2023 Summer — MELISSA BALLARD

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CHECKING IN AT THE LEGISLATURE:
Summer 2023!

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

At the legislature, we have had an eventful summer so far having held two special sessions. On August 8th and 9th, the legislature will resume interim meetings. I look forward to meeting with my colleagues in the legislature. Also, happy Fourth of July and Pioneer Day! May we always remember the significance of these holidays.

Thank you once again for your unwavering support and trust. It is truly an honor to serve you in the legislature, and I am committed to exceeding your expectations.

Warmest regards,

Melissa Ballard

Helpful Links

Watch the upcoming August 8-9th, June, and past Interims here
Click here to see all the bills passed in the 2023 legislative session
Click here to see what Governor Ron DeSantis said in his speech at the Utah State Capitol
Here are some helpful links regarding water c onservation, Utah's g rowth, and sandbag d isposa l
Listen to the House Podcast here

Important Legislation

Below is a list of the important legislation that was passed over the last few months during the special sessions. It includes bills regarding the special election to fill the vacancy of Chris Stewart and to address flooding emergencies in the state.

H.B. 2001 Election Amendments
H.B. 1001 Emergency Response Funding
H.B. 1002 Restricted Persons Amendments
H.B. 1003 Firefighter Death Benefit Amendments
H.J.R. 101 Joint Resolution Extending Emergency Powers for Flood Mitigation and Infrastructure Rehabilitation

In this Issue:

June Interim
Happy Holidays
Ron DeSantis Visits Utah
Business Tools

June Interim

I enjoyed meeting with my colleagues this last month for interim committees to discuss the needs of our state. Click here to read the highlights from the June meetings. We will meet again on August 8th and 9th at the Utah State Capitol. Follow along at le.utah.gov.

Pioneer Day and Fourth of July

Happy Pioneer Day, Utah! I hope you had a great holiday. I am proud of our rich state history that has made Utah what it is today. I also hope all of you had a happy Independence Day and took the chance to reflect on the freedoms we enjoy thanks to the sacrifices of many.

Governor Desantis at the Capitol

Excited to have welcomed Governor Ron DeSantis to Utah. In his speech, he focused on following the example of states like Utah to create a stronger, more capable, and united America. That is something we can all get behind.

Business Tools

I'm proud of our Legislative Auditors. Check out this new tool they've developed to evaluate YOUR OWN BUSINESS and save results to an Excel file. I've worked with them for 5 years to boost accountability and efficiency in government entities. Check it out here.