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This bill addresses the right of action for alienation of affections.
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Utah law currently allows someone to sue a third party for "alienation of affections," a legal claim asserting that another person intentionally interfered with a marriage and caused it to break down. If passed, this bill would eliminate that right to sue entirely, meaning a spouse would no longer be able to seek monetary damages in court against a third party for allegedly causing the breakdown of a marriage. The change would take effect on May 5, 2027.
Current version: SB0109S01 (Substitute)
Introduction
Jan 20
Senate Rules
Senate Committee
Jan 22
Senate 2nd Reading
Jan 26
Senate 3rd Reading
Jan 27
House Rules
Jan 28
House Committee
Feb 23
House Floor Vote
Feb 26
Governor Signed
Mar 23
IntroductionJan 20
Senate Rules
Senate CommitteeJan 22
Senate 2nd ReadingJan 26
Senate 3rd ReadingJan 27
House RulesJan 28
House CommitteeFeb 23
House Floor VoteFeb 26
Governor SignedMar 23
This bill addresses the right of action for alienation of affections.
This bill:
AI-generated summary, not yet reviewed by Better Utah staff. Please consult the bill text.
Utah law currently allows someone to sue a third party for "alienation of affections," a legal claim asserting that another person intentionally interfered with a marriage and caused it to break down. If passed, this bill would eliminate that right to sue entirely, meaning a spouse would no longer be able to seek monetary damages in court against a third party for allegedly causing the breakdown of a marriage. The change would take effect on May 5, 2027.
Motion: Favorable Recommendation
Motion: Favorable Recommendation
Governor Signed
Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
Senate/ to Governor
Executive Branch - Governor
Senate/ received enrolled bill from Printing
Senate Secretary
Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing
Senate Secretary
Enrolled Bill Returned to House or Senate
Senate Secretary
Last updated Aug 29, 2026, 5:26 PM
