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HB0001S01 | Public Education Base Budget Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill supplements or reduces appropriations otherwise provided for the support and operation of public education for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024, and appropriates funds for the support and operation of public education for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024, and ending June 30, 2025.

Highlighted Provisions:

This is the Public Education Funding bill

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0001S01

Year:

2024

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 13, 2024

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

$17,290,013,800

This bill appropriates $19,093,800 in operating and capital budgets for fiscal year 2024, including: $9,122,900 from the Uniform School Fund; and $9,970,900 from various sources as detailed in this bill. This bill appropriates $7,742,706,000 in operating and capital budgets for fiscal year 2025, including: $9,157,400 from the General Fund; $4,543,948,700 from the Uniform School Fund; $242,027,800 from the Income Tax Fund; and $2,947,572,100 from various sources as detailed in this bill. This bill appropriates $3,327,000 in expendable funds and accounts for fiscal year 2025. This bill appropriates $881,484,300 in restricted fund and account transfers for fiscal year 2025, including: $500,599,900 from the Uniform School Fund; $379,134,400 from the Income Tax Fund; and $1,750,000 from various sources as detailed in this bill. This bill appropriates $118,600 in fiduciary funds for fiscal year 2025.

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support w/ Comment

Utah PTA supports a strong funding system for our K-12 public schools. This year's Public Education Base Budget Bill proposes significant funding formula changes to several important programs. These changes are problematic because they create winners and losers among LEAs by giving additional funding to some while taking funding from others. This could cause a loss of programs needed to support our students.

Utah PTA Resolution:

EDU 2023-1 | Education Funding

Impact on Children:

This bill outlines how the funding for Public Education will be spent this year.

Commission:

Education

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved, That Utah PTA and its constituent associations encourage the legislature to adequately fund critical educational needs, including but not limited to, class size reduction, teacher salaries, technology, programs, supplies, and evidenced-based practices that have an impact on student achievement;

HB0013 | Distracted Driver Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill amends provisions related to the use of a handheld wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0013

Year:

2019

Status:

House/ filed

Last Action:

Mar 14, 2019

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Pending

Impact on Children:

The changes would increase the ability to enforce the law by not allowing any manual manipulation and thereby making Utah roads safer for all.

Commission:

Safety

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved, That PTA and its constituent associations support the adoption and enforcement of laws that restrict the manipulation of handheld and portable communication devices while driving;

Links

National PTA Resolution on Distracted Driving

HB0013 | Children's Hearing Aid Program Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill addresses the Children's Hearing Aid Program.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0013

Year:

2020

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 24, 2020

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

EDU 2005-1 | Education of Students with Disabilities (retired)

Impact on Children:

This bill extends the repeal date for the Children's Hearing Aid Program

This bill extends the repeal date for the Children's Hearing Aid Program
Every child deserves a high-quality education, and that's why National PTA fights to ensure all children, including those with special needs, have access to an optimum learning environment.

Commission:

Family Life

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved, That Utah PTA and its organizations support continued state and local funding to at least the present level to sustain present programs to educate students with disabilities, including intellectual, physical, emotional, and psychological disabilities; and be it further

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

7. Support legislation, funding, and community partnerships that provide programs and resources to strengthen families and children's social and emotional well being through affordable housing, homelessness initiatives, education, and parenting skills, and juvenile justice reforms.

National PTA and Utah PTA Position Statements:

National PTA Position Statement - Education of Children with Special Needs: Other community entities that provide related services to students such as health care, counseling, social services, and hospitals should be expected to share in the cost or delivery of services to children who are disabled.

National PTA Public Policy Agenda

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is the primary federal law authorizing state and local aid for special education and related services for children with disabilities. IDEA requires states to provide a free and appropriate public education to children with disabilities in the least restrictive environment possible. National PTA is committed to insuring students with special needs have access to opportunities that make them college and career-ready, and that parents are closely involved in the process.

Links

Position Statement - Education of Children with Special Needs

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities 2019-2020

HB0013 | School and Child Care Center Water Testing Requirements

Description

General Description:

This bill addresses water quality for schools and child care centers.

