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House approves mobile data terminals and funding for more troopers after extended debate on staffing and fiscal priorities
Summary
The House passed H.B. 242 to equip patrol cars with mobile data terminals and H.B. 243 to fund additional highway patrol troopers after floor debate on public safety, staffing ratios and fiscal notes; amendment attempts to alter trooper allocation failed.
Lawmakers on Feb. 5 approved two measures intended to modernize and expand the Utah Highway Patrol.
House Bill 242, sponsored by Representative Adair, would authorize purchase of mobile data terminals for patrol vehicles. Adair said the devices let troopers "quickly respond" and check registrations, transmit images and reduce paperwork; supporters noted the equipment enhances officer safety by enabling…
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