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Commentary: Legal gambling would be better than Utah’s tax ‘modernization’

(Rick Bowmer | AP file photo) In this Sept. 12, 2018, file photo, Utah Gov. Gary Herbert speaks during a news conference at the Utah state Capitol in Salt Lake City. Herbert wants to add new sales taxes on services while cutting the overall rate to the tune of $200 million, part of a reform effort he says will be a "heavy lift" but is essential for the state's economic future. Herbert outlined the idea Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, while introducing his plan for the state's $19 billion budget.