House News
April 7, 2026
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Transportation & Infrastructure
Utah’s continued growth depends on responsible, long-term investments in infrastructure that keep communities connected and preserve quality of life. The Utah House of Representatives remains focused on building and maintaining roads, expanding multimodal transportation, and strengthening critical infrastructure across the state.
We are taking a long-term approach to transportation, energy, and water infrastructure to ensure every taxpayer dollar is used wisely to support Utah’s long-term infrastructure needs.
Funding Highlights
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$23.8 million for local transportation projects including
$10 million for the St. George Regional Airport terminal expansion. $5.3 million for Brigham City rail project. $3.5 million for Spanish Fork Airport Taxiway Bravo Construction. $2.5 million for Millcreek Canyon Shuttle Program. $2M one-time for Pioneer Trail construction and Foundation. $500K one-time for Ogden Union Station intermodal entry improvements
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$2 million for wildlife crossings construction
Provided UDOT funds to be used for wildlife crossing and connectivity projects.
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$2,500,000 to the Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Grant
Funds new trailheads and amenities that keep access to public lands safe and secure to serve the growing motorized recreation community.
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$30,000,000 for the purchase of US Magnesium’s property
Secured 144,000 acre-feet of water for the preservation of the Great Salt Lake.
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$6,200,000 for dams
Provided for upgrades, repairs, and maintenance of dams to ensure the safety of nearby communities and improve water storage.
Past Legislation
HB 481
2026
Transportation Modifications
Addressed Utah’s long-term transportation needs.
HB 19
2026
Drinking Water Utilities Amendments
Required public drinking water systems to report cybersecurity breaches quickly to the state and prepare emergency response plans.
HB 70
2025
Decommissioned Asset Disposition Amendments
Created a process to maintain existing and develop new electricity infrastructure in the state
HB 514
2026
Utah Energy Council Amendments
Provided tools for energy development to meet the growing demand for electricity
HB 165
2026
Critical Infrastructure Amendments
Set security screening and emergency response requirements for access to critical infrastructure and prohibits use of certain foreign equipment on those projects
HB 492
2026
Transportation, Infrastructure, and Housing Amendments
Created the State Housing Infrastructure Partnership Board to provide loans to cities and counties for key infrastructure projects – roads, water, and sewer – that will unlock new housing without burdening current residents
HB 348
2026
Dedicated Water Amendments
Created the dedicated water application to allow a water right holder to add a nature of use for environmental or conservation purposes for either a fixed or indefinite period without forfeiting their underlying water right.
HB 349
2026
Statewide Water Storage
Created a clear process to fund and approve new dams and reservoir capacity, ensuring projects meet regional needs and strong financial standards.
HB 187
2026
Transportation, Infrastructure, and Housing Amendments
Safeguarded Lower Basin water by preserving key water rights and strengthening coordinated, responsible management of this vital resource.
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