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SCR 2

Concurrent Resolution Concerning Remembrances of the 25th Anniversary of the 9/11 Attacks

2026 General Session Introduced by Lincoln Fillmore and 1 co-sponsor

Utah legislature formally commemorates the 25th anniversary of 9/11 through a non-binding concurrent resolution expressing collective remembrance and potentially directing commemorative activities.

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Bill Summary · SCR 2

Legislative bill overview

SCR 2 is a concurrent resolution from Utah's legislature that commemorates the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. As a concurrent resolution, it expresses the legislative body's sentiment and directives but does not create enforceable law or require appropriations.

Why is this important

Concurrent resolutions on significant historical events serve to officially acknowledge collective memory and can direct state agencies or resources toward commemorative activities. This resolution marks a major national tragedy and allows the state legislature to formally recognize its ongoing impact on Utah residents and communities.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and specificity: The bill's actual commemorative directives are not detailed in available summaries, making it unclear whether resources or specific events are mandated
  • Symbolic vs. substantive value: Some may view commemorative resolutions as meaningful acknowledgment while others see them as performative gestures without material impact
  • Resource allocation: If the resolution directs state agencies to organize events or activities, questions may arise about appropriate use of public funds and staff time for commemoration

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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