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Senators debate billboard relocation rules; amendment to HB141 fails, bill then passes
Summary
Lawmakers argued over proposed clear-view distances and compensation rules for interstate and state-highway billboards in HB141. An amendment to equalize conditions failed on a roll call; the bill later passed on final vote and will be returned to the House for signature.
A contested amendment to House Bill 141 — addressing billboard 'clear view' distances and compensation when the Utah Department of Transportation requires relocation — failed in the Utah Senate on March 11 after floor debate, and the bill subsequently passed.
Senator Bell argued the amendment would protect municipalities and sign companies by allowing an alternative clearance…
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