Temporary changes made in Senate leadership

SALT LAKE CITY — Temporary changes in Utah Senate leadership were announced Thursday because of health considerations for Senate Majority Leader Ralph Okerlund, R-Monroe.Okerlund has begun the process of being evaluated by doctors for potential heart and kidney transplants, an intensive medical process that requires more of his time and attention, according to a statement released by the Senate majority.Sen. Kevin Van Tassell, R-Vernal, will serve as majority leader until Okerlund's return