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2021 Legislative Update: Week 6

There is only one week left in the 2021 Legislative Session. I can't believe how quickly it went by! This session has been different than any other because of the precautions put in place due to COVID-19. With staff, interns, and legislators contracting the virus, we have been working hard to get bills passed that help Utah citizens. This includes tax relief bills for our seniors, families, and those living on a fixed income.

With one week remaining, I want to encourage you to reach out to me if you have any last-minute thoughts or concerns on legislation being worked on. I appreciate your feedback.

Sincerely,
Representative Robert Spendlove
Utah House of Representatives, District 49

Bill Highlight

This week I am highlighting a bill that has passed into law recently. That bill is H.B. 358 Guardianship Amendments. To see what this new law does please look at the helpful graphic below! If you would like to read more about this bill, click here. 

Putting Money Back in the Hands of Deserving Utahns

The Utah State Legislature presented legislation that will provide approximately $100 million in tax relief to Utah citizens. Though Utah’s economy is in an advantageous position compared to other states, many Utahns are struggling, and lawmakers want to provide tax relief where it will make the biggest difference. Three bills, S.B. 153, S.B. 11, and H.B. 86, target families, veterans, and elderly citizens and further boost Utah’s economic success.

Executive Appropriation Committee Recommends Historic Utah State Budget 

The Executive Appropriations Committee (EAC) finalized recommendations for the Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget. The recommendations include increased funding for education, healthcare, housing, infrastructure and transportation, and a significant tax cut. 

The EAC budget recommendation now advances to the full Legislature for consideration before the session closes March 5. The 2022 fiscal year begins July 1. Read the full press release here. 

Concurrent Resolution Honoring the 125th Anniversary of the First Utah Legislative Session

On January 4, 1896, Utah became the 45th state to be admitted to the Union. A few days later, on January 7, the first legislative session convened. The first legislature was made up of 18 members in the Senate and 45 members in the House and was tasked with designing a new community and government. Read HCR 16 here.

Bills Passed During The 2021 Session

For a list of bills passed by the Utah House thus far, click here. 

Representative Spendlove's Legislative Page


To see my official page and information about me, click here. 

CONTACTING REP. SPENDLOVE

  • To reach out directly to me, email: rspendlove@le.utah.gov Include “Constituent” in the subject line