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Utah Legislative Analysis

Last updated Feb 01, 2026, 08:15 PM

Your personalized snapshot of what's moving in Utah: key legislation, voting activity, and bills that matter.

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UT Analysis

60-Second Briefing

What you need to know about Utah right now

EducationHealthTaxes

Recent Vote

HB0040 voted 70-1 in the House

Health Bill to Watch

HB0015: Medicaid Expansion Amendments

Hot Topics

Education and Health legislation seeing the most activity this session

Bills Tracked

Introduced

Passed

Enacted

Why This Matters

How Utah legislation affects you

1
Utah's legislature is actively considering 50 bills this session, with key policy areas driving the most activity.
2
Education legislation may affect school funding, curriculum, or higher education costs.
3
Healthcare bills could change insurance coverage, Medicaid access, or hospital regulations.
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Legislative momentum is building: 4 passed at least one chamber. These changes take effect soon.
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Residents should stay informed on legislative changes that could affect daily life or business operations.

Utah Quick Guide

Common questions about Utah legislation

Who represents me in Utah?

Governor

Spencer Cox

Attorney General

Derek Brown

Lt. Governor

Deidre Henderson

How does Utah's legislature work?

Utah's legislature consists of two chambers: the State Senate and the State Assembly/House. Bills must pass both chambers before reaching the Governor's desk. Currently tracking 50 bills in this session.

What are the top issues in Utah right now?

Based on recent legislative activity, the most active topics are: Education, Health, Taxes. Use the filters below to explore bills by topic.

How do I stay updated on Utah legislation?

This digest is updated regularly as bills progress. Major actions like committee votes, floor votes, and gubernatorial action are captured within hours. Bookmark this page or sign up for alerts to track specific bills.

Utah at a Glance

Current session overview

Total Bills

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Passed

Enacted

Legislative Progress

Bills moving through the process

Introduced

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Recent bills in Utah

50 bills match your filter • Always verify the official text

HB0001

Public Education Base Budget Amendments

Last action: Jan 31, 2026

Passed

Public Education Base Budget Amendments

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Sponsors

Stephen Whyte[R] Heidi Balderree[R]

Key Points

This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
Sponsored by Stephen Whyte (Republican)
Voted 28-0 in the Senate
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Voting Record

House

Jan 28, 2026

Yea71

Nay0

NV: 0 | Abs: 4

Senate

Jan 29, 2026

Yea28

Nay0

NV: 0 | Abs: 1

Sources:LegiScan State Legislature PDF Text

HB0005

Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Environmental Quality Base Budget

Last action: Jan 31, 2026

Passed

Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Environmental Quality Base Budget

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Sponsors

Stewart Barlow[R] David Hinkins[R]

Key Points

This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
Sponsored by Stewart Barlow (Republican)
Voted 27-0 in the Senate
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Voting Record

House

Jan 28, 2026

Yea71

Nay0

NV: 0 | Abs: 4

Senate

Jan 29, 2026

Yea27

Nay0

NV: 0 | Abs: 2

Sources:LegiScan State Legislature PDF Text

HB0006

Criminal Justice Base Budget

Last action: Jan 31, 2026

Passed

Criminal Justice Base Budget

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Sponsors

Matthew Gwynn[R] Brady Brammer[R]

Key Points

This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
Sponsored by Matthew Gwynn (Republican)
Voted 26-0 in the Senate
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Voting Record

House

Jan 28, 2026

Yea74

Nay0

NV: 0 | Abs: 1

Senate

Jan 29, 2026

Yea26

Nay0

NV: 0 | Abs: 3

Sources:LegiScan State Legislature PDF Text

HB0007

Social Services Base Budget

Last action: Jan 31, 2026

Passed

Social Services Base Budget

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Sponsors

Raymond Ward[R] Keven Stratton[R]

Key Points

This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
Sponsored by Raymond Ward (Republican)
Voted 26-0 in the Senate
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Voting Record

House

Jan 28, 2026

Yea73

Nay0

NV: 0 | Abs: 2

Senate

Jan 29, 2026

Yea26

Nay0

NV: 0 | Abs: 3

Sources:LegiScan State Legislature PDF Text

HB0040

Utah Construction Trades Licensing Act Amendments

Last action: Jan 30, 2026

Engrossed

Utah Construction Trades Licensing Act Amendments

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Sponsors

Thomas Peterson[R] Evan Vickers[R]

Key Points

Sponsored by Thomas Peterson (Republican)
Voted 70-1 in the House
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Voting Record

House

Jan 30, 2026

Yea70

Nay1

NV: 0 | Abs: 4

Sources:LegiScan State Legislature PDF Text

HB0016

Solar Power Plant Amendments

Last action: Jan 23, 2026

Engrossed

Solar Power Plant Amendments

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Sponsors

Colin Jack[R] David Hinkins[R]

Key Points

Sponsored by Colin Jack (Republican)
Voted 5-0 in the Senate
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Voting Record

House

Jan 23, 2026

Yea61

Nay8

NV: 0 | Abs: 6

Senate

Jan 30, 2026

Yea5

Nay0

NV: 0 | Abs: 3

Sources:LegiScan State Legislature PDF Text

HB0017

Public Infrastructure District Meeting Amendments

Last action: Jan 23, 2026

Engrossed

Public Infrastructure District Meeting Amendments

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Sponsors

Doug Welton[R] Brady Brammer[R]

Key Points

Sponsored by Doug Welton (Republican)
Voted 5-0 in the Senate
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Voting Record

House

Jan 23, 2026

Yea70

Nay0

NV: 0 | Abs: 5

Senate

Jan 30, 2026

Yea5

Nay0

NV: 0 | Abs: 3

Sources:LegiScan State Legislature PDF Text

HB0033

Political Signs Amendments

Last action: Jan 23, 2026

Engrossed

Political Signs Amendments

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Sponsors

Jordan Teuscher[R] Evan Vickers[R]

Key Points

Sponsored by Jordan Teuscher (Republican)
Voted 7-0 in the Senate
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Voting Record

House

Jan 23, 2026

Yea72

Nay0

NV: 0 | Abs: 3

Senate

Jan 28, 2026

Yea7

Nay0

Sources:LegiScan State Legislature PDF Text

HB0052

Tribal Endorsement of Utah Driver License Amendments

Last action: Jan 22, 2026

Engrossed

Tribal Endorsement of Utah Driver License Amendments

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Sponsors

Cory Maloy[R] Brady Brammer[R]

Key Points

Sponsored by Cory Maloy (Republican)
Voted 6-0 in the Senate
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Voting Record

House

Jan 22, 2026

Yea73

Nay0

NV: 0 | Abs: 2

Senate

Jan 27, 2026

Yea6

Nay0

NV: 0 | Abs: 2

Sources:LegiScan State Legislature PDF Text

HB0053

Community Rehabilitation Program Amendments

Last action: Jan 22, 2026

Engrossed

Community Rehabilitation Program Amendments

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Sponsors

Grant Miller[D] Brady Brammer[R]

Key Points

Sponsored by Grant Miller (Democrat)
Voted 5-0 in the Senate
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Voting Record

House

Jan 22, 2026

Yea75

Nay0

Senate

Jan 28, 2026

Yea5

Nay0

NV: 0 | Abs: 2

Sources:LegiScan State Legislature PDF Text

Sources & neutrality

Sources used

LegiScan (bill metadata, roll calls, links)
NGA (governor roster)
NAAG (attorney general roster)
NASS (chief election official roster)
Open States (legislator roster)

Disclaimer

We summarize for clarity. Always check the official text before acting, and verify dates/status directly on the state site.