Inspired by her daughters, Utah lawmaker will keep fighting to update how consent is taught in schools

Rep. Carol Spackman Moss said her bill would give students tools to protect themselves.

(Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) Rep. Carol Spackman Moss, D-Holladay, pictured in February 2020, proposed a bill in the 2021 session relating to how consent is taught in Utah schools. The House Education Committee voted Monday, Feb. 8, 2021, to hold the bill in committee.

Inspired by her daughters, Utah lawmaker will keep fighting to update how consent is taught in schools

Rep. Carol Spackman Moss said her bill would give students tools to protect themselves.

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