H.J.Res.026

Joint Resolution Amending Rules of Evidence to Address Machine-Generated Evidence

Final Passage·3/11/26

Utah HJR026 amends the Utah Rules of Evidence to address the admissibility of machine-generated evidence.

Utah HJR026 amends the Utah Rules of Evidence by adding Rule 707 to address the admissibility of machine-generated evidence. This rule defines "machine-generated evidence" as information produced by a machine-based system that autonomously processes data to generate an inference, prediction, classification, or conclusion. The rule specifies that such evidence can be admitted if it helps the trier of fact, is based on sufficient facts or data, is the product of reliable principles and methods, and reflects a reliable application of those principles and methods to the facts of the case.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 27–0 · Mar 11
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

0
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

27 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 3

2:00 PM

Senate Judiciary, Law Enforcement, and Criminal Justice Hearing

Feb 23

8:00 AM

House Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Hearing

History

Mar 17

House

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

Mar 17

House/ to Lieutenant Governor in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing

Mar 17

House

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