From the beginning of the COVID-19 health crisis, the Utah Legislature has taken swift action to manage the state’s budget. As part of this effort, the Legislature passed H.B. 6002, Supplemental Budget Balancing and Coronavirus Relief Appropriations, …
During the August 2020 special session, the Legislature passed 20 pieces of legislation on a range of issues, including providing Utahns and Utah businesses financial relief by waiving state income tax on PPP loans and CARES Act money, modifying the 2020 …
WHEREAS, in August 2012, Kristen was appointed by Governor Gary R. Herbert as the first Executive Director of the newly-reconstituted Governor’s Office of Management and Budget, where she has consistently provided long-term vision and been instrumental …
Some may say 13 is an unlucky number, but not for Utah. This year marks the 13th year in a row that Utah has secured the top ranking for economic outlook in the Rich States, Poor States: ALEC-Laffer State Economic Competitiveness Index. The COVID-19 …
Senate President J. Stuart Adams and Speaker Brad Wilson issued the following statement regarding the Office of Legislative Auditor General’s, a non-partisan office, audit and recommendations for COVID-19 test turnaround times in Utah: “Shortening the …
The Utah State Senate invites applications for the position of: INTERIM AND GENERAL SESSION DOCKET CLERK PHYSICAL ADDRESS: Utah State Capitol 350 N State Street, Suite 320 Salt Lake City, UT 84114 OPENING DATE: Tuesday, July 15, 2020 CLOSING DATE: Open …
Public Health and Economic Emergency Commission Emphasizes the Importance of Wearing Masks SALT LAKE CITY – On June 25, the Public Health and Economic Emergency Commission unanimously recommended the governor designate a portion of the $1 million for …
Of the 163 COVID-19 fatalities in Utah: Utah mortality rate: 0.9 percent, down from 1.0 percent and the lowest in the nation Median age for fatality: 73 Percent of fatalities with comorbidity: 81 percent Percent of fatalities with comorbidity and/or 65 …
During the June 2020 special session, the Legislature passed 27 pieces of legislation on a range of issues, including racial equality and public safety, the budget and COVID-19 pandemic response. Racial Equality and Public Safety The Utah Legislature took …
Be it hereby made known to all by the Utah State Legislature: WHEREAS, the Emancipation Proclamation issued by President Abraham Lincoln was seminal in granting slaves’ freedom in the United States of America; and WHEREAS, the Emancipation Proclamation was …
On June 2, the Public Health and Economic Emergency Commission unanimously voted to recommend, after reviewing current, real-time data, adopting a modified yellow phase and a smart green risk phase in the state’s phased guidelines in the Utah Leads …
May 27, 2020 Public Health and Economic Emergency Commission Recommends Additional Data be Posted Online SALT LAKE CITY – On May 21, the Public Health and Economic Emergency Commission unanimously voted to recommend that new additional COVID-19 data be …
SALT LAKE CITY – On May 14, 2020, the Public Health and Economic Emergency Commission unanimously recommended the Legislature take action during a special session to protect personal data that has been used by the state to help address the COVID-19 health …
Due to COVID-19 health concerns, the Utah State Legislature will temporarily hold committee meetings electronically, therefore, public comments will be taken remotely. Individuals wishing to participate in committee meetings may either email legislators …
Due to COVID-19 health concerns, the Utah State Legislature will temporarily hold committee meetings electronically, therefore, public comments will be taken remotely. Individuals wishing to participate in committee meetings may either email legislators …
On May 14, the Public Health and Economic Emergency Commission unanimously voted to send a letter of support endorsing the governor’s plan to transition most of the state to the low (yellow) risk phase outlined in the state’s phased guidelines and the Utah …
On Saturday, May 16, Utah is transitioning from the moderate (orange) to the low (yellow) risk level, except for Grand, Summit, and Wasatch counties, Salt Lake City and West Valley City, which will remain in the moderate (orange) phase. The decision to …
In accordance with Utah Code, the Senate reviews and approves the governor’s nominations for vacant public positions. The Senate confirmed the following appointments on May 13, 2020 during the first-ever virtual advice and consent: Central Utah Water …
On May 7, the Public Health and Economic Emergency Commission, by unanimous vote, recommended the governor move forward with a plan to address high-risk populations developed by the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget. Additionally, on April 30, by …
Utah holds two main types of legislative sessions: general and special. The state’s annual general session runs for 45 days beginning in January. Special sessions, however, are called as needed to address pressing issues that arise during the interim. …
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