![]() | Fiscal NoteH.B. 162 2026 General Session Local Sales Tax Modifications by Watkins, Christine F. | ![]() |
| Ongoing | One-time | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Net GF/ITF/USF (rev.-exp.) | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 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 |
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.
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.
Enactment of this legislation likely will not change the regulatory burden for Utah residents or businesses.
This bill does not create a new program or significantly expand an existing program.

