Senate passes Higher Education Data Privacy Bill 226 with unanimous support

The 2022 General Legislative Session in Utah convened on February 24, 2022, to address several key legislative items. The meeting began with a motion to reconsider previous actions, which passed unanimously, allowing for further discussion on pending bills.

The first significant item on the agenda was the First Substitute Senate Bill 226, concerning Higher Education Data Privacy and Governance Revisions. Senator Anderegg introduced the bill and requested to suspend the three readings requirement as mandated by the constitution. This motion was also approved without opposition, enabling the bill to move forward more swiftly.

Following the suspension of the rules, Senator Anderegg moved for the passage of First Substitute Senate Bill 226. A roll call vote was conducted, resulting in a decisive approval with 26 votes in favor and none against, while three members were absent. The bill will now be sent to the House for further consideration.

Next, Senator Ibsen made a motion to remove House Bill 222, which pertains to Driving Privilege Cards Amendments, from the table and place it at the bottom of the third reading calendar. This motion was also passed with unanimous support.

In summary, the session effectively advanced significant legislative measures, including the passage of the Higher Education Data Privacy bill and the repositioning of the Driving Privilege Cards bill for future discussion. The proceedings reflect a focused effort to streamline legislative processes and address important issues within the state.