Published February 12, 2021 at 6:46 PM MST Listen • 5:30
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The Utah Legislature honored former University of Utah student-athlete Lauren McCluskey on Friday, which would have been her 24th birthday. That story and more in this evening s news brief.
Friday evening, February 12, 2021
State
Gov. Spencer Cox Eliminates Concealed Carry Requirements
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox signed a bill into law Friday that will remove the requirement to obtain a permit to carry a concealed firearm. The law passed the state Legislature almost entirely along party lines. It takes effect in early May. Cox’s office did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Former Gov. Gary Herbert vetoed a similar bill in 2013. Supporters of the law say Utah should trust law-abiding gun owners to act responsibly. Critics are worried about the consequences of not requiring background checks and gun safety courses. Read the full story.
Created: 28 December 2020
Senator Todd Weiler is kicking off 2021 a wee bit early by going live with his podcast. He and his guests (including yours truly), talked about the incoming Cox/Henderson administration and cabinet, the Senate District 14 special election and more.
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