I can't remember a week that cast of gloom over it quite like this week. I had the amazing honor to go to Arlington, to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and lay a wreath for Officer Estrada and Sergeant Sorensen. Of course, the two officers who lost their lives a couple of weeks ago in Brigham City and the Tremonton area. And, I'm going to call it my high. It was a somber moment but to be there and to be able to recognize them in that way was a real high for me.

And of course, the low. Like all of you, my heart is just broken with the events at UVU and the loss of life of Charlie Kirk. A prayer for him and his family and those students who had to witness that and for everybody who's dealing with this. I hope we can turn the corner and move forward together.

Senator Curtis published an opinion piece in Deseret News reflecting on the tragic death of Charlie Kirk and calling for a return to compassion, understanding, and dignity in our public and personal discourse. We can disagree passionately. We can debate fiercely. But we must never lose sight of the humanity of those across the table or across the aisle. When we do, we lose more than civility; we lose the very fabric of our democracy.



Full op-ed by Senator Curtis here.



Our hearts are heavy. The tragic murder of Charlie Kirk has shaken Utah and our nation. His voice challenged us, inspired us, and brought people together in conversation.

Senator Curtis wants to hear from you. Please share your thoughts and reflections at experience@curtis.senate.gov. He will read every email personally as we work to process this tragedy together.





Senator Curtis shared the following statement in remembrance of September 11th and in honor of those who have given their lives in service to our nation:

Yesterday, I laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in honor of Officer Eric Estrada and Sgt. Lee Sorensen, who gave their lives in the line of duty.

Today, we honor the 2,977 lives lost on September 11th. We also recognize the threats that remain to our democracy and freedoms, and I am profoundly grateful to the men and women in uniform who defend them.

As Reagan said, in his inaugural address, ‘Freedom is a fragile thing and it's never more than one generation away from extinction. It is not ours by way of inheritance; it must be fought for and defended constantly by each generation, for it comes only once to a people.  And those in world history who have known freedom and then lost it have never known it again.’

Never forget.





Full story by Cami Mondeaux here.



Senator Curtis applauded recent action by the Department of the Interior to rescind a federal rule that limited local input on public land management. For Senator Curtis and many in western states, restoring local voices has been a top priority.





This week Senator Curtis brought his Washington and Utah staff together for a retreat with one goal: better coordination so we can deliver even stronger service to Utahns.

He shared that he doesn’t take for granted how fortunate he is to be surrounded by people who care deeply about the state and its people. Their dedication, compassion, and work ethic, he said, reflect the very best of Utah—and he couldn’t be more proud of the standard they set for public service.





The world is changing fast, and consumer protection must keep pace. Senators Curtis and Rochester (D-DE), members of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, introduced the Consumer Safety Technology Act, bipartisan legislation to modernize consumer protection tools and keep American families safe in a rapidly changing digital world.

This bill puts the right tools in the hands of experts—employing AI to catch dangerous products before they hurt families, exploring blockchain to strengthen supply chains, and making sure digital tokens don’t become a new avenue for fraud. This is about keeping people safe while helping American innovation thrive.”

Senator Curtis met this week with Attorney General of Utah, Derek Brown, the president of Weber State University, Utah car dealers, and constituents from all over the state.

When family and medical needs require travel outside the U.S., navigating immigration rules can be especially complex and deeply personal. One Utah father faced repeated delays while seeking permission to remain abroad to support his son’s life-saving care. With the help of our casework team, the issue was resolved and approval was granted. With his permission, we’re sharing his story to show how our office works to support families facing urgent circumstances.



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.

Registration is now open for the 4th Annual Conservative Climate Summit, which will take place on Friday, October 17, 2025, at the University of Utah. Visit curtis.senate.gov/ccsummit to secure your FREE ticket today!

Spots are expected to go quickly, so we encourage you to register as soon as possible. This year’s summit will feature leading voices in conservative climate solutions, interactive sessions, and networking opportunities with members of Congress, industry executives, and government leaders from across the country.

Our full speaker line-up and event program will be announced soon, so please stay tuned for more information

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Utah lawmakers Mike Lee and John Curtis react to Charlie Kirk's murder (KSL)

“It’s clearly not the Utah way,” Sen. John Curtis says about Charlie Kirk shooting (CNN)

#BREAKING: Lawmakers react to Charlie Kirk shooting at Utah Valley University rally (KUTV)

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