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Committee approves electronic‑signature changes for trusts, powers of attorney
Utah House Judiciary Committee · January 28, 2026
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Summary
The Judiciary Committee unanimously adopted and favorably recommended HB 181, allowing electronic signatures and remote notarization for non‑testamentary estate planning documents to increase access while members discussed safeguards against counterfeiting.
Representative Jason Abbott presented HB 181, a measure adopting Uniform Law Commission guidance to permit electronic signatures and remote notarization for non‑testamentary estate‑planning documents — including powers of attorney, medical directives and certificates…
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