AI Regulation · Utah
Utah Artificial Intelligence Policy Act
SB 149 - enacted in Utah.
- Enacted
- Status
- 2024
- Enacted
- 6
- States with ai regulation laws
- 55/100
- Utah strictness
The bottom line
Utah Artificial Intelligence Policy Act is an enacted law in Utah, part of a still-emerging ai regulation landscape.
- Enacted
- effective 2024-05-01
- 6
- states have ai regulation laws
- 10/10
- ai regulation laws enacted nationally
- 55/100
- Utah strictness score
Data compiled 2026-03-18 from the official Utah legislative record linked below; laws can be amended or repealed after this date.
Regulatory Snapshot: Utah Artificial Intelligence Policy Act
Utah Artificial Intelligence Policy Act (SB 149) is an enacted law in Utah under the AI Regulation category. It was enacted on 2024-03-13 and becomes effective on 2024-05-01. Utah currently reports 4 tracked regulations with 4 already in force, giving the state a regulatory strictness score of 55/100 relative to the national baseline. PlainRegWatch compiled this entry's data on 2026-03-18; consult the linked official source for the current, authoritative text.
Nationally, 10 ai regulation statutes have been enacted and 0 additional bills remain pending - 6 distinct jurisdictions have codified rules in this area so far. That places Utah within a still-emerging ai regulation landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in SB 149 itself.
Applicability under Utah Artificial Intelligence Policy Act: GenAI interactions with Utah individuals. Enhanced for regulated occupations. Penalty exposure is documented as: Utah Consumer Sales Practices Act enforcement. Notable exemptions: Internal business operations without consumer interaction..
Summary
GenAI disclosure requirements, stricter for high-risk interactions.
Key Requirements
Disclosure for GenAI interactions. Mandatory for high-risk (sensitive data, significant decisions). Licensed professionals must disclose.
Penalties
Utah Consumer Sales Practices Act enforcement.
Applicability
GenAI interactions with Utah individuals. Enhanced for regulated occupations.
Exemptions
Internal business operations without consumer interaction.
Official Source
https://le.utah.gov/~2024/bills/static/SB0149.htmlHow Utah compares on ai regulation
6 states regulate ai regulation - Utah ranks #6 by overall regulatory strictness. Bar = state strictness score (0–100).
| # | State | Strictness |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 100 |
| 2 | Colorado | 76 |
| 3 | Texas | 69 |
| 4 | Illinois | 62 |
| 5 | New York | 62 |
| 6 | Utah (this state) | 55 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which states have ai regulation regulations?
As of the last verification, 6 states have enacted ai regulation regulations, with 0 additional bills pending across other states. Utah is among the states that has enacted such legislation. Browse all ai regulation regulations at plainregwatch.com for the complete state-by-state comparison.
When was Utah Artificial Intelligence Policy Act enacted?
Utah Artificial Intelligence Policy Act was enacted on 2024-03-13 and became effective on 2024-05-01. It was introduced as SB 149.
What are the penalties for violating Utah Artificial Intelligence Policy Act?
Utah Consumer Sales Practices Act enforcement. Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.
Does Utah Artificial Intelligence Policy Act apply to small businesses?
GenAI interactions with Utah individuals. Enhanced for regulated occupations. Many state regulations include thresholds or exemptions for smaller organizations. Review the full applicability criteria and consult legal counsel to determine your obligations.
How does Utah compare to other states on ai regulation?
Utah has a regulatory strictness score of 55/100, based on 4 enacted regulations out of 4 tracked. Nationally, 6 states have enacted ai regulation laws. Visit our state comparison page for a full ranking.
Where can I read the full text of Utah Artificial Intelligence Policy Act?
The official text of Utah Artificial Intelligence Policy Act (SB 149) is available from the Utah legislature. PlainRegWatch links to the official source for every tracked regulation. We recommend reviewing the full statute alongside qualified legal counsel for compliance planning.
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The bottom line
This law is already in force - here's what matters for ai regulation compliance.
- Utah Artificial Intelligence Policy Act is enacted in Utah, effective 2024-05-01. Official source
- 6 states now regulate ai regulation; Utah ranks #6 by strictness - compare requirements before you operate across state lines. Compare states
- See every regulation Utah tracks across all five policy areas. Utah profile
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