I sent a direct email to all of the Chapter about this bill. Rep. Gwynn was open to changes to exclude fitness for duty tests for off-duty injuries. He shared with me that his purpose of this bill is to correct an issue of a "few bad actors" that make employees pay upfront or make employees pay for the tests themselves. He is not trying to place a significant burden on employers, he just wants the issues corrected. 

Bill Link: https://le.utah.gov/Session/2026/bills/static/HB0130.html

Summary: This bill modifies the general labor code as a clean up bill. Employers cannot charge prospective or current employees the expenses of medical examination, including phsyical exams and drug testing. A reimbursement arrangement is also prohibited. 

Upon receipt of a violation, the Division of Antidiscriminiation and Labor will investigate and could incur penaty and fines. It is proposed a person that violates the provisions is guilty of a class B misdemeanor. 

David's Personal take: I don't see big changes from the original code. It was already prohibited for employers to change medical fees of employees or prospective employees.  The new language is more clear and follows the patterns of other code sections. It looks like the penalties increase or allow different penalty options for the Labor Commission. 

*General Disclaimer: David's take is is his own personal opinion and is non legal binding nor is the official position of the Chapter.