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UT HJR002
Joint Resolution
Status
2/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Calvin Roberts
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AI Summary
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Prohibits resolutions from being used to recognize, honor, memorialize, or express support for individuals, groups, or events; legislators must instead obtain a citation for such purposes
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Defines "binding resolution" as one that enacts/amends rules, proposes constitutional amendments, or results in changes to law or funding; defines "nonbinding resolution" as one that requests (rather than compels) action and communicates policy positions
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Requires the Senate and House Rules Committees to reject resolutions that violate the prohibition on honorary/recognition purposes by not referring them to standing committees or reading calendars
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Requires chief sponsors to ensure resolution drafting instructions comply with the new purpose requirements
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Takes effect upon successful vote for final passage; amends Joint Rules JR4-2-101 and JR4-5-104, and enacts new rule JR4-1-204
Legislative Description
Joint Rules Resolution - Resolution Amendments
Resolutions
Last Action
House/ to Lieutenant Governor in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
2/11/2026