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Utah Senate advances real-estate continuing-education bill after hours of debate
Summary
After extended debate and multiple friendly amendments, the Utah Senate amended and advanced House Bill 16, which would require continuing education or demonstrated competence for licensed real-estate agents. Supporters said the measure protects consumers and offers flexible options; opponents warned it could burden part‑time agents and narrow entry into the profession.
The Utah Senate on the floor advanced House Bill 16, a measure to require continuing education or an equivalent demonstration of competence for licensed real‑estate agents, after sustained debate and a package of friendly amendments that the sponsor said soften the bill’s requirements.
Sponsor Representative Bradford and Senators supporting the change said the requirement is a consumer‑protection measure that updates a licensee’s knowledge of taxation, finance and Fair Housing obligations. Senator David, speaking for the bill, said the legislation “gives flexibility to a real estate agent.…
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