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House approves Diwali commemorative day after removing multiday fireworks provision
Summary
Lawmakers approved a substitute to recognize Diwali as a state commemorative day and removed a provision that would have allowed a five‑day fireworks window; sponsor emphasized cultural recognition while supporters and opponents debated fireworks safety.
The Utah House adopted a substitute for SB46 (presented as SB54 in floor commentary) on Feb. 15 that designates Diwali as a state commemorative day and removes a provision that would have allowed celebrants a five‑day fireworks period.
Representative Eliason, sponsoring the bill, said Utah’s growing Hindu, Sikh and Jain communities…
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