Utah House approves five‑minute 'saunter' recess at opening of 2024 session

A brief procedural motion to recess for five minutes was introduced and approved during the opening of the Utah House 2024 session.

After concluding the Speaker's opening remarks, the Speaker recognized Representative Jefferson (listed in the chamber as Representative Moss) to make a motion. Representative Moss made the motion: "Make a motion to saunter for 5 minutes." The Speaker called the motion and stated "All in favor of sauntering for 5 minutes. Any opposed? Motion carries," formally approving the short pause.

The motion was procedural and did not affect legislative text, committee assignments or pending bills. No roll‑call vote or recorded tally was provided in the transcript; the outcome was announced from the floor as "Motion carries." The House returned to business after the brief recess.

Speakers referenced in this item include Representative Moss and the Speaker of the House (unnamed in the transcript).