Are you looking for ways to increase your knowledge of local government operations? Government can seem complex sometimes. How do things work? How are the City Council and staff structured? How do businesses come in? Each month, we will publish bite-size informational pieces to help you understand how your government operates.

Certain topic you would like to see covered in these pieces? Email communications@herriman.org. Just note Gov 101 in the subject line and then list your interests in the body.

January - The Legislative Session

The 45-day state legislative session occurs each year starting in January. Hundreds of bills that have been worked on throughout the year are proposed, discussed, negotiated, and voted on at the state capitol. Your City Council and staff members, led by Government Affairs, work with residents and legislators all year long to make sure Herriman's voice is heard at the state level. During the session, we track dozens of bills that affect our priorities and work with the key decision makers.