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Senate narrowly approves ban on under‑18 passengers in pickup beds after extended debate
Summary
After an extended debate over enforcement, rural impacts and parental authority, the Utah Senate passed SB 125, a bill that bans persons under 18 from riding in pickup truck beds on public roads (exemptions for parades and agricultural uses). The bill passed 14–10 with 5 absent.
The Utah Senate debated and passed Senate Bill 125 on Feb. 19, 2003, a measure sponsored by Senator Bramble that prohibits persons under 18 from riding in the beds of pickup trucks on public roads, with exemptions for parades and agricultural operations.
Sponsor’s description and intent
Senator Bramble, sponsor of SB 125, told the chamber the bill "bans, children, 18 from riding in the back of pickup trucks on public roads," while preserving exemptions for parades and agricultural work. The bill was presented as a public-safety measure intended to address injuries involving…
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