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Senate passes House concurrent resolution on religious freedom after brief exchange over public symbols
Summary
The Utah Senate adopted House Concurrent Resolution 4 endorsing religious‑freedom language and encouraging respectful interfaith dialogue. During floor discussion Sen. Kwan asked whether a line protecting "religious symbols in public spaces" would permit a Buddhist altar; sponsor Sen. Stratton said his interpretation would include diverse faith expressions. The resolution passed 23‑1.
The Utah Senate on day 30 adopted House Concurrent Resolution 4, a measure the sponsor described as reaffirming the state’s historical religious traditions while encouraging respectful dialogue among diverse faiths.
Senator Stratton, the sponsor, said the resolution "documents and states in clarity the historical foundation" and cites recent Supreme Court cases related to free exercise and religious expression. During floor exchange Sen.…
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