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Utah Senate designates Jan. 27 a day of remembrance for Cold War nuclear testing; chamber hears personal tributes
Summary
The Utah Senate adopted HCR 1 on Jan. 26, 2001, designating Jan. 27 as a day of remembrance for those affected by Cold War nuclear testing after a Committee of the Whole tribute and a roll call vote. Lawmakers recounted alleged health impacts and requested further statutory clarity and outreach.
The Utah State Senate on Jan. 26, 2001, adopted HCR 1, a resolution designating Jan. 27, 2001, as a day of remembrance for people affected by Cold War nuclear testing.
The resolution, introduced as "HCR 1" and identified in the record with Michael R. Steiler as sponsor, was moved to the top of the second-reading calendar and read in full after senators described statewide fallout from Nevada test-site detonations. Senator Watts, supporting the measure, said the historical testing "had significant impact in the lives, particularly of children," and cited studies and reports tying fallout to…
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