On March 1, the Utah legislature passed HB477- Full-day Kindergarten Amendments sponsored by Rep. Robert Spendlove (R-Sandy). It awaits Gov. Spencer Cox’s signature. If signed into law, it will go...
In House Education on February 13, the committee unanimously approved HB 308 School Grading Modifications. The bill sponsored by Rep. Douglas Welton (R-Payson) eliminates the single letter grade and...
Two new Senate bills were presented in the Senate Education Committee on Wednesday, February 8. First, SB 166 was presented by Sen. Lincoln Fillmore (R-South Jordan). He stated the focus of the bill...
February 3’s Educator Day on the Hill Day was filled with around 90 educators attending! UEA Policy Ambassadors and Advanced Policy Ambassadors met on Thursday evening for a legislative preview...
The 2023 Utah Legislative Session has just begun, and a lot is centering around education again. Why is it essential for educators to be involved, and how do they get involved? Educators' plates are...
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...