SB0124S02 | Child Welfare Modifications

Description
General Description: 

This bill addresses protective custody warrants and child safety warrants relating to child welfare.

Highlighted Provisions: 

Makes juvenile courts able to issue warrants to search a child's home, examine a child or interview a child if there is suspected abuse or there is evidence that the child's safety or health are at risk.

Bill Details
Year: 
2026
Status: 
Senate/ filed
Last Action: 
Mar 06, 2026
Sponsor
Senator
Democrat - District 10
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note Amount: 
$0
None
Utah PTA Response
Utah PTA Position
Support
Impact on Children: 

Helps protect children from abuse

Commission: 
Family Life
Utah PTA Public Policy Program
National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions: 

That Utah PTA and its constituent associations advocate for adequate laws to protect children in all areas of child abuse, neglect, maltreatment, and exploitation