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The bill does not remove the legal loophole known as clergy-penitent privilege. But Rep. Anthony Loubet said it could incentivize clergy members to come forward.
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If passed, all employers, regardless of staff size, would be required to try to accommodate an employee’s religious belief unless it presents an “undue burden” on the business.
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Similar clergy-penitent privilege bills have failed in the past. However, Rep. Anthony Loubet’s proposal has one major difference, resulting in a lack of opposition from the state's dominant faith.
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Patrick Kearon, the newest member of the body that governs The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has said he would like see the faith better care for sex abuse victims.
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The hope is that the funding will be an opportunity to create sustainable infrastructure addressing homelessness in the state.
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For faith groups that choose to go solar, the benefits can be both financial and theological.
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Although it’s tempting to slap a label on Utah like “red state” or “ultra religious” and call it good, we wanted to take a closer look at these things and get to the heart of what makes Utah, Utah.
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Utah doesn’t look the same as it did 20 years ago, becoming more diverse, older and less religious.
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A new nationwide survey shows how members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints view nature and climate change differently from other religious groups.
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In visiting Utah, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is prioritizing a state where rival Donald Trump has struggled in the past.
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According to the Utah Department of Public Safety, religious hate crimes have risen by more than 60% since 2021.
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Even as Utah religious leaders of all stripes are urging lawmakers to take immediate action to save the Great Salt Lake, one faith might be able to make the biggest impact.