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UT HB0519

Bill

Status

Enrolled

3/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jordan Teuscher

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 General Session

AI Summary

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Revenue and Taxation2/23/2026
Rules2/19/2026
Economic Development and Workforce Services2/11/2026
Rules2/9/2026

Full Bill Text

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