Bill to increase Great Salt Lake funding stalls in committee
The bill, sponsored by Sen. Nate Blouin, would allocate $200 million to Great Salt Lake conservation efforts.
Politics
Utah Domestic Violence Coalition presents its 2026 legislative agenda
On Tuesday, Feb. 10, UDVC hosted its Advocacy Day event where they outlined their priority legislation for this year and encouraged those in attendance to keep using their voices to end domestic violence.
Family court amendment bill passes first and second House readings
HB 303, referred to as Family Court Amendments, passed its first reading unanimously. The bill focuses on language defining coercive control, mental health treatment for children and child custody decisions.
Stringham, Sunshine and Hand tickets win the ASUU primary
ASUU primary results show the Stringham, Sunshine and Hand tickets moving on to the general election. Voting runs Feb. 17–27, with a second debate on Feb. 19.
Utah’s digital ID program, ‘digital identity bill of rights’ could lead nation in privacy framework
One year after outlining state policy and creating privacy requirements, the legislature is back with a bill to implement a digital ID program for Utahns.
Bill advances to require higher-ed accommodations for students with deeply held beliefs
Rep. Michael Petersen said “the intent is to make sure students aren't required to do things that violate their conscience in order to save their grade." Critics argue it could worsen educational outcomes.
Forest health and watershed restoration bill passes House committee
The bill would allow separate institutes to collaborate to help prevent future wildfire damage in the state.
The U hosts legislative committee, showcases research
The University of Utah hosted the remote committee hearing for the Utah State Legislature’s Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee on the health sciences campus.
Bill allowing conserved water to flow to Great Salt Lake sails smoothly through committee
Rep. Nguyen says ‘it’s mission critical’ to expand options for revitalizing the Great Salt Lake.
House committee advances English proficiency requirement for CDL applicants
Critics cite concern about ‘our political state’ as the bill sponsor says it protects applicants given existing federal requirements for English proficiency.
