Representatives Seal

Fiscal Note

H.B. 501

2026 General Session

Water Modifications

by Bolinder, Bridger

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

To the extent that title agents or property owners fail to notify secondary water suppliers of the transfer of property receiving secondary water services, the General Fund could see increased revenues of up to $500 per violation. The total annual amount of revenue from this provision can not be estimated at this time.


Expenditures FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
Total Expenditures $0 $0 $0

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


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

Enactment of this legislation could increase revenues for certain local governments who are wastewater service providers or public water systems who receive state funds from requiring collections equal to 1.5% of the median adjusted gross income for each type of water service starting January 1, 2027.

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

Enactment of this legislation could increase revenues for certain businesses who are wastewater service providers or public water systems who receive state funds from requiring collections equal to 1.5% of the median adjusted gross income for each type of water service starting January 1, 2027. Enactment of this legislation could also increase the rates paid by certain individuals who are connected to public water or wastewater systems subject to these increased rate requirements. To the extent that title agents or property owners fail to notify secondary water suppliers of the transfer of property receiving secondary water services, they could be subject to paying an administrative fine of up to $500. The total cost of these provisions cannot be estimated at this time.

Regulatory ImpactUCA 36-12-13(2)(d)

Enactment of this legislation could result in a small increase in 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.