UT HB0147

State and local governments must provide electronic options for submitting forms, records, and information instead of requiring in-person appearances or physical copies, effective July 1, 2027

Electronic submission methods may include online form completion with e-signature, downloading and uploading forms, entering information online, or submitting via email

Exceptions apply for submissions prohibited by federal/state law or court rules, fingerprint requirements for criminal background checks, incarcerated individuals, marriage licenses requiring presence, and election-related materials

Small local governments with annual revenue or expenditures of $1,000,000 or less receive delayed compliance until January 1, 2030 (or July 1, 2030 for non-calendar fiscal years)

State government has an additional exception for original notarized documents when specifically required