All Roll Calls
Yes: 105 • No: 0
UtahH.B. 5672026 General SessionHouseWALLET
Outdoor Recreational Infrastructure Grant Program Amendments
Sponsored By: Thomas W. Peterson (Republican)
Signed by Governor
State LandsEnvironmentNatural ResourcesDepartment of Natural ResourcesPublic LandsGrant Programs and IncentivesOutdoor RecreationTrailsWaterDivision of Recreation
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
More outdoor programs for underserved kids
Beginning May 6, 2026, the law clarifies who counts as an underserved community for outdoor education grants. It includes economically disadvantaged groups, cities, counties, or American Indian tribes where children have limited access, including children with disabilities. For UCORE grants, “children” means ages 6 through 18. These definitions guide who can get targeted grants for outdoor learning and recreation.
Dedicated funding split for outdoor projects
Beginning with fiscal year 2025–2026, and subject to appropriation, the Division of Finance splits money from the Outdoor Adventure Infrastructure Restricted Account. At least 15% goes to State Parks capital projects. At least 22% goes to Outdoor Recreation competitive grants, with no more than 15% of that pot used for maintenance. At least 53% funds larger outdoor projects the Outdoor Adventure Commission recommends. At least 10% goes to the Utah Fairpark Area Investment and Restoration District. If lawmakers give account money to Transportation, the Transportation Commission sets project priorities based on DOT recommendations. Money in the account comes from deposits set in law and any interest. Allowed uses include construction, upgrades, land or easement access, highway access, environmental compliance, planning, avalanche safety forecasting, and cleanup or security. These rules take effect May 6, 2026 and sunset on July 1, 2026.
New outdoor recreation grants and rules
Beginning May 6, 2026, the state runs a new Outdoor Recreational Infrastructure Grant Program. It funds building and upkeep of low-cost public recreation, like trails, restored waterbodies, wildlife-watching sites, winter amenities, parks, and accessible playgrounds. Funded places must be open to the public under state and federal rules, with no exclusive access for any group. An advisory committee helps recommend grants. The program aims to boost outdoor use, promote exercise, attract people to Utah, and reach underserved communities. The program sunsets on January 1, 2028.
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Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Thomas W. Peterson
Republican • House
Cosponsors
Scott D. Sandall
Republican • Senate
Roll Call Votes
Senate vote • 3/6/2026
Senate/ passed 2nd & 3rd readings/ suspension
Yes: 29 • No: 0
House vote • 3/2/2026
Senate Comm - Favorable Recommendation
Yes: 4 • No: 0
House vote • 2/26/2026
House/ passed 3rd reading
Yes: 62 • No: 0
House vote • 2/23/2026
House Comm - Favorable Recommendation
Yes: 10 • No: 0
Actions Timeline
Governor Signed
3/25/2026House/ to Governor
3/17/2026HouseHouse/ received enrolled bill from Printing
3/17/2026HouseHouse/ enrolled bill to Printing
3/12/2026HouseEnrolled Bill Returned to House or Senate
3/12/2026Draft of Enrolled Bill Prepared
3/10/2026Bill Received from House for Enrolling
3/10/2026House/ signed by Speaker/ sent for enrolling
3/6/2026HouseHouse/ received from Senate
3/6/2026HouseSenate/ to House
3/6/2026SenateSenate/ signed by President/ returned to House
3/6/2026SenateSenate/ passed 2nd & 3rd readings/ suspension
3/6/2026SenateSenate/ 2nd & 3rd readings/ suspension
3/6/2026SenateSenate/ Rules to 2nd Reading Calendar
3/6/2026SenateSenate/ 2nd Reading Calendar to Rules
3/4/2026SenateSenate/ placed on 2nd Reading Calendar
3/2/2026SenateSenate/ committee report favorable
3/2/2026SenateSenate Comm - Favorable Recommendation
3/2/2026Senate/ to standing committee
2/27/2026SenateSenate/ 1st reading (Introduced)
2/27/2026SenateSenate/ received from House
2/27/2026SenateHouse/ to Senate
2/27/2026HouseHouse/ held
2/26/2026HouseHouse/ passed 3rd reading
2/26/2026HouseHouse/ 3rd reading
2/26/2026House
Bill Text
Enrolled
3/12/2026
Introduced
2/16/2026
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