University of Utah Research Park Act
University of Utah: Land Use for Research Park and Housing
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- Senator Lee introduced a bill to confirm that the University of Utah is allowed to use nearly 600 acres of land for its research park. This land was originally granted by the federal government in the 1960s for public use.
- The proposal specifically lists student housing and a transit hub as approved uses for the property. This ensures the university can build these facilities without violating old federal land-use agreements.
- This action helps the university modernize its campus and address the need for more student living space. It removes legal hurdles that might have blocked future construction projects on this specific plot of land in Salt Lake City.
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Milestones
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 337.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Lee without amendment. With written report No. 119-108.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
University of Utah Research Park Act
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