Signed into LawFiled Jan 20, 2026
Sponsor: Candice Pierucci (R)
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Governor Signed
Mar 24, 2026
Summary
The bill lowers the ownership threshold that makes a company a restricted foreign entity to 25%, requires the Department of Public Safety to investigate suspected land deals, and imposes daily fines and forced sales for non‑compliance. It applies to anyone buying, leasing, or holding land in Utah when linked to China, Iran, North Korea, Russia or related defense firms, and adds felony penalties for violations.
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