"We knew we would have some issues," Alter said. But he said it remains to be seen whether moving to a shorter workweek is a good idea for the state. "If we save as much or more than they say we will, it will be worth it. It not, maybe it's not worth the disruption."

More information on new workweek

• Governor's office hotline: 801-538-1808

• State services exempted from Friday closures: governor.utah.gov

• State services available online: utah.gov

Source: Governor's office

Some entities exempt from 4-day workweek

• Capitol tours
• Corrections
• Utah Highway Patrol
• Road construction/snow removal/traffic operations
• Tax collections
• Unemployment checks
• Financial examiners
• Liquor stores/warehouse
• Book/art collections
• Salt Lake Clinic
• Microbiology/newborn blood screening
• Fleet fueling stations
• Building maintenance
• Internal mail

• Travel office
Source: Governor's office

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