Employee Disclosure Requirements
HB 131 amends Utah’s labor code to clarify employer definitions and wage payment disclosure requirements. It requires employers to notify employees at hiring about paydays and wage rates, with posting as an acceptable alternative, and mandates advance notice for any changes to these details. The bill directly affects all Utah employers, including unincorporated businesses and franchise operations, by specifying when such entities are considered employers and how wage notices must be provided. Key provisions include defining "active manager" for ownership disputes and updating notice rules under Section 34-28-4, while maintaining existing misdemeanor penalties for violations under Section 34-28-12. This is a technical clarification with no new funding or substantive policy changes.
Bill status
introduced
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Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 20, 2026
Last action Mar 7, 2026
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Jan 20, 2026
Introduced
House/ 1st reading (Introduced)
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Lisa Shepherd
RRepublican
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