What is the current status of S 1453?

S 1453 is currently: In Senate.

Who sponsored S 1453?

S 1453 was sponsored by Mike Lee (R), Sen.

University of Utah Research Park Act

IntroducedApril 10, 2025

In Senate8 months ago

Intro

Senate

House

Pres

Waiting for a House floor vote.

It has cleared committee and can be brought up at any time, though no date is set.

Public Lands and Natural ResourcesEducational facilities and institutionsLand transfersUtah

Why This Matters

This bill confirms that the University of Utah can use certain land for a research park and related purposes.

If you live in Salt Lake City, this bill could lead to more research opportunities and housing options.

Who this affects

Students · Researchers · Local residents

What changes is this bill making?

1The bill confirms that the University of Utah can use specific land for research and related activities.
2It allows the university to develop student housing and a transit hub on the land.
3The land covers approximately 593.54 acres in Salt Lake City, Utah.
4The bill supports ongoing research and innovation efforts at the university.
5It ensures that the land use aligns with federal public purpose requirements.

Read the detailed summary

University of Utah Research Park Act This bill confirms the use by the University of Utah of approximately 593 acres of specified nonfederal land in Salt Lake City, Utah, as a university research park and for related university purposes (including development of student housing and a transit hub) as a valid public purpose.

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University of Utah Research Park Act

IntroducedApril 10, 2025

In Senate8 months ago

Intro

Senate

House

Pres

Waiting for a House floor vote.

It has cleared committee and can be brought up at any time, though no date is set.

Public Lands and Natural ResourcesEducational facilities and institutionsLand transfersUtah

Why This Matters

This bill confirms that the University of Utah can use certain land for a research park and related purposes.

If you live in Salt Lake City, this bill could lead to more research opportunities and housing options.

Who this affects

Students · Researchers · Local residents

What changes is this bill making?

1The bill confirms that the University of Utah can use specific land for research and related activities.
2It allows the university to develop student housing and a transit hub on the land.
3The land covers approximately 593.54 acres in Salt Lake City, Utah.
4The bill supports ongoing research and innovation efforts at the university.
5It ensures that the land use aligns with federal public purpose requirements.

Read the detailed summary

Read full document

Last changed 4 months ago · checked hourly