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Utahâs job growth and low unemployment highlighted on Salt Lake Chamber dashboard
The Salt Lake Chamberâs Roadmap to Prosperity Coalition, in partnership with the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, has updated the Economic Dashboard for December to help business leaders know where Utah stands in the overall recovery. This tool tracks the stateâs path to a complete economic recovery from the pandemic recession and provides actionable context for decision-makers.
âUtahâs economic recovery into stable growth through the pandemic continues to shine a light on our fundamentals and strong economic playbook,â said Derek Miller, president and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber and Downtown Alliance. âThe December dashboard shows how the economy is continuing to expand in the construction, financial and trade sectors while facing headwinds with leisure and hospitality and health services. Our consumer confidence remains stable with retail sales continuing to grow year over year. As coronavirus variants evolve, Utahâs robust economic rebound shows what smart planning, public health awareness, and strong fundamentals can achieve, an economic revival to lead the country.â (Read More)
Sens. Romney, Kelly applaud establishment of Wildland Fire Mitigation and Management Commission
U.S. Senators Mitt Romney (R-UT) and Mark Kelly (D-AZ) released the following statement after the Administration announced the establishment of a Wildland Fire Mitigation and Management Commission, fulfilling a key provision of the bipartisan infrastructure bill that will help combat the Westâs wildfire crisis. Senators Romney and Kelly first introduced legislation to establish this Commission earlier this year, and advocated for its inclusion in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
âOur states are facing historic numbers of wildfires and desperately need assistance with fire prevention, mitigation, and response. Earlier this year, we introduced legislation to establish a Wildland Fire Mitigation and Management Commission because existing fire policies must be adapted to meet todayâs challenges. A commission that brings experts from local communities and the private and public sectors will help improve strategies to prevent future wildfires from becoming catastrophic disasters across the West. We are proud that this Commission is now a reality, and look forward to seeing the recommendations it puts forth.â (Read More)
Sen. Lee honors âCandy Bomberâ with Veterans Center rename
Sen. Mike Leeâs (R-UT) bill to rename the Provo Veterans Center to honor Colonel Gail S. Halvorsen has unanimously passed the Senate. Col. Halvorsen is affectionately referred to as the âCandy Bomberâ for his unique and effective efforts distributing candy to the impoverished children of Berlin during the 1948 Berlin Airlift. Halvorsenâs compassion, humanitarianism, and community service did not end in 1948. Halvorsen started the Utah-based Gail S. Halvorsen Aviation Education Foundation and regularly participates in community celebrations and re-enactments of the events.
Sen. Lee is joined by Sen. Mitt Romney (R-UT) as a Senate cosponsor. Rep John Curtis (R-UT) leads the effort in the House and is joined by Reps. Chris Stewart (R-UT), Burgess Owens (R-UT), and Blake Moore (R-UT).
Of Col. Halvorsen , Sen. Lee said, âCol. Gail Halvorsen represents the best of Utah and the best values of the Armed Forces. In times of darkness and despair, Gail Halvorsen brought light and kindness, and his work and legacy continues to this day. It is an honor to sponsor this bill and to rename the Provo Vet Center after a great Utahn.â (Watch More)
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