Highlighted Provisions:

"This bill: ▸ requires testing of drinking water for lead at schools and child care centers;
▸ addresses funding;
▸ requires action if lead test results are above a certain level;
▸ addresses records to be kept"

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0013

Year:

2021

Status:

House/ filed

Last Action:

Mar 05, 2021

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

$2,000,000

This bill appropriates in fiscal year 2022: to the State Board of Education - State Administrative Office, as a one-time appropriation: from the Education Fund, One-time, $2,000,000.

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Impact on Children:

Exposure to lead can seriously harm a child's health, including damage to the brain and nervous system, slowed growth and development, learning and behavior problems, and hearing and speech problems. No safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Passage of this legislation will reduce or eliminate children's exposure to lead exposure in schools and child care centers.

Commission:

Health

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

NPTA Resolution on Lead Poisoning Prevention
That the National PTA and its constituent associations support the removal of all sources of lead from Resolved, That the National PTA and its constituent associations advocate for lead testing and the remediation of lead contaminated soils and water; and , That the National PTA and its constituent associations support the removal of all sources of lead, including its complete removal of lead from all paints, building materials, and consumer products.

HB0014 | School Threat Penalty Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill addresses threatening or falsely reporting an emergency at a school.

Highlighted Provisions:

Requires a student to be suspended or expelled from a public school if the student makes a false emergency report targeted at a school; enhances the penalties for making a threat against a school; makes it a second degree felony for an actor to make a false emergency report in certain circumstances;

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0014

Year:

2024

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 12, 2024

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

SAF 2022-1 | Safe School Policies

Impact on Children:

Utah PTA supports increasing the safety for children at school. False reports draw resources away from legitimate incidents. False reports disrupts learning and increases mental distress of students.

Commission:

Safety

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Support programs chosen by the individual schools or LEAs that promote feelings of safety and establish a positive and supportive school culture;

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

To promote the welfare of children and youth in home, school, community, and place of worship.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

SAFETY: Support funding to strengthen school safety measures. This includes the improvement of school infrastructure to ensure safety and security, implementation of comprehensive safety training, adoption of evidence-based strategies for community violence intervention and means reduction, as well as the education of families and communities on school safety protocols, children's online security, and the assessment of digital threats posed to schools across Utah.

HB0015S02 | Child Care Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill modifies provisions related to child care.

Highlighted Provisions:

Department of Health has authority over municipalities and cities, housing allocation for the expansion of child care facilities, allow increase in after school care, certification of residential child care providers, removes limit of children under 2 in residential care, COVID relief fund grants for child care.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0015S02

Year:

2022

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 15, 2022

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

FAM 1990-1 | Child Care (retired)

Impact on Children:

We recognize the need to expand access to child care in Utah, but we also need to maintain high quality child care so these children's potential become a reality.

Commission:

Family Life

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

That Utah PTA support appropriate regulations to ensure quality child care. That Utah PTA help to educate parents concerning the dangers of leaving all school children unattended, even if the children appear to be mature and have learned survival skills.

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

Policy #2 High standards for those who work in all areas concerned with children and youth

HB0015 | Controlled Substance Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill modifies the Utah Controlled Substances Act.

Highlighted Provisions:

Requires a practitioner to check the controlled substance database and consult with other practitioners when issuing a long-term prescription for an opiate or a benzodiazapine

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0015

Year:

2021

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 11, 2021

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Impact on Children:

This bill will tighten up our laws to reduce opiate abuse by preventing "doctor shopping" and illegal prescription practices.

Commission:

Health

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Position Statements:

NPTA Position Statement: Recommendations Regarding Prescription Opiate Abuse Awareness and Preventions
Incentivizing state participation in prescription monitoring programs as a mechanism to exchange prescription data and to prevent “doctor shopping” and illegal prescription practices.

HB0016S02 | Block Grant Funding for Prevention Programs in Public Education

Description

General Description:

This bill establishes block grant funding for the implementation of comprehensive prevention programs in local education agencies.

