This concurrent resolution celebrates the upcoming 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
This resolution:
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This resolution marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, declaring the first week of July 2026 as Independence Week and formally recognizing Utah's America250 Commission and its statewide celebration efforts. It expresses legislative and gubernatorial support for related programs, such as a Capitol exhibit, a statewide walking challenge, and a speaker series, and encourages counties, cities, and individual lawmakers to participate in local commemorations. The resolution also directs public school districts, charter schools, and higher education institutions to incorporate study of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution into curriculum and campus activities during the 2026 school year, particularly around Constitution Week in September 2026.
Introduction
Feb 6
House Rules
House Committee
Feb 19
House Floor Vote
Feb 23
Senate Rules
Feb 23
Senate Committee
Feb 26
Senate 2nd Reading
Feb 27
Senate 3rd Reading
Mar 4
Governor Signed
Mar 25
IntroductionFeb 6
House Rules
House CommitteeFeb 19
House Floor VoteFeb 23
Senate RulesFeb 23
Senate CommitteeFeb 26
Senate 2nd ReadingFeb 27
Senate 3rd ReadingMar 4
Governor SignedMar 25
This concurrent resolution celebrates the upcoming 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
This resolution:
AI-generated summary, not yet reviewed by Better Utah staff. Please consult the bill text.
This resolution marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, declaring the first week of July 2026 as Independence Week and formally recognizing Utah's America250 Commission and its statewide celebration efforts. It expresses legislative and gubernatorial support for related programs, such as a Capitol exhibit, a statewide walking challenge, and a speaker series, and encourages counties, cities, and individual lawmakers to participate in local commemorations. The resolution also directs public school districts, charter schools, and higher education institutions to incorporate study of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution into curriculum and campus activities during the 2026 school year, particularly around Constitution Week in September 2026.
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