Committee advances expansion of Utah Marriage Commission fees to support Spanish translations and services
February 23, 2026 | 2026 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
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Representative Ballard told the committee HB 324 would expand the marriage commission’s user fees to keep funds dedicated to supporting relationship education rather than the general fund.
He emphasized three elements: the fees are intended as user fees; they would help translate relationship courses and materials into Spanish; and the commission’s content supports Utahns at all stages of relationships without defining or prioritizing any marital status.
The sponsor waived closing; the committee moved to favorably recommend HB 324. The chair recorded several 'ayes' and noted three members voted against (transcript recorded opposing votes as 'Bean, Bloom and Plum'); the bill passed out favorably.
He emphasized three elements: the fees are intended as user fees; they would help translate relationship courses and materials into Spanish; and the commission’s content supports Utahns at all stages of relationships without defining or prioritizing any marital status.
The sponsor waived closing; the committee moved to favorably recommend HB 324. The chair recorded several 'ayes' and noted three members voted against (transcript recorded opposing votes as 'Bean, Bloom and Plum'); the bill passed out favorably.
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