Libertas Utah Articles

We live in the Beehive State, yet beekeeping is illegal unless you first register with the government.
A new report released today by the Utah State Auditor shows that while government employees receive salaries lower than market rates, they are given compensation packages, including a pension, that are higher than what private citizens enjoy on average.
Peace officers should have the discretion to do their jobs without being compelled to arrest or ticket a certain number of Utahns daily.
While Utah strives to maintain an image of “best for business” and “best managed,” its 88,150 restrictive regulations reveal a much different picture.
Like Santa, SWAT's making a list… and, hopefully, checking it twice before they invade someone's home.
After years of effort, Ogden has finally relaxed its ban on backyard chickens—albeit with significant restrictions and burdens.

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