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Inconsistent threat assessments in Utah schools raise new concerns

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State leaders are raising concerns about flaws in how Utah schools handle credible threats to student safety. During a Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice interim committee hearing Wednesday, lawmakers debated whether warning signs are being missed because of inconsistent threat assessments and unclear follow-up responsibilities.

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