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SB 8·UT·senate

State Agency and Higher Education Compensation Appropriations

Signed into LawFiled Jan 16, 2026
Sponsor: Scott Sandall (R)
Latest Action

Governor Signed

Mar 26, 2026

Summary

The bill adds money to cover a 2.5% market‑based salary increase for state and higher‑education workers, as well as comparable raises for judicial and constitutional office staff. It also funds health‑benefit cost changes, retirement rate updates, a $26 per‑pay‑period contribution match for qualifying employees, and step increases for the Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind. The appropriations come from the General Fund, Income Tax Fund, and other sources for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.

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