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Senate approves third substitute to allow limited rural permits for 14–16-year-olds; safety concerns linger
Summary
The Senate adopted a third substitute to Senate Bill 125 to create limited hardship/permit authority for some 14–16-year-olds in rural areas after floor amendments excluding interstate driving and narrowing distance provisions; the bill passed 18–11 and moves to the House.
The Utah Senate on Feb. 26 adopted the third substitute of Senate Bill 125, a measure that would make 14–16-year-olds in certain rural areas eligible for limited permits tied to driver-training purposes and specified travel, after senators approved amendments restricting interstate travel and narrowing distance thresholds.
Sponsor comments and amendment: Senator Blake…
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