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Utah announces $1.68B in new construction projects to improve transportation

By Beehive State News | Apr 16, 2025

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) has announced plans for a significant construction season, unveiling details for 152 new projects this year.

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NFIB highlights consequences of small business tax deduction expiration in Utah

By Beehive State News | Apr 15, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has published a report emphasizing the importance of the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction for Utah's small businesses.

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Agriculture Voluntary Incentive Program opens for 2025 applications

By Beehive State News | Apr 15, 2025

The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) has opened applications for its Agriculture Voluntary Incentive Program (Ag VIP) for the 2025 period.

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Employers classified under the Educational Services industry file 365 H-1B petitions in Utah throughout 2024

By Beehive State News | Apr 14, 2025

In 2024, 365 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Educational Services industry located in Utah, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Utah's combined tax revenues down 30.6% from Q2 to Q3 2024

By Beehive State News | Apr 11, 2025

Utah collected $3.1 billion in combined tax revenues during the third quarter of 2024.

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Q3 2024: Utah's combined tax revenues down 30.6% since Q2 2024

By Beehive State News | Apr 10, 2025

Utah collected $3.1 billion in total tax revenues during the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Utah ranks 38th among 38 U.S. states for teacher shortages

By Beehive State News | Apr 10, 2025

As of 2025, Utah reported 37 teacher vacancies, equating to 1 vacancies per 10,000 students, positioning it 38th among 38 U.S. states facing teacher shortages, according to the World Population Review.

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UDAF seeks public input for food security processing grant priorities

By Beehive State News | Apr 8, 2025

The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) is inviting public input regarding the newly established Utah Food Security Processing Grant Program (UFSPG).

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NFIB poll shows strong support for 20% small business deduction

By Beehive State News | Apr 8, 2025

A recent poll conducted by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) reveals substantial support for sustaining the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction, as well as broad bipartisanship in supporting small businesses across the United...

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2 H-1B petitions filed by Utilities employers classified under the Utilities industry in Utah in 2024

By Beehive State News | Apr 7, 2025

In 2024, two H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Utilities industry located in Utah, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Utah invites applications for invasive species mitigation grants for 2025-26 seasons

By Beehive State News | Apr 7, 2025

The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) has opened applications for the Invasive Species Mitigation (ISM) Weed Control Grant for the 2025-26 seasons.

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Traffic on I-80 to be reduced due to bridge maintenance work

By Beehive State News | Apr 7, 2025

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) informs drivers to prepare for notable delays on I-80 near 6000 West over the next two weeks.

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Utah Department of Agriculture and Food hosts fourth annual food safety conference

By Beehive State News | Apr 7, 2025

The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) has announced its 4th Annual Food Safety Conference, scheduled to be held from April 9-10, 2025, at the Show Barn at Thanksgiving Point.

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Analysis: Utah one of 25 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Beehive State News | Apr 6, 2025

An analysis by Beehive State News shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” Utah is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls' high school sports.

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Small businesses in Utah grapple with job vacancies, reports National Federation of Independent Business

By Beehive State News | Apr 4, 2025

Small businesses in the United States continue to face challenges in filling job vacancies, according to the National Federation of Independent Business's (NFIB) latest Jobs Report.

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EDA awards over $2 million in grants for economic development projects in Utah in 2023

By Beehive State News | Apr 3, 2025

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) issued six grants totaling $2,421,500 in 2023 to fund economic development projects in Utah.

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Utah ranks 10 among U.S. states for teacher starting salary

By Beehive State News | Apr 2, 2025

Utah ranks 10 among U.S. states for teacher starting salaries, with an average starting salary of $49,555 in 2024, according to the National Education Association (NEA).

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UDOT issues warning against tolling scam targeting motorists

By Beehive State News | Apr 1, 2025

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) has issued a warning about a new scam targeting motorists with claims of unpaid toll balances.

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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation industry file 1 petition in Utah throughout 2024

By Beehive State News | Mar 31, 2025

In 2024, one H-1B petition were filed by an employer classified under the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation industry located in Utah, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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UDOT installs under-mast lights statewide to enhance pedestrian safety at intersections

By Beehive State News | Mar 28, 2025

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is working to enhance pedestrian safety at intersections across the state by installing new lighting systems.