State Permitting Council

HB 530 creates a "permitting coordinator" position within Utah's Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity to streamline state permitting processes. The coordinator will serve as a central contact for businesses and project developers seeking multiple state permits, helping them navigate requirements, connect with relevant agencies, and identify coordination improvements. Crucially, the coordinator cannot issue, deny, or modify permits - authority remains with existing permitting agencies. The role also requires annual reporting on coordination efforts and recommendations for administrative or legislative changes to improve permitting efficiency, with no new funding allocated.