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Ogden, Utah — In a controversial move, the Utah State Legislature has passed a bill that will prohibit transgender students from living in dorms that correspond with their gender identity. The measure, which passed both chambers with veto-proof majorities, is set to head to the desk of Republican Governor Spencer Cox, who has previously expressed support for such restrictions. Under the newly passed bill, transgender students at Utah’s public colleges and universities will only be allowed to reside in gendered spaces such as dormitories, locker rooms, and bathrooms that align with their sex assigned at birth. However, transgender students will…

Ogden, UT — In a narrow vote Thursday, the Utah Senate passed a controversial bill that would prohibit public labor unions from engaging in collective bargaining. House Bill 267, known as the “Public Sector Labor Union Amendments,” passed with 16 votes in favor and 13 votes against, meeting the required 15-vote threshold to move forward in the legislative process. The bill will now return to the House for further approval before reaching Governor Spencer Cox’s desk for final consideration. The bill has become a focal point of intense debate and public rallies throughout the legislative session. Supporters of the bill…