Sen. Daniel Thatcher, R-West Valley City, a “nay” vote, said there are other issues for lawmakers to focus on. “I don’t believe this is an important issue,” Thatcher said Monday. “The world will keep spinning either way.'
McCay says the current state flag, which features the state seal on a blue field, will shift to a ceremonial role and will fly over state property on holidays and special occasions at the discretion of the governor.
The bill advanced on an 18-9 vote Monday morning. All nine “no” votes came from Republicans, highlighting a divide among majority caucus members. Sen. Daniel Thatcher, R-West Valley City, another “nay” vote, said there are other issues for lawmakers to focus on.
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