Representatives Seal

Fiscal Note

H.B. 162

2026 General Session

Local Sales Tax Modifications

by Watkins, Christine F.

Senate Seal
General, Income Tax, and Uniform School FundsJR4-4-101
OngoingOne-timeTotal
Net GF/ITF/USF (rev.-exp.) $0 $0 $0


State GovernmentUCA 36-12-13(2)(c)
Revenues FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
Total Revenues $0 $0 $0

Enactment of this legislation likely will not materially impact state revenue.


Expenditures FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
State Tax Commission Administrative Charge Account (GFR), One-time $0 $7,800 $0
Total Expenditures $0 $7,800 $0

Enactment of this legislation could cost the Tax Commission $7,800 one-time in FY 2027 from the Tax Commission Administrative Charge Account for system updates.


FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
Net All Funds (rev-exp) $0 $(7,800) $0
Local GovernmentUCA 36-12-13(2)(c)

Enactment of this bill could increase local sales tax revenues to municipalities that choose to impose this tax. Should the new tax be imposed at the full rate in all eligible municipalities, it could generate up to $93.7 million annually.

Individuals & BusinessesUCA 36-12-13(2)(c)

Taxpayers in areas where the new tax is imposed would pay additional sales tax on taxable purchases (less grocery food) at a rate of up to 0.5%. Should the new tax be imposed at the full rate in all eligible municipalities, it could increase sales tax liability for taxpayers by up to $93.7 million annually.

Regulatory ImpactUCA 36-12-13(2)(d)

Enactment of this legislation likely will not change the regulatory burden for Utah residents or businesses.

Performance EvaluationJR1-4-601

This bill does not create a new program or significantly expand an existing program.