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Utah House adopts HB 10 after debate over youth seatbelt enforcement and exemptions
Summary
The House passed House Bill 10, a youth driving measure amended to add an affirmative defense and broaden allowed religion-sponsored activities; members debated making seatbelt violations a primary offense for drivers 17 and under and enforcement complexities. Vote: 72-0.
The Utah House of Representatives passed House Bill 10 on Jan. 28, 1999, after floor amendments and extended debate over seatbelt provisions and enforcement for young drivers. Representative Don Bush moved to uncircle the bill and oversaw debate and amendment on the House floor.
Representative Karianne Arendt introduced Amendment No. 3 to broaden categories of religion-sponsored activities covered by the bill and to add language creating an affirmative defense for individuals who claim an exemption. Representative Arendt said the amendment “is trying to broaden the religions that could participate” and to address concerns…
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