Sen. Dan McCay

Maddy summaryHB 193 prohibits Utah government entities from using public funds to pay for certain surgical procedures related to transitioning from one's biological sex (defined as primary or secondary sex characteristic procedures). It requires government insurance plans that previously covered such transition procedures before May 6, 2026, to offer equivalent coverage for procedures to reverse those changes ("detransitioning"), to the extent possible. The bill takes effect on May 6, 2026, and does not appropriate new funds or affect private insurance. It directly impacts state and local government agencies, school districts, and other public entities using public money for health coverage.

Maddy summaryHB 212 establishes a formal process for creating new counties in Utah, primarily affecting municipalities in large counties (population over 1 million) seeking to secede. It requires petitioning municipalities to meet population thresholds (at least one-third of the county's population), complete a feasibility study, and propose boundaries that avoid dividing cities or leaving the original county unable to function. The bill ensures new counties maintain the same local sales tax rates for transportation as the seceding county and clarifies how property taxes and debts will be handled during the transition. These changes aim to make county formation more structured and financially responsible while protecting the viability of both the new and remaining counties.

Maddy summaryHB 422 modifies Utah's rules for public infrastructure districts, requiring 100% consent from surface property owners to annex new areas into or withdraw property from a district. It adds new requirements for district board members to disclose conflicts of interest and mandates real estate agents to include specific district information in property advertising. These changes directly affect property owners, real estate professionals, and district board members. The bill makes procedural updates to district operations without altering funding or financial responsibilities.

Maddy summarySB 78 modifies Utah's property tax relief programs, effective 2027, primarily affecting renters, homeowners, and elderly property owners. It expands eligibility for a renter's credit and adds a two-year recency requirement for homeowner credits and indigent abatements, while prohibiting multiple forms of relief (with exceptions). Key changes include removing annual inflation adjustments for homeowner credits, extending delinquency periods to 10 years for seniors 70+, and setting a 6% interest rate for seniors 65+. The bill also requires counties to provide clearer information about deferral programs and tax relief options on official notices.

Maddy summarySB 97 limits how much surplus funds cities and counties can accumulate in their general funds (capping it at 25% of annual revenue) and changes residential property tax rules. It restricts property tax exemptions to one primary residence per household, requires homeowners to reapply for exemptions if ownership changes or eligibility is questioned, and creates a presumption that business-owned property doesn't qualify for residential exemptions. The bill also prohibits using property tax revenue for capital improvement reserves after a set date and adjusts how property value increases are counted for tax calculations. These changes directly affect local governments managing tax revenues and homeowners seeking property tax exemptions.

Maddy summaryHB 433 modifies Utah's professional licensing oversight by clarifying what constitutes "harm" (like threats to public health, safety, or finances) and requiring the Office of Professional Licensure Review to document its evaluations of occupational regulations. It allows individuals to petition the office to recommend repealing or changing regulations, and creates a process to appeal the office's decisions or how agencies implement them. This bill directly affects professionals regulated by state licensing rules, such as healthcare workers or tradespeople, by making the review process more transparent and accessible. The changes focus on ensuring regulations are necessary and proportionate, without adding new costs or altering existing licensing requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 141 imposes a 2% tax on international money transfers processed by licensed businesses (like Western Union or MoneyGram) starting January 1, 2027. Customers can avoid the tax by presenting valid ID (e.g., passport, driver’s license) at the time of transfer. Licensed transmitters must collect the tax separately on receipts, remit it quarterly to Utah’s State Tax Commission, and submit annual reports detailing transactions and tax collection. The bill also requires the Department of Financial Institutions to provide the Tax Commission with a list of all licensed transmitters each year.

Maddy summaryHB 310 amends Utah's school reintegration plan requirements for students charged with or adjudicated for violent felonies or weapon offenses. It extends the timeline for schools to develop these plans from five to seven school days after receiving notification, provides additional flexibility during summer breaks, and allows schools to tailor plans based on individual student risk levels and needs. The bill does not change core requirements like the multidisciplinary team composition or the types of interventions (behavioral, mental health, academic) that must be included. Schools must still address specific safety concerns and cannot reintegrate students if protective orders or certain crimes are involved. (3 sentences)

Maddy summaryHB 25 amends Utah's candidate nomination petition rules to require signatures to be submitted to county clerks in the voter's specific county of residence, rather than any county. For offices elected across multiple counties, it mandates county clerks to verify and count only signatures from their own county, then forward totals to the lieutenant governor for ballot qualification. The bill also shortens the deadline for signature submission from 14 to 21 days before a political party's convention. These changes directly affect candidates, county clerks, and political parties seeking ballot access through signature-gathering.

Maddy summaryHB 56 allows vehicle owners to cancel registration for eligible vehicles (under 14,000 pounds gross weight) and receive refunds for registration fees and related taxes on a pro-rata monthly basis for the remaining registration period. It specifically excludes motorcycles, heavy vehicles (14,001+ lbs), off-highway vehicles, ATVs, recreational vehicles, and vintage vehicles from refunds. Owners who cancel registration but continue operating the vehicle face an additional $100 penalty. The bill modifies Utah’s vehicle registration code to implement these refund rules and clarify cancellation requirements. It does not appropriate new funds and affects owners of standard passenger vehicles who choose to deregister.