 | Fiscal Note2nd Sub. S.B. 218 (Salmon) 2026 General Session Constable Modifications by Cullimore, Kirk A. |  |
| Ongoing | One-time | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Net GF/ITF/USF (rev.-exp.) | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Revenues | FY2026 | FY2027 | FY2028 |
| Dedicated Credits Revenue, One-time | $3,200 | $0 | $0 |
| Commerce Service Account | $0 | $65,000 | $65,000 |
| Commerce Service Account, One-time | $0 | $(46,100) | $0 |
| Total Revenues | $3,200 | $18,900 | $65,000 |
Enactment of this legislation could result in an increase of $3,200 in dedicated credits revenue one-time in FY 2026 from background check fees. Enactment could also result in an increase of $18,900 one-time in FY 2027 and $65,000 ongoing in FY 2028 to the Commerce Service Account from constable licensing fees.
| Expenditures | FY2026 | FY2027 | FY2028 |
| Dedicated Credits Revenue, One-time | $3,200 | $0 | $0 |
| Commerce Service Account | $0 | $65,000 | $65,000 |
| Commerce Service Account, One-time | $0 | $(46,100) | $0 |
| Total Expenditures | $3,200 | $18,900 | $65,000 |
Enactment of this legislation could cost the Department of Public Safety $3,200 from dedicated credits one-time in FY 2026 for background checks. Enactment could also cost the Department of Commerce $18,900 one-time in FY 2027 from the Commerce Service Account for rule-making and system setup, and $65,000 ongoing beginning in FY 2028 from the Commerce Service Account to manage constable licensing. Spending from the Commerce Service Account impacts the year-end transfer to the General Fund.
| FY2026 | FY2027 | FY2028 | |
| Net All Funds (rev-exp) | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Enactment of this legislation likely will not result in direct, measurable costs for local governments.
To the extent that individuals submit an application for a constable license, they will be charged a fee for the license and for a background check. With an estimated 100 individuals, the total cost of background checks could be $3,200. Individuals would also be charged a licensing fee. The amount of the fee will be set by the Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), which is expected to cover the operating costs of the program. However, the total amount could change based on the licensing fee amount set by the DOPL.
Enactment of this legislation likely will not change the regulatory burden for Utah residents or businesses.
This bill creates a new program or significantly expands an existing program.
For a list of questions lawmakers might ask to improve accountability for the proposed
program, please see:
https://budget.utah.gov/newprogram