Pediatricians say bill denying resources to immigrants without papers would harm their patients

A Utah lawmaker wants unauthorized immigrants to leave the state. Pediatricians say his bill could harm children, families and public health.

By: Annie Knox

Outlets: Utah News Dispatch

Published: February 19, 2026

Words: 747

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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As Utah lawmakers moved on to their next agenda item at the Capitol and lobbyists went home for the night, Dr. Katie Gradick left in tears.

“I feel ashamed — of our government, of our country, of this state,” Gradick, a pediatric palliative care physician, said Tuesday.

Moments earlier, a legislative committee voted to support a bill blocking unauthorized immigrants over the age of 18 from public assistance ranging from vouchers for baby …

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