Highlighted Provisions:

18 ▸ establishes block grant funding for the implementation of comprehensive prevention
19 programs in local education agencies (LEAs);

27 • submit one comprehensive report instead of individually required reports if the
28 LEA implements a comprehensive prevention plan;
29 ▸ amends a list of programs for which the Legislature annually determines the cost of
30 automatic increases for inflation and enrollment growth to include the block grant
31 funding;
32 ▸ amends existing prevention programs to accommodate the opportunity for block
33 grant funding;
34 ▸ authorizes the use of certain excess funds in the Underage Drinking and Substance
35 Abuse Prevention Program Restricted Account for distribution through block grant
36 funding;

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0016S02

Year:

2023

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 14, 2023

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

HEA 2019-1 | Prevention & Promotion of Health Behaviors

Impact on Children:

This bill will allow for decreased reporting requirements of LEAs for comprehensive prevention programs in schools, which should increase comprehensive, evidence based, prevention plans in schools.

Commission:

Safety

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved, Utah PTA and its constituent associations will participate and support methods to assess and recognize the risk and protective factors in their local schools, families and communities; and be it further

Resolved, Utah PTA and its constituent associations will support evidence based programs to decrease risk factors and increase protective factors in our homes, schools and communities

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

To promote the welfare of children and youth in home, school, community, and place of worship.

COMMITMENT: We are dedicated to children’s educational success, health, and well-being through strong family and community engagement, while remaining accountable to the principles upon which our association was founded.

Engage the public in united and equitable efforts to secure the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social well-being of all children and youth.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

2. HEALTH. Support legislation that addresses mental health needs of Utah’s children and families by increasing education and awareness of current statewide mental health issues; and providing funding for prevention, early intervention, and evidenced-based community outreach programs.

HB0016S03 | Sexual Offenses Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill addresses certain sexual crimes committed against children.

Highlighted Provisions:

This bill: clarifies the conduct required for an actor to be guilty of: rape of a child; object rape of a child; sexual abuse of a child; and aggravated sexual abuse of a child;

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0016S03

Year:

2024

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 13, 2024

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

FAM 2009-2 | Child Abuse and Neglect

Impact on Children:

This bill clarifies sexual offense terms and what they include. This bill will make it so that terms are clear when discussing rape of a child. This would help to keep children safer as this would remove predators from their homes once the abuse is found out.

Commission:

Family Life

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolve from That Utah PTA and its constituent associations advocate for adequate laws to protect children in all areas of child abuse, neglect, maltreatment, and exploitation

HB0017S02 | Firearm Violence and Suicide Prevention Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill reenacts and modifies previously sunsetted provisions relating to a voluntary firearm safety program and a suicide prevention education course.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0017S02

Year:

2019

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 28, 2019

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

$510,000

This bill appropriates in fiscal year 2020: to Department of Human Services - Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health, as an ongoing appropriation: from General Fund, $10,000. to Department of Human Services - Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health, as a one-time appropriation: from General Fund Restricted, One-time - Concealed Weapons Account, $500,000.

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Pending

Utah PTA Resolution:

SAF 1995-1 | Firearms Responsibility / Injury Prevention

Impact on Children:

Training and Safety information to prevent injury

Commission:

Health

Safety

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

That Utah PTA support educational programs and intervention strategies designed to do the following: 1) Teach firearm responsibility through use of Utah PTA approved and recognized programs. 2) Encourage parents to talk with and educate their children about gun safety and responsible firearm usage; and be it further

HB0018S01 | Online Dating Safety Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill concerns online dating service safety requirements.

Highlighted Provisions:

▸ requires certain safety notifications and disclosures by an online dating service provider;
▸ provides enforcement procedures and a penalty for a violation of the notifications

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0018S01

Year:

2023

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 13, 2023

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

STU 2009-1 | Teen Dating Violence

Impact on Children:

Too many people including teens are deceived, defrauded, or misled by users of online dating apps. This bill would help to keep our community safe by notifying users of dating apps if another user has a criminal record.

