Another week of the Utah Legislature in the books. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means talk about the bills that caught their eyes, including on beekeeping, judges, and renters' rights. Plus, Salt Lake City residents ask Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall to prioritize publicly funded housing, and Ali and Emily share their picks of the week.

Bills discussed:

HB 257 Sex-based Designations for Privacy, Anti-bullying, and Women’s Opportunities

HB 297 Utah Bee Inspection Act Amendments

Public-Private Child Care Development Pilot Program

HJR 14 Proposal to Amend Utah Constitution - Statewide Initiatives

HJR 8 Joint Resolution Amending Rules of Civil Procedure on Disqualification of a Judge

HB 355 Residential Rental Modifications

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Renters’ Rights, Disqualifying Judges, and Free the Bee