Utah HB0493 amends the weights and measures program to establish civil penalties and enforcement powers.

Utah HB0493 amends the weights and measures program under the Department of Agriculture and Food. It establishes a schedule of civil penalties for violations, with increasing fines for repeat offenses. The bill also grants enforcement powers to the department, including the ability to inspect commercial vehicles and premises, issue stop orders, and seize non-compliant products. Penalties collected are to be deposited into the General Fund for enforcement purposes.

Utah HB0493 amends the weights and measures program to establish civil penalties and enforcement powers.

Utah HB0493 amends the weights and measures program under the Department of Agriculture and Food. It establishes a schedule of civil penalties for violations, with increasing fines for repeat offenses. The bill also grants enforcement powers to the department, including the ability to inspect commercial vehicles and premises, issue stop orders, and seize non-compliant products. Penalties collected are to be deposited into the General Fund for enforcement purposes.