HB 336: Limiting Fees on Fines
This bill limits the amount of late fees that can be charged on infraction and misdemeanor fines.
HB 170: Removing Occupational Cost Barriers to Entry
This bill waives occupational license fees for those on government assistance, reducing the barrier to entry for those who want to work.
HB 248: Compensatory Service in Lieu of a Fine
Providing Utahns with an alternative option to paying a fine, this bill especially benefits low-income people.
Why Utah Should Abandon the Work Requirement Waivers for Food Stamps
In his 2016 State of the State address, Governor Herbert has emphasized, “our state economy has added 219,000 new jobs, with an unemployment rate dropping from 8 percent down to 3½ percent today.” According to the U.S. Dept. of...
SB 153: Encouraging Self Reliance As A Gateway Out Of Poverty
This bill passed the Senate 20-5 and passed the House 45-28. Libertas Institute supports this bill. People in poverty need more than a handout—they need a hand up. Moreover, the best way to fight poverty is as a community of...