Utah 2026 General Session Status: Enacted 2 R cosponsors

SB 130 — River Restoration Amendments

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This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced January 13, 2026. Enacted.

Signed by Governor Spencer Cox (Republican) on March 25, 2026.

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Bill Text

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The updated version of Bill SB 130 modifies how funds for Jordan River improvement projects are managed. It now allows the Division of Forestry, Fire, and State Lands to spend money on projects along the entire river and requires consultation with the Jordan River Commission. Additionally, it establishes a matching grant program for local governments and allocates $2 million in funding for this program, enhancing access to recreational activities on the river. These changes are important because they promote better management and improved public access to the Jordan River, which can benefit both the ecosystem and the community.

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River Restoration Amendments GENERAL SESSION STATE OF UTAH Chief Sponsor:
3 LONG TITLE General Description:
Cheryl K.
Acton Cosponsor:
Stephanie Pitcher 3 LONG TITLE General Description:
▸ creates a matching grant program for counties and municipalities to fund improvement projects that increase access to a recreational activity on the Jordan River;
▸ creates a matching grant program for a county, municipality, or the Jordan River Commission to fund improvement projects that increase access to a recreational activity on the Jordan River;
S ▸ {directs } appropriates funding {from the Outdoor Adventure Infrastructure RestricteB Account to } for the matching grant program;
▸ appropriates funding for the matching grant program;
and 1 ▸ makes technical and conforming changes.
and ▸ makes technical and conforming changes.
3 SB0130 compared with SB0130S01 Money Appropriated in this Bill:
Money Appropriated in this Bill:
▸ This bill appropriates $2,000,000 in operating and capital budgets for fiscal year 2027, all of which is from the General Fund.
This bill appropriates $2,000,000 in operating and capital budgets for fiscal year 2027, all of which is from the General Fund.
{51-9-902 (Effective 05/06/26) (Superseded 07/01/26), as last amended by Laws of Utah 2025, Chapter 498} {51-9-902 (Effective 07/01/26), as last amended by Laws of Utah 2025, Chapter 285} 65A-2-8 {(Effective 05/06/26)}, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2022, Chapters 223, 357 Be it enacted by the Legislature of the state of Utah:
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130 Enrolled Copy 65A-2-8, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2022, Chapters 223, 357 Be it enacted by the Legislature of the state of Utah:
Section 51-9-902 is amended to read:
} 51-9-902.
Outdoor Adventure Infrastructure Restricted Account.
(1) There is created within the General Fund a restricted account known as the "Outdoor Adventure Infrastructure Restricted Account." (2) The account shall consist of:
(a) money deposited into the account under Subsection 59-12-103(15);
and (b) interest and earnings on money in the account.
(3) Subject to appropriation from the Legislature, money from the account shall be used for:
(a) new construction of outdoor recreation infrastructure;
(b) upgrades of outdoor recreation infrastructure;
(c) the replacement of or structural improvements to outdoor recreation infrastructure;
(d) the acquisition of land, a right-of-way, or easement used in relationship to outdoor recreation infrastructure;
(e) providing access from state highways, as defined in Section 72-1-102, to outdoor recreation infrastructure;
(f) the costs associated with bringing new construction or upgrades of outdoor recreation infrastructure into environmental compliance;
- 2 - SB0130 compared with SB0130S01 (g) strategic planning related to the development of outdoor recreation infrastructure;
(h) facilitating avalanche safety forecasting to protect the public in relation to outdoor recreation infrastructure;
or (i) clean up or security relating to outdoor recreation infrastructure.
(4) For each fiscal year, beginning with fiscal year 2025-2026, the Division of Finance shall, subject to appropriation by the Legislature, distribute money from the Outdoor Adventure Infrastructure Restricted Account as follows:
(a) at least 15% to the Department of Natural Resources - Division of State Parks - Capital, to be expended using the department's existing prioritization process for capital projects in state parks described in Subsection (3);
(b) at least 22% to the Department of Natural Resources - Division of Outdoor Recreation - Capital, to be expended for competitive Recreation Restoration Infrastructure grants or Outdoor Recreational Infrastructure grants for outdoor recreation capital projects and related maintenance expenses, where maintenance expenses do not exceed 15% of the appropriation;
