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UT HB0085
Bill
Status
3/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Lisa Shepherd
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AI Summary
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Prohibits the governor and local chief executive officers from declaring a state of emergency exclusively in response to an international organization's proclamation declaring a state of emergency
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Declares that international organizations—defined as the United Nations, World Economic Forum, or World Health Organization—have no power, jurisdiction, or legal authority in Utah
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Bars the state, state agencies, and local governments from implementing or enforcing any "international directive" (rules, resolutions, taxes, policies, or mandates) issued by these international organizations
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Amends existing emergency management statutes (Title 53, Chapter 2a) to incorporate the new restrictions on emergency declarations tied to international organizations
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Takes effect May 6, 2026
Legislative Description
State Sovereignty Amendments
Government Operations (State Issues)
Last Action
House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
3/6/2026