Utah HB0073 amends the Utah Protection of Public Employees Act to expand the definition of retaliatory action by an employer.

Utah HB0073 amends the Utah Protection of Public Employees Act by modifying the definition of retaliatory action by an employer. The bill now includes making a complaint, in violation of the whistle-blowing statute, to a person that licenses the employee to practice a profession or perform other types of work. This change aims to protect public employees from retaliation when they report misconduct or violations. The bill takes effect on May 6, 2026.

Utah HB0073 amends the Utah Protection of Public Employees Act to expand the definition of retaliatory action by an employer.

Utah HB0073 amends the Utah Protection of Public Employees Act by modifying the definition of retaliatory action by an employer. The bill now includes making a complaint, in violation of the whistle-blowing statute, to a person that licenses the employee to practice a profession or perform other types of work. This change aims to protect public employees from retaliation when they report misconduct or violations. The bill takes effect on May 6, 2026.