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A Bitter Sweet End at the Utah State Legislature |
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Written by Micah Olson
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Monday, 15 March 2010 17:49 |
Dear Neighbor,
It is with great bitter sweetness that I write this final newsletter reporting on the 2010 Utah Legislature session. I would first like to thank all of you who responded to the survey I sent out in my last week’s newsletter. I have read over all of the comments and will definitely consider them for my future newsletters. Many of you stated that you would like to have a more comprehensive list of my position on the bills that came through the session this year. Next week, Legislative Research will send out to each representative their voting records for the entire session. I will be sure to forward this list onto each you.
HB 150 S01 (substitution one) has passed through both chambers this week. This bill gives law enforcement the ability to be granted an Administrative Subpoena for names and e-mail addresses or ISP addresses in the case of cyber-stalkers, child predators, or kidnappings. I felt that this bill was necessary to combat the growing roll that the internet and technology can play as a tool for criminal activity. If you are interested to learn more about this bill, click here.
Another one of my bills that was passed through both chambers this session was legislation dealing with auto dealers. HB 366, Motor Vehicle Business Regulation Act Amendments, protects consumer interests in the purchase of vehicle by specifying terms of selling vehicles without a motor vehicle dealer license. The bill also amends definitions regarding the specifics of who needs a motor vehicle dealer license.
I will send you a link to other highlights from the session in its entirety next week with my voting record. If you are interested in looking over a 29 page document sent to us by the majority leadership with this information in its uncondensed form before that, let me know and I will be glad to send you the attachment.
Lastly, I would like to encourage you all to remain active and involved in our state’s government. Although the session has concluded for 2010, there is still plenty to do to contribute. Here’s an easy way to become more involved and make your voice count:
Just attend your neighborhood political meeting (called a “caucus”) and follow these five simple steps for your best chance of becoming your precinct’s county or state convention delegate.
1. Determine your voting precinct number and caucus location
Contact your county clerk or elections office, or call your county party officers to find your precinct and caucus location. Some precinct caucus locations will also be posted on the Utah Republican Party’s web site. Caucus location information may even appear in major newspapers a few days before the caucuses.
2. Bring 10-20 people to the meeting to vote for you
This is key! Obtain a precinct boundary map (often available online) or a list of registered voters from the county clerk or elections office and call people you know. Tell them you will be running for a delegate position and ask for their support. Make sure they know the caucus time and location.
3. Arrive 10 minutes early
Introduce yourself to neighbors you may not already know, tell people you are interested in being a delegate, and ask precinct residents for their support.
4. Have someone nominate you
After initial party business, delegates for the county and state conventions will be selected. When nominations are open, have a friend or spouse nominate you.
5. Be prepared to introduce yourself and explain why you are running
State your name, where you live, and that you support the party platform. You may add some position criteria by which you evaluate candidates. However, keep it brief. Smile, make eye contact, and good luck!
There’s a caucus to elect delegates for our district on March 23rd at 7pm at Orem High School. I encourage you to attend. A map of the precincts can be found here.
This session has proved to be a great one in getting meaningful legislation passed. Our state has made great strides in defending its sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment with the healthcare reform bills, eminent domain, and others. Additionally, despite the trials due to the budget deficit, I believe we came through in passing the necessary legislation for the improvement of our state and district. As always, I am grateful for the support you have shown this past year and ask that you continue to remain in contact if I can be of any possible assistance.
Sincerely,
Brad Daw
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