(c) at least 53% to the Department of Natural Resources - Division of Outdoor Recreation - Capital, to be expended for larger outdoor recreation infrastructure projects described in Subsection (3) as recommended to the Legislature by the Outdoor Adventure Commission;[ and] (d) at least [10%] 8% to the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity - Utah Fairpark Area Investment and Restoration District, created in Section 11-70-201, to be expended for the development and operation of the district[.] ;
and (e) at least 2% to the Department of Natural Resources - Division of Forestry, Fire, and State Lands, created in Section 65A-1-4, to be expended for Jordan River recreational access grants described in Subsection 65A-2-8(5)(b)(iii).
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(5) If the Legislature appropriates money to the Department of Transportation from the account, the Transportation Commission, created in Section 72-1-301, shall prioritize projects and determine funding levels in accordance with Subsection 72-1-303(1)(a) based on recommendations of the Department of Transportation.
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Section 51-9-902 is amended to read:
} 51-9-902.
Outdoor Adventure Infrastructure Restricted Account.
(1) There is created within the General Fund a restricted account known as the "Outdoor Adventure Infrastructure Restricted Account." - 3 - SB0130 compared with SB0130S01 (2) The account shall consist of:
(a) money deposited into the account under Subsection 59-12-103(4)(h);
and (b) interest and earnings on money in the account.
(3) Subject to appropriation from the Legislature, money from the account shall be used for:
(a) new construction of outdoor recreation infrastructure;
(b) upgrades of outdoor recreation infrastructure;
(c) the replacement of or structural improvements to outdoor recreation infrastructure;
(d) the acquisition of land, a right-of-way, or easement used in relationship to outdoor recreation infrastructure;
(e) providing access from state highways, as defined in Section 72-1-102, to outdoor recreation infrastructure;
(f) the costs associated with bringing new construction or upgrades of outdoor recreation infrastructure into environmental compliance;
(g) strategic planning related to the development of outdoor recreation infrastructure;
(h) facilitating avalanche safety forecasting to protect the public in relation to outdoor recreation infrastructure;
or (i) clean up or security relating to outdoor recreation infrastructure.
(4) For each fiscal year, beginning with fiscal year 2025-2026, the Division of Finance shall, subject to appropriation by the Legislature, distribute money from the Outdoor Adventure Infrastructure Restricted Account as follows:
(a) at least 15% to the Department of Natural Resources - Division of State Parks - Capital, to be expended using the department's existing prioritization process for capital projects in state parks described in Subsection (3);
(b) at least 22% to the Department of Natural Resources - Division of Outdoor Recreation - Capital, to be expended for competitive Recreation Restoration Infrastructure grants or Outdoor Recreational Infrastructure grants for outdoor recreation capital projects and related maintenance expenses, where maintenance expenses do not exceed 15% of the appropriation;
(c) at least 53% to the Department of Natural Resources - Division of Outdoor Recreation - Capital, to be expended for larger outdoor recreation infrastructure projects described in Subsection (3) as recommended to the Legislature by the Outdoor Adventure Commission;[ and] - 4 - SB0130 compared with SB0130S01 (d) at least [10%] 8% to the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity - Utah Fairpark Area Investment and Restoration District created in Section 11-70-201 for the development and operation of the district[.] ;
and (e) at least 2% to the Department of Natural Resources - Division of Forestry, Fire, and State Lands, created in Section 65A-1-4, to be expended for Jordan River recreational access grants described in Subsection 65A-2-8(5)(b)(iii).
(5) If the Legislature appropriates money to the Department of Transportation from the account, the Transportation Commission, created in Section 72-1-301, shall prioritize projects and determine funding levels in accordance with Subsection 72-1-303(1)(a) based on recommendations of the Department of Transportation.
65A-2-8.
65A-2-8 .
{(Effective 05/06/26)}Jordan River improvement projects -- Grants.
Jordan River improvement projects -- Grants.
and] [(D) supporting Tracy Aviary, a nature area, bike or boat rental concessionaire, or other partnerships to enhance recreation in the zone;] [(iii) funding programs to clean the zone, remove invasive species, and restore riparian habitat;] [(iv) hiring or contracting for personnel to perform tasks as directed by the commission;] [(v) partnering or contracting with an urban ranger or conservation corp operated by a state institution of higher education or similar service-oriented organizations or programs:] - 5 - SB0130 compared with SB0130S01 [(A) to provide trail, river, and parkway maintenance, invasive species removal and revegetation, emergency care, and environmental education for the area 250 yards on each side of the Jordan River from the edge of the river for the entire length of the river;
