Utah Education Association President Renèe Pinkney and Policy and Research Director Jay Blain presented the association’s budget priorities during the Public Education Appropriation Subcommittee...
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NAACP Asks Gov. Cox to Veto HB215
From our friends at the NAACP: “We are extremely disappointed that HB215 passed,” said Jeanetta Williams, NAACP President for the states of Idaho, Nevada, and Utah. The NAACP is asking Governor Cox...
UEA Response To Legislature’s Passing of H.B. 215
On Thursday, January 26, 2023, the Utah Senate voted in favor of H.B. 215, which gives $42 million of public money to private schools. It awaits Governor Spencer Cox's signature. After which, it is...
Pres. Pinkney Speaks At Rally Opposing HB215
"As an educator for more than 27 years, I believe in the mission of our public schools, and the value of helping our students achieve success in their education. I understand the incredible...
UEA Call to Action – Your Voice Matters This Weekend
Tell Your Legislators to Vote Against Private School Vouchers in Utah The legislature is fast-tracking a private school voucher bill. On Thursday, the House Education Committee passed HB 215. Less...
HB215 Passes Out of House Education Committee
The House Education Committee spent several hours debating HB 215 Funding for Teacher Salaries and Optional Educational Opportunities on Thursday, January 19, which proposes both a private school...
UEA President’s Open Letter Regarding HB215
Utah Education Association Opposes House Bill 215
Utah Education Association opposes House Bill 215. It is a voucher bill sponsored by Rep. Candice B. Pierucci (R-Herriman) and Sen. Kirk A. Cullimore (R-Sandy) during the first week of the 2023 Utah...
Welcome to the 2023 Legislative Session
With the 2023 Utah Legislative Session beginning Tuesday, Jan 17, nearly 250 bills and resolutions have been filed by Utah lawmakers. As a point of interest, Utah Education Association’s legislative...
UEA Partnership Provides Affordable Academic Credits for Members
Three Online Academic Credit Courses. Up to nine credits for $225 TOTAL! Utah Education Association (UEA) has partnered with Augustana University and VESi to offer members an annual online course...