HB81, a bill that bans fluoride in Utah's public water systems, raises concerns about impacts on underserved communities. Oral health professionals warn the bill could increase dental costs and worsen access to care for low-income residents.

The Utah Legislature wrapped up its 2025 legislative session late Friday, having passed 582 bills. Utah families will be impacted by these laws — let’s look at a few that passed and a few that did not.

Doulas who help women and families during pregnancies could be eligible for reimbursement from Medicaid under a bill that’s made it through the Utah Senate.

The process of adjusting fluoride quantities to recommended ... residents who receive fluoridated water — in Salt Lake County, Davis County and Brigham City — experience tooth decay at rates ...