This bill amends provisions relating to an action brought for a violation of the free exercise of religion.
This bill:
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Utah's Religious Freedom Restoration Act already prohibits government from substantially burdening a person's religious practice unless the government can show a compelling reason and uses the least restrictive means possible. This bill would clarify that when someone sues the government for violating this law, the government cannot claim governmental immunity (a legal shield that normally protects government agencies from being sued) as a defense. It would also spell out that a person who wins such a case can pursue the full range of legal remedies, including money damages, court orders stopping the offending action, formal declarations of their rights, and any other available legal relief.
Introduction
Jan 29
Senate Rules
Mar 5
Senate Committee
Jan 30
Senate 2nd Reading
Senate 3rd Reading
House Rules
House Committee
House Floor Vote
Governor
IntroductionJan 29
Senate RulesMar 5
Senate CommitteeJan 30
Senate 2nd Reading
Senate 3rd Reading
House Rules
House Committee
House Floor Vote
Governor
This bill amends provisions relating to an action brought for a violation of the free exercise of religion.
This bill:
AI-generated summary, not yet reviewed by Better Utah staff. Please consult the bill text.
Utah's Religious Freedom Restoration Act already prohibits government from substantially burdening a person's religious practice unless the government can show a compelling reason and uses the least restrictive means possible. This bill would clarify that when someone sues the government for violating this law, the government cannot claim governmental immunity (a legal shield that normally protects government agencies from being sued) as a defense. It would also spell out that a person who wins such a case can pursue the full range of legal remedies, including money damages, court orders stopping the offending action, formal declarations of their rights, and any other available legal relief.
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Senate Judiciary, Law Enforcement, and Criminal Justice Committee
LFA/ fiscal note publicly available for SB0212
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Last updated Aug 29, 2026, 5:26 PM