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Some of the proposed changes would allow schools to remove some books quicker and without the input of parents. It would also allow certain books to be banned statewide.
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Utah lawmakers continue to criticize the Davis School District for banning the Bible in some schools, and vocal support is growing for revising Utah’s “sensitive materials” law.
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The Alpine School District is looking to close two schools in 2023 and three in 2024. Parents allege a decision was made before they were involved in the discussion.
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Rep. Kera Birkeland hopes the bill “empowers” more survivors to report their assaults to the police.
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Supporters say protections enshrined into state law are important to preserving Indigenous culture for future generations.
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The letters warn of sanctions despite an injunction issued in July by Third District Court Judge Andrew Stone, which blocked Utah’s abortion trigger law from taking effect.
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Utah’s “School Activity Eligibility Commission” could start hearing cases soon.
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Rep. Kera Birkeland sent the letter on House of Representatives letterhead. LGBTQ supporters accused her of escalating a culture war issue.
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The Legislature later amended the bill to clarify the state will be responsible for legal costs.
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The latest Utah news for Thursday morning, Mar. 3, 2022.
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The latest version, passed along party lines by a House committee Monday, creates a commission to evaluate the issue on an athlete-by-athlete basis.