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SB 311UTAHSession 2026State BillSigned into law
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Utah Requires Multi-Language SafeUT Software Application for Crisis Support

Original title: Medical Translation Amendments

Last action · March 19, 2026: Governor SignedSponsors: Heidi Balderree and 1 other

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What This Bill Does

Utah law now requires the Huntsman Mental Health Institute to develop a SafeUT software application available in multiple languages, including Spanish. The requirement takes effect on May 6, 2026.

Why it matters

Non-English speakers gain direct, native-language digital access to the SafeUT crisis intervention and anonymous reporting system for schools, expanding communication channels for students and families across the state.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Huntsman Mental Health Institute

The institute is required to develop a multilingual SafeUT software application and is subject to fee-charging rules.

Directly affected

Non-English speaking students and parents

Individuals gain access to the SafeUT crisis intervention and reporting system in multiple languages including Spanish.

Directly affected

Local education agencies

Governing boards must inform students, parents, and school personnel about the SafeUT Crisis Line without incurring usage fees.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What new requirement does the bill place on the Huntsman Mental Health Institute?
The institute must develop a SafeUT software application that is available in multiple languages, including Spanish.
Can public schools or the State Board of Education be charged fees for using the SafeUT Crisis Line?
No, the Huntsman Mental Health Institute may not charge a fee to the State Board of Education or a for the use of the SafeUT Crisis Line.

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Where This Stands

Current status: Signed into law.

Procedural history

38 actions
  1. Mar 19, 2026Lieutenant Governor's office for filingEnrolled
    Governor Signed
  2. Mar 11, 2026Senate
    Senate/ to Governor
  3. Mar 11, 2026Senate
    Senate/ received enrolled bill from Printing
  4. Mar 10, 2026Senate
    Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing
  5. Mar 10, 2026Senate Secretary
    Enrolled Bill Returned to House or Senate
  6. Mar 6, 2026Legislative Research and General Counsel / Enrolling
    Draft of Enrolled Bill Prepared
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  1. Mar 6, 2026Legislative Research and General Counsel / Enrolling
    Bill Received from Senate for Enrolling
  2. Mar 6, 2026Senate
    Senate/ signed by President/ sent for enrolling
  3. Mar 6, 2026Senate
    Senate/ received from House
  4. Mar 5, 2026House
    House/ to Senate
  5. Mar 5, 2026House
    House/ signed by Speaker/ returned to Senate
  6. Mar 5, 2026HouseFloor
    House/ passed 3rd reading
  7. Mar 5, 2026House
    House/ 3rd reading
  8. Mar 5, 2026House
    House/ Rules to 3rd Reading Calendar
  9. Mar 4, 2026House
    House/ 3rd Reading Calendar to Rules
  10. Mar 4, 2026House
    House/ 2nd reading
  11. Mar 4, 2026House
    House/ committee report favorable
  12. Mar 4, 2026House
    House Comm - Favorable Recommendation
  13. Mar 3, 2026HouseCommittee
    House/ to standing committee
  14. Mar 3, 2026HouseIntroduced
    House/ 1st reading (Introduced)
  15. Mar 3, 2026House
    House/ received from Senate
  16. Mar 3, 2026Senate
    Senate/ to House
  17. Mar 3, 2026SenateFloor
    Senate/ passed 3rd reading
  18. Mar 3, 2026Senate
    Senate/ 3rd reading
  19. Feb 26, 2026Senate
    Senate/ 2nd reading
  20. Feb 26, 2026Senate
    Senate/ comm rpt/ placed on Consent Calendar
  21. Feb 25, 2026Senate
    Senate Comm - Consent Calendar Recommendation
  22. Feb 25, 2026Senate
    Senate Comm - Favorable Recommendation
  23. Feb 24, 2026SenateCommittee
    Senate/ to standing committee
  24. Feb 23, 2026Senate
    Senate/ received fiscal note from Fiscal Analyst
  25. Feb 23, 2026Released
    LFA/ fiscal note publicly available for SB0311
  26. Feb 20, 2026Version Sponsor
    LFA/ fiscal note sent to sponsor for SB0311
  27. Feb 19, 2026SenateIntroduced
    Senate/ 1st reading (Introduced)
  28. Feb 19, 2026Senate
    Senate/ received bill from Legislative Research
  29. Feb 19, 2026Legislative Fiscal Agency
    LFA/ bill sent to agencies for fiscal input for SB0311
  30. Feb 19, 2026Legislative Fiscal Analyst
    LFA/ bill assigned to staff for fiscal analysis for SB0311
  31. Feb 19, 2026Legislative Research and General Counsel
    Numbered Bill Publicly Distributed
  32. Feb 19, 2026Legislative Research and General Counsel
    Bill Numbered but not Distributed

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Sponsors

Heidi BalderreeSenate · District 22RepublicanPrimary sponsor
Steve EliasonHouse · District 43RepublicanCosponsor

Connected Entities

Utah Board of Higher Education, State Bureau of Investigation, State Board of Education and 7 more
OrganizationUtah Board of Higher Education“Selects a designee for the commission”Map →
OrganizationState Bureau of Investigation“Receives reports of SafeUT Crisis Line uses”Map →
OrganizationState Board of Education“Appoints a member to the commission and promotes awareness of SafeUT services”Map →
OrganizationOffice of the Attorney General“Provides staff support and an appointee to the commission”Map →
otherSafeUT Crisis Line“Crisis line providing anonymous reporting and crisis intervention services”Map →
OrganizationSafeUT and School Safety Commission“Commission established to coordinate statewide efforts related to the SafeUT Cri”Map →
OrganizationSchool Safety Center“Consulted for school safety supports and enhancements”Map →
OrganizationHuntsman Mental Health Institute“Mental health and substance abuse treatment institute within the University of U”Map →
OrganizationSchool Security Task Force“Consulted for school safety supports and enhancements”Map →
OrganizationDepartment of Health and Human Services“Appoints members to the commission representing youth services or treatment serv”Map →

Sources

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le.utah.gov

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