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Committee recommends bill to let state parks use UCOR grant funds for accessible trails
Summary
The committee favorably recommended House Bill 12 to let state parks use a UCOR grant program for construction and equipment to improve mobility and adaptive access; the sponsor said the bill imposes no state fiscal cost and it was placed on the Senate consent calendar.
Representative Welton presented House Bill 12 on Jan. 27, a refiled measure the committee previously passed that would allow state parks to use a UCOR grant program for trail construction, improvements and adaptive-equipment to expand access for mobility-impaired visitors and their families.
Sponsor testimony: Representative Welton said the language is needed so state parks can access the UCOR grant for mobility and adaptive users; he and supporters framed the bill as removing a technical barrier so more Utahns can visit parks.
Questions and committee action: A committee member clarified that the bill provides access to the grant rather than creating a new grant. Senator Hinkins moved to favorably recommend the bill; members agreed to place House Bill 12 on the Senate consent calendar and the motion passed unanimously.
Next steps: HB12 was recommended to the full Senate and placed on the Senate consent calendar for expedited consideration.
