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Utah House advances overhaul of state boards and commissions, setting uniform terms and pay
Summary
The House passed companion bills (HB 403 and HB 406) to standardize terms, per diems and reporting for state boards and commissions after a multi-year task force review; HB 403 passed 57-13 and HB 406 passed 59-10 and will be sent to the Senate.
The Utah House of Representatives on Feb. 22 approved measures aimed at creating uniform rules for state boards and commissions, including four-year terms and standard per diem and expense reimbursement.
Supporters said the bills stem from a multi-year review by a legislative task force chaired by the lieutenant governor that aimed to inventory boards, clarify responsibilities and reduce duplication. "These are usually average citizens with a particular…
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