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Introduced
01/20/2026
01/20/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2026 General Session
Bill Summary
General Description: This bill amends provisions relating to consumer protection.
AI Summary
This bill makes numerous technical amendments to various consumer protection statutes. Here's a summary:
This bill modifies provisions related to consumer protection across multiple areas. The bill makes technical changes to definitions, registration requirements, and enforcement mechanisms for various divisions and programs, including the Division of Consumer Protection. Key modifications include updating references to sections and chapters, adjusting language for clarity, establishing new definitions, and standardizing registration and renewal processes for different types of businesses and services. The bill also updates enforcement powers for the Division of Consumer Protection, allowing the division to impose administrative fines up to $2,500 for violations, bring court actions to enforce provisions, and potentially recover investigative costs and attorney fees. Additionally, the bill makes changes to how certain organizations like charitable organizations, fitness centers, and solar retailers must register and disclose information. The amendments aim to improve consumer protections, clarify regulatory requirements, and provide more consistent oversight across different consumer-related industries.
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
House/ 1st reading (Introduced) in House Rules Committee (on 01/22/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://le.utah.gov/~2026/bills/static/SB0038.html |
| House Amendment 1 | https://le.utah.gov/Session/2026/bills/amended/SB0038.Hamd.1.pdf |
| Fiscal Note SB0038 | https://pf.utleg.gov/public-web/sessions/2026GS/fiscal-notes/SB0038.fn.pdf |
| BillText | https://le.utah.gov/Session/2026/bills/introduced/SB0038.pdf |
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