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Senate narrows, then approves bill expanding Industrial Commission authority after hours-long debate
Summary
After extended floor debate and a committee-of-the-whole hearing, the Utah Senate approved Senate Bill 187 with an amendment to address concerns about agency power to interpret law. Supporters cited judicial deference to agency expertise; opponents warned the change would cede judicial review.
Senate Bill 187, which would broaden the Industrial Commission's authority to make factual determinations and to interpret and apply law, passed the Utah Senate after extended debate and amendment on Feb. 18, 1994.
The bill was introduced on the floor by Senator David Steele and drew immediate concern from industry groups. James Lee, appearing for the Utah Mining Association and the Utah Manufacturers Association, told senators: "What this bill does is give the Industrial Commission broader power than any other administrative agency in state…
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