First public hearing on Utah’s anti-DEI bill marked by tense debate over discrimination and the words of MLK
Rep. Katy Hall’s measure moves forward on a 12-2 vote and now goes to a vote from the full House. But questions remain about what exactly is impacted by HB261.
(Bethany Baker | The Salt Lake Tribune) Rep. Katy Hall, R-South Ogden, speaks as HB261 is heard in committee during the 2024 legislative session at Utah Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024.
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