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House approves bill to create statewide 800‑MHz public‑safety radio network after heated debate
Summary
The House passed HB 187 to establish an agency to plan and implement an 800‑megahertz radio network for public‑safety agencies after extended debate over whether the network should be a quasi‑public corporation or formed via interlocal agreements, liability for bonded debt, oversight and costs.
The Utah House of Representatives on the floor approved HB 187, authorizing the creation of a statewide entity to build and operate an 800‑megahertz radio network aimed at improving communications among police, fire and emergency services. The bill passed 55–17 after more than two hours of debate over structure, oversight and liability.
The bill’s sponsor told members the state faces mounting constraints on current public‑safety radio frequencies and a federally driven transition to 800‑MHz technology. Supporters said a single coordinated network would reduce duplicate equipment, improve interagency coordination and deliver…
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