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Riverton council approves resolution supporting state bill to eliminate mandatory water fluoridation
Summary
The council unanimously adopted a resolution expressing support for House Bill 81, a state‑level bill to remove the requirement (in affected counties) for fluoridation of culinary water. Council members cited choice and topical alternatives to fluoridation; the city noted potential safety and cost considerations of municipal fluoridation.
Riverton Mayor and council discussed House Bill 81, a measure in the Utah Legislature that would remove the requirement that certain water providers fluoridate culinary water. The mayor framed the resolution as support for local choice and noted concerns over cost, public safety and whether topical treatments are preferable to mass dosing of water.
Council member discussion said the city has raised the issue with Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District…
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