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Utah Senate recognizes 100th anniversary of the state’s ratification of the 19th Amendment
Summary
During the Oct. 3, 2019 extraordinary session, senators recognized descendants of suffrage-era leaders, recounted Utah’s early suffrage role and noted plans to send a statue of Martha Hughes Cannon to represent Utah in the U.S. Capitol.
Senators used personal-privilege remarks during the Oct. 3, 2019 extraordinary session to mark the 100th anniversary of Utah’s ratification of the 19th Amendment and to recognize relatives of key historical figures.
Senator Milner asked the chamber to recognize descendants of Elizabeth Hayward and Governor (Simon) Bamberger who were in the gallery and described Utah’s long history in the suffrage movement. Milner noted the state’s early role and said the Senate would enter recognition into the record. The Senate also noted plans to send a statue of Martha Hughes Cannon to represent Utah in the nation’s capital.
Senator Weiler added historical context, reminding colleagues that although Utah women were allowed to vote in 1870, Congress later removed that right under the Edmunds–Tucker Act, and the right was restored with statehood and the state constitution. He emphasized Martha Hughes Cannon’s significance in the suffrage movement.
Members briefly introduced relatives present in the chamber and entered their names and residences into the record. The remarks were celebratory and historical in nature and did not propose policy or require further Senate action.
The Senate returned to final procedural business and adjourned later the same day.
