Blake Moore

Blake Moore
Born	Blake David Moore 22 06, 1980
Birthplace	Ogden, Utah, U.S.
Nationality	American
Occupation	Politician, former diplomat
Known for	U.S. Representative for Utah's 1st congressional district; Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference
Education	University of Utah (BA) Northwestern University (MPA)
Children	4
Website	[[blakemoore.house.gov blakemoore.house.gov] Official site]

Blake David Moore (born June 22, 1980) is an American politician and former U.S. Foreign Service officer who has served as the U.S. representative for Utah's 1st congressional district since January 2021. A member of the Republican Party, Moore was elected to Congress in November 2020, succeeding longtime incumbent Rob Bishop. Before entering politics, Moore built a career in diplomacy and consulting, serving in the U.S. Foreign Service with postings that included work on economic and trade policy. Since November 8, 2023, he has served as the vice chair of the House Republican Conference, a leadership role in the Republican caucus of the House of Representatives. Born and raised in Ogden, Utah, Moore was a standout high school athlete who won the National Football Foundation's High School Heisman award before pursuing a career in public policy and international affairs. In Congress, he has focused on fiscal policy, budget reform, energy legislation, and bipartisan initiatives, including the establishment of the Congressional Philanthropy Caucus.

Early Life

Blake David Moore was born on June 22, 1980, in Ogden, Utah. He grew up in the Ogden area and attended Ogden High School, where he became a prominent student-athlete. Moore played quarterback for the Ogden High School football team and earned recognition for both his athletic performance and his academic and community involvement.

In 1997, Moore was named the national winner of the High School Heisman award, a distinction given by the National Football Foundation to a high school senior who demonstrates outstanding athletic ability, academic achievement, and community service. The award recognized Moore's accomplishments on the football field as well as his involvement in his school and community. The Deseret News profiled Moore during his senior season, noting his versatility and leadership as the Ogden High School quarterback.

After his high school career, Moore continued to remain connected to his hometown of Ogden and later credited his upbringing in Utah with shaping his interest in public service. In later years, he participated in activities to give back to the community, including involvement with charitable and youth athletic programs.

Education

Moore attended the University of Utah, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. He later pursued graduate studies at Northwestern University, where he obtained a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree. His graduate education at Northwestern focused on public policy and administration, providing a foundation for his subsequent career in diplomacy and consulting.

Career

U.S. Foreign Service

After completing his education, Moore entered the United States Foreign Service, where he worked as a diplomat focused on economic and trade policy. His Foreign Service career included overseas postings and work on international economic issues. Moore served in various capacities within the Foreign Service, gaining experience in areas related to trade negotiations, economic development, and U.S. foreign policy. During his 2020 congressional campaign, Moore highlighted his Foreign Service background as central to his qualifications, emphasizing his experience working on economic matters that affected Utah's trade relationships and economy.

Consulting career

Following his time in the Foreign Service, Moore transitioned to the private sector, joining Cicero Group, a management consulting firm based in Utah. At Cicero Group, Moore worked in a leadership capacity on consulting projects related to economic development and public policy. His work in the consulting field further broadened his experience in public policy analysis and economic strategy before he entered electoral politics.

2020 congressional campaign

In 2019, Moore announced his candidacy for Utah's 1st congressional district following the decision of longtime incumbent Rob Bishop not to seek reelection. The race attracted a competitive field of Republican candidates in what is a solidly Republican district encompassing northern Utah, including Ogden, Logan, and portions of the Salt Lake City metropolitan area.

During the Republican primary campaign, Moore faced scrutiny from at least one challenger who questioned aspects of his candidacy. Moore campaigned on his Foreign Service experience and his background in economic policy, positioning himself as a candidate with practical expertise in international trade and economic development. The Salt Lake Tribune profiled Moore's path to winning the Republican nomination, detailing how he navigated the competitive primary field.

Moore won the Republican primary and went on to win the general election in November 2020, succeeding Rob Bishop as the representative for Utah's 1st congressional district. His victory was expected given the district's strong Republican lean.

