Budget & Taxes

signed · Utah · House Mar 13, 2026

HB 46: Taxpayer Information Sharing Amendments

HB 46 allows Utah's Driver License Division to share specific driver license information - such as a person's name, license number, and current residential address - with county assessors. This data can only be used to verify whether property owners qualify for residential property tax exemptions. The bill strictly prohibits county assessors from using this information for any other purpose. It makes technical updates to existing laws governing data sharing between the Driver License Division and county assessors.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEnables verification of property tax exemptions, directly supporting tax relief for qualifying homeowners per bill's purpose and subjects.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

in committee · Utah · Senate Mar 7, 2026

SB 285: Uninsured Children Dental Care Amendments

SB 285 creates a new "Uninsured Children Dental Care Restricted Account" within Utah's General Fund and appropriates $5 million for fiscal year 2027 to fund dental care for uninsured children. The bill directs the University of Utah School of Dentistry's Oral Health Assistance Program to provide these services across all counties. Funds are nonlapsing for FY2027-28, with excess amounts over $200,000 lapsing to the General Fund starting FY2028-29. This bill directly affects uninsured children in Utah by expanding access to dental care through a dedicated funding mechanism.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $5M from General Fund for uninsured children's dental care, directly increasing state spending on public health services per budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill appropriates $5M for dental care services for uninsured children, directly expanding access to health services and funding a healthcare program.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · Utah · Senate Mar 7, 2026

SB 75: Educator Salary Adjustment Eligibility

SB 75 defines eligibility for annual educator salary adjustments by requiring a license from the Division of Professional Licensing and a position as a social worker or registered nurse in an educational setting. The bill mandates that the Legislature annually appropriate funds for these adjustments, though actual funding remains subject to budget constraints. It directly affects licensed social workers and registered nurses employed in educational roles by establishing their eligibility for potential salary increases. The bill does not guarantee specific raises but creates a framework for future budget allocations to address retention and recruitment. (Note: This bill is procedural in nature, defining eligibility criteria rather than implementing new policy.)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates annual appropriations for educator salary adjustments, directly funding specific education roles within budget constraints.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates annual appropriations for educator salary adjustments, establishing eligibility for licensed school social workers/nurses, directly supporting educator compensation in K-12 settings.92% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates annual appropriations for salary adjustments for licensed social workers and RNs in schools, directly advancing wage standards for specific educational workers.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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failed · Utah · Senate Mar 7, 2026

SB 78: Property Tax Relief Amendments

SB 78 modifies Utah's property tax relief programs, effective 2027, primarily affecting renters, homeowners, and elderly property owners. It expands eligibility for a renter's credit and adds a two-year recency requirement for homeowner credits and indigent abatements, while prohibiting multiple forms of relief (with exceptions). Key changes include removing annual inflation adjustments for homeowner credits, extending delinquency periods to 10 years for seniors 70+, and setting a 6% interest rate for seniors 65+. The bill also requires counties to provide clearer information about deferral programs and tax relief options on official notices.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly expands renter tax credit eligibility and modifies relief programs to provide tax relief, directly advancing property tax relief for target groups per bill title and summary.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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failed · Utah · Senate Mar 7, 2026

SB 97: Tax Revenue Amendments

SB 97 limits how much surplus funds cities and counties can accumulate in their general funds (capping it at 25% of annual revenue) and changes residential property tax rules. It restricts property tax exemptions to one primary residence per household, requires homeowners to reapply for exemptions if ownership changes or eligibility is questioned, and creates a presumption that business-owned property doesn't qualify for residential exemptions. The bill also prohibits using property tax revenue for capital improvement reserves after a set date and adjusts how property value increases are counted for tax calculations. These changes directly affect local governments managing tax revenues and homeowners seeking property tax exemptions.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts property tax exemptions (one primary residence limit, reapplication requirement) and caps local surplus funds, limiting tax relief and revenue flexibility per tax policy indicators.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · Utah · Senate Mar 7, 2026

