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Votes at a glance: House actions March 6–7, 2012
Summary
The Utah House completed votes on multiple Senate bills and resolutions March 6–7, 2012; notable outcomes included the passage of SJR16 (Hole In The Rock trail) and several clean-up and code-reorganization bills; SB 82 (equal-access) failed.
The House considered numerous third-reading items and other measures on March 6–7, 2012. The following is a concise summary of recorded votes and formal actions in the provided transcript.
- First Substitute SJR 16 (Hole In The Rock San Juan Mission Historic Trail): Passed — 71 yes, 1 no. The resolution honors pioneers who traversed and built the historic Hole In The Rock trail.
- Senate Bill 242 (repeal relating to fleeing a conservation officer): Passed — 70 yes, 0 no. Sponsor described repeal of a conflicting code section so federal/state standards align.
- Senate Bill 200 (justice court chapter reorganization): Passed — 73 yes, 0 no. Sponsor described reorganization and consolidation of existing language with no new fees.
- Senate Bill 179 (hospital tax / Medicaid managed care enabling): Passed — 66 yes, 4 no. Sponsor said the bill adjusts state code to implement managed care pending federal waiver.
- Senate Bill 240 (general repealer) and other technical items: Passed — vote tallies recorded (e.g., one general repealer recorded as 73 yes, 0 no). Several bills were circled or placed for further action as indicated in the floor record.
- Senate Bill 82 (equal access for education employee associations): Failed — 18 yes, 51 no. Extensive floor debate and multiple amendments preceded the final vote.
Procedure and notes: Several bills were 'circled' (set aside temporarily) or 'uncircled' to be taken up when sponsors were present. The reading clerk transmitted many Senate-passed items for the Speaker’s signature and to be returned to the Senate or enrolled as appropriate.
Where to find the record: The House transcript includes the full roll call tallies and the clerk’s announcements for each listed bill.
