All Roll Calls
Yes: 100 • No: 3
UtahS.B. 352026 General SessionSenateWALLET
Amendments to Interdisciplinary Parental Representation Pilot Program
Sponsored By: Wayne A. Harper (Republican)
Signed by Governor
Health and Human ServicesDivision of Child and Family ServicesChild WelfareJudicial OperationsDepartment of Health and Human ServicesIndigent CounselParental Defense
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 2 costs, 1 mixed.
New help for parents in child welfare
The law creates a pilot to add a parental representation liaison to a parent's legal team in child welfare cases. The liaison must have a bachelor’s or graduate degree in social work, sociology, psychology, human services, or a related field. Counties can apply for grants to fund these jobs and must show how they will meet program goals and use other funding. The program begins May 6, 2026 and ends December 31, 2031.
Wider employer liability starting July 2029
On July 1, 2029, the law repeals the rule that limited an employer’s liability for an employee convicted of an offense. After that date, Utah employers may face wider legal and financial exposure. The law sets no dollar limits or caps.
One-year wait for ex-child welfare staff
From May 6, 2026 to December 31, 2031, anyone who leaves the Division of Child and Family Services must wait one year before taking paid work for the pilot program. This covers jobs, contracts, or any paid services with the program.
Some arbitration and court rules repealed
On July 1, 2026, the Alternative Dispute Resolution Act is repealed. On July 1, 2029, the state arbitration-agreements section and the rule that moved some domestic violence cases to district court are repealed. These changes shift how Utah handles civil disputes and some criminal cases. They do not create new fees or funding.
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Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Wayne A. Harper
Republican • Senate
Cosponsors
Stephanie Gricius
Republican • House
Roll Call Votes
House vote • 2/5/2026
House/ passed 3rd reading
Yes: 67 • No: 3
House vote • 2/2/2026
House Comm - Favorable Recommendation
Yes: 7 • No: 0
Senate vote • 1/20/2026
Senate/ passed 2nd & 3rd readings/ suspension
Yes: 26 • No: 0
Actions Timeline
Governor Signed
3/7/2026Senate/ to Governor
3/3/2026SenateSenate/ received enrolled bill from Printing
3/3/2026SenateSenate/ enrolled bill to Printing
2/25/2026SenateEnrolled Bill Returned to House or Senate
2/25/2026Draft of Enrolled Bill Prepared
2/9/2026Bill Received from Senate for Enrolling
2/9/2026Senate/ signed by President/ sent for enrolling
2/5/2026SenateSenate/ received from House
2/5/2026SenateHouse/ to Senate
2/5/2026HouseHouse/ signed by Speaker/ returned to Senate
2/5/2026HouseHouse/ passed 3rd reading
2/5/2026HouseHouse/ 3rd reading
2/5/2026HouseHouse/ 2nd reading
2/3/2026HouseHouse/ committee report favorable
2/3/2026HouseHouse Comm - Favorable Recommendation
2/2/2026House/ to standing committee
1/29/2026HouseHouse/ 1st reading (Introduced)
1/21/2026HouseHouse/ received from Senate
1/21/2026HouseSenate/ to House
1/20/2026SenateSenate/ passed 2nd & 3rd readings/ suspension
1/20/2026SenateSenate/ 2nd & 3rd readings/ suspension
1/20/2026SenateSenate/ placed on 2nd Reading Calendar
1/20/2026SenateSenate/ 1st reading (Introduced)
1/20/2026SenateSenate/ received fiscal note from Fiscal Analyst
1/12/2026Senate
Bill Text
Enrolled
2/25/2026
Introduced
12/19/2025
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