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House rejects bill that would create limited driving permits for rural 14‑year‑olds
Utah House of Representatives · March 3, 1997
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Summary
After floor debate emphasizing safety and insurance concerns, the House voted 37–38 against Senate Bill 125, which would have allowed limited driving permits for 14‑ and 15‑year‑olds in rural hardship areas under strict mileage and time restrictions.
Senate Bill 125, considered on the House floor March 3, 1997, would have created a restricted driving permit aimed at rural youths who live far from bus stops, employment, or school. The permit (as drafted) included criteria such as residency outside an urbanized area, minimum distances to…
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