, legislation to protect Americans from dangerous synthetic opioids sold in gas stations and smoke shops. The bill permanently schedules synthetic opioids and analogs sold in synthetic kratom products, commonly known as “gas station heroin.” It also creates a special federal enforcement mechanism to address new and emerging substances before manufacturers can evade enforcement. “Dangerous synthetic opioids powerful enough to fuel addiction and destroy lives should not be sitting on convenience store sh

September 16, 2026 Curtis Wildfire Emissions Prevention Bill Unanimously Passes Committee Senator John Curtis (R-UT) today applauded the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee’s unanimous passage of the Wildfire Emissions Prevention Act (WEPA), bipartisan legislation to streamline states’ use of prescribed fires to prevent wildfire emissions, protect ecosystems and wildlife habitats, and make American forests and communities safer, healthier, and cleaner. The bill—led by Senator Curtis—is cosponsored by EPW Chair Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) and Senators Jeff Merkley (D-OR), John Boozman (R-AR), Alex Padilla (D-CA), and Mark Kelly (D-AZ). Continue Reading
Senator John CurtisRUT
September 15, 2026 Curtis Joins Tillis, Armstrong on Delegation to Ukraine Senator Curtis (R-UT), member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, joined a Republican congressional delegation with Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Alan Armstrong (R-OK) to Ukraine to affirm American support for the Ukrainian people and assess the security situation amid Russia’s continued war of aggression. The trip marks the first time since the start of the invasion that a congressional delegation visited Kharkiv, a heavily fortified frontline city just miles from the Russian border. Continue Reading
Senator John CurtisRUT
August 25, 2026 Curtis Cosponsors National Park Week Resolution Senator Curtis joined his colleagues in cosponsoring a bipartisan resolution designating the week of August 22 through August 30, 2026, as "National Park Week." The resolution, introduced by Senator Daines, recognizes the National Park Service’s role in preserving the United States’ natural, historical, and cultural treasures and encourages Americans to responsibly enjoy the nation’s public lands. Continue Reading
Senator John CurtisRUT
August 21, 2026 Curtis Convenes Utah Leaders to Explore Bold Solutions for Great Salt Lake, Utah’s Water Future Senator Curtis convened a group of experts—including state elected officials, water experts, researchers, conservation leaders, and members of Utah’s technology sector—for a roundtable discussion on bold, long-term solutions to strengthen Utah’s water supply and protect the Great Salt Lake. “A rich part of Utah’s heritage is our ingenuity and determination to solve societal challenges, particularly when it comes to water, and protecting the Great Salt Lake is no exception,” said Senator Curtis following the event. Continue Reading
Senator John CurtisRUT
August 19, 2026 Curtis Promotes Policy to Address Utah’s Growth, Affordable Housing with Utah Transportation Leaders Senator Curtis, member of the Commerce and Environment and Public Works Committees, today joined leaders from the Wasatch Front Regional Council, Utah Transit Authority, Salt Lake City, Mountainland Association of Governments, and others to discuss policy developments that would strengthen Utah’s transportation network, expand affordable housing opportunities near transit hubs, and prepare the state’s infrastructure for continued growth and upcoming high-traffic events like the Salt Lake Temple open house in 2027 and the 2034 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games. Continue Reading
Senator John CurtisRUT
August 7, 2026 Curtis, Van Hollen Introduce Legislation to Combat Affordable Housing Crisis, Strengthen USPS Senators Curtis and Van Hollen introduced the Delivering Americans Affordable Homes Act, bipartisan legislation to address the shortage of affordable housing and funding shortfalls at the United States Postal Service. Amid record-breaking housing costs, the Senators’ new bill would allow local communities to lease Postal Service property rights for new affordable housing construction. Continue Reading
Senator John CurtisRUT
August 7, 2026 Curtis, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen Cybersecurity for Rural and Municipal Utilities Senators Curtis, McCormick, Hickenlooper, Hoeven, and Cortez Masto introduced the Rural and Municipal Utility Cybersecurity Act, bipartisan legislation to reauthorize a critical federal grant program that helps rural electric cooperatives and municipal utilities strengthen their cybersecurity defenses against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. Continue Reading
Senator John CurtisRUT
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