Utah Code § 34-30-13

Notwithstanding any other provision in this chapter to the contrary, the governor of the state of Utah may, in the governor's discretion, elect to suspend the provisions of this chapter in whole or in part if it becomes necessary to do so in order to comply with requirements imposed by the government of the United States, in order for the state of Utah to remain eligible for participation in programs which are financed in whole or in part by the United States government.