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House approves juvenile-justice rulemaking amendments to address assaults in facilities
Summary
The Utah House passed Second Substitute House Bill 126 to authorize Juvenile Justice Services to adopt rules and protocols addressing sexual assault in juvenile facilities and to coordinate with community-based crisis centers. The bill passed 73–8 and will be transmitted to the Senate.
The Utah House on Jan. 27 approved Second Substitute House Bill 126, which authorizes Juvenile Justice Services and the Department of Corrections to adopt rules and protocols addressing sexual assault in juvenile facilities and to work with community-based organizations to support survivors.
Sponsor Representative Romero said the bill gives Juvenile Justice Services the authority for rulemaking and policy tied to sexual-assault…
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