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House approves 'truth in taxation' amendments for initiative fiscal disclosure amid heated fluoride debate
Summary
After extended floor debate and failed amendments to exempt fluoride initiatives, the House passed HB142 54–16 requiring clearer fiscal disclosures and third‑party cost analyses on initiative petitions and ballots, proponents say to better inform voters.
The Utah House passed House Bill 142 on Feb. 15, a measure its sponsor characterized as "truth in taxation" for the initiative process. The bill requires clearer fiscal disclosure for initiatives, including a third‑party initial and final fiscal analysis and an appeals process if parties dispute cost estimates.
Representative Hughes said the bill's purpose is to ensure voters understand the costs associated with ballot initiatives and to prevent post‑adoption…
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