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UT SJR018

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

3/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Daniel McCay

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Origin

Senate

2026 General Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the Utah Legislature to hold annual general sessions on nonconsecutive days throughout the calendar year, rather than consecutive days, while maintaining the existing 45-day session limit

  • Requires both the Senate and House of Representatives to meet on the same calendar days during general session

  • Changes how session days are calculated by excluding "days provided by statute" rather than the current exclusion of state and federal holidays

  • Removes constitutional language prohibiting either house from adjourning for more than three days without the other's consent

  • Requires voter approval at the next general election, with a contingent effective date of January 1, 2028 if approved

Legislative Description

Proposal to Amend Utah Constitution - Legislative Duties

Resolutions

Last Action

Senate/ filed in Senate file for bills not passed

3/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Revenue and Taxation2/27/2026
Rules2/26/2026

Full Bill Text

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