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House approves resolution allowing three counties to build or expand jails amid debate on cost and core rates
Summary
The Utah House passed HJR101 to allow Beaver, Millard and Sanpete counties to build or expand correctional facilities and contract beds with the state; members debated core rate reimbursement, long-term commitments, and bed space needs before a 65-8 vote.
The House passed House Joint Resolution 101 on April 19, 2005, authorizing Beaver, Millard and Sanpete counties to construct or expand county correctional facilities and to enter contracts for state prisoners. Representative David Hogue, the sponsor, said the resolution is required by statute when counties seek to build beds for state contracting; the House approved the resolution 65-8 and sent it to the Senate.
Hogue told members the Department of Corrections surveyed counties and three responded affirmatively that they would build beds…
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