Utah HB0246 amends drug testing policies for local government employees and volunteers.

Utah HB0246 modifies the definition of "sample" to include oral fluid and clarifies the type of sample that a local governmental entity or state institution of higher education may require for drug testing. The bill also requires that sample collection be performed in accordance with instructions prepared by an independent entity. The local governmental entity or institution of higher education may specify the type of sample to be used for testing, including blood, breath, oral fluid, or hair samples, or a split urine sample. The bill takes effect on May 6, 2026.

Utah HB0246 amends drug testing policies for local government employees and volunteers.

Utah HB0246 modifies the definition of "sample" to include oral fluid and clarifies the type of sample that a local governmental entity or state institution of higher education may require for drug testing. The bill also requires that sample collection be performed in accordance with instructions prepared by an independent entity. The local governmental entity or institution of higher education may specify the type of sample to be used for testing, including blood, breath, oral fluid, or hair samples, or a split urine sample. The bill takes effect on May 6, 2026.