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HCR003 • 2026

Concurrent Resolution Supporting Rugby League in Utah

Concurrent Resolution Supporting Rugby League in Utah

Passed Legislature

This bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment, even if later executive action is not shown here.

Sponsor
Rep. Shepherd, Lisa
Last action
2026-03-06
Official status
House/ filed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

Using official source text because the generated explanation was unavailable or could not be confirmed against the official bill text.

Concurrent Resolution Supporting Rugby League in Utah

This resolution supports Rugby League in Utah.

What This Bill Does

  • This resolution supports Rugby League in Utah.

Limits and Unknowns

  • This entry is temporarily using official source text because the generated explanation could not be confirmed against the official bill text during the last sync.

Bill History

  1. 2026-03-06 House file for bills not passed

    House/ filed

  2. 2026-03-06 Clerk of the House

    House/ strike enacting clause

  3. 2026-01-20 House Rules Committee

    House/ 1st reading (Introduced)

  4. 2026-01-14 Clerk of the House

    House/ received bill from Legislative Research

  5. 2026-01-14 Clerk of the House

    House/ received fiscal note from Fiscal Analyst

  6. 2026-01-12 Released

    LFA/ fiscal note publicly available for HCR003

  7. 2026-01-12 Version Sponsor

    LFA/ fiscal note sent to sponsor for HCR003

  8. 2025-12-29 Legislative Research and General Counsel

    Bill Numbered but not Distributed

  9. 2025-12-29 Legislative Fiscal Analyst

    LFA/ bill assigned to staff for fiscal analysis for HCR003

  10. 2025-12-29 Legislative Fiscal Agency

    LFA/ bill sent to agencies for fiscal input for HCR003

  11. 2025-12-29 Legislative Research and General Counsel

    Numbered Bill Publicly Distributed

Official Summary Text

This resolution supports Rugby League in Utah.

Current Bill Text

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Concurrent Resolution Supporting Rugby League in Utah
2026 GENERAL SESSION
STATE OF UTAH
Chief Sponsor: Lisa Shepherd
Senate Sponsor:
LONG TITLE
General Description:
This resolution supports Rugby League in Utah.
Highlighted Provisions:
This resolution:
supports growth of Rugby League in Utah; and
encourages public and private stakeholders to introduce and expand access to Rugby
League in Utah.
Money Appropriated in this Bill:
None
Other Special Clauses:
None
Be it resolved by the Legislature of the state of Utah, the Governor concurring therein:
WHEREAS, Rugby League is a dynamic, inclusive, and growing international sport that
promotes athleticism, teamwork, community engagement, and cultural exchange;
WHEREAS, Utah is home of the USA Rugby League Commission and the most Rugby
League Teams in the United States;
WHEREAS, Rugby League is distinct from other codes of rugby and has a rich history of
development and competition, with global popularity in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and
the Pacific Islands;
WHEREAS, Utah has a growing and diverse population with an increasing interest in a
variety of sports and recreational opportunities, including Rugby League;
WHEREAS, Utah is home to youth, amateur, and semi-professional rugby organizations
and clubs that provide positive outlets for young people, encourage physical activity, and build
community cohesion;
WHEREAS, supporting Rugby League in Utah aligns with the state's goal to become "The
State of Sport," promotes healthy lifestyles, expands sporting opportunities, and encourages
the development of emerging sports; and
WHEREAS, increased recognition of Rugby League in Utah will attract regional, national,
and international competitions and events, contributing to local economic development and
tourism:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Legislature of the state of Utah, the
Governor concurring therein, expresses support for the continued growth, promotion, and
development of Rugby League within the state.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Legislature and the Governor encourage public and
private stakeholders, including local governments, school districts, community organizations,
and sports commissions, to support initiatives that introduce and expand access to Rugby
League in Utah.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be sent to the Utah Sports
Commission, the Utah Rugby League Clubs, the USA Rugby League Commission, and the
Pacific Sports International.
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