Category Archives: Senator Robles
Happy Birthday Senator Luz Robles!!
The Utah Senate sang “Happy Birthday” to Senator Robles this morning on the floor of the Utah Senate. Happy Birthday from all of us in the Utah Senate Democratic Caucus!
Senator Luz Robles – Soldiers could have property taxes waived
From the Salt Lake Tribune
by Lee Davidson
Members of the military who deploy out-of-state would have their property taxes waived temporarily under a proposal in the Legislature.
The Senate Revenue and Taxation Committee on Wednesday unanimously approved both SJR8 and SB116 and sent them to the full Senate. SJR8 is a constitutional amendment — which must pass by two-thirds majorities in both houses and be approved by voters — to allow the change, and SB116 is a statute needed to implement it.
“This will certainly make a big difference” to the families of military members who are deployed away from home, said Sen. Luz Robles, D-Salt Lake City, who is sponsoring the legislation. “We felt this would be a great opportunity to say thanks to them.”
To read the rest of the story, click here.
Senator Robles Working for Utah’s veterans
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For more information, contact:
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Senator Luz Robles presents bills supporting the men and women of the military
SALT LAKE CITY, January 24, 2012 – Senator Luz Robles, D—Salt Lake City (District 1) will present two pieces of legislation that will affect Utah’s military personnel. The bills will be presented to the Senate Revenue & Taxation Committee today, and will expand a property tax exemption to military members who have performed military service in a combat zone.
“Utah’s men and women who serve in the military make a tremendous sacrifice on behalf of our country,” said Senator Robles. “I think it’s important that we do whatever we can to help them here at home. Extending certain property tax exceptions to qualified military personnel is one way we can do that.”
Robles’ two bills will be heard at the 4:00 pm committee in Room 250 at the State Capitol
SJR008 Joint Resolution on Property Tax Exemption for Military Personnel
SB0116 Armed Forces Property Tax Exemption
Who: Senator Luz Robles
What: Presentation of SJR008 and SB0116
Where: State Capitol, Room 250
When: 4:00pm
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Par Excellence Award for Senator Robles
Yesterday, Senator Luz Robles received the 2011 Par Excellence Award from the University of Utah Alumni Association. Senator Robles has a bachelor’s degree in business marketing and a master’s degree in public administration from the University. Only three years after completing her education, she was elected to the Utah State Senate, District One. She is currently vice president and Hispanic/Latino market manager at Zions Bank. Click here to read all about Senator Robles’ Par Excellence Award.
CONGRATULATIONS, SENATOR ROBLES!
Sen. Luz Robles’ Immigration Legislation Profiled in Deseret News
Courtesy: Deseret News
The Deseret News takes an in-depth look at Sen. Luz Robles’ efforts to pass SB60, her immigration accountability legislation.
Watch – Senator Luz Robles Updates her Immigration Legislation (SB 60)
Sen. Luz Robles gives an update on her immigration legislation (SB 60) at the Democrats Weekly Media Briefing.
Sen. Robles Adds Republican Rep. Jeremy Peterson as House Sponsor of Immigration Bill
Sen. Luz Robles and Rep. Jeremy Peterson are working together to pass immigration legislation during this session.
Sen. Robles’ Immigration Bill Could Serve as National Model
The Deseret News reports that Sen. Luz Robles’ immigration bill is unique on the national landscape and, if it passes, could serve as an effective model for other states.
Video: Senator Robles Discusses Her Immigration Proposal
Senator Luz Robles talks about her immigration proposal with Utah Policy.com Managing Editor Bryan Schott.
Congratulations to Senator Robles for your Influential Utahn Recognition for 2010
by Senator Ross Romero
Senator Minority Whip
Senator Luz Robles is ranked #5 among the most influential Utahns for 2010 in today’s Deseret News. 
“With immigration arguably being the most hot-button issue of 2010, Utah Senator Luz Robles became the voice for Utah Latinos when she introduced her own immigration legislation in response to the many other proposals by Utah legislators. The first immigrant state senator in Utah, Robles proved this year that she’s not just a face but a leader for the state’s fastest growing population.”
Senator Robles has worked diligently the past two years for Utah and especially for her constituents in District One, advocating for health care, business development, and immigration reform. Congratulations, senator, for your outstanding effort.
