Overview
- Utah's HB77 bans the display of LGBTQ+ pride flags and other non-approved flags in public schools and government buildings, effective May 7, 2025.
- The law imposes a $500 daily fine for violations and permits only specific flags, including the U.S. flag, state flag, and military flags.
- Governor Spencer Cox expressed concerns about the law's scope but allowed it to proceed, citing a likely veto override by the Republican-controlled legislature.
- Salt Lake City has responded with nightly rainbow light displays on government buildings, and city attorneys are exploring legal options.
- The Sundance Film Festival announced its move to Boulder, Colorado, citing ethos and equity values, intensifying the cultural and economic impact of the law.