Commission:

Safety

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved, That Utah PTA supports adequate legislation that applies legal consequences for violence in dating relationships.

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

To secure adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

5. SAFETY. Support evidence-based community violence intervention and means reduction strategies.

HB0018S01 | Driver Education Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill amends provisions related to driver education requirements and driver licenses.

Highlighted Provisions:

This bill:
▸     extends the term of a learner permit from one year to 18 months;
▸     changes identifying information required on a driver license application to include "sex" instead of "gender";
▸     removes certain references to a "school district" and replaces that term with "local education agency" to ensure that Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind receive funding and resources for driver education;
▸     prohibits rules requiring driver education observation hours; and
▸     makes technical changes.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0018S01

Year:

2021

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 17, 2021

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

We are having the PTSA students follow this bill as part of the virtual Student Days at the Capitol.

We are supportive of the additional 6 months for the learner's permit, and of the change in observation hours due to COVID restrictions.

Utah PTA Resolution:

STU 1995-1 | Student Involvement Through PTA/PTSA

Impact on Children:

This bill would directly impact high school students learning to drive. We want them to get involved with bills that they can use to help them learn to advocate for themselves.

Commission:

Student Leadership

Day at the Capitol

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

National PTA Resolution on Teen Driving Safety

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

#6 - Civic Engagement & character development

Having the students follow this bill will help the students develop skills in these areas.

HB0020S01 | Driving Under the Influence Sentencing Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill amends provisions related to penalties for driving under the influence and related offenses.

Highlighted Provisions:

This bill:
prohibits sentencing reductions for driving under the influence related offenses in
certain circumstances; requires reinstatement of certain sentences if an individual fails to complete certain requirements of an approved 24/7 sobriety program; creates a separate offense for each person in a vehicle that is under 16 years old
when the driver is operating the vehicle while under the influence of drugs or
alcohol; prohibits an impaired driving reduction if: the person had a blood alcohol level of .16 or higher; the person had a blood alcohol level of .05 or higher in addition to any
measurable controlled substance in the person's body; or the person had a combination of two or more controlled substances in the person's body that were not appropriately prescribed or recommended;
provides additional sentencing options for certain individuals convicted of
driving under the influence;
for purposes of sentencing, excludes from the definition of "controlled substance" an
inactive metabolite of the controlled substance;

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0020S01

Year:

2021

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 16, 2021

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

SAF 1985-2 | Suspension of Driving Privileges (retired)

Impact on Children:

No child should be put in danger from drunk driving. Drunk driving is not only irresponsible but criminal. This bill will deter the instance of DUI and decrease the crash risk of offenders. Offenders are already arrested because of impairment. This bill increases penalties and prohibits sentencing reductions if the offender has more than .16 BAC or a combination of two or more controlled substances in their body that were not appropriately prescribed.

Commission:

Safety

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

National PTA Resolution on ENFORCEMENT OF LAWS REGARDING ALCOHOL, DRUGS, AND DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE
Resolved, That National PTA and its constituent organizations will support strict enforcement of driving under the influence laws and the passage of more stringent laws that would remove from the road drivers under the influence of alcohol or other drugs;

Resolved, That Utah State PTA support stiffer penalties for alcohol and drug possession by minors; and be it further
Resolved, That Utah State PTA support legislation to suspend driving privileges of minors for alcohol and drug possession offenses.

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

To promote the welfare of children and youth in home, school, community, and place of worship.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

5. Support measures to promote safe and healthy environments and behaviors for children to prevent suicide, sexual exploitation, and human trafficking,

HB0020 | Human Trafficking Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill clarifies and amends certain language regarding human trafficking and creates an offense for trafficking a vulnerable adult.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0020

Year:

2019

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 21, 2019

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Pending

Utah PTA Resolution:

SAF 2016-2 | Sexual Exploitation of a Minor

Impact on Children:

This bill replaces references to "children engaged in prostitution" with "children engaged in commercial sex";and directs law enforcement to investigate possible human trafficking of a child when they encounter a child engaged in commercial sex; This law also allows victims to seek Civil recourse from their human traffickers or those benefiting from human trafficking of the victim.

