How Utah lawmakers applied federalism in legislation passed this session

Over the course of the Utah’s 2025 legislative session, 26 bills were introduced dealing with the principle of federalism and emphasizing the powers that are given to the state…. READ MORE.

March 8, 2025

The Legislature is enlisting two UVU organizations to help with federalism education

A bill to expand federalism education around the state through two Utah Valley University organizations was discussed and then passed in the Utah House of Representatives on Friday.…. READ MORE.

February 24, 2025

Utah lawmakers address federalism while working to balance state, federal jurisdiction

February 6, 2025

A new bill dealing with federal and state jurisdictional conflict is just one of multiple bills this session meant to deal with federal government overreach and emphasize Utah's sovereignty.…. READ MORE.

Guest opinion: Utah considers a modest step in restoring federalism – and more can be done

Although federal politics usually draw the most public attention, the framers of the U.S. Constitution had a different set of priorities. In the system they designed, the people of the United States are the ultimate source of authority, and responsibility is assigned to two different levels of government – the states and the nation..…. READ MORE.

February 6, 2025