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UT HB0519
Bill
Status
3/11/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jordan Teuscher
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AI Summary
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Adds digital assets (virtual currency, cryptocurrency, stablecoins, NFTs) to Utah's Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act, establishing a 3-year abandonment period after the owner's last indication of interest
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Requires digital asset holders to deliver abandoned assets to the administrator's designated custodian within 30 days of reporting, or sell/liquidate assets if the administrator determines custody is impractical or costs exceed value
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Exempts digital asset holders from delivery requirements if they lack the private key or authority to transfer, but mandates annual determination of transfer capability and continued maintenance
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Prohibits the administrator from selling digital assets until 3 years after receiving custody and notifying the apparent owner, and shields both administrators and holders from liability for value fluctuations
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Effective date: May 6, 2026
Legislative Description
Unclaimed Property Modifications
Government Operations (State Issues)
Last Action
House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
3/12/2026