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Lawmakers made it clear Wednesday they want a say in interstate agreements that now require only the governor's sign-off.
The House gave final approval to SB144 on a 54-18 vote. Following the Senate's earlier 25-3 approval, the bill enjoys a veto-proof margin.
Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. has stopped short of threatening a veto, but has made it clear he is "not comfortable" with the legislation, said a spokeswoman.
"The executive branch needs some flexibility and autonomy outside of the legislative session," said spokeswoman Lisa Roskelley.
Lawmakers have said the bill is not a response to any specific interstate agreement, though they were critical last year when Huntsman joined California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and others in the Western Regional Climate Action Initiative, promising to reduce greenhouse gases.
"The power of the purse resides exclusively with this body," said Majority Leader Dave Clark. "I'm unwilling to give up that responsibility even in incremental amounts."
The bill does have exceptions for emergencies, such as the Crandall Canyon mine disaster.
SB144
Would require that lawmakers sign off on interstate deals made by the governor.
Next step: May be challenged by Gov. Huntsman.