Utah Congressional Bills

passed · Utah · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SRES 701: A resolution designating the week of April 20 through 26, 2026, as "National Dark Sky Week".

This resolution designates the week of April 20 through 26, 2026, as National Dark Sky Week to highlight the importance of preserving the natural night sky. It encourages federal agencies, communities, and educators to promote awareness of dark sky preservation and its benefits for recreation, science, and wildlife. The bill also calls on individuals and organizations to adopt responsible lighting practices that reduce light pollution.

Topics ✓ Environment

in committee · Utah · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 4431: Time for Completion Act

The Time for Completion Act requires colleges to publicly report how many students finish their degree programs within specific timeframes, such as the normal duration, 150 percent, 200 percent, and 300 percent of the expected length. This reporting applies to both short and long programs and must be broken down by student type, including whether they are first-time or returning students and whether they attend full-time or part-time. The law also updates federal financial aid regulations to ensure these completion rates are included in institutional data used for determining eligibility and funding. By mandating consistent and visible display of these statistics, the bill aims to provide prospective students and families with clearer information about graduation timelines at higher education institutions.

Topics ✓ Education

in committee · Utah · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 4426: STOP Act

The STOP Act prohibits healthcare providers and others from performing gender transition procedures on minors under 18, with specific exceptions for treating disorders of sex development or addressing immediate physical dangers. This federal law defines "gender transition" broadly to include hormone treatments, surgeries, and puberty blockers, while imposing civil penalties of at least $100,000 for violations and allowing affected individuals to sue for damages. To support those seeking to reverse these procedures, the bill authorizes grants for nonprofit organizations to provide medical advice, mental health services, and educational assistance, while explicitly banning the use of these funds for gender transition treatments or most abortions.

Topics ✗ Healthcare

in committee · Utah · House Apr 29, 2026

HR 8225: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 111 South Tremont Street in Tremonton, Utah, as the "Sorensen-Estrada Post Office".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 111 South Tremont Street in Tremonton, Utah, as the "Sorensen-Estrada Post Office".

in committee · Utah · Senate Apr 28, 2026

S 4419: A bill to amend title 31, United States Code, to require only foreign entities to report beneficial ownership information, and for other purposes.

This bill amends existing U.S. laws to require only foreign-owned companies registered in the United States to report beneficial ownership information, while exempting domestic U.S. entities from these filing requirements. Under the new rules, foreign corporations must disclose details about their owners, but any beneficial owners who are U.S. persons will not be required to provide this data. Additionally, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network is directed to delete all previously collected ownership information related to U.S. persons while retaining records for non-U.S. individuals. The legislation effectively narrows the scope of the current reporting system to focus exclusively on foreign entities operating within the United States.

in committee · Utah · House Apr 28, 2026

HR 8550: To allow States to require payment of State fees related to boating as a condition for issuance of a vessel number and to collect such fees in conjunction with other fees related to vessel numbering.

This bill allows states to charge fees to boat owners when issuing vessel registration numbers. The collected funds can be used for specific purposes such as search and rescue, boater safety programs, and efforts to control aquatic invasive species. States are permitted to collect these fees alongside other standard registration charges. The legislation also restricts how the money can be spent, ensuring it is only used for activities that directly benefit recreational boating and waterway safety.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Environment ✓ Transportation

passed · Utah · House Apr 28, 2026

HR 4930: To expand the sharing of information with respect to suspected violations of intellectual property rights in trade.

This bill amends rules for sharing information about suspected intellectual property violations in trade. It requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection to have a reasonable suspicion before sharing data, and permits sharing nonpublic details with online marketplaces, shipping companies, freight forwarders, and other entities involved in U.S. merchandise imports. It also allows CBP to share such information with additional parties (e.g., importers or rights holders) as determined appropriate by the Commissioner. The changes aim to improve coordination between enforcement and industry for intellectual property protection.

in committee · Utah · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 4390: Ending Discrimination in Government Contracting Act

This bill, known as the Ending Discrimination in Government Contracting Act, aims to remove specific preferences and goals based on race, ethnicity, or gender from federal government contracting laws. It directly affects small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, women, and veterans by eliminating their special status in many federal programs. The key mechanism involves repealing or amending numerous existing statutes to stop the government from prioritizing these specific groups when awarding contracts or providing financial assistance. Additionally, the bill mandates that federal agencies update their internal rules and guidance documents to ensure they no longer require or encourage contractors to consider the race, ethnicity, or sex of business owners. By making these changes, the legislation seeks to standardize how federal contracts are awarded without regard to the demographic background of the business owners.

Topics ✗ Veterans

in committee · Utah · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8524: Kenya Merritt Renewing our PACT Act of 2026

This bill, titled the Kenya Merritt Renewing our PACT Act of 2026, establishes a legal presumption that specific diseases are caused by exposure to open burn pits and other toxic hazards for certain federal employees. It directly affects workers in departments such as Defense, State, and Homeland Security who spent at least 30 days in foreign contingency operations on or after August 2, 1990. Under the new rules, eligible employees can receive disability or death compensation for listed illnesses without needing to prove that the disease was recorded during their time of exposure. The Secretary of Labor is tasked with maintaining an updated list of covered diseases and submitting a progress report to Congress within one year of the law's enactment.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Veterans

in committee · Utah · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8497: Supporting Energy and Economic Development (SEED) Act

The Supporting Energy and Economic Development (SEED) Act extends tax credits for biodiesel and renewable diesel production through 2029. It prevents taxpayers from receiving both the production credit and the fuel use credit for the same fuel, ensuring only one benefit is claimed. These changes apply to fuel sold or used after the bill becomes law.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

Mike Carey (R) · 17 co-sponsors

signed · Utah · House Apr 27, 2026

HJRES 140: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to Public Land Order No. 7917 for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis Counties, MN.

HJRES 140 is a procedural resolution seeking congressional disapproval of a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) rule published in the Federal Register (88 Fed. Reg. 6308, January 31, 2023). The resolution targets Public Land Order No. 7917, which proposed withdrawing federal lands in Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis Counties, Minnesota. If passed, this resolution would block the BLM rule from taking effect by invoking the disapproval process under Chapter 8 of Title 5, U.S. Code. It directly affects the implementation of the land withdrawal proposal but does not alter the underlying land status or create new policy.

Topics ✗ Environment

in committee · Utah · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 4371: TECH Act

The TECH Act allows qualified technical schools to apply for the same federal funding as traditional two-year and four-year colleges. To make this happen, the bill requires government agencies to update their rules and application forms so these technical schools can participate in specific grant programs for student support and workforce training. A technical school must offer approved career training programs that lead to recognized credentials in high-demand fields like healthcare or manufacturing to qualify. This change aims to help these schools compete more fairly for financial resources while ensuring they prepare students for essential jobs.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Technology

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