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House reopens debate on intensive early-release parole after narrow motion to reconsider
Summary
The House voted to reconsider action on House Bill 2, which would create an intensive early-release parole program; supporters said it expands supervision options, while opponents warned it could allow some third-degree felons back into communities and limit judges' authority. The motion to reconsider passed 38–33 and the bill was circled for later action.
The Utah House returned House Bill 2 to its calendar after a contested floor motion to reconsider the bill's earlier passage. Representative Peterson moved to reconsider, saying some members had not fully grasped a Senate amendment that broadened eligibility to include some third‑degree felons. He urged colleagues to give the measure another look before sending it to the governor.
Opponents including Representative Ellertson and others argued the Senate amendment did…
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