and] [(D) supporting Tracy Aviary, a nature area, bike or boat rental concessionaire, or other partnerships to enhance recreation in the zone;] [(iii) funding programs to clean the zone, remove invasive species, and restore riparian habitat;] [(iv) hiring or contracting for personnel to perform tasks as directed by the commission;] [(v) partnering or contracting with an urban ranger or conservation corp operated by a state institution of higher education or similar service-oriented organizations or programs:] [(A) to provide trail, river, and parkway maintenance, invasive species removal and revegetation, emergency care, and environmental education for the area 250 yards on each side of the Jordan River from the edge of the river for the entire length of the river;
and] [(B) to report to the appropriate public official all health, safety, or law enforcement concerns that the organization encounters, as directed by the commission;
and] [(B) to report to the appropriate public official all health, safety, or law enforcement concerns that the organization encounters, as directed by the - 2 - Enrolled Copy S.B.
130 commission;
and] [(b) purchase, lease, sell, or dispose of property or an easement within the zone to achieve the goals in Subsection (2)(a).] [(3) (a) Before engaging in any activity described in Subsections (2)(a)(i) through (2)(a)(iii) or Subsection (2)(b), the division shall receive the approval of:] [(i) the commission;] [(ii) any relevant governmental entity that owns or is responsible for the maintenance of real property within the zone, including Salt Lake County Flood Control;
and] [(b) purchase, lease, sell, or dispose of property or an easement within the zone to achieve the goals in Subsection (2)(a).] [(3)(a) Before engaging in any activity described in Subsections (2)(a)(i) through (2)(a)(iii) or Subsection (2)(b), the division shall receive the approval of:] [(i) the commission;] [(ii) any relevant governmental entity that owns or is responsible for the maintenance of real property within the zone, including Salt Lake County Flood Control;
- 6 - SB0130 compared with SB0130S01 (c) a partnership to increase access to a recreational activity on the Jordan River, including a bike or boat rental concessionaire, an animal preserve or sanctuary, or other partnership;
(c) a partnership to increase access to a recreational activity on the Jordan River, including a bike or boat rental concessionaire, an animal preserve or sanctuary, or other partnership;
(C) emergency care;
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130 Enrolled Copy (C) emergency care;
(5) (a) The [programs] activities described in this section may only be implemented as appropriations from the Legislature allow.
(5)(a) The [programs] activities described in this section may only be implemented as appropriations from the Legislature allow.
(b) (i) Money appropriated to [programs] an activity in this section is managed by the division in accordance with this section and may include the division [dispersing money through ]issuing grants.
(b)(i) Money appropriated to [programs] an activity in this section is managed by the division in accordance with this section and may include the division [dispersing money through ]issuing grants.
- 7 - SB0130 compared with SB0130S01 (iii) The division may issue a matching grant to a county or municipality for an improvement project that increases recreational access on the Jordan River, if the county or municipality:
(iii) The division may issue a matching grant to a county, municipality, or the commission for an improvement project that increases recreational access on the Jordan River, if the county, municipality, or commission:
(A) provides an equal amount of matching funds;
(A) provides at least an equal amount of matching funds;
and (B) certifies that the county or municipality will spend the grant funds on an improvement project that increases recreational access or improves public safety along the Jordan River.
and (B) certifies that the county, municipality, or commission will spend the grant funds on an improvement project that increases recreational access or improves public safety along the Jordan River.
(c) Money that the Legislature appropriates to [programs] an activity or program described in this section is nonlapsing in accordance with Section 63J-1-602.2.
(c) Money that the Legislature appropriates to [programs] an activity or program - 4 - Enrolled Copy S.B.
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130 described in this section is nonlapsing in accordance with Section 63J-1-602.2.
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Effective date.
(1) {Except as provided in Subsection (2), this } This bill takes effect on May 6, 2026.
This bill takes effect on May 6, 2026.
{(2) {The actions affecting Section 51-9-902 (Effective 07/01/26) take effect on July 1, 2026.} } 1-23-26 8:02 AM - 8 -
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The bill amends provisions related to Jordan River improvement projects by expanding funding opportunities and clarifying the consultation requirements for the Division of Forestry, Fire, and State Lands.

