Reverend Laura Young leads opening prayer at South Valley event

The 2022 General Legislative Session in Utah commenced on February 17, 2022, with a formal opening that included an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance. Reverend Laura Young from the South Valley Unitarian Universalist Society was invited to deliver the opening prayer, setting a respectful tone for the proceedings. Following the prayer, Senator Sandle led the assembly in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, fostering a sense of unity among the attendees.

This initial segment of the meeting emphasized the importance of community and shared values as the legislative session began. The invocation and pledge are traditional practices that reflect the session's commitment to civic engagement and collaboration among lawmakers. Further discussions and agenda items were expected to follow, focusing on key legislative issues for the year.