Senate approves House Bill 174 for third reading despite fiscal concerns

The Utah Senate convened on February 14, 2024, to discuss key legislative matters, including the status of House Bill 174. The primary focus of the meeting was the third reading of the first substitute of House Bill 174, which received significant attention from the senators.

During the roll call vote, the bill garnered 25 votes in favor, with no votes against and four senators absent. Following this, Senator Milner raised a motion to lift the first substitute of House Bill 174 from the third reading calendar, citing concerns related to a fiscal note. This motion prompted a brief discussion among the senators.

The motion was put to a vote, and the senators expressed their support, with an overwhelming "aye" response. Consequently, the bill was placed at the bottom of the third reading calendar, indicating that further consideration will be postponed.

This decision reflects the Senate's ongoing commitment to thorough fiscal review before advancing legislation. The implications of this action may affect the timeline for House Bill 174's progression through the legislative process.