Week 5 of the General Session

With just two weeks left, things at the Capitol are busier than ever. I am honored to serve each member of my district and create policy that will improve the lives of families and individuals. You can follow along with the process at le.utah.gov.

Over the last two years, the Legislature reduced taxes by nearly $300 million. This session, we are proposing an additional $400 million in tax relief. H.B. 54 Tax Revisions will be heard in the House Revenue and Taxation Committee early next week and provides tax relief to individuals and families in all stages of life by:

• Cutting the income tax rate from 4.85% to 4.65%.

• Expanding social security tax credit eligibility to individuals earning between $0 to $75,000 per year.

• Providing a tax benefit for pregnancy by allowing a double dependent exemption for children the year of their birth.

• Increasing the earned income tax credit (EITC) from 15% to 20% of the federal credit.

Celebrating Women's Suffrage

On February 14th, 1870 Seraph Young of Utah became the first woman to vote under the equal rights law. In honor of her memory and to celebrate this historic event, our female legislators and staff wore purple. I am grateful to work with each of these amazing women. 

The Homeless Coalition

The Homeless Coalition in Utah works to help the homeless in Salt Lake City. I am grateful I was able to meet with some of their team.

Speaker Pro Tempore

This session I am honored to be the Speaker Pro Tem. This means that when the Speaker is absent I preside over the debate and voting of bills in the House Chamber.

Cultural Arts

Recently I received the Cultural Arts Champion award from the State Cultural Arts Alliance. I am so honored!

Visits from Utah's Congressional Delegation

This week, Congressmen Blake Moore and Burgess Owens visited our caucus. I always appreciate hearing from our federal delegation.

Realtor's Association

This week I met with the Realtor's Association in the Rotunda of the Capitol to discuss Utah's housing issues. I'm grateful for all they do to help with this complicated situation.

Town Halls

This month I had two Town Hall meetings in both Taylorsville and West Jordan. Thank you for coming and contributing to the great turnout. I appreciate hearing your questions and input and hope to see you at my next Town Hall.

Outdoor Recreation

Utah is known for its world-class outdoor recreation opportunities. We are blessed with unique landscapes and natural wonders, from the greatest snow on earth to our beautiful red rock canyons. Our natural resources are intertwined with our quality of life, which is why we’re committed to preserving them. Listen to the latest episode of the House podcast to learn what’s being done to protect our quality of life.

Westland Elementary

This week I had the opportunity to speak to a group of fourth-graders from Westland Elementary School at the Capitol. I told them about some current legislation, including my bill concerning Highway Patrol dogs, H.B. 418 Canine Boday Armor. I love meeting students from my district!

Check out the rest of my legislation here.

Unified Fire Officials

This week the Unified Fire Officials of Utah visited the Capitol and I had the privilege of thanking them for their service.

Limiting Government Overreach

HB 281: Social Credit Score Amendments prohibits governmental entities in Utah from using, enforcing, or providing data for a system that discriminates or gives preferential treatment to an individual. Similarly, SB 96: Fiduciary Duty Modifications ensures any state investment is done without regard to political, environmental, or social considerations of companies. Both bills passed committee this week and will be voted on in their perspective bodies. 

