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This concurrent resolution affirms Utah's state sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment, emphasizing the state's right to control its energy policies and resist federal overreach. The resolution highlights the constitutional principle of federalism, which reserves powers not explicitly granted to the federal government to the states, and specifically focuses on energy policy as a critical area where states should have primary decision-making authority. It references the recent Loper Bright Supreme Court decision, which eliminated the Chevron doctrine of judicial deference to federal agency interpretations, as support for state autonomy. The resolution calls on the federal government to limit its energy regulation to interstate commerce and national security matters, while urging federal agencies to consult meaningfully with states before implementing energy-related policies. Key demands include creating formal mechanisms for state input in federal energy policy decisions, reviewing existing federal regulations for legal authorization, and respecting states' superior understanding of local geographic, economic, and environmental conditions. As a final step, the resolution directs that copies be sent to key federal government leaders, including the President, congressional leadership, and Utah's congressional delegation, to formally communicate the state's position on energy policy sovereignty.

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