State Agency and Higher Education Compensation Appropriations

Increased labor market and discretionary pay increases from 1% to 2.5% for state agency, elected official, and judiciary employees.

Increased FY 2026 operating and capital budget appropriations from approximately $138 million to $188 million.

Raised FY 2026 General Fund allocation from $42.4 million to $80.1 million and Income Tax Fund allocation from $39.1 million to $73.6 million.

Increased FY 2026 salary for the Governor from $190,300 to $193,100 and District Court judge salary to $219,250.

Increased FY 2025 and FY 2026 appropriations for higher education institutions (University of Utah, Utah State University, etc.).

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