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House debate over FACT program repeal after funding removed; members urge study before elimination
Summary
Representative Alexander presented a proposal prepared by Representative Sites to repeal the FACT (Family Assistance, Coordination, and Training) program after funding was removed in the appropriations act. Several House members urged delay and a study of impacts on families and service coordination rather than immediate repeal.
A bill presented in the Utah House on July 9, 2002 sought to repeal the FACT program after the program's funding was removed earlier in the Legislature's appropriations work. Representative Jay Alexander, presenting for Representative Sites, said the repeal was proposed because responsibilities for the program remain in statute but no budget exists to carry them out.
Representative Beck urged the chamber to oppose repeal until members had the results of an impact…
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