The Hinckley Report - Podcast

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Prop 3 Replaced and Shutdown Avoided Feb 15, 2019

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As the 2019 legislative session heats up, new laws are passed and others are debated. The Medicaid Expansion ballot initiative, is replaced, and another federal shutdown is avoided at the last minute. The Associated Press’ Lindsay Whitehurst, Utah GOP member Thomas Wright, and Representative Patrice Arent join Host Jason Perry for this week’s Hinckley Report.

Legislature moves against Prop 3 Feb 08, 2019

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Week 2 of the Utah Legislature had the Medicaid expanding Proposition 3 changed by the Utah Senate, and the bill now moves to the House. What other issues are they working on? Also, Pres. Trump gives his State of the Union speech. How are Utahns reacting? State Representative Brian King, State Senator Todd Weiler, and KUER’s Nicole Nixon join host Jason Perry this week on the Hinckley Report.

2019 Session Off and Running Feb 01, 2019

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A few days in, the 2019 Legislative session is already busy, with a proposed tax cut and changes to Prop 3. The impacts of the shutdown were costly and in some cases severe as polls show everyone carries some blame. And the 2020 Presidential race starts building momentum. KUER’s Julia Ritchey, The Salt Lake Tribune’s Matt Canham, and KSL's Doug Wright join Jason Perry for this week’s show.

2019 Legislative Preview Jan 25, 2019

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The 2019 legislative session is days away, and it looks to be both busy and dramatic. What bills are being proposed, and what may be changed? Also, a discussion of the federal shutdown which happened before President Trump's announcement temporarily ending it. The Exoro Group’s Maura Carabello, Political Strategist Frank Pignanelli, and The Deseret News’ Jasen Lee are this week’s guests.

Impacts of the Shutdown Jan 18, 2019

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As the federal shutdown continues, more and more Utahns are being affected and even being asked to work without pay. Ballot Props from the last election are expected to be discussed in the 2019 Legislative session. And members of Utah’s Federal delegation make waves in Washington. ABC4’s Emily Clark, the Deseret News’ Boyd Matheson, and Univision’s Lester Rojas are on this week’s Hinckley Report.

The Shutdown Continues Jan 11, 2019

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The Federal Government shutdown is over two weeks old, and Utahns are feeling the pinch. How is Utah’s delegation reacting? The 2019 Legislative session starts soon. What bills and issues will be the most contentious? The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute’s Natalie Gochnour, Political Strategist Spencer Stokes and former State Senator Scott Howell join host Jason Perry on this week's episode.

2018 Year in Review Dec 28, 2018

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Medical cannabis. Ben McAdams defeating Rep. Mia Love. And lawmakers are gearing up for the new legislative session. 2018 is nearly over, and our group looks back at the top political stories and what is coming up in 2019 and beyond. The Deseret News’ Lisa Riley Roche, Fox 13 News’ Max Roth, and The Salt Lake Tribune’s Matt Canham join host Jason Perry for a review of 2018.

The Legacy of Orrin Hatch Dec 21, 2018

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Senator Orrin Hatch ends 42 years in congress with a speech on civility. What is his legacy, and who will fill the void for him? Congress works late into the year as a shutdown looms. And Utah Lawmakers and candidates prepare for 2019. KUER’s Nicole Nixon, ABC4 News’ Glen Mills, and Fox 13’s Ben Winslow join Jason Perry in this week’s discussion.

Medical Marijuana Dec 14, 2018

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The debate over medical marijuana has dominated headlines throughout the year. What brought this issue to the forefront of Utah politics? How did opposition groups work against the initiative? What explains the change in views over time? Julia Ritchey, Reporter for KUER, Representative Brian King, and Speaker of the Utah House Greg Hughes join host Jason Perry.

Medical Marijuana Officially Legal in Utah Dec 07, 2018

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After the Medical Marijuana initiative wins in election, the Utah Legislature passes a compromise bill into law. What impact will it have in the next Utah legislative session, and what other bills will be debated in 2019? The Deseret News’ Doug Wilks, Univision’s Lester Rojas, and the Associated Press’ Lindsay Whitehurst join Jason Perry on this week’s roundtable.