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Friday, May 17, 2019 - 3:00pm
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Union Pacific Recreates Historic Steam Meet Commemorating

150th Anniversary of the Transcontinental Railroad’s Completion

 

 

 

 

May 2019 - Union Pacific hosted a celebration marking the 150th anniversary of the transcontinental railroad’s completion. The ceremony was held at the Ogden Union Station, a day ahead of Utah’s celebration at Promontory Summit where the Golden Spike was originally tapped into place. The ceremony featured Union Pacific’s iconic steam locomotives, Living Legend No. 844 and Big Boy No. 4014. The two met, recreating the historic image taken at Promontory Summit on May 10, 1869. The Big Boy is one of eight left in the world. It’s newly refurbished and the only one in operation. Following the steam meet, Union Pacific Chairman, President and CEO Lance Fritz and Utah Gov. Gary Herbert were joined by Margaret Yee and Sandy Dodge to tap a ceremonial spike. Yee’s ancestors were among thousands of Chinese immigrants who forged the transcontinental railroad for Central Pacific. Dodge is a descendant of Gen. Grenville Dodge, Civil War veteran and Union Pacific’s chief engineer during construction.

ONLINE VIDEO NEWS LINK - BADER CONTENT STUDIOS MEDIA ACCESS PAGE: https://bit.ly/2Ho5th1 

ONLINE VIDEO NEWS LINK - BADER CONTENT STUDIOS YOUTUBE PAGE:           https://bit.ly/2Q3A2eL 

 

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Tomorrow the House will vote to radically transform our country and culture. They will vote to redefine civil rights as we know it.

Liberals in Congress want to enshrine into law the belief that gender is defined by one’s “choice” and elevate it to the same protected status as race or ethnicity.

Here’s what this will do to our country:

  • Women will be forced to share their bathrooms and locker rooms with men who identify as women.
  • Women will be pushed out of women’s sports (and college scholarships) by men who identify as women.
  • Elementary schools will teach that gender is fluid explaining that boys can be girls and girls can be boys.
  • Parents could lose custody of their children if they refuse treatment by doctors who want to prescribe their children puberty blockers and hormone therapies.
  • Businesses and religious charities who refuse to comply with this new mandate will be forced to close.

Liberals call their bill the “Equality Act,” but it won’t create equality for women, parents, or people of faith.

Conservatives must stand up against this bill.

Call your congressman today! Say NO to redefining gender and NO to the so-called “Equality Act.”

Tomorrow is the vote. Now is the time to call. Click here to find your congressman’s phone number (along with helpful talking points).

You can find more information about the “Equality Act” (H.R. 5) here.

Thank you for taking action on this critical issue.

Janae Stracke
Grassroots Director
Heritage Action

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Gov. Herbert to Host 13th Annual Utah Economic Summit

 

What: Gov. Gary R. Herbert will host industry and thought leaders during the 13th annual Utah Economic Summit. During the premier business event, leaders will share insights and engage in discussions on economic trends, challenges and successes that impact Utah. In addition, Gov. Herbert will ceremonially sign H.B. 286, Financial and Economic Literacy Education Amendments, following his keynote address.

 

Carly Fiorina, chairman of Carly Fiorina Enterprises, will deliver the morning keynote address during the plenary session. Breakout sessions will highlight leading topics in the business community including workforce, Utah’s housing gap and entrepreneurship.  

 

When: Friday, May 17, 2019 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

 

Where:

Grand America Hotel

555 S. Main Street, Salt Lake City

              

Interview opportunities:

Media availability:

Carly Fiorina: 10:15 a.m.

Mexican Consulate Undersecretary Jesus Seade: 11:00 a.m.

Gov. Herbert: 1:00 p.m.

 

Ceremonial signing of H.B. 286 at 1:00 p.m.

 

Agenda:        

8:00 a.m.                     Morning plenary session speakers: Val Hale, Miles Hansen,

    Stephanie Hewlett, Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox, Dan Gelston, Shawn

    Newell, Damien Patton, Rich Choppa, Natalie Gochnour and

9:45 a.m.                     Keynote speaker Carly Fiorina

9:25 a.m.                     Gov. Herbert offers remarks

10:00 a.m.                   Media availability with Carly Fiorina

10:30 a.m.                   Breakout sessions begin

11:00 a.m.                   Media availability with Undersecretary Jesus Seade

11:50 a.m.                   Awards presentation

12:05 p.m.                   Gov. Herbert offers remarks

1:00 p.m.                     Media availability with Gov. Herbert

1:00 p.m.                     Ceremonial signing of H.B. 286 (Imperial D)

2:45 p.m.                     Closing reception

 

3:45 p.m.                     Conclude

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Secretary Perdue Statement on the Removal of Section 232 Tariffs

 

 

 

 

 

(WASHINGTON, D.C., May 17, 2019) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue released the following statement after the Section 232 Tariffs were removed from Canada and Mexico.

 

“Today’s announcement is a big win for American agriculture and the economy as a whole. I thank President Trump for negotiating a great deal and for negotiating the removal of these tariffs. Canada and Mexico are two of our top three trading partners, and it is my expectation that they will immediately pull back their retaliatory tariffs against our agricultural products. Congress should move swiftly to ratify the USMCA so American farmers can begin to benefit from the agreement.”

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Register for Camp GOTR to Win Airline Tickets

for Your Family's Summer Getaway

 

If you register your girl for Camp GOTR before June 1st, you will be entered into an opportunity to receive JetBlue airline tickets for a summer vacation!

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Rowland Hall Camp 1

Girls have Heart • June 17-21

 

Rowland Hall Camp 2

Girls have Power • July 15-19

Eastmont Middle School Camp 1

Girls have Heart • June 17-20 (no camp Fridays)

 

Eastmont Middle School Camp 2

Girls have Power • June 24-27 (no camp Fridays)

 

South Jordan Health Center Camp

Girls have Power • July 29-Aug 2

 

Attendees receive a camp bracelet, camp shirt, water bottle, camp bag, healthy snacks and drinks PLUS interactive lessons and activities all week!

Register Here for Rowland Hall Camps

Register Here for Eastmont &
South Jordan Health Center camps

 

 

 Thank You JetBlue!

 

JetBlue has a proud tradition of supporting dedicated community organizations like Girls on the Run through partnerships, donations and volunteering. We couldn't be more thankful for their generous contribution and support. Airline vouchers are valid until 10/1/2019 (4 one-way vouchers). Can be redeemed to and from JetBlue cities. 

 

 

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