This report was produced as part of the Flexible Benefits Working Group, co-chaired by Senator John Johnson and Representative Ryan Wilcox, which was formed to study Utah’s SB 233, Portable Benefit Plan, and recommend opportunities for improvement.
While no system is impervious to every threat, the shift toward biometric passkeys marks a significant stride in online security. It's a marriage of convenience and safety — where your unique biological traits become the key to a more secure digital existence.
This bill would offer a pathway for independent contractors and gig workers to access affordable coverage options by clarifying that voluntary contributions from hiring parties will not create an employment relationship.