SB 204: Reducing Regulation in Everyday Life
This bill establishes consistent standards for the permit application process.
SB 98: Changes to Civil Asset Forfeiture
This bill makes several changes to civil asset forfeiture law following months of negotiation with law enforcement agencies.
HB 82: Simplifying Accessory Apartments
Homeowners in Utah should be allowed to convert a portion of their home into an accessory apartment.
Eminent Domain Abuse in the Name of Parks and Recreation
Should the government be able to take your property to build a public park? It's quite likely, there's nothing standing in their way.
What COVID-19 has taught us about short-term rental regulations
Should people be able to rent out a portion of their home on a short term basis? There's no reason to prohibit it and coming out of COVID-19, people may need to.
HB 261: Limiting Eminent Domain
This bill further limits the government's ability to take land and property for uses that are not absolutely necessary for the public need.
HB 131: Letting Local Government Enact Rent Control
This bill would allow local governments to create "rent control" laws that arbitrarily impose price restrictions on the cost of renting property.
A Modest Proposal to Help Seniors with Property Taxes
Property tax deferrals for seniors could help homeowners enjoy their property in the twilight of their lives.
Get The Government Off My Lawn
In many Utah cities, an unkempt lawn is a criminal offense—should it be?
Eminent Domain: A Fancy Name for Property Theft
Property rights sound great in theory, but the law still needs to be improved to make sure the government can't take your property when it thinks it needs it.