Legislative feeding frenzy: How special interests use free food to get face time with Utah lawmakers

A range of groups provides meals, snacks, events and receptions during the 45-day session.

(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) Tourism Day is held in the Rotunda at the Utah Capitol on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024. Many lobbying and special interests get face time with Utah legislators with free food.

Legislative feeding frenzy: How special interests use free food to get face time with Utah lawmakers

A range of groups provides meals, snacks, events and receptions during the 45-day session.

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