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The pandemic has made clear Utah has an urgent need for more child care options. Rep. Susan Pulsipher, R-South Jordan, hopes to expand those opportunities.
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The latest Utah news from Wednesday evening, Dec. 29, 2021.
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Politics reporters Emily Means and Sonja Hutson recap the year’s biggest stories, from the pandemic endgame bill to an explosive redistricting process.
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A lawsuit alleging an Ogden firefighter was unlawfully suspended from duty for refusing to surrender his medical cannabis card has prompted one lawmaker to introduce a bill that could offer clearer protections for medical marijuana users.
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A legislative proposal would require that counties hire a Certified Public Accountant firm to audit their election systems every year, including a review of voter registration rolls and ballots cast.
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Four Republican lawmakers have left the Utah Legislature over the past couple months, quitting in the middle of their terms. Some people view that as a strategy to keep legislative seats in GOP hands.
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Tallying the results only took about 45 minutes to an hour longer than usual and there wasn’t a significant difference in voter turnout.
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Being engaged with local politics doesn’t just mean running for office or organizing rallies. It can also look like voting, volunteering with advocacy groups, meeting with lawmakers or just doing research. KUER politics reporter and State Street co-host Sonja Hutson shares some useful tips on navigating the process.
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Between a lack of support and few role models, women and people of color can have a hard time running for office. KUER politics reporter and State Street co-host Emily Means discusses barriers to running for office and how people have faced them.
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Three complainants and the accused say the allegations have been mishandled over the past four years — from poor communication and delays to hostile interactions to a lack of due process.
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From its break-neck speed (45 days!) to its Republican-heavy makeup, understanding Utah’s legislative session can seem a little overwhelming. KUER politics reporter and State Street co-host Sonja Hutson helps unpack how the state’s legislature operates.
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Utah politicians like to talk about something called the “Utah way." It’s the idea that politics in the state have an emphasis on being nice, civil and open to compromise. But who gets a seat at the table and who’s left knocking at the door depends on who you are and what you’re asking for.