SOBRE ESTE EPISÓDIO
It's the final day of Utah's 2026 Legislative Session. Holly and guest host Steve Handy broadcast live to discuss some key proposals as the session reaches the final hours to the finish line.
Guests include:
Senate President Stuart Adams
A conversation with Senate President Stuart Adams on key legislative developments involving the judiciary, energy and the gas tax.
Senator Mike McKell
Senator Mike McKell breaks down this year’s election‑related legislation, weighs in on what happened with his attempt to ban Kratom, also known as gas station heroin, and outlines his remaining session priorities.
Rep. Ariel Defay
Rep. Ariel Defay discusses her efforts to implement early dyslexia intervention and expand maternity leave for state employees. Rep. Defay also shares details on her most controversial bill, removing turn signal requirements at roundabouts.
Senator Todd Weiler
Senator Todd Weiler provides a wrap‑up of this year’s marriage‑related legislation, including amendments on underage marriage and alienation of affection, plus potential movement on changes toward religious‑curriculum in schools.
Sen. Ann Millner
Sen. Ann Millner shares the latest on her efforts to improve literacy early on in education.
House Majority Leader Rep. Casey Snider
Majority Leader Casey Snider outlines GOP priorities for the session’s final hours, including what's being done and what can be done towards saving the Great Salt Lake.
Senate Minority Leader Luz Escamilla
Minority Leader Luz Escamilla shares a response to the failure of her proposal, which would have allowed child welfare investigators to seek a court warrant to physically check on a child when parents refuse access during an abuse investigation.
