UtahH.B. 1282026 General SessionHouse

Traffic Amendments

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.

How to signal turns, lane changes, and stops

Beginning May 6, 2026, you must signal for at least the last two seconds before turning or changing lanes. Do not turn, merge from an ending lane, or move left or right until it is reasonably safe and you have signaled. Signal before stopping or suddenly slowing when you have a chance, to warn the driver behind you. Use hand signals or signal lamps: from the left side, arm straight out for left, up for right, and down to stop; cyclists may point the right arm straight out for a right turn. Do not flash a signal on one side only on a disabled or parked vehicle, or as a “do pass” to cars behind.

No turn signal at roundabouts

Beginning May 6, 2026, you do not have to signal when entering or exiting a roundabout. All other signaling rules still apply.

Signal violations are infractions

Beginning May 6, 2026, breaking these signaling rules is an infraction. You can be fined or face other minor penalties. The law does not set the fine amount.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Ariel Defay
Republican • House

Cosponsors

Wayne A. Harper
Republican • Senate

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 130 • No: 7

Senate vote • 2/19/2026

Senate/ passed 3rd reading

Yes: 22 • No: 0

Senate vote • 2/18/2026

Senate/ passed 2nd reading

Yes: 22 • No: 0

House vote • 2/9/2026

Senate Comm - Favorable Recommendation

Yes: 5 • No: 0

House vote • 2/3/2026

House/ passed 3rd reading

Yes: 59 • No: 7

House vote • 1/23/2026

House Comm - Favorable Recommendation

Yes: 11 • No: 0