What happened on Friday, 28 January 2022
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Senate honors Box Elder County Day and approves oil severance tax amendment proposal.
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Committee approves childcare amendments and honors Sikh community through joint resolution.
Charleston Town, Wasatch County, Utah
Charleston debates becoming national leader in storage units amid concerns over community impact.
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Utah House members introduce six bills including Farm to School and law enforcement changes.
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The Wildlife Conservation Fund aims to improve financial transparency in wildlife conservation efforts.
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Senate Bill 64, which clarifies identification requirements for titling vehicles when a driver's license has lapsed (for example because of medical issues), was approved for third reading on a 27–0 vote and remains on the legislative calendar.
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Cadet Blake opens the Friday meeting by leading the Pledge of Allegiance.
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An amended concurrent resolution (HCR2) encouraging public discussion to prevent child sexual abuse passed the House 71–1 after a friendly amendment to add 'sex' to a list and floor supporters emphasized the resolution's role in deterrence and survivor healing.
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Senate Bill 59 passes 22-5 despite concerns about its timing from Senator Davis.
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House passed HB175 to allow courts to include household animals in protective orders and to consider pet possession in injunctions. Sponsor said animal threats are often used to control victims; bill passed 69–2 and will go to the Senate.
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Lawmakers honor Lunar New Year and Asian American culture during Capitol celebration.
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Legislation allows dismissal of traffic infractions for drivers without recent violations.
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Fourth substitute Senate Bill 85, which lets some people petition to expunge certain civil protective orders or stalking injunctions after they expire (subject to court review and potential opposition by the protected party), passed the Senate 26–0 with three absent and will be sent to the House.
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HB 175 aims to include pets in protective orders for domestic violence survivors.
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Senate passes Senate Bill 74 on alimony and Senate Bill 85 for expungement of protective orders.
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The House passed a second substitute to HB139 to allow eligible drivers with no moving violations in the prior 24 months to pay online and have certain moving infractions dismissed after a 12-month probation. The measure passed 71–1 and moves to the Senate.
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The Senate approved the second substitute for Senate Bill 74, which fixes how courts calculate alimony duration by using the filing date and allowing temporary alimony to count toward the total; the measure passed unanimously, 27–0 (two absent).
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The Utah House passed Second Substitute House Bill 126 to authorize Juvenile Justice Services to adopt rules and protocols addressing sexual assault in juvenile facilities and to coordinate with community-based crisis centers. The bill passed 73–8 and will be transmitted to the Senate.
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Matthews recognizes Kearns High students for mentoring and youth leadership achievements.
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Students showcase lion dance in rotunda to celebrate Chinese New Year on February 1.
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Senate considers various bills while honoring Asian American heritage with Lunar New Year celebrations.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioner Bustopsen oversees remote meeting focused on infrastructure safety measures.
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The Utah Senate on Friday approved a second substitute for Senate Bill 59 to reduce the state individual income-tax rate to 4.85 percent and make related business-input clarifications; the measure passed 22–5 amid debate over impacts on services and a $160 million fiscal note.
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House Bill 175 and HCR 2 pass, emphasizing discussion on child abuse and support for victims.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
A municipal commission opened, held a closed session that produced "no reportable actions," provided instructions for remote public comment (three-minute limit), and recorded an unspecified motion that received a second during reconvened business.
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After reconsideration and adoption of Amendment 3 clarifying lawful training and paraphernalia thresholds, the House passed HB112 (animal-fighting penalties) 55–18. Sponsor said the change addresses a loophole used by cockfighting rings and helps law enforcement and agriculture protect against disease threats.