Written by 2023 Policy Ambassador Aironn Bishop, Millard School District The 2023 Utah Legislative Session has just begun and there is a lot centering around education once again. Why is it...
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...
"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...
As a school teacher, I am deeply concerned about the proposed legislative bill HB215 (Funding for Teacher Salaries and Optional Education Opportunities) that would redirect public education funds...
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...
The FY2024 budget proposed by Utah Gov. Spencer Cox includes what he is calling the largest teacher compensation increase in Utah's history. The $200 million budget line item would provide each...
The Utah State Board of Education (USBE) and its standing committees meet regularly to discuss changes to administrative rules. UEA staff monitor and participate in these meetings on behalf of UEA...
Utah State Board of Education Meetings – September 8-9 The Utah State Board of Education (USBE) and its standing committees meet regularly to discuss changes to administrative rules. UEA staff...
The Public Appropriations Subcommittee heard several reports, including a presentation on the Public Education Capstone Audit. Public Education Appropriations Subcommittee (reported by Jay Blain):...
During its first meeting of 2022, the Education Interim Committee approved items it will be considering between now and the 2023 General Legislative Session. Education Interim Committee (reported by...
The UEA officially asked Governor Spencer Cox to veto a bill that would expand private school vouchers. Senate Bill 62 – Special Needs Opportunity Scholarship Program Amendments expands a voucher...
During the 2022 General Legislative Session, the UEA was instrumental in creating and passing a law (House Bill 396) that provides licensed educators with self-directed, paid time for most...