The Utah state Senate voted unanimously on Tuesday to effectively decriminalize ...
FILE PHOTO: The Utah state capitol is pictured on the first day of the legislative session in Salt Lake City, Utah, January 27, 2014. REUTERS/Jim Urquhart
The Republican-sponsored bill easing the law on polygamy, a practice with deep religious roots in the predominantly Mormon Western state, now moves to the Utah House of Representatives, where it is likely to face greater resistance. If the newly passed Senate bill becomes law, punishments for plural marriage would be limited to fines of up to $750 and community service. No jail time could be imposed.
The legislation also would make it easier for otherwise law-abiding polygamists to obtain access to critical services such as medical or mental health care, education or even employment without fear.
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