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HB 409

Legislator Leave Amendments

2026 General Session Introduced by Ann Millner and 1 co-sponsor

Utah HB 409 proposed legislator leave policy amendments but was effectively gutted when the Senate struck its enacting clause, halting substantive changes.

Senate/ 2nd Reading Calendar to Rules [Senate Rules Committee]
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Bill Summary · HB 409

Legislative bill overview

HB 409 proposes amendments to legislator leave policies in Utah, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available action history. The bill has undergone procedural movements including a strike of the enacting clause—a significant procedural action that effectively nullifies the bill's operative language while keeping its framework intact.

Why is this important

Legislator leave policies affect government operations, legislative efficiency, and the practical ability of lawmakers to balance legislative duties with personal circumstances. The strike of the enacting clause suggests substantial disagreement over the bill's content, indicating this was a contested proposal within the legislature.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of leave eligibility: Disagreement likely exists over which types of leave (medical, family, personal) legislators should be permitted to take and under what circumstances
  • Impact on quorum and legislative function: Concerns about whether extended legislator absences could impair the legislature's ability to conduct business and meet constitutional requirements
  • Equity and precedent: Questions about whether special leave provisions for legislators set problematic precedents or create unfair advantages compared to other state employees

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

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