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Children who read become adults who succeed. That’s why the Utah Senate continues to prioritize early literacy, including passing S.B. 241 this year to identify reading challenges sooner. We know that when children and their parents have the right tools to develop a love of reading, it lays the foundation for success in school and beyond. We’re excited to see students, families and Utahns across the state participate in the first Utah Reads Read-a-Thon, picking up books in schools, libraries, workplaces and even the Capitol Rotunda.

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Children who read become adults who succeed. That’s why the Utah Senate continues to prioritize early literacy, including passing S.B. 241 this year to identify reading challenges sooner. We know that when children and their parents have the right tools to develop a love of reading, it lays the foundation for success in school and beyond. We’re excited to see students, families and Utahns across the state participate in the first Utah Reads Read-a-Thon, picking up books in schools, libraries, workplaces and even the Capitol Rotunda.

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The West Desert Racetrack is back! 🏁

Sen. Kirk Cullimore joined the celebration of its grand reopening. Under new local Utah ownership, the track is bringing new investment and opportunity to Tooele County.
It will support tourism, jobs, and local businesses while strengthening Utah’s racing, manufacturing, and engineering industries. A great new chapter for West Desert and Utah!

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Utah leaders are looking ahead to how Trump’s proposed $1B in federal funding could support the Great Salt Lake, with priorities ranging from water infrastructure and conservation, to habitat, wildlife and dust management. Read more from the Deseret News:https://t.co/X3lihnIqjv

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Utah senators got a firsthand look at Great Salt Lake conditions as they prepare for the 2027 legislative session. The visit focused on the lake’s health, how to get more conserved water to the lake and what additional policy steps may be needed. Read more from Fox 13: https://t.co/7NBklCLACt

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In a new Deseret News op-ed, Sen. @LincolnFillmore explains Utah’s approach to cellphones in schools and why the state chose to pair a clear statewide standard with local flexibility.

Read more about how that approach is giving schools room to respond to their communities while helping Utah learn what policies work best for students.

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The Great Salt Lake is part of who we are as Utahns. It affects our air, our snow, our economy, our farms and communities, and the wildlife and landscape that make Utah home.

Senators joined Great Salt Lake Commissioner Hannah Freeze for an airboat tour and briefing to see current conditions, learn more about the work underway and discuss what comes next.
The Senate majority has made protecting the Great Salt Lake a priority and backed that commitment with action.

In recent years, the Utah Legislature has invested nearly $1 billion in water conservation efforts, changed state law to help more water reach the lake, expanded agricultural water optimization and secondary water metering, and strengthened how Utah manages and coordinates its water resources. Those efforts are making a difference. More than 400,000 acre-feet of water have been newly dedicated to the Great Salt Lake in just the past few years.

But the work is not finished.

Protecting the Great Salt Lake requires a long-term commitment, not one bill, one investment or one good water year. Seeing the lake firsthand helps senators understand how policies are working on the ground, the challenges that remain and where Utah’s efforts need to go next.

We have invested. We have changed policy. We have built partnerships. And we will keep working to protect the Great Salt Lake for generations to come.

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Today, we’re especially grateful for the Constitution and for the Founding Fathers who had the courage and foresight to create a framework of government built around liberty, individual rights and the rule of law.

More than two centuries later, the Constitution continues to guide our nation and protect the freedoms we are fortunate to enjoy. It is a powerful reminder that self-government depends not only on the institutions they created, but on each generation doing its part to preserve and strengthen them🇺🇸

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Twenty-five years ago, our nation was forever changed by the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. We remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost, including three people with deep ties to Utah: Mary Alice Wahlstrom and her daughter, Carolyn Mayer Beug and Brady Howell.

We honor the first responders and everyday Americans who ran toward danger, putting others before themselves. In one of our nation’s darkest moments, their courage reminded us of the strength and resolve of the American people.

In the days that followed, Americans came together with a shared sense of patriotism, purpose and determination to move forward.

Today, we remember those we lost, honor those who answered the call and remain grateful for the freedoms that unite us as Americans.

We will never forget. 🇺🇸

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For a generation of Americans, September 11 still feels close.

We remember the lives that were lost, the families whose lives were changed forever and we remember the first responders who ran toward danger as thousands ran to safety. We remember the courage, sacrifice and selflessness we saw in the hours and days that followed.
September 11 reminds us who we are as Americans. In one of our darkest moments, we stood together, helped our neighbors and showed the world that America would not be defined by fear, but by courage, unity and resolve.

Twenty-five years later, that responsibility belongs to us: to remember those we lost, to honor those who answered the call and to carry forward the unity that brought our country together.
May we never forget🇺🇸

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“One year ago, Charlie Kirk was killed while doing what he believed in, engaging others in conversation and the exchange of ideas.

