I filmed my highs and lows this week in what we call our leg shop, where we do all the work on legislation. It's about eight different cubicles and is where our team does its great work!

My high this week is that, with reconciliation behind us, we're now really starting to get into some good legislation. One that I'll point out that I'm really proud of is called the Fix Our Forests Act. The number of fires in the West and in Utah right now is totally out of control. We have a good bipartisan bill with great support that deals with everything from how we manage our forests to the way the agencies work together, and the way we predict forest fires. Excited about that.

Which ties into my low, and that is those darn forest fires right now burning in Utah and throughout the West. Clearly, a huge problem threatening lives and property. Thank you to so many who are working hard. Our sheriffs, local officials, and those who come in to fight these fires. Thank you for all your great work. We'll do our work on this end to try to eliminate them in the future. And thank you for your work on your end.

With nine active wildfires burning in Utah, the need for real solutions has never been more urgent. Senator Curtis joined KSL’s Inside Sources to discuss the Fix Our Forests Act, a bipartisan effort to restore forest health and reduce wildfire risk.

Senator Curtis named his Senate conference room the Mount Olympus Room—now he needs your help decorating it. Have a great photo or memory of Mount Olympus? Email it to experience@curtis.senate.gov. Let’s bring a piece of Utah to the U.S. Senate.





Senators Curtis, Padilla (D-CA), Schiff (D-CA), and Mullin (R-OK) introduced bipartisan legislation to support and commemorate the 2028 and 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Games set to take place in Los Angeles, California and Salt Lake City, Utah, respectively, through the minting of new commemorative coins.

The America’s Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coins Act would direct the Treasury Department to mint and issue four types of coins each in commemoration of the 2028 and 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The coins would be minted at no cost to the federal government, and any proceeds collected from the sale of these commemorative coins would aid in the execution of the 2028 and 2034 Games as well as support their legacy programs, which include the promotion of youth sports in the United States.



Full story by Cami Mondeaux and Lisa Riley Roche here.



Senator Curtis shared the following statement in response to the wildfires impacting Utah:

“I’m grateful to the first responders tackling the fires burning across our state. Their courage and commitment in the face of danger embody the very best of Utah. In a state built by pioneers who prepared for hard seasons, we must meet this moment with the same resolve. I urge every Utahn to take seriously the fire restrictions currently in place.”

To stay up to date, Utah Fire Info provides evacuation guidance and restriction notices. Their dashboard offers real-time updates on every major fire. Your local police and fire departments remain the best source for timely evacuation and safety alerts.

Let’s stay alert, act responsibly, and support those on the front lines.



The attacks in Argentina were brutal acts of terror carried out against innocent people simply because they were Jewish. Thirty years later, we are still seeing violence driven by the same hatred—from Buenos Aires to Boulder to Washington, D.C. Whether it’s the Tree of Life massacre in Pittsburgh, the murder of a Jewish woman at a peace event in Colorado, or the recent killing of two Israelis outside a Jewish gathering in our nation’s capital, we are witnessing an alarming rise in antisemitism in our time. These tragedies must not be ignored—and they must not go unanswered.

To commemorate the 31st anniversary of the bombing of the Argentine Israelite Mutual Association Jewish Center and the 33rd anniversary of the bombing of the Israeli Embassy in Buenos Aires, Senators Curtis and Rosen (D-NV) introduced a bipartisan Senate resolution reaffirming the United States’ commitment to justice for the victims and vigilance against the rising tide of antisemitism at home and abroad.

What’s been missing in our Ukraine strategy is exactly that—strategy. We shouldn’t be dictating red lines for Ukraine from Washington. Senator Curtis joined The Lead with Jake Tapper to discuss the Ukraine deal laid out by the President. He shared his support for the President in giving Ukraine the tools and backing it needs to defend its sovereignty, push back against Putin’s aggression, and ultimately win—not just survive—this war.





Full story by Brigham Tomco here.

This week, Senator Curtis had the opportunity to meet with Utahns, including many business owners in town for the Taste of Utah.



The Senator also met with the Utah leaders from Future Farmers of America (FFA), special education teachers, and students interning in our nation’s capital for the summer. 

Starting a new job can be stressful enough without waiting on federal paperwork to clear. One constituent recently reached out to Senator Curtis’ office for help expediting a work permit, and with the help of our casework team, they were able to get it in time to start their new position. With their permission, we’re sharing their story to show how our office can help when important opportunities are on the line.



If you can't get an answer from a federal agency in a timely fashion, or if you feel you have been treated unfairly, our office may be able to help resolve a problem or get you the information you need. While we cannot guarantee you a favorable outcome, we will do our best to help you receive a fair and timely response to your problem.

Senate approves $9 billion in DOGE cuts, including to PBS, NPR despite some GOP objections (Deseret News)

Sen. Curtis says D.C. shouldn’t dictate ‘red lines’ for Ukraine attacks on Russia (Deseret News)

Curtis, Moore among bipartisan group pushing for 2028, 2034 Olympic commemorative coins (KTVX)

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