Utah SB0059 amends alimony laws to consider tax consequences and cohabitation effects.

Utah SB0059 modifies alimony laws by requiring courts to consider the tax consequences of alimony on each party when determining or modifying alimony. It also addresses the effect of cohabitation on alimony, allowing courts to terminate alimony if the payee cohabits with another individual. The bill further specifies that temporary alimony payments made during a divorce action count towards the total period for which alimony is ordered. Effective May 6, 2026.

Utah SB0059 amends alimony laws to consider tax consequences and cohabitation effects.

Utah SB0059 modifies alimony laws by requiring courts to consider the tax consequences of alimony on each party when determining or modifying alimony. It also addresses the effect of cohabitation on alimony, allowing courts to terminate alimony if the payee cohabits with another individual. The bill further specifies that temporary alimony payments made during a divorce action count towards the total period for which alimony is ordered. Effective May 6, 2026.