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House passes revised substitute for 1995 bond bill after intense floor debate and reconsideration
Summary
After hours of debate and a successful motion to reconsider, the Utah House approved a House-substitute version of the 1995 bond bill (a $42.5M-cap package in committee terms) and sent it back to the Senate; members sparred over design funding for higher-education projects, rural distribution, and transportation priorities.
The Utah House on Feb. 28 approved a House substitute to Senate Bill 275, the 1995 bond package, following prolonged debate, an initial failed vote, a successful motion to reconsider and floor amendments.
Representative Ed (Mark) Evans, who led the House consideration, described the adopted substitute as a compromise that addresses correctional needs, higher-education planning and several county and community projects while honoring a negotiated bond cap. Opponents criticized the package for cutting design funding and leaving some…
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