Summarizing key economic linkages between Utah and the federal government
Data Summaries
Utah/Federal Government Nexus Summary Briefs
Nearly 130 years ago, Utah became the 45th state in the nation. This long battle for statehood set in motion a beneficial and, at times, tumultuous relationship between the U.S. government and the Beehive State. Among other national contributions, Utah settled vast acreages of land, led out on women’s suffrage, provided raw materials for the building of the nation, served as the connection point for the transcontinental railroad, supported two World Wars, and, more recently, emerged as one of the nation’s most successful and dynamic economies.
As federal policies shift and spending priorities are reevaluated, it is more important than ever for state and local leaders to have access to summary briefs covering the scope and scale of Utah’s economic relationship with the federal government.
To aid Utah’s decision-makers, the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute has produced a series of publications examining key aspects of the Utah/federal government nexus. These briefs provide data and insights on 12 critical topics covering how federal activity shapes Utah’s economy and public services.
