February 24, 2022
Inspired in part by the Norwegian beach handball team — which protested requirements that they wear bikinis as uniforms — the Utah House passed a resolution to recognize modesty and religious freedom rights for student-athletes.
Utah first lady Abby Cox and Muslim Civic League executive director Luna Banuri joined HCR16 sponsor Rep. Candice Pierucci, R-Herriman, on the House floor on Thursday to speak in favor of the bill.
“Were there a competitive advantage to wearing a bikini, I’m sure the men would be wearing one also,” Pierucci said.