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House advances bill limiting criminal liability for lawful agricultural operations
Summary
Lawmakers approved Senate Bill 94 to narrow criminal liability for lawfully operating agricultural enterprises, prompting debate about CAFOs, local zoning, and county prosecutor authority; supporters said counties retain zoning tools while some members warned about public health and enforcement gaps.
The Utah House on Feb. 27 advanced Senate Bill 94, a proposal its sponsor described as closing a gap that could subject lawfully operating agricultural enterprises to criminal prosecution for routine activities.
Proponents said the statute clarifies that agricultural operations following sound agricultural practices and not causing substantial adverse effects to public health and safety should not face…
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