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Christine Watkins
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Former Utah State Representative for District 69, mother to six great kids, wife of John, grandma to 10 darling grandchildren. Rural way of life advocate!
Carbon County, UtahJoined August 2011
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As of 7pm, the updated estimated acres on the #WilliamFire is approximately 400+. There are currently 13 engines, 2 water tenders, 2 dozers, 3 helicopters, and 6 air tankers working on containment. Pole Canyon Road is closed.
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It does NOT further the important cause of racial equality in our country. We are better than this.
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While the reason for the protests here and around the country may have been benign in their intent, the wanton destruction of property and endangerment of others amounts to little more than unrestrained lawlessness.
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Rest in Peace Coach Sloan. A totally awesome coach and man.
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PLEASE be extra vigilant this week to help #FlattenTheCurve. Otherwise, you will likely know somebody who has contracted #coronavirus by the end of the week and someone who has died of it within 30 days. #utpol
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Wondering what to do if #COVID19 is effecting your employment? DWS is deferring the work search requirement for workers separated from employment due to the virus. Visit the below link to find more information and resources: jobs.utah.gov #utpol
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Emery Telcom is offering free wifi to all families with school aged children until the end of May. Awesome local company! No excuses kiddos.
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Honored to have served with a great stateswoman. Sorry to lose you on the hill
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This morning I withdrew as a candidate for re-election to the Utah State Senate. For the past eight years I have been extremely honored to represent Senate District 7 on Utah’s Capitol Hill.
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In 2005, I passed a law making PRICE GAUGING ILLEGAL IN UTAH. The penalty for this offense is up to a $1,000 fine per incident. If you notice price gouging happening, contact the Utah Division of Consumer Protection: (801) 530-6601
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It was great to get to know Superintendent Sydnee Dickson. She is a great rural advocate.
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Great day visiting schools in Emery School District. Happy, engaged, students and teachers; school leaders persistently focused on improving student outcomes. #uted @TiffanyUTed @RepWatkins @albrecht
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People say “well what did people do before vaccines/antibiotics/pasteurisation?” as if that’s an argument for going natural.
They died, Carol. A lot of people died.
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On behalf of the 3+ million citizens of the State of Utah: HAPPY BIRTHDAY ! Thank you for proving that you can be both a transcendent athlete and an even better human being. #TakeNote
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I really enjoyed the dialogue and concern for our rural part of Utah.
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I appreciated meeting with Rep. Christine Watkins, Sen. David Hinkins and Green River Mayor Travis Bacon during our trip to southeastern Utah. Thanks for taking time to share thoughts about the needs in this part of Utah! @RepWatkins @utahsenate @UtahReps #utpol #greenriverutah
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Dollar Ridge fire from the other side of the mountain, mine. So sad.
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Dollar Ridge Fire burns 40,469 acres, hundreds of homes evacuated in Duchesne County via.fox13now.com/UVdCx via
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Please be vigilant and firewise this summer. We must exercise every caution to prevent disastrous wildfires like this one.
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We've been watching the huge cloud of smoke over the mountain. New fire by Strawberry Reservoir.
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Grand Opening of incredible Moab Airport.
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Heartfelt condolences to our dear friend Sen. Jake Garn at the passing of his sweet wife Kathleen. We are grateful for her life of service and devotion. She will be missed.
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In case you haven’t heard, the UTA name change has been called off. Oh, and it was never going to cost $50 million. #utpol
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I loved this bill. Proud mother of "Free Range" children. twitter.com/braddaw/status
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Snowing in Carbon County, finally !
Got to love Spring in Utah.
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Today we are saddened by the news that Former Rep. Carl Duckworth passed away. He was the husband of and a legislator for 10 years. He was always kind and friendly to all, and an advocate for hardworking Utahns. Our condolences to his family. We’ll miss you carl.
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#utleg passed HB 258, Women’s Cancer Screening Notification Amendments, during the 2018 session. It provides women in Utah with the results of mammography that could save lives: goo.gl/FVYv26.
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40 attorneys working pro bono to help people clear their criminal records so they can get housing and jobs, at . #OperationRioGrande #expungementday @MayorBenMcAdams
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Today, I am announcing my retirement from the Utah Senate when my term ends this year. It is time for a new face... fb.me/2bfO8oEc0
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The unexpected death of Utah State Parks Director, Fred Hayes, is such a loss for all us. He was a passionate leader and incredibly insightful. Rest in peace my friend.
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Today I met with Duchesne and Uintah County Youth Coalitions. Each of these students were… instagram.com/p/BfwlyK-HYOE/
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Today I spoke on my bill “Special Designation of Route 6”. It passed out of the House and is on… instagram.com/p/BfrY2zCnW6K/
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I got to meet with some elementary students from Duchesne. It’s always a pleasure speaking with… instagram.com/p/BfhJuK1HmbG/
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Deadline extended to Feb 27 for students grades 9-12 to enter to win FREE ticket to in SLC! Don't throw away your shot!! tfaforms.com/4650344 #uted #utpol
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Last night I was able to attend a KUED event about the homeless population in Utah and some…
Today, in the House Chambers, we honored the families of 16 fallen soldiers. Pictured above are… instagram.com/p/BfRUS30HxJ7/
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Yesterday, my bill HB 212 (Business Expansion and Retention Initiative Amendments) passed… instagram.com/p/BfO5PmsHe8R/
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