  • 65A-2-8

    the Jordan River Recreation Area, the area 250 yards on each side of the Jordan River from the edge of the river between SR-201 and 5400 South.

    The definition of 'Zone' has been removed, simplifying the scope of areas covered by the improvements.

  • 65A-2-8

    purchase, lease, sell, or dispose of property or an easement within the zone to achieve the goals in Subsection (2)(a). → purchase, lease, sell, or dispose of property or an easement along the entire length of the Jordan River to achieve the goals in Subsection (2)(a).

    Expands the division's ability to manage property along the entire length of the Jordan River instead of just within the defined zone.

  • 65A-2-8

    to provide trail, river, and parkway maintenance, invasive species removal and revegetation, emergency care, and environmental education for the area 250 yards on each side of the Jordan River from the edge of the river for the entire length of the river; → to provide trail, river, and parkway maintenance, invasive species removal and revegetation, emergency care, and environmental education along the entire length of the Jordan River;

    Allows for maintenance and educational activities along the entire length of the Jordan River, not just within a specific area.

  • 65A-2-8

    Before expending money for → Before expending money for an activity described in Subsection (2),

    Clarifies the requirement for consultation with the commission prior to fund expenditure.

  • 65A-2-8

    prior to fund expenditure; and to report to the appropriate public official all health, safety, or law enforcement concerns that the organization encounters, as directed by the commission; → and to report to the appropriate public official a health, safety, or law enforcement concern along the Jordan River;

    Refines the reporting requirement for health and safety concerns to be specific and focused on the Jordan River.

  • 65A-2-8

    Money appropriated to [programs] an activity in this section is managed by the division in accordance with this section and may include the division [dispersing money through ]issuing grants. → Money appropriated to an activity in this section is managed by the division in accordance with this section and may include the division issuing grants.

    Clarifies that the management of funds and grant issuance is specifically for an activity in this section.

  • 65A-2-8

    Money that the Legislature appropriates to [programs] an activity or program described in this section is nonlapsing in accordance with Section 63J-1-602.2. → Money that the Legislature appropriates to an activity described in this section is nonlapsing in accordance with Section 63J-1-602.2.

    Ensures that appropriated funds for the defined activities do not lapse, maintaining availability for their intended purpose.

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Action History

  1. Governor Signed

  2. Senate/ to Governor

  3. Senate/ received enrolled bill from Printing

  4. Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing

  5. Enrolled Bill Returned to House or Senate

  6. Draft of Enrolled Bill Prepared

  7. Bill Received from Senate for Enrolling

  8. Senate/ signed by President/ sent for enrolling

  9. Senate/ received from House

  10. House/ to Senate

  11. House/ signed by Speaker/ returned to Senate

  12. House/ received from Senate

  13. Senate/ to House

  14. Senate/ concurs with House amendment

  15. Senate/ placed on Concurrence Calendar

  16. Senate/ received from House

  17. House/ to Senate

  18. House/ passed 3rd reading

  19. House/ Rules to 3rd Reading Calendar

  20. House/ lifted from standing committee [House Rules Committee]

  21. House/ to standing committee [House Political Subdivisions Committee]

  22. House/ return to Rules due to fiscal impact [House Rules Committee]

  23. House/ circled

  24. House/ 3rd reading

  25. House/ 2nd reading

  26. House/ comm rpt/ amended [House Political Subdivisions Committee]

  27. House Comm - Favorable Recommendation [House Political Subdivisions Committee]

  28. House Comm - Amendment Recommendation [House Political Subdivisions Committee]

  29. House Comm - Amendment Recommendation [House Political Subdivisions Committee]

  30. House/ to standing committee [House Political Subdivisions Committee]

  31. House/ 1st reading (Introduced)

  32. LFA/ fiscal note publicly available for SB0130S01

  33. House/ received from Senate

  34. Senate/ to House

  35. Senate/ passed 3rd reading

  36. Senate/ substituted

  37. Senate/ uncircled

  38. LFA/ fiscal note sent to sponsor for SB0130S01

  39. LFA/ bill sent to agencies for fiscal input for SB0130S01

  40. LFA/ bill assigned to staff for fiscal analysis for SB0130S01

  41. Senate/ circled

  42. Senate/ 3rd reading

  43. Senate/ passed 2nd reading

  44. Senate/ uncircled

  45. Senate/ circled

  46. Senate/ 2nd reading

  47. Senate/ Rules to 2nd Reading Calendar

  48. Senate/ 1st reading (Introduced)

  49. Senate/ received fiscal note from Fiscal Analyst

  50. LFA/ fiscal note publicly available for SB0130

  51. LFA/ fiscal note sent to sponsor for SB0130

  52. Senate/ received bill from Legislative Research

  53. LFA/ bill sent to agencies for fiscal input for SB0130

  54. LFA/ bill assigned to staff for fiscal analysis for SB0130

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