Also, bill repealed Utah codeUTA LEG 13-11-17.5, regarding costs and attorney's fees.
Bill Provisions
When granting a judgment in the division's favor, the court will award reasonable attorney's fees, court costs, costs of the investigation, and other relief as appropriate.
Includes disgorgement of money or anything of value as an act of consumer deception.
Bill clarifies Division of Consumer Protection's rulemaking and investigatory authority.
Also, clarifies the factors a court considers when issuing a fine, and clarifies that government agency may bring an enforcement action for defective construction.
Legislative History
On Dec. 23, 2024, bill introduced in Senate; on Jan. 24, 2025, bill passed in Senate.
On Jan. 27, 2025, bill introduced in House; on Feb. 5, 2025, bill was passed in House.
Effectiveness
If approved, bill to amend consumer protection provisions takes effect May 7, 2025.
Mar. 2025 UTA LEG Governor Approval
On Mar. 26, 2025, UTA LEG reported bill approval by governor, effective May 7, 2025.
Regulators
UTA LEG
Entity Types
CNSM; Corp
Reference
Bill SB0042, 3/26/2025; Bill SB0042, 2/5/2025; Citation: *UTA LEG* 13-2-6, 13-11, 13-11-17.5, 78B-4-5-513;
