Utah House of Representatives

Key Decision Makers and Community Experts Unite to Position Salt Lake City's Power District as Utah's Potential MLB Stadium Site

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

SALT LAKE CITY, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Big League Utah, the broad-based coalition united to position Salt Lake City, Utah as a Major League Baseball (MLB) expansion market, announced the creation of honorary and community advisory boards. Board members' expertise and commitment to Utah's success will help advance the multi-faceted campaign and focused efforts.

Key Points: 
  • "We have an exceptional ownership group, a shovel ready ballpark site, overwhelming community support in a strong growth market for MLB.
  • The Power District is an approximately 100-acre, shovel-ready site in the heart of Salt Lake City's west side.
  • Big League Utah announced its intention to position Salt Lake City, Utah as an MLB expansion market in April 2023.
  • "We are particularly excited about the impact a Major League Baseball team could have on Salt Lake City's west side.

2023 BioUtah Life Sciences Awards to be Presented at the Mayer Brown Utah Life Sciences Summit

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Friday, November 3, 2023

Salt Lake City, Utah--(Newsfile Corp. - November 3, 2023) - BioUtah today announced the winners of its 2023 Life Sciences Awards.

Key Points: 
  • Salt Lake City, Utah--(Newsfile Corp. - November 3, 2023) - BioUtah today announced the winners of its 2023 Life Sciences Awards.
  • Five awards will be presented during the 2023 Mayer Brown Utah Life Sciences Summit Nov. 9 at the Salt Palace, in Salt Lake City.
  • BioUtah's annual awards recognize leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs who have made significant contributions to the state's life sciences industry.
  • BioUtah will honor Daniel Simmons, PhD, president and chief scientist, Intronex Laboratories, with a Lifetime Achievement Award.

BYU ICLRS and University of Utah co-sponsor Tolerance Means Dialogue Event at Utah State Capitol

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Saturday, October 28, 2023

PROVO, Utah, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tolerance Means Dialogue will host an event at the Utah State Capitol on October 30 from 5-6:15 pm.

Key Points: 
  • PROVO, Utah, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tolerance Means Dialogue will host an event at the Utah State Capitol on October 30 from 5-6:15 pm.
  • The event is co-sponsored by the University of Utah and the International Center for Law and Religion Studies at Brigham Young University Law School.
  • Additional sponsors include Equality Utah, the 1st Amendment Partnership, the Fairness for All Initiative, Braver Angels and the Federalist Society at both BYU and the U's law schools.
  • Utah State Senator J. Stuart Adams will close the event.

Utah Virtual Academy Honors 198 graduates at Commencement

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Utah Virtual Academy (UTVA) honored 198 senior graduates from more than 75 cities and towns throughout Utah during commencement exercises Tuesday.

Key Points: 
  • Utah Virtual Academy (UTVA) honored 198 senior graduates from more than 75 cities and towns throughout Utah during commencement exercises Tuesday.
  • In fact, more than 80 members of the class are honor or high honor students.”
    The commencement keynote speaker was Representative Candice B. Pierucci (R-Riverton/Herriman) of the Utah House of Representatives.
  • “I would like to wish a big congratulations to the 2023 graduating class of the Utah Virtual Academy!” said Pierucci.
  • “We are so proud to send our graduates out into the world to accomplish everything they set out to do.”

TEAMSTERS TO GOV. COX: DON'T DEFUND THE UTA

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Saturday, February 18, 2023

SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Teamsters are calling on Utah Governor Spencer Cox to veto House Bill 243. HB 243 would strip collective bargaining rights from confidential, managerial, and supervisorial public transit workers. In doing so, the legislation would run afoul of federal law and jeopardize more than $224 million in federal grants for the Utah Transit Authority (UTA).

Key Points: 
  • In doing so, the legislation would run afoul of federal law and jeopardize more than $224 million in federal grants for the Utah Transit Authority (UTA).
  • "This is a blatant and poorly designed attack on collective bargaining rights for our members at the UTA," said Teamsters General President Sean M. O'Brien.
  • "If signed into law, this would jeopardize the future of not just Teamsters, but all UTA workers and everyone in Utah who relies on public transportation on the Wasatch Front.
  • "This legislation is the epitome of cutting off your nose to spite your face," said Spencer Hogue, Secretary-Treasurer of Teamsters Local 222.

Malouf Foundation™ Holds Annual Summit on Combating Sexual Exploitation

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Saturday, April 23, 2022

The Malouf Foundation Summitconsists of influential panelists discussing the prevalence of child sexual exploitation and the importance of making a difference.

Key Points: 
  • The Malouf Foundation Summitconsists of influential panelists discussing the prevalence of child sexual exploitation and the importance of making a difference.
  • The Malouf Foundation Summit informs individuals how to get involved in the fight against child sexual exploitation.
  • In January 2022, the Elizabeth Smart Foundation officially became a part of the Malouf Foundation to broaden the impact of both organizations.
  • Supported by the network of Malouf Companies, the Malouf Foundation gives 100 percent of its resources on behalf of the people it serves.

Representative Cory Maloy to seek re-election to the Utah House of Representatives

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Monday, March 7, 2022

Representative Cory Maloy announced today his intent to run for re-election in the Utah House of Representatives for Utah House District 52 where he currently serves.

Key Points: 
  • Representative Cory Maloy announced today his intent to run for re-election in the Utah House of Representatives for Utah House District 52 where he currently serves.
  • The past two years have been interesting and difficult for the people of Utah, said Maloy.
  • Representative Maloy serves as chair of the House Government Operations Committee and serves on the House Business and Labor Committee and the Infrastructure and General Government Appropriations Committee.
  • Maloy is founder and principal of Maloy PR, a successful public relations firm based in the heart of Silicon Slopes of Lehi.

Stephanie Gricius to run for Utah House of Representatives for new House District 50

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Thursday, January 6, 2022

Former Eagle Mountain City Council member, Stephanie Gricius (R), formally announced today her intent to run for the Utah House of Representatives representing the newly formed House District 50.

Key Points: 
  • Former Eagle Mountain City Council member, Stephanie Gricius (R), formally announced today her intent to run for the Utah House of Representatives representing the newly formed House District 50.
  • Gricius, who is a REALTOR, former City Council Member, entrepreneur, foster parent, and mother of five children, has lived in the district with her family since 2010.
  • Ive always believed in giving back to and serving my community, said Gricius.
  • Making the decision to run as representative for Utah House District 50 is a natural next step in my core belief to serve my family and the great people of our district and state.

Representative Cory Maloy to Seek Re-election to the Utah House of Representatives

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Monday, March 16, 2020

Representative Cory Maloy announced today his intent to run for re-election in the Utah House of Representatives for Utah House District 6, where he currently serves.

Key Points: 
  • Representative Cory Maloy announced today his intent to run for re-election in the Utah House of Representatives for Utah House District 6, where he currently serves.
  • It is an exciting time to serve the people of House District 6, said Maloy.
  • Maloy plans to continue his focus on these and other critical areas:
    Utah State Growth Maloy regularly works on issues related to growth, pollution and transportation.
  • Law Enforcement Maloy supports law enforcement and has successfully helped increase support and safety for peace officers and emergency personnel.