This resolution urges federal assistance in stabilizing and restoring the Great Salt Lake.
This resolution:
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This resolution formally calls on the President, Congress, and federal agencies to provide substantial financial and policy assistance to stabilize and restore the Great Salt Lake, which has lost more than half its water volume due to drought, population growth, and increased water demands. It asks the federal government to negotiate a cost-sharing agreement with Utah that includes a 2034 milestone tied to the Olympic Games, while specifying that any federal help should supplement — not replace — state-led efforts and must respect Utah's water laws and local decision-making. The measure does not create new state law or spend any money; it directs that copies be sent to the President, congressional leadership, Utah's congressional delegation, and relevant federal agencies to express the Legislature's position.
Current version: HCR009S02 (Substitute)
Introduction
Feb 2
House Rules
House Committee
Feb 26
House Floor Vote
Mar 3
Senate Rules
Mar 4
Senate Committee
Mar 4
Senate 2nd Reading
Mar 5
Senate 3rd Reading
Mar 6
Governor Signed
Mar 25
IntroductionFeb 2
House Rules
House CommitteeFeb 26
House Floor VoteMar 3
Senate RulesMar 4
Senate CommitteeMar 4
Senate 2nd ReadingMar 5
Senate 3rd ReadingMar 6
Governor SignedMar 25
This resolution urges federal assistance in stabilizing and restoring the Great Salt Lake.
This resolution:
AI-generated summary, not yet reviewed by Better Utah staff. Please consult the bill text.
This resolution formally calls on the President, Congress, and federal agencies to provide substantial financial and policy assistance to stabilize and restore the Great Salt Lake, which has lost more than half its water volume due to drought, population growth, and increased water demands. It asks the federal government to negotiate a cost-sharing agreement with Utah that includes a 2034 milestone tied to the Olympic Games, while specifying that any federal help should supplement — not replace — state-led efforts and must respect Utah's water laws and local decision-making. The measure does not create new state law or spend any money; it directs that copies be sent to the President, congressional leadership, Utah's congressional delegation, and relevant federal agencies to express the Legislature's position.
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
Last updated Aug 29, 2026, 5:26 PM