SB 214: Home-based Childcare Solutions

SB 214 creates a $2.3 million grant program (funded from the General Fund) to expand home-based childcare capacity in Utah. It requires home-based childcare providers caring for qualifying children (under 13 years old or with disabilities, not related to the provider) to register with the state, updates criminal background check requirements, and ensures funds remain available ("non-lapsing"). The bill directly affects home-based childcare providers who serve these children, with key provisions including mandatory registration, revised background checks, and the new grant program to help providers increase their capacity.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $2.3M from General Fund to expand childcare services, directly increasing public service funding under state budget appropriations.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · Utah · Senate Mar 7, 2026

SB 223: Sales and Use Tax Exemptions Modifications

SB 223 modifies Utah's sales and use tax exemptions to support renewable energy infrastructure development. It extends the tax exemption for equipment used to expand existing alternative energy power plants (like solar, wind, or geothermal facilities) and adds a new exemption for equipment that increases capacity at electric energy storage facilities (such as battery systems). This directly affects businesses building or upgrading renewable energy projects by reducing their upfront costs for qualifying equipment. The bill also includes minor technical adjustments to tax code definitions but does not appropriate new state funds.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax exemptions for renewable energy equipment, reducing business costs via tax relief, directly advancing tax policy for fiscal support.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExtends tax exemptions for renewable energy equipment and storage, reducing costs to advance clean energy infrastructure development.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill extends tax exemptions for renewable energy equipment (solar, wind, geothermal) and energy storage, directly promoting clean energy infrastructure development and reducing financial barriers for environmental projects.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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failed · Utah · House Mar 7, 2026

HB 170: School Board Referendum Amendments

HB 170 amends Utah's laws to establish a clearer process for school district residents to hold referendums on certain school board decisions. Specifically, it allows voters who live within a school district to petition for a vote on laws passed by their local school board that increase taxes or create new taxes, subject to limited exceptions. The bill defines key terms related to referendums and makes technical updates to existing statutes, but does not appropriate new funding or create new financial obligations. This directly affects school district residents seeking to challenge tax-related decisions through a voter referendum.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill requires voter approval for school tax increases, restricting school boards' authority to enact tax changes without public consent.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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signed · Utah · Senate Feb 1, 2026

SB 6: Transportation and Infrastructure Base Budget

SB 6 is a state budget bill allocating $333.6 million for Utah's transportation and infrastructure operations in fiscal year 2026, and $3.8 billion for fiscal year 2027. It specifies funding sources including $54 million from the General Fund for 2026 and $165 million from the General Fund for 2027, covering agency operations, capital projects, and infrastructure needs. The bill directs funds to state agencies like the Department of Transportation and specifies allocations for projects such as the Ogden office building and capital improvements, without changing policy or directly affecting citizens.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $333.6M for transportation infrastructure via General Fund, directly funding public services under state budget management.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates $333.6M (2026) and $3.8B (2027) specifically for transportation infrastructure operations, capital projects, and agency funding per bill summary.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · Utah · Senate Feb 1, 2026

SB 1: Higher Education Base Budget

SB 1 allocates $44.5 million for Utah's public higher education institutions for fiscal year 2026 and $3.08 billion for 2027, funding operations, instruction, research, and specific programs. It directs funds from the General Fund, Income Tax Fund, and other sources to institutions like the University of Utah (including its School of Medicine, cancer research, and hospital) and Utah State University (covering veterinary medicine, dentistry, and career education). The bill specifies detailed budget breakdowns for departments such as academic support, student services, and initiatives like the Poison Control Center. This funding directly supports the day-to-day operations and strategic priorities of Utah's public universities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $3.08B from General/Income Tax Funds to public higher education, directly increasing state budget funding for essential education programs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $3.08B for 2027 higher education operations, instruction, and research at public institutions, directly funding core educational functions.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes