House Bill 3 passes unanimously with 22 votes and awaits presidential signature

The 2022 General Legislative Session in Utah continued on March 2, 2022, with significant progress on key legislation. The meeting commenced with the passage of House Bill 315, which received overwhelming support with 22 votes in favor and none against. Seven members were absent during the vote. This bill will now be signed by the president and returned to the house for the speaker's signature.

Following this, the session moved to the second rating calendar, where the first item of discussion was the first substitute of House Bill 242. Further details on this bill were not provided in the transcript, but it marks the continuation of legislative efforts as the session progresses.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the efficient handling of legislative matters, with a clear focus on advancing bills through the voting process. The next steps will involve further discussions and potential votes on House Bill 242 and other upcoming legislation.