Utah SenateSJR 7
Joint Resolution Regarding Utah's Protection and Advocacy Agency
Passed 16–10Crossed party lines
What it does: This resolution urges the Governor to review Utah's designation of the Disability Law Center as the state's Protection and Advocacy agency to ensure that all individuals with disabilities, regardless of type or functional capacity, receive equitable advocacy and representation. (official summary)
Question before the chamber: Senate/ passed 2nd reading
The tally
Yes 16 · No 10 · Not voting 3
Bar: green = yes, brown = no, striped = not voting.
| Party | Yes | No | Not voting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Republicans | 15 | 4 | 3 |
| Other or unknown party | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Most Democrats voted no; most Republicans voted yes. 4 members voted against their party’s majority.
Voted against their party’s majority
- David HinkinsR26No
- Derrin OwensR27No
- Evan VickersR28No
- Ron WintertonR20No
The full roll (29)
Yes 16
No 10
Not voting 3
“Not voting” is a recorded non-vote, not a reason for the absence. Parties come from public rosters; how we count.