As uncertainty swirls around Utah’s homeless campus, Democrats propose guardrails

By: Katie McKellar

Outlets: Utah News Dispatch

Published: February 12, 2026

Words: 1,293

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 6 days ago


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Two Utah Democratic lawmakers representing Salt Lake City’s west side highlighted three bills they’re running meant to offset impacts of a 1,300-bed homeless campus that’s been proposed in their community.

Senate Minority Leader Luz Escamilla and Rep. Sandra Hollins held a news conference at the Utah Capitol on Wednesday to highlight their bills, while also acknowledging that uncertainty swirls around whether the proposed campus will become a reality since it currently lacks funding.

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