“Today, we remember Charlie, his family and all those impacted by the events of that day.

“Political differences should never lead to political violence. Charlie believed in the importance of free speech and respectfully engaging with people who saw the world differently. That commitment remains just as important today. The freedoms we cherish depend on our willingness to defend the right of others to speak, debate and disagree peacefully.

“There will always be issues that divide us, but disagreement should never make us enemies. We can honor Charlie’s memory by choosing dialogue over division, treating one another with respect and protecting the freedoms that allow every American to have a voice.”

- President. J. Stuart Adams

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One year ago, Charlie Kirk was killed while doing what he believed in, engaging others in conversation and the exchange of ideas.

Today, we remember Charlie, his family and all those impacted by the events of that day.

Political differences should never lead to political violence. Charlie believed in the importance of free speech and respectfully engaging with people who saw the world differently. That commitment remains just as important today. The freedoms we cherish depend on our willingness to defend the right of others to speak, debate and disagree peacefully.

There will always be issues that divide us, but disagreement should never make us enemies. We can honor Charlie’s memory by choosing dialogue over division, treating one another with respect and protecting the freedoms that allow every American to have a voice.

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Utah ranks No. 1 in the nation for access to addiction treatment.

What matters most about that ranking is what it means for people: more Utahns can get the help they need when they need it. Whether it is treatment, counseling, peer support or encouragement from family and friends, having people and resources to turn to can make a lasting difference.

Addiction affects individuals, families and entire communities. Through the work of treatment providers, community partners and continued efforts by the Legislature to expand access to care, Utah has made important progress. We will keep working together to help more Utahns get the support they need to recover and move forward.

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Happy Labor Day!

Today, we recognize the hardworking Utahns whose dedication, skill and determination help make our state the greatest place to live, work and raise a family.

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Financial criminals are becoming more sophisticated and organized each day. Utah is coordinating efforts to fight back.

Today, Sen. Kirk Cullimore joined Attorney General Derek Brown to launch the Financial Crimes Intelligence Center, created by the Legislature to bring law enforcement, prosecutors and financial experts together to combat fraud, hold criminals accountable and protect Utahns and their hard-earned money.

By working together, we’re making Utah a harder place for financial criminals to operate and ensuring victims have a dedicated team fighting on their behalf.

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We’re lucky to have five of the country’s most iconic national parks in our backyard: Zion, Bryce Canyon, Arches, Canyonlands and Capitol Reef.
They bring people from around the world to Utah, support communities across our state and give the rest of us a pretty good excuse to take the scenic route every once in a while.

So today, whether you’re hiking red rock, wandering through hoodoos or planning your next weekend trip, happy National Park Day!
Utah’s national parks are hard to beat🤩

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Utah ranks No. 1 in the nation in the 2026 Camelot Index. This recognition reflects Utah’s culture of neighborly values, strong communities and our people’s commitment to building a bright future.

Our robust economy, low crime, strong families, focus on education and responsible state government have helped make Utah a place where people can thrive. Together, we have built a strong foundation for Utahns today, and we will continue working to ensure future generations have even greater opportunities to succeed.

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I’m saddened by the passing of Colin Hilton, a champion of Utah’s Olympic and Paralympic legacy. For more than two decades, Colin dedicated himself to building on the legacy of the 2002 Winter Games and ensuring that its venues and opportunities continued to serve athletes and communities across Utah.

Colin understood that the Olympic legacy is about inspiring future generations, supporting athletes and strengthening our communities. His leadership helped make that vision a reality.

Colin leaves behind an incredible legacy of service. My thoughts are with his family, friends and the entire Olympic community. He will be missed.

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The North Capitol Building was dedicated as the Michael O. Leavitt Building, honoring Utah’s 14th Governor and his many years of service to our state.

The Capitol Complex is more than a place where government happens. It is a place where Utahns come to learn about our history, understand our government and take part in the work of our republic.

During the dedication, Governor Leavitt reflected on what this building represents:

“This building forms a part of Utah. It has a feeling of permanence. It has a feeling of strength. It symbolizes the aspiration that we all have for what government should be. It stands not only as a house of the people, but it stands as a monument of the ethos of democracy. Which is, do your part.”

We celebrate Governor Leavitt’s legacy and the lasting impact his leadership and service have had on Utah.

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Utah is bringing states together to strengthen federalism and keep government accountable to the people.

At the National Federalism Initiative Summit, Sen. Keven Stratton joined leaders from red and blue states to advance a bipartisan effort to strengthen the balance between state and federal government, reduce political friction and find practical ways for states to work together.

When states lead, exercise their constitutional authority and keep decision-making closer to the people, we preserve liberty, strengthen our national union and protect our constitutional system for the next generation.