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Bills would create registry for local ‘‘limited‑purpose’’ entities to boost transparency

Utah House of Representatives · January 31, 2018
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Summary

Sponsors told the House that SB29 and SB28 aim to create a registry for local government and limited‑purpose entities after audits showed many are not registered; SB28 would require registration with the Lieutenant Governor and authorize the state auditor to withhold funds for noncompliance.

Legislation to create a registry of local government and limited‑purpose entities was presented to the Utah House on Jan. 30.

Sponsors said limited‑purpose entities often escape the same scrutiny as cities and counties and that the state does not currently know how many such entities operate in Utah. SB29 would require counties to publish information about local limited‑purpose entities on their websites; SB28 would require those entities to register with the Lieutenant Governor’s Office and would authorize the state auditor to withhold funds for failure to register or for noncompliance with financial reporting laws.

Supporters described the bills as responses to audit findings that showed incomplete registration and reporting. The House discussion during presentation emphasized the need for lists and better tracking so oversight can occur.

The bills were read and reported favorably out of committee; further floor action and final votes are recorded in committee reports and calendars in the transcript, but the provided segments do not show final passage on the House floor.