Commission:

Safety

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Utah PTA and its constituent associations promote and support the adoption and enforcement of laws, at all levels of government, to end the recruitment, force or involvement of a minor in conduct or violence of a sexually nature and all forms of sexual exploitation;

Utah PTA and its constituent associations advocate for the protection of rights of victims
and support provided measures for the physical, psychological, and social recovery of
victims of sexual exploitation;

National PTA Public Policy Agenda

Child Trafficking Resolution from 2009:
Resolved, That National PTA and its constituent organizations support the adoption and enforcement of laws that will deter the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harboring, or receipt of children for the purpose of exploitation; and be it further

Resolved, That National PTA and its constituent organizations advocate for the protection of rights of victims and support efforts to provide measures for the physical, psychological, and social recovery of victims of child trafficking; and be it further

HB0021S01 | School and Child Care Center Water Testing Requirements

Description

General Description:

This bill addresses water quality for schools and child care centers.

Highlighted Provisions:

This bill requires certain testing of water for lead at schools and child care centers

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0021S01

Year:

2022

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 23, 2022

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Impact on Children:

Exposure to lead can seriously harm a child's health, including: damage to the brain and nervous system; slowed growth and development; learning and behavior problems; and, hearing and speech problems. The key is to keep children from coming into contact with lead. Drinking water delivered through lead-based pipes, faucets, and plumbing fixtures (often found in Utah's older schools and day care facilities) is of especial concern.

Commission:

Health

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

National PTA urges its members at all levels to monitor, support, and advocate for laws, regulations, and programs that protect children from health risks by testing for specific hazards in and around homes and schools and, if hazards are found, by limiting exposure and addressing remedies.

National PTA and Utah PTA Position Statements:

Environmental Health, Remediation, Sustainability and Climate Change

National PTA Public Policy Agenda

PTA Calls on Congress and the Administration to Invest in School Infrastructure: Address health hazards including poor air quality, substandard heating and cooling equipment, unsafe drinking water supply and lead contamination.

HB0021 | Intergenerational Poverty Plan Implementation Program Extension

Description

General Description:

This bill modifies the Legislative Oversight and Sunset Act.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0021

Year:

2020

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 31, 2020

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

FAM 2014-1 | Intergenerational Poverty

Impact on Children:

This bill extends the sunset date for the Intergenerational Poverty Plan Implementation Pilot program.

Strengthen families and children social and emotional well being through affordable housing, homelessness initiative.
Award grants to programs impacting those children in Intergenerational Poverty.

Commission:

Family Life

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Utah PTA Resolution FAM 2014-1 Intergenerational Poverty Resolved, That Utah PTA support programs that help mentoring families, including those that focus on the individual or family for a significant amount of time, teaching parenting skills, promoting continuing education, encouraging good health care for themselves and their children, and helping children succeed in school.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

Links

Resolution: Intergenerational Poverty

Utah PTA 2019-2020 Legislative Priorities

HB0021S05 | Open and Public Meetings Act Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill modifies the Open and Public Meetings Act relating to public comment requirements and electronic meetings for certain public bodies.

Highlighted Provisions:

12          This bill:
13          ▸     requires a local school board holding an open meeting to allow a reasonable
14     opportunity for the public to provide verbal comments at the meeting, subject to
15     certain exceptions;
16          ▸     requires a local school board to adopt a written policy allowing public comment in a
17     public meeting;

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0021S05

Year:

2023

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 14, 2023

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Pending

Utah PTA Resolution:

EDU 2019-1 | Best Practices in Education

Impact on Children:

Allowing reasonable public comment creates a space for advocates of Utah's children to be heard in settings where the welfare of Utah's children and decisions that could affect their future may be being discussed.

Commission:

Community Engagement

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved,That Utah PTA and its constituent associations encourage local and state school boards as well as school level administration and school level leadership teams to seek input from parents when developing policies to improve education;

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

Advocate: by speaking on behalf of all children and youth in schools, in the community, before governmental bodies, and before other organizations that make decisions affecting children.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

FAMILY ENGAGEMENT. Support policies which will increase family and community engagement and promote local positive parental involvement across the state of Utah.

