Utah

Free Enterprise

Utah Legalizes Cold Plunges

Fortunately, this year Utah’s legislature passed SB 106, sponsored by Senator Curt Bramble, to amend the law and take cold plunges out of the public pool regulatory requirements.

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Limited and Open Government

More Fairness in the Building Permitting Process

This bill ensures fairness for those in the construction process by stipulating that cities and counties cannot change the permit requirements after a permit has been issued.

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Limited and Open Government

Empowering Young Entrepreneurs: SB 47 Victory

Child entrepreneurs who open a lemonade stand, wash cars, or operate other occasional businesses now have another hurdle removed.

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Limited and Open Government

More “Truth” in Truth-in-Taxation

With the passage of SB 29 this legislative session, Utah’s “Truth-in-Taxation” law (first enacted in 1985) just got an upgrade. The bill, sponsored by Senator Chris Wilson, will help keep Utah residents informed when their local governments are proposing a property tax increase.

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Limited and Open Government

HB 31 Helps Farmers and Agritourism

Utah farmers rejoice! With the passage of HB 31, sponsored by Representative Carl Albrecht, agritourism activities are now more viable.

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Education Empowerment

Utah Simplifies Microschool Startup Rules

By removing these barriers, Utah can continue to grow its thriving and diverse learning environment. Teachers and parents are now free to create the education that works best for their children. 

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