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UT HB0006

Bill

Status

Passed

1/31/2026

Primary Sponsor

Matthew Gwynn

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 General Session

AI Summary

  • Appropriates $27.8 million for FY 2026 and $1.35 billion for FY 2027 to support Utah's criminal justice system, including the Department of Corrections, Attorney General's Office, courts, and Department of Public Safety

  • Allocates $948.9 million from General Fund and $404.9 million from various other sources for FY 2027 operating and capital budgets across criminal justice agencies

  • Funds specific programs including $20.4 million for jail reimbursement, $59.9 million for jail contracting, $91.9 million for adult probation and parole, and $223.2 million for prison operations in FY 2027

  • Provides $12.9 million for Guardian ad Litem services, $10.2 million for Children's Justice Centers, and $11.7 million for Crime Victim Reparations

  • Authorizes nonlapsing provisions allowing agencies to carry forward unused funds for specified purposes including equipment purchases, technology upgrades, training, and accelerating casework

Legislative Description

Criminal Justice Base Budget

Appropriations

Last Action

Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing

1/31/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules1/28/2026
Rules1/20/2026

Full Bill Text

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