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UT HCR004
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Enrolled
2/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Michael Petersen
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AI Summary
- Utah Legislature and Governor support practices exemplifying religious freedom in public spaces, including the right of public school students and teachers to openly express their faith
- Encourages accommodation of religious observances in government and community settings and protection of religious symbols in public spaces
- Cites recent Supreme Court decisions overturning the 1971 "Lemon Test" (Shurtleff v. Boston, 2022) and affirming constitutionality of religious monuments (American Legion v. American Humanist Association, 2019) and public religious expression (Kennedy v. Bremerton, 2022)
- Requires copies of the resolution be sent to each county legislative body, municipal legislative body, and local school board in Utah
- Appropriates no money; serves as a non-binding statement of legislative and gubernatorial support for religious liberty
Legislative Description
Concurrent Resolution Regarding Religious Freedom
Government Operations (State Issues)
Last Action
House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
3/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Education2/3/2026
Rules1/30/2026
Public Utilities and Energy1/23/2026
Rules1/20/2026
Full Bill Text
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