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HB 172

Food Safety Manager Certification Amendments

2026 General Session Introduced by Verona Mauga

HB 172 modifies Utah food safety manager certification standards, potentially affecting public health protections and compliance costs for food service businesses statewide.

House/ received fiscal note from Fiscal Analyst
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Bill Summary · HB 172

Legislative bill overview

HB 172 amends Utah's food safety manager certification requirements, though specific provisions are not detailed in the available bill status information. The measure has recently entered the legislative process and is currently in the House, having received a fiscal note from the Fiscal Analyst on January 20, 2026.

Why is this important

Food safety manager certifications directly affect public health outcomes by ensuring that individuals supervising food preparation and handling meet established safety standards. Changes to certification requirements can impact small businesses, food service operations, and regulatory compliance costs across the state's restaurant and food service industry.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs: New or modified certification requirements may impose compliance expenses on food service businesses, particularly small operators with limited budgets
  • Regulatory scope: Questions about whether amendments expand or reduce certification standards, and whether changes align with federal food safety guidelines
  • Workforce impact: Potential effects on current food service managers who may need additional training or recertification under amended requirements

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

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