Data Privacy · Utah
Utah Consumer Privacy Act
SB 227 - enacted in Utah.
- Enacted
- Status
- 2022
- Enacted
- 21
- States with data privacy laws
- 55/100
- Utah strictness
The bottom line
Utah Consumer Privacy Act is an enacted law in Utah, part of a mature, broadly-adopted data privacy landscape.
- Enacted
- effective 2023-12-31
- 21
- states have data privacy laws
- 21/21
- data privacy 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Data compiled 2026-03-18 from the official Utah legislative record linked below; laws can be amended or repealed after this date.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 Consumer Privacy Act
Utah Consumer Privacy Act (SB 227) is an enacted law in Utah under the Data Privacy category. It was enacted on 2022-03-24 and becomes effective on 2023-12-31. 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, 21 data privacy statutes have been enacted and 0 additional bills remain pending - 21 distinct jurisdictions have codified rules in this area so far. That places Utah within a mature and broadly adopted data privacy landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in SB 227 itself.
Applicability under Utah Consumer Privacy Act: $25M+ revenue AND 100K+ UT consumers, or 25K+ with 50%+ data sale revenue. Penalty exposure is documented as: $7,500/violation. AG with 30-day cure. No private action. Notable exemptions: Government, HIPAA, GLBA, nonprofits, higher ed, tribes..
Summary
Business-friendly with narrower scope. No universal opt-out requirement.
Key Requirements
Access, deletion, portability, opt-out of ads/sales. Privacy notice. Sensitive data consent.
Penalties
$7,500/violation. AG with 30-day cure. No private action.
Applicability
$25M+ revenue AND 100K+ UT consumers, or 25K+ with 50%+ data sale revenue.
Exemptions
Government, HIPAA, GLBA, nonprofits, higher ed, tribes.
Official Source
https://le.utah.gov/~2022/bills/static/SB0227.htmlHow Utah compares on data privacy
21 states regulate data privacy - Utah ranks #9 by overall regulatory strictness. Bar = state strictness score (0–100).
| # | State | Strictness |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 100 |
| 2 | Colorado | 76 |
| 3 | Texas | 69 |
| 4 | Connecticut | 62 |
| 5 | Minnesota | 62 |
| 6 | Oregon | 62 |
| 7 | Delaware | 59 |
| 8 | Virginia | 59 |
| 9 | Utah (this state) | 55 |
| 10 | Florida | 48 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which states have data privacy regulations?
As of the last verification, 21 states have enacted data privacy regulations, with 0 additional bills pending across other states. Utah is among the states that has enacted such legislation. Browse all data privacy regulations at plainregwatch.com for the complete state-by-state comparison.
When was Utah Consumer Privacy Act enacted?
Utah Consumer Privacy Act was enacted on 2022-03-24 and became effective on 2023-12-31. It was introduced as SB 227.
What are the penalties for violating Utah Consumer Privacy Act?
$7,500/violation. AG with 30-day cure. No private action. Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.
Does Utah Consumer Privacy Act apply to small businesses?
$25M+ revenue AND 100K+ UT consumers, or 25K+ with 50%+ data sale revenue. 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 data privacy?
Utah has a regulatory strictness score of 55/100, based on 4 enacted regulations out of 4 tracked. Nationally, 21 states have enacted data privacy laws. Visit our state comparison page for a full ranking.
Where can I read the full text of Utah Consumer Privacy Act?
The official text of Utah Consumer Privacy Act (SB 227) 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 data privacy compliance.
- Utah Consumer Privacy Act is enacted in Utah, effective 2023-12-31. Official source
- 21 states now regulate data privacy; Utah ranks #9 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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