Transportation Modifications

Clarified that municipalities retain jurisdiction over completed commuter rail facilities, whereas counties previously had this authority under a different section.

Repealed the clean fuel vehicle decal program, removing eligibility for special lane access based on fuel type.

Changed the distribution of local corridor preservation funds to go directly to local governments instead of passing through the Transportation Fund.

Increased the minimum preorder requirement for new sponsored special group license plates from 250 to 500 applicants.

Increased the road usage charge rate for alternative fuel vehicles from 1.0 to 1.25 cents per mile starting January 1, 2026.

Adjusted the effective dates for various sections, with some changes taking effect May 6, 2026, and others July 1, 2026.

Updated definitions for license plates and fees to reflect the removal of the clean fuel vehicle decal program.

Added extensive provisions regarding license plate design, issuance processes, special group plate eligibility, and driver license card design approvals.

Changed the distribution frequency for class B and class C road funding from quarterly to at least quarterly, providing more flexibility.

Modified the Local Highway and Transportation Corridor Preservation Fund to allow funds to go directly to local governments instead of passing through the Transportation Fund.

Updated the road usage charge program rates and caps, with adjustments beginning in 2028 instead of 2024.

Removed specific references to 'Chapter 151' and 'Chapter 144' in the affected code sections, likely correcting citation errors.

Corrected formatting and citation errors in the Utah Code sections list and text throughout the bill.

Added a new definition for 'commuter rail facility' to clarify that parking and maintenance facilities are included, while the tracks and station platforms are excluded.

Clarified that municipalities and counties retain jurisdiction over completed commuter rail facilities (like parking lots) rather than the state or federal government.

Repealed the clean fuel vehicle decal program, removing the ability for vehicles to receive decals that allow them to use high-occupancy vehicle lanes regardless of passenger count.

Changed the distribution frequency for Class B and Class C road funding from an annual lump sum to quarterly transfers.

Modified the Local Highway and Transportation Corridor Preservation Fund to send money directly to local governments instead of routing it through the state Transportation Fund first.

Enacted a new privilege protecting safety reports, surveys, and data from being used as evidence in court if they were created for crash site evaluation or safety planning.

Added a duty for the Department of Transportation to provide public transit services in consultation with relevant providers.

Updated the list of Utah Code sections affected to reflect recent legislative changes and added a new section regarding the road usage charge program.

All substantive legislative text from the previous version was removed.

A new draft version of the bill was added with updated formatting, including a new header date and page numbering.

The definition of 'commuter rail facility' was slightly expanded to explicitly list 'including a station, parking facility, or maintenance facility' to clarify what constitutes a facility under the jurisdiction rules.

Removed specific line-by-line amendment instructions (e.g., lines 311-317) that previously detailed exact text changes for the road usage charge cap and rate.

Added a General Description and Highlighted Provisions section summarizing that the bill repeals the clean vehicle program, amends road funding distribution, and updates commuter rail and lane restriction laws.

Enacted new statutory language defining jurisdiction over commuter rail facilities, clarifying that municipalities and counties retain authority over completed projects but do not have jurisdiction over state-owned rail property during construction.

Modified the text regarding left-lane restrictions for heavy vehicles (18,001+ lbs) on freeways, updating the statutory language to reflect current code structure.

The start date for the next phase of Road Usage Charge rate increases was changed from January 1, 2027, to January 1, 2028.

The text listing the annual and six-month fee caps was reorganized to clearly distinguish between the two amounts.

Repealed the clean fuel vehicle decal program (Section 72-6-121), removing the ability for vehicles to receive decals that allowed HOV lane access regardless of occupant count.

Changed the distribution frequency for Class B and Class C road funding from an unspecified interval to 'at least quarterly' to improve cash flow for local governments.

Modified the Local Highway and Transportation Corridor Preservation Fund to direct funds directly to counties, cities, and towns instead of passing through the state Transportation Fund.

Added provisions clarifying that municipalities do not have jurisdiction over state or federal commuter rail property, with specific exceptions for construction projects.

Added definitions for 'commuter rail' and 'commuter rail facility' to clarify what property is exempt from local jurisdiction.

Amended numerous sections related to license plate design, issuance processes, and fees, as well as updating references to road usage charges and other vehicle registration requirements.