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House narrowly approves enhanced-penalty measure aimed at crimes disrupting certain industries, 41–31
Summary
After extended floor debate on constitutional and scope concerns, the House passed First Substitute House Bill 206 by a 41–31 margin. Supporters described it as deterrence against organized disruptions to industry productivity; opponents warned it could inappropriately expand prosecutorial power and criminalize nonviolent conduct.
SALT LAKE CITY — The Utah House on Feb. 5, 1998 approved First Substitute House Bill 206 following extended floor debate over whether the measure properly balances enforcement and prosecutorial authority.
Representative Iverson, sponsor of the uncircled bill, asked the House to consider the proposal intended to address criminal acts that impede productivity in industries such as agriculture, mining and timber. He framed the bill as targeting organized efforts that aim to stop production or cause economic harm.
Representative Curtis (identified on…
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