Naomi Cragun
Reporter-
After years of unknowingly breaking the law, Utah bartenders can now legally taste test their own drinks — one straw at a time.
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Now that the legislative session is over, the governor must decide whether to sign or veto controversial bills affecting Utah's mail-in voting and banning pride flags in schools and public buildings.
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House Bill 420 targets industrial halogen emissions, aiming to reduce winter smog and protect public health.
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Two bills could make it harder for the public to obtain government records. Another would increase transparency.
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Supporters of Senate Bill 73 say it promotes transparency, while critics argue it adds unfair obstacles to Utah’s citizen initiative process.
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Protestors assembled in downtown Logan to denounce corporate greed and government inaction on issues including climate change, immigration, and workers’ rights.
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If passed, the proposed bill would provide annual safety training in K-12 classrooms.
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House Bill 17 would prohibit requiring survivors of sexual assault to take a polygraph test, while still allowing their case to move forward without delay.
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In the face of a controversial bill, first responders and public employees warn that limiting collective bargaining could jeopardize safety and weaken essential services.
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A proposed bill would introduce expiration dates for dual language immersion and most school programs, requiring regular reviews to maintain funding — but exempts an art education foundation.