HB0022 | Concurrent Enrollment Revisions

Description

General Description:

This bill expands the eligibility of a PRIME program certificate.

Highlighted Provisions:

Expands concurrent enrollment certificate achievement and opportunities for more students in the state, to include CTE and apprenticeships, etc.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0022

Year:

2024

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 12, 2024

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Impact on Children:

This bill would create more opportunities for more students for Career and Technical Education (CTE) and apprenticeship programs.

Commission:

Student Leadership

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Position Statements:

National Career and Technical Position Statement

National PTA recommends an investment in educating the public regarding recent changes in the scope and nature of CTE programs, including registered apprenticeship and pre- apprenticeship programs and the benefits of CTE for students at all levels of academic achievement, as well as for the general public.

HB0023S07 | Tobacco and Electronic Cigarette Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill amends provisions related to tobacco products and electronic cigarettes.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0023S07

Year:

2020

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 30, 2020

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Pending

We support these bills, but we expect changes to continue to be made on all e cigarette and vaping legislation. With these changes, Utah PTA hopes for, and would support, the following three priorities when considering any amendments or substitutes.
1) It decrease access and usage by our youth.
2) It increases enforcement capabilities.
3) It closes loopholes, i.e., grandfather clauses, allowing mint/menthol flavors, etc.

Utah PTA Resolution:

HEA 2015-2 | Electronic Cigarettes and Utah Youth

Impact on Children:

Certain stores that sell vaping products are finding loopholes in the law that allow them to operate close to schools. The bill will help to get tobacco specialty shops identified correctly and away from places where children are located.

Commission:

Student Leadership

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved, That Utah PTA seek and support legislation that would include ENDS in the Utah Code Annotated definition of tobacco products and treat them as such – including the need for licensing, sales restrictions, tax parity, and marketing; and, be it further Resolved, That Utah PTA support state and local ordinances that appropriately address regulations of ENDS products;

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

4. Support safe practices and environments for all children.

HB0025 | Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls Task Force Sunset Extension

Description

General Description:

This bill amends provisions related to the Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls Task Force.

Highlighted Provisions:

16          This bill:
17          ▸     changes the name of the Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls Task
18     Force (task force) to the Murdered and Missing Indigenous Relatives Task Force;
19     and
20          ▸     extends from November 30, 2023, to November 30, 2024:

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0025

Year:

2023

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 14, 2023

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

FAM 2009-2 | Child Abuse and Neglect

Impact on Children:

The Murdered and Missing Indigenous Relatives task force would be extended for a year. The task force will provide a report to the Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Committee with a summary of their findings and ideas for improvement to keep indigenous women and children safer.

Commission:

Community Engagement

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved: That Utah PTA and its constituent associations advocate for adequate laws to protect children in all areas of child abuse, neglect, maltreatment, and exploitation

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

To secure adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

SAFETY. Support evidence-based community violence intervention and means reduction strategies.

National PTA and Utah PTA Position Statements:

Assist in the identification and return of missing or runaway children.

HB0029S03 | Mental Health Support and Law Enforcement Co-response

Description

General Description:

This bill requires the Division of Integrated Healthcare to establish a grant program to fund best practice crisis intervention teams.

Highlighted Provisions:

This bill creates a grant program for new or expanded crisis intervention or mobile crisis outreach teams to intervene instead of law enforcement if they situation warrants that response.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0029S03

Year:

2023

Status:

House/ filed

Last Action:

Mar 03, 2023

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

$2,000,000

This bill appropriates for fiscal year 2024: to the Department of Health and Human Services - Integrated Health Care Services, as a one-time appropriation: from the General Fund, One-time, $2,000,000.