U.S. House of Representatives

First term (2021–2023)

Moore took office on January 3, 2021, as the U.S. representative for Utah's 1st congressional district. As a freshman member, he was profiled by The Hill as part of its guide to new members of Congress, which noted his background in the Foreign Service and consulting.

During his time in Congress, Moore has worked on a range of legislative issues. He has been involved in fiscal policy and budget reform efforts, energy policy, and legislation affecting his home state of Utah. Moore has also engaged in bipartisan legislative efforts on multiple occasions.

House Republican Conference leadership

On November 8, 2023, Moore was elected vice chair of the House Republican Conference, the organizational body of Republican members in the House of Representatives. In this role, he serves as part of the Republican leadership team under the conference chair. Moore succeeded Mike Johnson, who vacated the vice chair position upon being elected Speaker of the House.

Legislative initiatives

Moore has introduced and co-sponsored a variety of legislation during his time in Congress, spanning fiscal policy, energy, charitable giving, and other areas.

In February 2026, Moore and Representative Jeff Hurd (R-CO) introduced legislation to reform the federal budget process. The bill sought to provide structural changes to how Congress handles budgeting and fiscal planning.

In December 2025, Moore launched the bipartisan Congressional Philanthropy Caucus alongside Representative Danny K. Davis (D-IL). The caucus was established to promote charitable giving in local communities and to examine policy approaches that support philanthropy and nonprofit organizations.

Also in December 2025, Moore's legislation to protect and preserve the University of Utah's nearly 600-acre Research Park passed the House of Representatives. The legislation was aimed at safeguarding the research and development campus, which hosts numerous technology and science companies and is associated with the university's research mission.

In January 2026, Moore introduced legislation aimed at empowering states to address benefits cliffs — situations in which individuals lose government assistance abruptly as their income rises, potentially discouraging workforce participation. The bill was designed to provide states with flexibility to develop innovative approaches to phasing out benefits more gradually.

In September 2025, Moore and Representative Jim Costa (D-CA) introduced bipartisan legislation to promote bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS). The bill sought to bolster the deployment of technologies that combine bioenergy production with carbon capture to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

In February 2026, Moore and Representative Marc Veasey (D-TX) introduced bipartisan legislation to prohibit foreign investment in name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals for college athletes. The bill addressed concerns about the potential for foreign entities to influence American college athletics through financial arrangements with student-athletes.

International affairs and caucus work

Moore has been active in congressional caucuses related to international affairs, reflecting his background in diplomacy. He serves as co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional Friends of Denmark Caucus alongside Representative Steny Hoyer (D-MD). In January 2026, Moore and Hoyer released a joint statement on Greenland, addressing matters related to the autonomous Danish territory and U.S.-Danish relations.

Constituent engagement

Moore has held regular telephone town halls to communicate with constituents in Utah's 1st congressional district. In February 2026, he rescheduled a telephone town hall that had been originally planned for February 23.

Personal Life

Moore resides in Utah and has four children. He has maintained ties to his hometown of Ogden, where he was born and raised. Moore's early athletic achievements, including winning the High School Heisman award, remained a part of his public identity, and he has been involved in charitable and community activities in Utah, including efforts related to youth athletics.

Moore has been a member of the bipartisan Congressional Friends of Denmark Caucus, reflecting his interest in international affairs that dates to his career in the Foreign Service.

Recognition

Moore's earliest notable recognition came as a high school senior in 1997, when he was named the national winner of the High School Heisman award by the National Football Foundation. The award, given annually to a high school senior who excels in athletics, academics, and community service, brought Moore national attention as a student-athlete in Ogden, Utah.

Moore's election to Congress in 2020 and his subsequent elevation to vice chair of the House Republican Conference in 2023 represent his primary recognitions in the political sphere. His role in Republican leadership placed him among the top-ranking members of the House Republican caucus.

In Congress, Moore has been recognized for his bipartisan approach to legislating, co-sponsoring bills with Democrats on topics including energy policy, NIL regulation, and philanthropy. His establishment of the bipartisan Philanthropy Caucus with Representative Danny K. Davis drew attention to his interest in promoting charitable giving through public policy.