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Utah House votes 40-33 to rescind state's call for a constitutional convention
Summary
On Feb. 18, 1992, the Utah House of Representatives passed House Joint Resolution 12, 40–33, forwarding to the Senate a resolution to rescind the state's earlier call for a constitutional convention after a day of procedural motions and extended debate over risks and safeguards.
SALT LAKE CITY — The Utah House of Representatives voted 40–33 on Feb. 18, 1992, to pass House Joint Resolution 12, a measure that would rescind the Legislature’s prior call for a constitutional convention. The resolution, introduced by Rep. J. Reese Hunter, will be forwarded to the state Senate for consideration.
Supporters said the change is a precaution against an uncontrolled convention. "It is because of that lack of limitation on what a convention can consider…
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