District 8 Representative Jason Kyle
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2026 General Session of the 67th Legislature – Week 3
By Representative Jason Kyle - 10 February 2026 Editor's Note: The following update is adapted from Representative Jason Kyle’s weekly legislative newsletter to constituents of House District 8. SALT LAKE CITY – As the third week of the 2026 General Legislative Session concludes, the 45-day calendar continues to move quickly. Legislative efforts are currently focused on crafting a balanced budget, debating policy, and passing legislation aimed at maintaining the state's standing. Representative Jason Kyle remains focused on principles of fiscal responsibility, government accountability, and community stability. Throughout the remainder of the session, constituents are invited to stay connected to the process by following daily calendars, committee meetings, and live-streamed debates at le.utah.gov. Update on Local Sponsored Legislation: H.B. 47 Significant progress was made this week on H.B. 47 (Vehicle Registration and Insurance Amendments), a bill sponsored by Representative Kyle. The legislation has moved closer to becoming law after passing through both the Senate’s Second and Third Reading Calendars. The bill is designed to remove financial burdens on Utahns by eliminating the requirement that all registered vehicles carry liability insurance, regardless of whether the vehicle is actively driven. Budget and Appropriations Progress Next week marks the final week for appropriations committees to conduct their work. These committees are preparing to provide their final recommendations to the Executive Appropriations Committee. The stated focus of these efforts is to maintain a lean and accountable government while prioritizing Utah families. Water for the Great Salt Lake Concrete steps were taken this month to address the health of the Great Salt Lake. The state has moved to acquire the US Magnesium plant along with its associated water rights. This acquisition is expected to secure over 100,000 acre-feet of water annually for the lake. This long-term measure is intended to strengthen the lake’s health while preserving its economic and recreational value for future generations. Bills Passed by the House this Week The following pieces of legislation saw progress in the House during the third week of the session. Click on each bill to view the full text and status on the Utah Legislature's official website: H.B. 20 Correctional Facility Capacity Amendments H.B. 22 Vintage Vehicle Amendments H.B. 24 Criminal Penalty Amendments H.B. 30 Wildlife Management Area Amendments H.B. 37 Used Oil Management Act Amendments H.B. 46 Taxpayer Information Sharing Amendments H.B. 47 Vehicle Registration and Insurance Amendments H.B. 51 Adoption Amendments H.B. 55 Privacy Compliance for Education Technology Vendors H.B. 57 Motor Vehicle Division Amendments H.B. 60 Water Rights Amendments H.B. 62 Road Jurisdiction Amendments H.B. 63 Livestock Watering Amendments H.B. 64 School and Institutional Trust Lands Amendments H.B. 71 Health Provider Directory and Access Amendments H.B. 79 Governmental Immunity Amendments H.B. 82 Judgment Information Amendments H.B. 93 Goshen Bay Waterfowl Management Area H.B. 101 Firearm Background Check Amendments H.B. 103 Underage Marriage Amendments H.B. 108 Minors in State Custody Amendments H.B. 113 Emergency Reporting Abuse Amendments H.B. 116 Criminal Fines Amendments H.B. 126 Micro-Education Entity Facility Amendments H.B. 128 Traffic Amendments H.B. 142 School Fee Waiver Amendments H.B. 146 Mentoring and Supporting Teacher Excellence and Refinement Program Amendments H.B. 156 Blood Transfusion Amendments H.B. 163 Grow Your Own Educator Pipeline Program Amendments H.B. 164 Patient Disclosure Amendments H.B. 174 Sex Characteristic Change Treatment Amendments H.B. 178 School Zone Speeding Amendments H.B. 186 Judicial Conduct Commission Amendments H.B. 192 Vehicle Inspection Fee Amendments H.B. 193 Transgender Medical Procedures Amendments H.B. 211 Real Property Recording Amendments H.B. 214 Firearms Liability Amendments H.B. 238 Utah Energy Generation and Transmission Planning H.B. 242 Initiative and Referendum Signature Gathering and Removal Amendments H.B. 258 Insurance Coverage Amendments H.B. 272 Tourism Taxes Amendments H.B. 279 Higher Education Code Amendments H.B. 356 Drug Distribution Amendments H.B. 392 District Court Amendments S.B. 15 County Forms of Government Amendments S.B. 16 Tax Credit Review Process Amendments S.B. 20 Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Environment Technical Changes S.B. 22 Minor Driving Hours Amendments S.B. 25 Retirement Modifications S.B. 26 Pest Control Amendments S.B. 27 Assault or Threat of Violence Amendments S.B. 32 Child Abuse Homicide Corrections S.B. 33 Office of Professional Licensure Review Sunrise Amendments S.B. 35 Amendments to Interdisciplinary Parental Representation Pilot Program S.B. 36 Transportation Commission Amendments S.B. 43 Land Trusts Protection and Advocacy Office Amendments Stay Connected Residents of Ogden Valley are encouraged to stay engaged throughout the remainder of the session. Representative Kyle can be reached directly with questions or concerns: Phone: (385) 394-2424 Email: [email protected] Facebook: Jason B Kyle Instagram: @jasonbkyle4utah X: @JasonKyle4Utah |
