Fox 13, February 9, 2010, Cell phone restriction bill clears first hurdle with Senate committee
"Sen. Ross Romero initially proposed the ban to prohibit drivers 17 and younger to use cell phones. "I've heard from a lot of parents who are saying, 'we think it's a good, reasonable restriction that will help us as a family communicate the importance of not being distracted while you drive'," said Romero."
Local News 8, Feb 1, 2010, Poll: Many favor cell phone ban while driving
"Last week state Sen. Ross Romero, a Salt Lake City Democrat, introduced a bill to ban cell phone use by drivers who are under 18."
Salt Lake Tribune, Feb 1, 2010, Poll: Utahns want cell phone users to shut up and drive
"Sen. Ross Romero, D-Salt Lake City, on Thursday introduced a ban on phone use by under-18 drivers. "
KCPW, Jun 17, 2009, Ethics Committee Continues Working Toward Reform
"...Democrats continue to push for an independent ethics commission. [Sen.] Killpack calls such a commission a "pipe dream," but Democratic Senator Ross Romero maintains that it would be an important reform."
KSL.com, May 18th, 2009, Herbert: Huntsman leaving big shoes to fill
"Obviously, there's a bit of apprehension in understanding what will be their priorities and how inclusive they will be. I do take him at his word that he wants to hear from diverse voices and they will be part of his discussions," said Sen. Ross Romero, D-Salt Lake City."
Deseret News, Sunday, March 15, 2009, Capitol's now silent, but there were many standouts
Mr. Nice Guy: Lots of them, but the standouts include Sen. Brent Goodfellow, Sen. David Hinkins, Sen. Pete Knudson, Rep. Fred Hunsaker, Rep. Douglas Aagard, and Sen. Ross Romero.
iStockAnalyst, March 11, 2009, BRIEF: Senate Alters Climate-Change Bill
A bill that would require economic studies for any climate-change actions cleared the Senate on Wednesday, but not without some tweaking. Sen. Ross Romero, D-Salt Lake City, successfully amended HB412 to narrow its focus to executive actions and orders rather than bills and resolutions introduced by lawmakers.
Deseret News, 03/01/2009, 2009 legislative session 'kinder and gentler'
Senate Minority Whip Ross Romero, D-Salt Lake, said he has been pleased with "the opportunity to be included" in not only Republican budget discussions but even invited in at times to talk to reporters during GOP leaders' media briefing.
Deseret News, 03/03/2009, Guns in cars gets protection
Sen. Ross Romero, D-Salt Lake, was one of the senators voting against the proposal, which during Monday debate he called a "fundamental infringement on the right of employers to control their own parking lots."
Deseret News, 03/04/2009, Senate approves resolution supporting nuclear power
Sen. Ross Romero, D-Salt Lake, who voted against the resolution, said he disagreed with its claims that nuclear power was cost-effective, viable and safe. "I don't think it has been adequately proven that we reprocess or recycle spent fuel properly," Romero said.
The Salt Lake Tribune, 02/26/2009, Grants OK'd for teaching math Singapore way
Sen. Ross Romero, D-Salt Lake City, said that given the state's budget shortfalls "this is not the time to create new programs."
Salt Lake City Weekly, 02/09/2009, Immigration: Immigration A-Team
Legislators hope a proposed “strike force” can help broker state immigration reform.
Deseret News, 02/23/2009, Senate suggests turning down heat, raising civility level
Sen. Ross Romero, D-Salt Lake, said "we as a body and as members have an obligation to refrain from personal attacks and mean-spiritedness."...."I would suggest we have a little bit more to do in reaching common ground and civility,"
Deseret News, 02/22/2009, Is Buttars' speech public, or private?
"We're cloaked with the privilege and responsibility to vote on bills … and debate issues," said Sen. Ross Romero, D-Salt Lake. "We have an obligation, particularly during the session, to act as representatives and senators of our state."
Salt Lake Tribune, 02/20/2009, Lawmakers propose private fund for to restrict abortion
Sen. Ross Romero, D-Salt Lake, voted against HB114, citing concern that the bill would "create a bad precedent" in setting up a privately funded account to deal with a public matter.
KCPW, Feb 13, 2009, Utah Democrats Challenge Teacher Competency Bill
Sen. Ross Romero pointed out a flaw in Buttars' logic. "Well, let me suggest that there are many examples, even in present times, where people have real world experience and are not successful," Romero said. "Businesses are failing in this country right now, with real world leaders of business."
Salt Lake Tribune, 02/12/2009, Teacher licensing bill moves forward in Utah Senate
"This bill really is an insult to education," said Sen. Ross Romero, D-Salt Lake City. "Teachers have a skill set that is unique, developed and is nurtured and trained. I think this bill expands the profession of teaching into a hobby of teaching."
Deseret News, Feb. 9, 2009, Senate salutes U. of U. football
Sen. Curtis Bramble, R-Provo, whose district includes the campus of Utah archrival Brigham Young University, offered his congratulations, and Sen. Ross Romero, D-Salt Lake, who represents the district that includes the University of Utah campus, said the team "makes our state proud."
