Nuclear weapons research today means testing tomorrow
October 23, 2004, Washington, D.C.-There's an ongoing debate on resumed nuclear weapons testing. Some have suggested that research and development of new nukes can somehow be accomplished without actual testing before the weapons enter our nuclear arsenal.

Matheson Says Defense Bill is Strong on Troops, Veterans’ Issues
October 9, 2004, Washington, D.C.-Congressman Jim Matheson said expected passage of the fiscal year 2005 Defense Authorization Bill Saturday is good news for Utah’s military and veterans’ families.

Matheson Opposes Bill to Reinstate the Military Draft
October 6, 2004, Washington, D.C.-Congressman Jim Matheson voted against legislation considered by the U.S. House Tuesday that would reinstate the military draft. The bill -HR 163-- the "Universal National Service Act" would institute mandatory military service for men and women between the ages of 18 and 26, beginning June 15, 2005.

Matheson Receives "Friend of Farm Bureau" Award
October 4, 2004, Washington, D.C.-Congressman Jim Matheson said today he is gratified to be recognized by the American Farm Bureau Federation as a recipient of a "Friend of Farm Bureau" Award. Matheson received the award for his record on priority agricultural issues in the 108th session of Congress.

Matheson Votes for Extension of Family Tax Cuts- Continues Tax Relief Stand
September 23, 2004, Washington, D.C.-Congressman Jim Matheson today voted to extend tax cuts that help married couples, families with children and middle-income wage earners. Passage of HR 1308-after it is approved in the Senate-will ensure that the tax relief does not expire in 2005.

Matheson Repeats Annual Fight Against Congressional Pay Raise September 14, 2004, Washington, D.C.-Congressman Jim Matheson took to the House floor today, the only Representative to speak in opposition to the FY '05 Member pay raise.

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Matheson speaks out against House another pay raise
[Spectrum.com: 9/16/04]
Washington, D.C.- In a fraternity of 435 lawmakers, Rep. Jim Matheson found himself in a lonely position earlier this week when he spoke against the annual pay raise for members of Congress.

House votes to give itself pay raise: Matheson only one to speak out in opposition
[CNN.com: 9/15/04]
Washington, D.C.- With little debate, House lawmakers on Tuesday included themselves as part of a pay raise that all federal employees will receive next year.

Evidence shows tests were deadly
[Spectrum.com: 9/12/04]
St. George, UT- Claims by a pair of Southern Utah scientists that nuclear testing at the Nevada Test Site was not a contributing factor in the cancer suffered by thousands of Downwinders must astound a community that has buried far too many people from the disease.