All Roll Calls
Yes: 113 • No: 18
UtahH.B. 3142026 General SessionHouseWALLET
Firearm Purchase Amendments
Sponsored By: Matt MacPherson (Republican)
Signed by Governor
Background ChecksLaw Enforcement and Criminal JusticePublic SafetyDepartment of Public SafetyWeaponsBureau of Criminal Identification
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
7 provisions identified: 4 benefits, 1 costs, 2 mixed.
Free safety brochure and gun lock
Beginning May 6, 2026, dealers must give a free firearm safety brochure to customers. They must also hand out a cable‑style gun lock at purchase for shotguns, short‑barreled shotguns, rifles, short‑barreled rifles, and other guns not already required by federal law to include a lock.
Stronger privacy and record rights
Beginning May 6, 2026, if you are approved, the bureau may not keep your background‑check record for more than 30 days after the dealer’s request. The bureau keeps a 12‑month log with the dealer’s federal firearms number, the transaction number, and the date. The bureau must set rules to protect identity, confidentiality, and record security to match federal Brady Act standards. If you are denied, you can review and challenge your criminal history under Section 53‑10‑108.
Sales to licensed dealers skip checks
Beginning May 6, 2026, dealer background checks do not apply when selling a firearm to a Federal Firearms Licensee. Licensed‑to‑licensed sales have fewer steps and can move faster.
Quick police alerts on denied buyers
Beginning May 6, 2026, if a check shows someone is prohibited, the bureau must tell police within 24 hours. It must notify police where the dealer is and where the person lives. No notice is sent when the person is barred only because of a temporary restricted listing.
Stricter ID for gun purchases
Beginning May 6, 2026, dealers must see one state‑issued photo ID to sell or transfer a gun. Dealers may not accept a Utah driving privilege card as ID for this purpose. If you rely on that card, you will need a different accepted ID to buy from a dealer.
Background check fees and exemptions
Beginning May 6, 2026, dealers charge a background‑check fee and send the money to the bureau by the end of the next month. If you present a valid concealed firearm permit (standard or provisional) and the dealer verifies it, you skip both the check and the fee. Temporary permits do not qualify. Law enforcement officers can skip the fee once every 24 months for a personal off‑duty gun with a good‑standing letter and current ID.
Background checks and approval before sale
Beginning May 6, 2026, licensed dealers must run a criminal background check before selling a gun. Dealers must wait for bureau approval before transferring a firearm. Dealers send and receive requests by phone or electronic systems. The bureau checks criminal and other records, gives a unique transaction number, and responds quickly or explains any delay.
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Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Matt MacPherson
Republican • House
Cosponsors
Keven J. Stratton
Republican • Senate
Roll Call Votes
Senate vote • 2/20/2026
Senate/ passed 3rd reading
Yes: 18 • No: 6
Senate vote • 2/19/2026
Senate/ passed 2nd reading
Yes: 21 • No: 5
House vote • 2/17/2026
Senate Comm - Favorable Recommendation
Yes: 3 • No: 1
House vote • 2/10/2026
House/ passed 3rd reading
Yes: 64 • No: 4
House vote • 1/29/2026
House Comm - Favorable Recommendation
Yes: 7 • No: 2
Actions Timeline
Governor Signed
3/24/2026House/ to Governor
3/3/2026HouseHouse/ received enrolled bill from Printing
3/3/2026HouseHouse/ enrolled bill to Printing
2/25/2026HouseEnrolled Bill Returned to House or Senate
2/25/2026Draft of Enrolled Bill Prepared
2/25/2026Bill Received from House for Enrolling
2/25/2026House/ signed by Speaker/ sent for enrolling
2/20/2026HouseHouse/ received from Senate
2/20/2026HouseSenate/ to House
2/20/2026SenateSenate/ signed by President/ returned to House
2/20/2026SenateSenate/ passed 3rd reading
2/20/2026SenateSenate/ 3rd reading
2/20/2026SenateSenate/ passed 2nd reading
2/19/2026SenateSenate/ 2nd reading
2/19/2026SenateSenate/ placed on 2nd Reading Calendar
2/17/2026SenateSenate/ committee report favorable
2/17/2026SenateSenate Comm - Favorable Recommendation
2/17/2026Senate/ to standing committee
2/13/2026SenateSenate/ 1st reading (Introduced)
2/10/2026SenateSenate/ received from House
2/10/2026SenateHouse/ to Senate
2/10/2026HouseHouse/ passed 3rd reading
2/10/2026HouseHouse/ 3rd reading
2/10/2026HouseHouse/ 2nd reading
1/30/2026House
Bill Text
Enrolled
2/25/2026
Introduced
1/21/2026
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