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Hatch Statement on Ashton Carter Confirmation

Washington, D.C.—Senator Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, the senior Republican in the United States Senate, issued the following statement after voting in support of the nomination of Ashton Carter as Secretary of Defense.

“I congratulate Ashton Carter on his confirmation as Secretary of Defense. I wish him the best as he takes on the daunting challenge of helping to lead our military at this pivotal and crucial time

Hatch, Coons, and Heller Introduce Bipartisan LEADS Act to Protect Data Stored Abroad

WASHINGTON—Senator Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, Chairman of the Senate Republican High-Tech Task Force, along with Senators Chris Coons and Dean Heller today introduced the bipartisan Law Enforcement Access to Data Stored Abroad (“LEADS”) Act, which will reform the Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA) to promote international comity and law enforcement cooperation.

Senators Hatch, Whitehouse Introduce Legislation to Streamline Drug Development Process and Protect Patient Access to Medications

What You Need to Know About Obama's War Authorization Against ISIS

News: The president's proposal would allow airstrikes against the terrorist group or anyone supporting the militants but restrict the type of U.S. ground forces that could be deployed.

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Hatch Headlines Reboot Congress, Discusses Innovation Priorities

Washington, D.C.—Senator Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, Chairman of the Senate Republican High-Tech Task Force, will headline Lincoln Labs’ Reboot Congress this morning, addressing tech priorities including patent reform, data privacy, high-skilled immigration reform, and Internet Governance.

A few excerpts are below:

On Crafting Effective Patent Reform Legislation

HATCH-SCHUMER BILL IMPROVING RESTITUTION FOR VICTIMS OF CHILD PORNOGRAPHY CLEARS THE SENATE

In Wake of Paroline Supreme Court Decision, Bipartisan Legislation Passed Today Requires Real and Timely Restitution for Victims of Child Pornography

Bill Strengthens Victims’ Ability to Receive Damages for the Trauma They’ve Endured

DNA Analysis Complete for Wolf Killed in Utah

DENVER—After an extensive analysis by the University of Idaho, it has been confirmed that the Gray Wolf (Canis lupus) killed in Utah on December 28, 2014 is the same wolf seen in the Grand Canyon area last year.  

Obamacare Co-Ops Cost Taxpayers $17,000 Per Enrollee

News: The Daily Signal breaks it down for you in one comprehensive infographic.

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Governor signs executive order for Greater Sage-Grouse

SALT LAKE CITY (Feb. 10, 2014) - Gov. Gary R. Herbert issued an executive order to help ensure a healthy sustainable population for the Greater Sage-Grouse.

To Help Students Succeed, College Administrators Must Think Globally
By Edward Guiliano, Ph.D.

College administrators looking to improve students' educational experience shouldn't just think outside the box -- they should think outside the country. A recent survey of employers reveals most U.S. businesses seek applicants with intercultural communications skills. College grads who can operate across different cultures have a serious advantage.