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

HEA 2020-1 | Emotional/Mental Health and Well-Being

Commission:

Health

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

That Utah PTA and its constituent associations advocate for programs, policies, and legislation which provide adequate training and resources for recognizing and helping children with emotional and behavioral problems

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

To promote the welfare of children and youth in home, school, community, and place of worship.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

HEALTH. Support legislation that addresses mental health needs of Utah’s children and families by increasing education and awareness of current statewide mental health issues; and providing funding for prevention, early intervention, and evidenced-based community outreach programs.

HB0029S02 | Sensitive Material Review Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill amends provisions regarding the evaluation of instructional material to identify and remove pornographic or indecent material.

Highlighted Provisions:

Sensitive Materials bill that makes changes to review process and rules for banning books.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0029S02

Year:

2024

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 18, 2024

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Local Issue

Impact on Children:

Pornographic materials do not belong in our K-12 schools. Local communities may have differing views on what constitutes pornography. Therefore the issue should be left to local boards to manage. Also, a small number of LEAs should not decide this for the whole state.

Commission:

Education

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

Maximum local control when it serves the best interest of all children and youth.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

EDUCATION. Support an adequately funded public school system by funding an 8% WPU increase over and above growth and inflation; implement policies to increase proficiency levels by improving attendance, reducing class sizes, and supporting teachers; increase academic excellence for all Utah students; and prioritize local control to LEAs and individual schools.

HB0031 | Unaccompanied Minors in Autonomous Vehicles

Description

General Description:

This bill establishes a workgroup on unaccompanied minors and autonomous vehicles.

Highlighted Provisions:

This bill establishes a workgroup on unaccompanied minors and autonomous vehicles.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0031

Year:

2021

Status:

House/ filed

Last Action:

Mar 05, 2021

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

We are having the students follow this bill. Would you put your child in a driverless car to go to soccer practice? This bill presents a lot of good conversation starters, and an opportunity for students to follow a bill that impacts them.

Utah PTA Resolution:

SAF 2012-3 | Child Passenger Safety

STU 1995-1 | Student Involvement Through PTA/PTSA

Impact on Children:

We are very concerned with putting a child in a car without a seat belt, what about without a driver? This is an issue that needs to be studied dealing with the safety of our children.

Commission:

Student Leadership

Day at the Capitol

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

National PTA Resolution on Safety

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

#5 healthy & safe environments for children

#6 parenting skills, civic involvement

HB0032S03 | Crisis Services Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill relates to crisis response treatment and resources.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0032S03

Year:

2020

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 30, 2020

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

$16,462,000

This bill appropriates in fiscal year 2021: to Department of Human Services -- Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health -- Community Mental Health Services, as an ongoing appropriation: From General Fund, $10,460,000; to Department of Human Services -- Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health -- Community Mental Health Services, as a one-time appropriation: From General Fund, One-time, $5,652,000; to Governor's Office -- Suicide Prevention -- Suicide Prevention, as an ongoing appropriation: from General Fund, $100,000; and to University of Utah -- SafeUT Crisis Text and Tip Line -- SafeUT Operations, as an ongoing appropriation: from General Fund, $250,000.

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Pending

Utah PTA Resolution:

HEA 2019-1 | Prevention & Promotion of Health Behaviors

HEA 2019-2 | Youth Suicide Prevention

Impact on Children:

This bill will help provide resources to individuals, including children, who are experiencing a mental health crisis. Providing access and also education to families will help children needing this support. The bill specifically requires the Department of Human Services to establish a statewide stabilization services plan and standards for providing stabilization services to a child. "Stabilization services" means in-home services provided to a child with, or who is at risk for, complex emotional and behavioral needs, including teaching the child's parent or guardian skills to improve family functioning. The purpose is to increase access to mental health crisis services for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis and reduce the number of people incarcerated or using hospital emergency room resources.

