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John Curtis

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John Ream Curtis is a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Utah's 3rd congressional district since June 2017. He has focused on issues such as economic development, public lands, and healthcare during his time in office. Curtis has been an advocate for finding bipartisan solutions and has emphasized the importance of common ground in legislative processes.

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Sep 30, 2020

I commend my colleague, Representative Malinowski, for working with all sides so hard.

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Sep 30, 2020

I wish to speak in support of the Hong Kong People's Freedom and Choice Act.

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Sep 28, 2020

The Open Technology Fund is a vital part of helping journalists and democracy activists around the world.

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Aug 22, 2020

Like many of my constituents, I have followed the allegations circling around the Postal Service. These are serious allegations. To get to the heart of the problem, I spoke directly to Utah's postal leadership. As I asked questions and…

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Jun 30, 2020

This bill would designate Hong Kongers as Priority 2 refugees, streamlining the refugee admission process.

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Jun 30, 2020

Yesterday I introduced the bipartisan Hong Kong Safe Harbor Act, along with my partner Representative Castro.

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Jun 30, 2020

This legislation is needed and it is needed immediately.

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Jun 30, 2020

I hope the House will act quickly on this legislation.

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Jun 29, 2020

Today, I rise in opposition to H.R. 1425. Right now, we must deliver the most effective treatments to patients infected with COVID-19 and all those suffering from other life- threatening illnesses. Breaking down barriers to receiving…

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Apr 22, 2020

Ultimately, when this is all over, I don't believe it will be government that saves us. I believe it will be our small businesses.

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Apr 22, 2020

This bill we will vote on later today is critical to delivering resources to the parts of the country and economy that are currently on life support.

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Mar 3, 2020

In closing, I again want to thank my colleagues for their hard work to expand the number of scholarships available to Pakistani women under USAID's Merit and Needs-Based Scholarship Program. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to support…

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Mar 3, 2020

In closing, I again thank my colleagues for their hard work on this important cause. The exploitation, violence, and abuse experienced by so many of the world's most vulnerable children cannot be tolerated. This resolution raises awareness…

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Feb 25, 2020

when we villainize coal, we have to remember that we are villainizing hard-working people.

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Feb 25, 2020

there is no scientific evidence that politicians can solve any problem at all.

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Feb 25, 2020

I think forest management and planting trees alone will not stop climate change, but it is certainly part of a solution.

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Jan 10, 2020

My family tree on both sides is full of prominent women who served in elected office. The most notable of these is my wife's great-grandmother, Dr. Martha Hughes Cannon, a pioneer in both government and heritage. 123 years ago, she was…

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Oct 30, 2019

Before I begin, I would like to list the number of areas where I likely agree with my good friend from Colorado (Mr. Neguse). We share a State, a boundary, and our States are beautiful and full of public lands and recreational…

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Oct 30, 2019

I would like to reemphasize my praise for the Congressman from Colorado. The consensus that he mentioned is not a simple thing and should be applauded. I simply make a plea and request that the gentleman will continue to seek for that…

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Oct 30, 2019

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Utah will be postponed. Amendment No. 2 Offered by Mr. Brown of Maryland The Acting CHAIR…

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Oct 30, 2019

I have an amendment at the desk. The CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of the bill, insert the following: TITLE V--APPLICATION SEC. 501. APPLICATION. Notwithstanding any…

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Oct 22, 2019

I actually have a bill that addresses this. It is called the TAIPEI Act and I hope this committee will pick this bill up and quickly address it.

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Oct 22, 2019

I worry that our effort, our U.S. dollars spent in that region are a small percent compared to the influence of China and their maligning influence.

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Oct 22, 2019

My great fear that despite all of our best efforts, it is still not enough.

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Oct 21, 2019

Your testimony, you argue that it is important for Federal land management agencies not to create unnecessary tension.

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