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Senate backs tougher rules for scrap metal dealers to curb thefts from construction sites
Summary
Senate Bill 44, sponsored by Senator Griner at law enforcement's request, moves forward; it calls for stronger identification and recordkeeping (including potential fingerprinting options) at scrap yards to help law enforcement trace stolen metal. Supporters stressed reduction in thefts; dealers raised concerns about fingerprinting.
SALT LAKE CITY — Senators advanced Senate Bill 44, a measure aimed at reducing metal theft by increasing identification and recordkeeping requirements for scrap metal transactions.
Senator Griner, who sponsored the bill at the Utah Sheriffs Association’s request, said metals theft from construction sites and infrastructure has skyrocketed and…
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