All Roll Calls
Yes: 153 • No: 0
UtahH.B. 3832026 General SessionHouseWALLET
Department of Health and Human Services Amendments
Sponsored By: Logan Monson (Republican)
Signed by Governor
Health InsuranceHealth and Human ServicesDepartment of CorrectionsLaw Enforcement and Criminal JusticeAdministrative Rulemaking and ProceduresBoards and CommitteesGovernment Operations (State Issues)Department of Health and Human ServicesMedicaidFatality ReportsServices for People with DisabilitiesNew Rulemaking Authority
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
12 provisions identified: 7 benefits, 1 costs, 4 mixed.
Stricter rules and fines for tobacco retailers
Tobacco and vape retailers face stricter rules, inspections, and higher fines. Permits need owner info, a tax license, a 24‑month violation history, and proof of distances: 1,000 feet from community locations and 600 feet from other specialty shops or homes/farms. Health departments can inspect, enforce FDA and state/local rules, and ask cities or counties to suspend or revoke licenses. Fines start at $1,000 and can reach $10,000; sales to under‑21 can trigger suspensions or revocation, with 12–24 month bars on new permits. The law also updates definitions and acceptable IDs for proof of age; driving privilege cards do not count.
Dental care for Medicaid adults in treatment
Medicaid covers dental care for people getting treatment for both a substance use disorder and a major oral disease. The state contracts with a provider that serves this group and uses fee‑for‑service. The contractor pays the non‑federal share and state waiver and admin costs, and the University of Utah School of Dentistry transfers the non‑federal share. Porcelain crowns are covered if a federal waiver is approved and required costs are paid.
Disability ombudsman and fairer service funding
The disability ombudsman gives statewide help, training, and complaint review for people with disabilities. DSPD must use new funding for the waiting list based on severity, urgency, caregiver ability, and wait time. Division appropriations do not lapse; when someone leaves services, funds move to another eligible person or one‑time needs.
Faster path to compassionate cannabis use
The state creates a Compassionate Use Board of seven doctors to review medical cannabis petitions. Two members are pediatric specialists; the director chairs without a vote. The board reviews pending petitions within 90 days, with faster review for urgent cases. The department issues cards when criteria are met, and records stay private.
New watchdogs for child protection and care
The law creates a child protection ombudsman to take and investigate complaints about the child welfare agency. The ombudsman can start or stop cases, report crimes, and recommend fixes; the office makes rules and hires staff as funded. The ombudsman has access to all department records, including child‑welfare case files. The state also creates a congregate care ombudsman who can visit facilities, talk with children, and review records.
Grants and loan help for rural care
Utah creates a Primary Care Grant Committee to review and track grants. A Health Workforce Council studies supply and training needs, meets quarterly, and ends July 1, 2027. The Rural Physician Loan Repayment Program helps doctors in rural counties repay loans if a hospital or group matches the amount; up to 10% of funds pay administration. Funding depends on appropriations, and the loan program sunsets July 1, 2026.
Stronger privacy and access for child interviews
Parents or guardians can view a child’s interview recording within two business days after it ends, unless the suspect is a parent, lives in the home, or viewing would harm the case. Recordings and transcripts from Children’s Justice Centers are confidential; sharing without approval is a class B misdemeanor. Courts and listed agencies may use and share these materials under tight rules, including expert confidentiality agreements. Law enforcement must give an investigative report to the Utah Office for Victims of Crime.
State cleanup and testing rules for contamination
The state sets cleanup and testing rules after contamination. DEQ creates certification rules for private cleanup specialists and can revoke certification for violations. These standards improve safety but add training and compliance costs.
End dates set for many health programs
The law sets end dates for many health committees, funds, and programs. Examples include the Health Workforce Council ending July 1, 2027; the Primary Care Grant Committee ending July 1, 2035; and hospital assessment sections ending July 1, 2034. Other repeals take effect on July 1, 2025; July 1, 2026; July 1, 2029; July 1, 2030; and July 1, 2035. This gives clear timelines to plan for, but also ends programs and funding on the listed dates.
Hospital care path for ill inmates
Corrections and health leaders can jointly decide that an inmate needs state hospital care for mental illness. They must sign a written agreement that covers eligibility, transfer, treatment, and discharge steps.
Quicker lab results for DUI cases
The health department coordinates blood and urine testing for suspected impaired driving. Results go to law enforcement securely and quickly.
Rules for autopsy records and research access
The medical examiner keeps original records and gives copies to family, legal reps, doctors, and law enforcement on written request. Public‑health groups and approved researchers can get de‑identified records if a project has IRB approval and a public‑health benefit. Researchers must destroy records after the project, reimburse costs, and allow review before release. Sharing a nonpublic photo or video of a decedent without authorization is a class B misdemeanor.
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Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Logan Monson
Republican • House
Cosponsors
Evan J. Vickers
Republican • Senate
Roll Call Votes
Senate vote • 2/27/2026
Senate/ passed 3rd reading
Yes: 25 • No: 0
Senate vote • 2/26/2026
Senate/ passed 2nd reading
Yes: 24 • No: 0
House vote • 2/24/2026
Senate Comm - Favorable Recommendation
Yes: 5 • No: 0
House vote • 2/17/2026
House/ passed 3rd reading
Yes: 69 • No: 0
House vote • 2/12/2026
House Comm - Consent Calendar Recommendation
Yes: 10 • No: 0
House vote • 2/12/2026
House Comm - Substitute Recommendation
Yes: 10 • No: 0
House vote • 2/12/2026
House Comm - Favorable Recommendation
Yes: 10 • No: 0
Actions Timeline
Governor Signed
3/18/2026House/ to Governor
3/12/2026HouseHouse/ received enrolled bill from Printing
3/12/2026HouseHouse/ enrolled bill to Printing
3/5/2026HouseEnrolled Bill Returned to House or Senate
3/5/2026Draft of Enrolled Bill Prepared
3/3/2026Bill Received from House for Enrolling
3/3/2026House/ signed by Speaker/ sent for enrolling
2/27/2026HouseHouse/ received from Senate
2/27/2026HouseSenate/ to House
2/27/2026SenateSenate/ signed by President/ returned to House
2/27/2026SenateSenate/ passed 3rd reading
2/27/2026SenateSenate/ 3rd reading
2/27/2026SenateSenate/ passed 2nd reading
2/26/2026SenateSenate/ 2nd reading
2/26/2026SenateSenate/ placed on 2nd Reading Calendar
2/25/2026SenateSenate/ committee report favorable
2/25/2026SenateSenate Comm - Favorable Recommendation
2/24/2026Senate/ to standing committee
2/19/2026SenateSenate/ 1st reading (Introduced)
2/17/2026SenateSenate/ received from House
2/17/2026SenateHouse/ to Senate
2/17/2026HouseHouse/ passed 3rd reading
2/17/2026HouseHouse/ 3rd reading
2/17/2026HouseHouse/ 2nd reading
2/13/2026House
Bill Text
Enrolled
3/5/2026
Substitute #2
2/11/2026
Substitute #1
2/10/2026
Introduced
1/26/2026
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