This resolution supports and encourages practices that exemplify religious freedom in public spaces.
This resolution:
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This resolution is a formal statement of position by the Utah Legislature and Governor expressing support for religious expression in public life, rather than a change to state law. Drawing on historical quotes from the founding era and recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions, it declares support for public school students' and teachers' right to openly express their faith, encourages government and community settings to accommodate religious observances, supports protecting religious symbols in public spaces, and calls for respectful dialogue among different faith traditions. Since it is a resolution rather than binding legislation, it does not create new legal requirements or penalties, but it directs that copies be sent to every county, city, and local school board in the state.
Introduction
Jan 20
House Rules
House Committee
Jan 26
House Floor Vote
Jan 29
Senate Rules
Jan 30
Senate Committee
Feb 12
Senate 2nd Reading
Feb 18
Senate 3rd Reading
Feb 19
Governor Signed
Mar 25
IntroductionJan 20
House Rules
House CommitteeJan 26
House Floor VoteJan 29
Senate RulesJan 30
Senate CommitteeFeb 12
Senate 2nd ReadingFeb 18
Senate 3rd ReadingFeb 19
Governor SignedMar 25
This resolution supports and encourages practices that exemplify religious freedom in public spaces.
This resolution:
AI-generated summary, not yet reviewed by Better Utah staff. Please consult the bill text.
This resolution is a formal statement of position by the Utah Legislature and Governor expressing support for religious expression in public life, rather than a change to state law. Drawing on historical quotes from the founding era and recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions, it declares support for public school students' and teachers' right to openly express their faith, encourages government and community settings to accommodate religious observances, supports protecting religious symbols in public spaces, and calls for respectful dialogue among different faith traditions. Since it is a resolution rather than binding legislation, it does not create new legal requirements or penalties, but it directs that copies be sent to every county, city, and local school board in the state.
Motion: Favorable Recommendation
Motion: Favorable Recommendation
Governor Signed
Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
House/ to Governor
Executive Branch - Governor
House/ received enrolled bill from Printing
Clerk of the House
House/ enrolled bill to Printing
Clerk of the House
Enrolled Bill Returned to House or Senate
Clerk of the House
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