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When a society loses its ability to remember, reflect, and revere heroic individuals and enduring principles, it risks losing far more. This Memorial Day, Senator Curtis joined fellow Utahns in Lehi and Salt Lake City to honor those who gave their lives in service to our nation.
As energy demand continues to grow, we need an all-of-the-above approach that supports Utahns and provides the long-term certainty businesses need to invest and expand. In Utah, we’ve seen firsthand how smart policies—like energy tax credits—can drive innovation, strengthen our economy, and create real opportunity. Senator Curtis visited energy storage company Fluence’s manufacturing facility in Tooele County to see the value of these incentives in meeting both our energy production and economic development goals.
Full story by Cami Mondeaux here.
Senator Curtis released the following statement after the Supreme Court unanimously ruled to overturn a lower court decision to halt the Uinta Basin Railway project, which would connect oil fields in the Uintah basin to a national rail network:
“This is welcome news for Utah and America’s energy future. The Supreme Court’s unanimous ruling poses a firm and clear message: NEPA is a 'procedural cross-check, not a substantive roadblock.'
“For too long, litigious groups have weaponized environmental reviews to stall critical projects—oil, gas, wind, solar, nuclear, and more. I’ll keep pushing for real permitting reform to unlock our full potential to provide affordable, reliable, and clean energy.
“If we’re serious about unleashing American energy, we need to give the sector what it needs most: predictable rules and freedom from arbitrary delays.”
In Utah, you’ll find powerful examples of how innovation and opportunity go hand in hand—often accelerated by public-private partnerships. Senator Curtis toured Thermo Fisher Scientific's bioproduction site in Logan, where he saw firsthand how the company is enabling breakthrough advancements in biomedical innovation while employing approximately 1,000 people throughout the Beehive State.
Full story by Amanda Goddard here.
Senator Curtis met with the Stirling Foundation to discuss their global work to lift communities and build self-reliance. As he shared with Secretary Rubio last week, Utah is home to remarkable philanthropic organizations already doing the hard work of delivering aid. As the State Department reassesses how to deliver foreign assistance more effectively, partners like these stand ready to help America succeed.
Targeted reforms are essential if we want to make sure programs like Medicare and Medicaid can continue to serve those who need them most. Senator Curtis spoke with the Utah Health Policy Project about how we can better ensure every dollar delivers the best possible health outcomes for beneficiaries.
Our energy future must be affordable, reliable, and clean. The Trump Administration has made great progress in cutting red tape, but energy dominance requires more than deregulation—we must also give industry the certainty they need to invest and grow. Senator John Curtis spoke with Utah energy leaders about the importance of maintaining America’s competitive edge in energy production.
Senator Curtis visited Maddox Ranch House with a few Morgan County commissioners—some of the most dedicated local leaders you’ll find anywhere. They discussed growth, infrastructure, and opportunities to collaborate on meeting the needs of fast-growing communities.
Senator Curtis spent time at Storm Bowling in Brigham City, where more than half the world’s bowling balls are manufactured—right here in Utah. As he’s traveled the state this week, he’s been struck by the innovation, entrepreneurship, and pride on display—not just in Box Elder County, but all across Utah. There’s no shortage of reminders of what “Made in America” really looks like. And a lot of it is happening right in our own backyard.
While in Tooele and Box Elder Counties, Senator Curtis visited businesses like Plastic Ingenuity and Niagara Bottling. Each visit reinforced what he’s long believed—Utah knows how to build, produce, and compete. In the Senate, he’ll keep working to make sure federal policy supports—not stifles—the kind of innovation, grit, and hard work that defines Utah’s economy.
The completion of the first transcontinental railroad was a hallmark technological achievement of the 19th century—and it happened right in Promontory, Utah. Senator Curtis toured Golden Spike National Historic Park to learn more about this pivotal moment in Utah and American history, and even had the chance to take a ride on a steam locomotive.
There is often deep meaning behind the names of the roads and highways we use every day. While on the Borgstrom Brothers Memorial Highway in Box Elder County, Senator Curtis learned more about the ultimate sacrifices made by these four siblings during WWII. He is glad to see their legacy honored here in their home community.
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