HB0040

Utah Construction Trades Licensing Act Amendments

Final Passage·3/5/26

Utah HB0040 amends the Utah Construction Trades Licensing Act, defining terms and restructuring licensing requirements for various trades.

Utah HB0040 modifies the Utah Construction Trades Licensing Act by defining terms, moving licensing requirements for alarm companies and agents to a new chapter, restructuring licensing requirements for other trades, and making technical and conforming changes. The bill specifies definitions for terms such as "alarm company," "contractor," and "qualifying violation." It also restructures the licensing requirements for trades like electricians, plumbers, and HVAC contractors, detailing qualifications, continuing education, and disciplinary actions.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 24–1 · Mar 5
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

0
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

24 Yea

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1 Nay

R

4 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 5

3:40 PM

Senate Revenue and Taxation Hearing

Jan 22

2:00 PM

House Business, Labor, and Commerce Hearing

History

Mar 12

House

House/ received enrolled bill from Printing in Clerk of the House

Mar 12

House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor

Mar 5

House

Enrolled Bill Returned to House or Senate in Clerk of the House