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SB 213

Utah Payment of Wages Act Statute of Limitations

2026 General Session Introduced by Keven Stratton

SB 213 modifies Utah wage claim statute of limitations, changing the period workers have to pursue unpaid wage violations with committee approval.

Senate/ placed on 2nd Reading Calendar
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Bill Summary · SB 213

Legislative bill overview

SB 213 modifies Utah's Payment of Wages Act by altering the statute of limitations for wage-related claims. The bill, sponsored by Senator Keven Stratton, has received a favorable recommendation from the Senate Business and Labor Committee and is currently in the legislative process. The specific changes to the limitations period will affect how long workers have to pursue unpaid wage claims.

Why is this important

The statute of limitations determines the window during which employees can legally pursue claims for unpaid wages, affecting worker protections and employer liability. This change could either expand worker access to remedies for wage violations or limit their legal options, depending on whether the timeframe is extended or shortened. The favorable committee recommendation suggests bipartisan support, but the practical impact depends on the direction and magnitude of the change.

Potential points of contention

  • Worker protection vs. business certainty: Longer limitations periods protect workers but create longer liability exposure for employers; shorter periods favor business predictability but may disadvantage workers with delayed discovery of violations
  • Alignment with other labor laws: The change may create inconsistencies with federal wage law timelines or other state labor protections, causing confusion about applicable deadlines
  • Retroactive application: Unclear whether the new timeframe applies to violations that occurred before the bill's enactment, potentially affecting pending cases

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

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