 
Holly Richardson
CommentatorHolly Richardson is the editor of Utah Policy and a columnist for the Deseret News. A former Utah legislator, she holds a master’s degree in Professional Communication and a Ph.D. in Political Science. She's been active in Utah politics for more than 20 years.
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                        Kerry Bringhurst and Holly Richardson cover big topics of this past legislative session, including nuclear energy promotion and domestic violence prevention funding.
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                        And, a bill would allow 18- to 20-year-olds to carry loaded guns in public without a concealed carry permit.
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                        The Utah Legislature is also considering bills on public-private childcare partnerships, Major League Baseball and keeping state legislators' calendars private.
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                        And an update on the bill that would offer student teachers a stipend.
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                        The Utah Legislature is also considering extending child tax credits up to the age of six.
 
 
