This bill addresses sexual misconduct between certain care providers and individuals experiencing a vulnerability.
What the bill says
An act described in Subsection (2)(b) is not a defense to prosecution under this section. (6) This section does not apply if the actor is married to, cohabiting with, or has a pre-existing consensual sexual relationship with the vulnerable adult before the vulnerable adult: (a) is placed under the care or responsibility of the actor; or (b) becomes a patient of, or receives services from, the health care facility or human services program where the actor is employed, volunteers, or otherwise assists. Section 2. Effective date. This bill takes effect on May 7, 2025 . 1-20-25 4:40 PM.
From the amended text:
an act described in Subsection (2)(b) is not a defense to prosecution under this section. (6) This section does not apply if the actor is married to, cohabiting with, or has a pre-existing consensual sexual relationship with the vulnerable adult before the vulnerable adult: (a) is placed under the care or responsibility of the actor; or (b) becomes a patient of, or receives services from, the health care facility or human services program where the actor is employed, volunteers, or otherwise assists. Section 2. Effective date. This bill takes effect on May 7, 2025 . 1-20-25 4:40 PM
Subjects: Sexual Offenses, Crimes, Health Care Facilities, Health Care, Hospitals, Health and Human Services, Health Care Professionals, Public Safety
Common questions
What is SB81?
SB81 is a bill in the Utah Legislature (2025 General Session): Care Provider Abuse Modifications.
What does SB81 do?
In its own words: An act described in Subsection (2)(b) is not a defense to prosecution under this section. (6) This section does not apply if the actor is married to, cohabiting with, or has a pre-existing consensual sexual relationship with the vulnerable adult before the vulnerable adult: (a) is placed under the care or responsibility of the actor; or (b) becomes a patient of, or receives services from, the health care facility or human services program where the actor is employed, volunteers, or otherwise assists. Section 2. Effective date. This bill takes effect on May 7, 2025 . 1-20-25 4:40 PM.
What is the status of SB81?
Failed as of March 7, 2025. Latest action: Senate/ filed (March 7, 2025).
Who sponsored SB81?
Plumb, Jen (D, 9), with 1 co-sponsor.
Where is the official record for SB81?
On the Utah Legislature website: https://le.utah.gov/~2025/bills/static/SB0081.html