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House approves weekly, voluntary Pledge recitation in high schools after heated debate
Summary
After extended debate on patriotism, religious freedom and potential effects on refugee students, the House passed Senate Bill 105 to allow voluntary once‑a‑week Pledge of Allegiance recitation in high schools as part of flag instruction; supporters invoked civic instruction and personal stories, while opponents warned about stigma and urged broader civic education.
SALT LAKE CITY — The Utah House voted Feb. 10 to pass Senate Bill 105, which permits voluntary, once-a-week recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance in high schools as part of flag instruction. The bill passed the House with a recorded floor vote during the session.
Supporters framed the measure as a way to encourage civic instruction…
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