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Dive into the intricacies of Utah's 2025 legislative session with Washington City's Legislative Affairs Director Jordan Hess as he breaks down the bills that will reshape Southern Utah's communities. With over 582 bills passed during this session, Jordan helps navigate the complex political landscape while offering unique insights from his perspective working directly with lawmakers and municipalities.

Jordan Hess unpacks controversial legislation like the flag display restrictions in public buildings, enhanced enforcement capabilities against illegal short-term rentals, and new voter integrity measures requiring additional verification for mail-in ballots.

The discussion takes a particularly fascinating turn when examining the tension between state authority and local control. One failed bill would have created a "Beehive Development Agency" with power to expedite major economic projects with minimal local input—highlighting the ongoing struggle between expedient development and thoughtful local planning.

Housing affordability emerges as a critical theme throughout the episode, with Jordan explaining how new legislation prohibiting municipalities from requiring garages for affordable single-family homes could help create true "starter homes" again. The conversation explores whether government intervention can effectively address housing costs or if market forces will ultimately drive solutions.

Guest Jordan Hess, Legislative Affairs Director at Washington City,
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-hess-44b23527/

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[00:00:00] Intro.
[00:05:49] Jordan's Guatemalan Volcano Adventure.
[00:15:25] Washington City's Legislative Affairs Position.
[00:26:23] Utah Flag Bill and Culture War Legislation.
[00:35:13] Short-Term Rental Enforcement Changes.
[00:46:43] Parking Requirements and Housing Affordability.
[00:54:54] New Voting Laws and Election Integrity.
[01:02:11] The "Beehive Development Agency" Controversy.
[01:10:58] Market Solutions vs Government Intervention.


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