Utah Code tit. 79, ch. 79-8, pt. 79-8-P4 — Outdoor Recreational Infrastructure Grant Program | Utah Code (current version as served 2026-10-18) — Utah

Utah Code § 79-8-401 Creation and purpose of infrastructure grant program.

79-8-401. Creation and purpose of infrastructure grant program. (1) There is created the Outdoor Recreational Infrastructure Grant Program administered by the division. (2) The division may seek to accomplish the following objectives in administering the infrastructure grant program: (a) build, maintain, and promote recreational infrastructure projects to provide greater access to low-cost outdoor recreation for the state's citizens; (b) encourage residents and nonresidents of the state to take advantage of the beauty of Utah's outdoors; (c) encourage individuals and businesses to relocate to the state; (d) promote outdoor exercise; and (e) provide outdoor recreational opportunities to an underserved community in the state. (3) The advisory committee shall advise and make recommendations to the division regarding infrastructure grants. Amended by Chapter 392, 2026 General Session

Utah Code § 79-8-402 Rulemaking and requirements for awarding an infrastructure grant.

79-8-402. Rulemaking and requirements for awarding an infrastructure grant. (1) In accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, and after consultation with the advisory committee, the division shall make rules establishing the eligibility and reporting criteria for an entity to receive an infrastructure grant, including: (a) the form and process of submitting an application to the division for an infrastructure grant; (b) which entities are eligible to apply for an infrastructure grant; (c) specific categories of recreational infrastructure projects that are eligible for an infrastructure grant; (d) the method and formula for determining grant amounts; and (e) the reporting requirements of grant recipients. (2) In determining the award of an infrastructure grant, the division may prioritize a recreational infrastructure project that will serve an underserved community. (3) An infrastructure grant may only be awarded by the executive director after consultation with the director and the advisory committee. (4) A for-profit entity may not receive an infrastructure grant under this part. (5) An infrastructure grant may only be awarded under this part: (a) for a recreational infrastructure project that is accessible to the general public; and (b) subject to Subsections (6) and (7), if the grant recipient agrees to provide matching funds having a value: (i) equal to or greater than the amount of the infrastructure grant; or (ii) established in accordance with rules made by the division, after consultation with the advisory committee, and in accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act. (6) Up to 50% of the grant recipient match described in Subsection (5)(b) may be provided through an in-kind contribution by the grant recipient, if: (a) approved by the executive director after consultation with the director and the advisory committee; and (b) the in-kind donation does not include real property. (7) An infrastructure grant may not be awarded under this part if the grant, or the grant recipient match described in Subsection (5)(b), will be used for the purchase of real property or for the purchase or transfer of a conservation easement. Amended by Chapter 48, 2023 General Session