Rep. Cory Maloy

Maddy summaryHB 269 amends Utah's ambulance payment rules to directly affect ambulance providers and health insurers or workers' compensation carriers. It requires the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services to annually adjust base rates based on medical inflation, explicitly includes medication costs in the base rate (previously excluded), and allows providers to collect both base rates and mileage fees. The bill also clarifies that health plans must pay providers directly for covered ambulance services without balance billing for uncovered portions. These changes take effect January 1, 2027, with no new state funding required.

Maddy summaryHB 101 amends Utah's firearm background check laws by creating two specific exemptions. It exempts individuals from background checks when purchasing a National Firearms Act (NFA) firearm if they have an approved application from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) within the past 30 days. It also clarifies that Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs) do not need to conduct background checks when transferring firearms to another FFL. These changes directly affect firearm dealers, NFA applicants, and FFLs during specific transactions, while leaving general background check requirements for most firearm sales unchanged. The bill makes no changes to funding or other policy areas.

Maddy summaryHB 52 allows Utah driver license and ID card applicants who are enrolled members of a federally recognized Indian tribe to request a "Native American" notation on their license or ID. It specifies that applicants must provide accepted tribal documents (like a tribal ID card, certificate of Indian blood, or Bureau of Indian Affairs affidavit) as proof of enrollment. The notation may not identify a specific tribe or include additional personal details beyond the "Native American" label. This change applies to new applications and renewals starting July 1, 2026, with no new costs.

Maddy summaryHB 209 creates a two-tier voting system for Utah elections starting November 1, 2026. Registered voters must choose when registering or voting whether to provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship (like a driver's license, birth certificate, or naturalization papers). Voters who do not provide proof may only vote in federal races (e.g., President, Congress), while those who do provide proof can vote in all races. The bill modifies voter registration forms, ballot procedures, and deadlines for verifying citizenship to implement this system.

Maddy summaryHB 284 amends Utah's murder statute to clarify that a person can be charged with murder under "depraved indifference" without needing specific intent to kill a particular individual. It expands the list of predicate offenses (like aggravated child abuse, kidnapping, or armed robbery) that can trigger murder charges when someone dies during or immediately after committing those acts. The bill also modifies sentencing by requiring courts to consider special mitigation or affirmative defenses (like reasonable belief of justification) that could reduce a murder conviction to manslaughter. This change directly affects individuals charged with murder under these specific circumstances, particularly in cases involving the listed predicate offenses.

Maddy summaryHB 246 amends Utah's drug testing rules for local government entities and public colleges, directly affecting employees, volunteers, and prospective hires in these organizations. It updates the definition of "sample" to include oral fluid, clarifies that entities may require specific sample types (like oral fluid or urine), and mandates that all sample collection follow instructions from an independent entity. The bill requires testing to be conducted by certified laboratories and ensures proper chain-of-custody procedures, without changing who is subject to testing or adding new costs. These changes apply to existing drug testing policies under Utah Code Sections 34-41-101, 103, and 104.

Maddy summarySB 122 requires Utah's Homeowners' Association Ombudsman office to increase transparency and accessibility for HOA members. The bill mandates that the office publicly share all advisory opinions, provide a clear list of relevant laws and FAQs on its website, and publish easy-to-understand educational materials about HOA rights and responsibilities under state law. It also directs the office to guide callers to these resources and clarifies rules about lot owners renting without fees. These changes directly affect HOA members, associations, and residents seeking clarity on governing statutes. The bill makes no financial changes but aims to improve understanding of HOA regulations through better information access.

Maddy summarySB 117 updates Utah's occupational licensing laws by removing outdated language, pronouns, and typographical errors from multiple code sections. It creates a new "legacy" cosmetology and barbering license to help current practitioners transition under older rules. The bill makes technical corrections to 30+ licensing provisions without adding new requirements, costs, or altering existing licensing processes. This is a procedural update affecting licensing boards and professionals governed by Title 58.

Maddy summaryHB 14 extends the expiration date for Utah's Behavior Analyst Licensing Act from July 1, 2026, to July 1, 2036. This change ensures the law governing behavior analyst licensure remains in effect for an additional decade, preventing its automatic repeal. The bill includes minor technical adjustments to the relevant code but does not alter licensing requirements for behavior analysts. This extension directly affects behavior analysts and the state's regulatory process for their professional licensing.

Maddy summarySB 11 extends the repeal date for the Land Use and Eminent Domain Advisory Board from July 1, 2026, to July 1, 2036, and requires legislative review before the board's authority ends. This directly affects the advisory board, which provides guidance on land use and eminent domain issues in Utah. The bill modifies Utah Code Section 63I-1-213 to delay the board's termination and adds a requirement for lawmakers to review the board's future before its repeal. The change does not alter other existing repeal dates or create new programs.