Utah lawmakers passed 363 bills in last week. Two advocates say this is a problem.

Melarie Wheat and Elizabeth Vanderwerken think the legislative process is supposed to allow time for discussion and public input.

(Rick Bowmer | AP photo) The Utah House of Representatives is shown during the final night of the Utah Legislature, March 3, 2023, at the Utah State Capitol, in Salt Lake City.

Utah lawmakers passed 363 bills in last week. Two advocates say this is a problem.

Melarie Wheat and Elizabeth Vanderwerken think the legislative process is supposed to allow time for discussion and public input.

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