Week 3 Capitol Report:Is Utah Ready for 2034?
Week 3 Capitol Report: Is Utah Ready for 2034? Week 3 Capitol Report: Is Utah Ready for 2034? The Utah legislative session continues as we…
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Week 2 Capitol Report: Urgency Rising as Snowpack Hits Record Lows
Week 2 Capitol Report: Urgency Rising as Snowpack Hits Record Lows Week 2 Capitol Report: Urgency Rising as Snowpack Hits Record Lows The Utah legislative…
Public comment is now open on a proposed DAQ air permit near I-80
A new air quality permit has been proposed for a gravel pit in Parley’s Canyon, raising concerns about air pollution in an already overburdened area near I-80. While the proposal is smaller than past plans, it still allows emissions that could affect air quality, and public comment is now open.
Week One at the Capitol: What’s Moving and Why It Matters
Week One at the Capitol What’s Moving and Why It Matters Week One at the Capitol: What’s Moving and Why It Matters The Utah legislative…
Utah as Canada’s Dumping Ground? EnergySolutions’ Push to Import Canadian Nuclear Waste
EnergySolutions is seeking authorization to import up to 1.3 million cubic yards of Canadian low-level radioactive and mixed waste, generated by the civilian nuclear power industry. HEAL Utah is calling for full transparency, public input, and an independent review of potential health and environmental impacts before any approval is considered.
2025 Legislative Recap
As the 2025 Utah Legislative Session comes to a close, we at HEAL Utah are reflecting on the policies that will shape our state’s environment and the health of its people. This session brought debates on air quality, energy policy, the handling of toxic and radioactive waste and major discussions around nuclear energy. HEAL Utah has a long history of critically evaluating the impacts of nuclear energy on our state, and this year’s legislative session saw significant proposals that could impact Utah’s energy future. While we saw some notable victories, there is still much work to be done. Here’s a look at what passed, what didn’t and what comes next.
Wildfire Smoke and Your Health: Understanding the Hidden Dangers in Our Air
Climate change relentlessly desiccates our environment, posing greater risks to our air quality every year, especially during wildfire season. Understanding the health risks of wildfire smoke can empower us to make changes in our community to advocate for cleaner air.
Navigating Utah’s Legislative Session: Your HEAL Guide to Capitol Hill
Welcome to the 2026 Utah Legislative General Session, where the future of our state’s environmental policies is at stake. In this blog post, we will break down the legislative process and explore its significance in shaping Utah’s environmental landscape. HEAL Utah, an environmental advocacy organization plays a crucial role in pushing for policies that promote clean energy, improve air quality, protect our communities from toxic & radioactive exposure, and ensure transparency in decision-making. Let’s dive into how it all works!
Take Action During the Legislative Session
Individuals (like you!) can also influence policy that affects your health and quality of life by speaking up and becoming community lobbyists.
Every year we see more and more individuals redefining what it means to be a lobbyist who places community, accountability, and people over profit, setting the foundation for an era of greater democracy up on Capitol Hill.
From FAIR to HEAL: Our Journey of Environmental Advocacy in Utah
In the early 1990s, Utah faced a significant environmental threat from the United States Army. They suggested the disposal of old and leaking bombs, landmines, and missiles containing a deadly nerve agent within our state. At that time, Utah held a staggering 45% of the entire U.S. stockpile of chemical weapons. The Army’s plan involved incinerating this hazardous material at the Tooele Army Depot, located near the towns of Tooele and Grantsville.