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UT SB0317

Bill

Status

Failed

3/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jen Plumb

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Origin

Senate

2026 General Session

AI Summary

  • Changes the defined term "opiate" to "opioid-like substance" throughout Utah Code to reflect more accurate medical and scientific terminology

  • Updates "opiate antagonist" to "opioid antagonist" and "opiate-related drug overdose event" to "opioid-related drug overdose event" in all relevant statutes

  • Applies terminology changes across multiple code sections including controlled substances laws, pharmacy practice, health care provider licensing, treatment access programs, and correctional facility policies

  • Includes coordination clauses to align changes with H.B. 301 (Drug Recodification), S.B. 87 (Naloxone Amendments), and S.B. 98 (Substance Use Rehabilitation Amendments)

  • Takes effect May 6, 2026, with no appropriation of state funds

Legislative Description

Opioid Terminology Amendments

Controlled Substances

Last Action

Senate/ filed in Senate file for bills not passed

3/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules3/4/2026
Health and Human Services2/25/2026
Rules2/23/2026

Full Bill Text

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