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HB 373

Service Marketplace Platforms Amendments

2025 General Session Introduced by Jason Thompson and 1 co-sponsor

Governor signed HB 373, modifying Utah's service marketplace platform regulations affecting gig economy operations, worker treatment, and consumer protections.

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Bill Summary · HB 373

Legislative bill overview

HB 373 amends Utah's regulations governing service marketplace platforms (such as Uber, Lyft, TaskRabbit, and similar gig economy services). The bill modifies how these platforms operate, interact with workers, and comply with state requirements. The Governor signed it on March 26, 2025, making it law.

Why is this important

Service marketplace platforms significantly impact Utah's labor market and consumer economy, affecting thousands of workers and users. Changes to platform regulations can influence worker protections, earnings, platform pricing, and accessibility to gig work opportunities across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Worker classification: Whether workers remain independent contractors or receive additional protections traditionally associated with employee status
  • Platform accountability: The extent to which platforms bear responsibility for worker safety, insurance, and dispute resolution
  • Consumer costs and service availability: How regulatory changes might affect pricing for users and service availability in rural or lower-income areas

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

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