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House floor debate splits over SB48 passenger limits for young drivers
Summary
The House engaged in extended debate on Senate Bill 48 (passenger limits for young drivers). Supporters cited safety; opponents argued parental rights and questioned whether the proposal would reduce accidents. The transcript opens voting but does not record a final tally in this excerpt.
Members of the Utah House spent significant floor time debating Senate Bill 48, a measure limiting the number of passengers young drivers may carry, with divisions centered on public-safety arguments and parental authority.
Representative Dailry introduced SB48 as amended and recommended it be passed out as amended so the Senate sponsor could decide whether to concur. Supporters, including Representatives Shurtnoff and Beck, said the restrictions reflect modern driving hazards. Representative Shurtnoff recalled learning to drive on a farm and said freeway conditions make teen…
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