Bills Passed By the House This Week

H.B. 19 Rape Crisis Center Modifications



H.B. 23 Forensic Mental Health Amendments

H.B. 51 Railroad Right of Way Amendments

H.B. 63 Office of Rail Safety

H.B. 70 Continuing Care Retirement Facilities Amendments

H.B. 82 School Assembly Notice Requirements

H.B. 105 Public Employee Disability Benefits Amendments

H.B. 116 Intergenerational Poverty Solution

H.B. 121 Wildlife Habitat Account Amendments

H.B. 130 Adoption Tax Credit

H.B. 138 Sensitive Material Requirements

H.B. 139 Sex and Kidnap Offender Registry Requirements

H.B. 177 State Hospital Amendments

H.B. 186 State Land Purchase Restrictions

H.B. 189 International Baccalaureate Program Amendments

H.B. 199 Voluntary Firearm Safekeeping Amendments

H.B. 204 Child Welfare Proceedings Testing Requirements

H.B. 208 Criminal Trespass Amendments

H.B. 231 Low Income Housing Property Tax Exemption

H.B. 232 Railroad Crossing Maintenance Amendments

H.B. 234 University Recognition for International Baccalaureate Achievement

H.B. 247 Alcohol Control Amendments

H.B. 249 Education Related Amendments

H.B. 253 Federalism Commission Amendments

H.B. 260 Property Tax Income Requirements

H.B. 280 Local Government Construction Project Bid Notice

H.B. 281 Social Credit Score Amendments

H.B. 284 Public Library Background Check Requirements

H.B. 288 Opioid Dispensing Requirements

H.B. 290 Medicaid Waiver for Medically Complex Children Amendments

H.B. 299 Infrastructure Related to Water

H.B. 301 Transportation Tax Amendments

H.B. 303 Elections Record Amendments

H.B. 305 Child Abuser Education Restrictions

H.B. 306 School Community Council Amendments

H.B. 308 School Grading Modifications

H.B. 309 County Recorder Amendments

H.B. 313 Suspect Metal Amendments

H.B. 314 Remedies for Victims of Domestic Violence Amendments

H.B. 318 Prime Pilot Program Amendments

H.B. 327 Pollinator Pilot Program Amendments

H.B. 330 Civil Commitment Amendments

H.B. 335 Alternative Concurrent Enrollment Options for Capacity Flexibility

H.B. 339 Crime Penalty Amendments

H.B. 340 Trailer Registration Requirements

H.B. 341 Electronic Stamp Designation

H.B. 345 Local District Property Tax Amendments

H.B. 347 Ballot Drop Box Amendments

H.B. 348 Participation Waiver Amendments

H.B. 349 Water Reuse Projects Amendments

H.B. 351 County Recorder Modifications

H.B. 352 Law Enforcement Data Amendments

H.B. 353 Sales Tax Return Requirements

H.B. 355 Utah Data Research Center Amendments

H.B. 358 County Auditor Amendments

H.B. 357 Decentralized Autonomous Organizations Amendments

H.B. 360 Unclaimed Property Amendments

H.B. 362 Criminal Justice Data Management Task Force Sunset Extension

H.B. 363 Summer Education Grants

H.B. 368 Inmate Identification Amendments

H.B. 369 DUI Amendments

H.B. 370 Utility Infrastructure Amendments

H.B. 371 Working Farm and Ranch Protection Fund

H.B. 373 Law Enforcement Training and Recruitment

H.B. 375 Traffic Violation Exemptions

H.B. 376 Cosmetologist Regulation Modifications

H.B. 378 Fireworks Amendments

H.B. 380 Competency to Stand Trial Amendments

H.B. 382 Automatic Renewal Contract Requirements

H.B. 383 Indigent Defense Amendments

H.B. 388 Statutes of Limitation Amendments

H.B. 389 Electrical Power Delivery Quality Amendments

H.B. 390 Child Custody Amendments

H.B. 392 Rural County Health Care Facilities Tax Amendments

H.B. 397 Urban Farming Assessment Amendments

H.B. 399 Corporation Reinstatement Amendments

H.B. 400 School Absenteeism Amendments

H.B. 405 School Bus Owner Requirements

H.B. 407 Incentives Amendments

H.B. 409 State Construction and Fire Codes Amendments

H.B. 416 Transient Room Tax Amendments

H.B. 417 Motor Vehicle Tax Amendments

H.B. 430 State Olympic Coordination Amendments

H.C.R. 8 Concurrent Resolution Addressing the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games

S.B. 17 Voting and Voter Residency Amendments

S.B. 42 Massage Therapy Practice Act Amendments

S.B. 43 Public Notice Requirements

S.B. 46 State Holiday Modifications

S.B. 49 Juvenile Custodial Interrogation Amendments

S.B. 56 Child Welfare Amendments

S.B. 62 Hydrogen Amendments

S.B. 64 Bureau of Emergency Medical Services Amendments

S.B. 65 Charter School Authorizers Modifications

S.B. 70 Victim Amendments

S.B. 75 Sand and Gravel Sales Tax Amendments

S.B. 78 Naturopathic Physician Licensing Amendments

S.B. 79 Executive Residence Commission Amendments

S.B. 80 Driver License Suspension and Revocation Amendments

S.B. 82 Sales Tax Amendments

S.B. 84 Housing and Transit Reinvestment Zone Amendments

S.B. 85 License Plate Requirement Amendments

S.B. 86 Drug Testing and Paraphernalia Amendments

S.B. 91 Medical Cannabis Regulation Amendments

S.B. 92 Special License Plate Designation

S.B. 95 Foreign Driver License Reciprocity Amendments

S.B. 98 Legal Costs Recovery Amendments

S.B. 108 Animal Shelter Revisions

S.B. 112 Aquatic Invasive Species Amendments

S.B. 113 Local Agricultural Amendments

S.B. 119 Per Capita Consumptive Use

​​S.B. 126 Hospital Assessment Amendments

S.C.R. 1 Concurrent Resolution Supporting the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

S.C.R. 2 Concurrent Resolution Regarding the Environmental Impact of Vehicle Idling

New Parking at the Capitol Coming Soon

As I shared with you last week, I was recently interviewed for a video about the new parking lot currently being built at the Capitol. This new parking lot will help provide more parking space for our visitors and help traffic decrease in the nearby neighborhoods. We want you to come visit us on Capitol Hill and I hope this new parking will make it easier for you!

Check out the final video here.

As always, please know you are always welcome to visit me at the Capitol and join me on the House Floor.

To schedule a time to visit, contact my intern Gillian Marcucci: (385)-420-3078 or [email protected]