Signed into LawFiled Jan 13, 2026
Sponsor: Joseph Elison (R)
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Governor Signed
Mar 25, 2026
Summary
The bill amends Utah’s gambling statutes to precisely define terms such as amusement devices, fringe gambling, and proposition bets. It narrows what counts as gambling and what is excluded, affecting businesses that operate games, vending machines, and related equipment. The changes take effect on May 6, 2026.
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