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HB 165

Critical Infrastructure Amendments

2026 General Session Introduced by Walt Brooks and 1 co-sponsor

HB 165 modifies Utah's critical infrastructure regulations, advancing through Senate committee with recommended substitutions affecting utilities and essential services governance.

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Bill Summary · HB 165

Legislative bill overview

HB 165 amends Utah's critical infrastructure laws, though the specific substantive changes are not detailed in the available action record. The bill has advanced through the Senate Transportation, Public Utilities, Energy, and Technology Committee with a favorable recommendation and a substitute version, indicating modifications were made during committee review.

Why is this important

Critical infrastructure amendments affect how utilities, transportation systems, and essential services are regulated, protected, and operated across the state. These changes can influence utility costs, service reliability, infrastructure investment requirements, and public safety protocols that directly impact Utah residents and businesses.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of "critical infrastructure" definition – Disagreement over which sectors and assets qualify may affect regulatory burden and investment obligations
  • Public utility oversight and deregulation – Changes to regulatory frameworks could shift costs between utilities, ratepayers, and taxpayers
  • Cybersecurity and physical security requirements – New mandates may increase operational costs for utility providers, potentially passed to consumers

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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