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Despite record-low levels of unemployment and other signs of a positive economy to start 2023, Utahs consumer confidence appears to be dropping.

Cut in jobless aid goes to governor

Jobless benefits, tax bill advances A bill aimed at reducing the amount of time a person may receive unemployment insurance from four months to three cleared an

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Jobless benefits, tax bill advances

Utah’s job market continues to remain strong and the demand for labor is growing in the state. The jobs report for January 2023 revealed the state added more than 46,000 jobs over the last 12 months.

More than 70 employers are scheduled to participate in a statewide virtual job fair this Thursday hosted by the Utah Department of Workforce Services.

Today Somali refugees make up the largest group among Utahs 65,000 refugees, according to the Department of Workforce Services, which oversees Utah Refugee Services Office.

Utahs Republican-controlled Legislature has on what legislative leaders say is a quest to help build more affordable housing. But with one bill in particular, its turned into an ugly fight.

One of Utah’s most wealthy counties, Summit County, is accusing the Utah Legislature of doing a “favor” for a developer, Dakota Pacific Real Estate, and usurping local control. A Republican lawmaker, Rep. Casey Snider, is accusing the county of being in “violation of state law” for not doing its part to address affordable housing. It’s turned into an ugly public debate.