Commission:

Health

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Utah PTA Resolution HEA 2019-2 Youth Suicide Prevention
Resolved, That Utah PTA and its constituent associations support education and training to parents, teachers, administrators, students and the community that focuses on recognizing warning signs, teaching intervention skills, and providing safe messaging in regards to suicide; and be it further
Resolved, That Utah PTA and its constituent associations support evidence-based suicide prevention programs focused on improving mental health including, but not limited to, teaching students, teachers, and parents mindfulness skills, coping skills, decision making skills, and helping them to build connections and improve dispositions;

Utah PTA Resolution HEA 2019-1 Prevention & Promotion of Healthy Behaviors

Resolved, Utah PTA and its constituent associations will support evidence based programs to decrease risk factors and increase protective factors in our homes, schools and communities;

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

The legislative policy is the philosophy and general principles which guide the Utah PTA’s consideration of proposed legislation.

The Utah PTA is a non-profit, grassroots, child advocacy association made up of parents, teachers, and students. The legislative program of the Utah PTA is derived from the work of PTA in home, school, and community. PTA efforts “to secure adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth” are based upon:

1. The recognition of the home as the foundation of our society;
2. Parental involvement as an essential component of all policy-making processes pertaining to children;

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

7. Support legislation, funding, and community partnerships that provide programs and resources to strengthen families and children’s social and emotional well being through affordable housing, homelessness initiatives, education, and parenting skills, and juvenile justice reforms.

HB0033S01 | Abuse, Neglect, and Dependency Proceedings Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill addresses proceedings in regards to the abuse, neglect, or dependency of a child and termination of parental rights.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0033S01

Year:

2020

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 28, 2020

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

FAM 2009-2 | Child Abuse and Neglect

Impact on Children:

1. Advocate for adequate laws to protect children in all areas of child abuse, neglect, maltreatment, and exploitation. 2. Recognizes the importance of parental roles and encourages parental involvement in all aspects of their children’s lives. 3. To help prevent irretrievable destruction of family life.

Commission:

Family Life

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved,That Utah PTA and its constituent associations advocate for adequate laws to protect children in all areas of child abuse, neglect, maltreatment, and exploitation.

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

2.High standards for those who work in all areas concerned with children and youth.

1.The recognition of the home as the foundation of our society;

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

4. Support safe practices and environments for all children.

Links

Utah Public Policy

2019-20 Legislative Priorities

HB0034S01 | Cigarette Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill modifies tax and criminal code provisions related to cigarettes.

Highlighted Provisions:

modifies the definitions of "cigarette" and "electronic cigarette."
line 36 in particular adds the word "heated" to encompass the possibility of IQOS tobacco products entering the market.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0034S01

Year:

2022

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 23, 2022

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

HEA 2015-2 | Electronic Cigarettes and Utah Youth

Impact on Children:

Tobacco companies bring new products into the marketplace, and often will have no regulations in place for the first few years. Like we have seen with e-cigarettes, that gives them time to establish a market with the youth.

Commission:

Student Leadership

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

That Utah PTA support state and local ordinances that appropriately address regulations of
ENDS products; and, be it further resolved That Utah PTA support the position that any revenue generated through taxation of ENDS
should support tobacco cessation and prevention programs; and, be it further

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

To secure adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth.

National PTA Public Policy Agenda

provide early intervention and prevention programs

HB0037S01 | Child Protection Unit Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill addresses child protection units and teams.

Highlighted Provisions:

This bill repeals the Child Protection Unit Pilot Program; reenacts provisions authorizing a child protection unit to share case-specific.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0037S01

Year:

2021

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 11, 2021

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

FAM 2009-2 | Child Abuse and Neglect

Impact on Children:

This bill reenacts provisions authorizing a child protection unit to share case-specific information with certain persons to protect children.

Commission:

Family Life

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

That Utah PTA and its constituent associations advocate for adequate laws to protect children in all areas of child abuse, neglect, maltreatment, and exploitation.

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

To promote the welfare of children and youth in home, school, community, and place of worship. High standards for those who work in all areas concerned with children and youth.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

Support legislation, funding, and community partnerships that provide programs and resources to strengthen families and children’s social and emotional learning and well-being including, but not limited to: positive behavior programs and classes including art, music, physical education, civic engagement, and character development; early childhood education, parenting skills, and juvenile justice reforms.

HB0038S01 | Psychotropic Medication Oversight Pilot Program Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill amends provisions related to the psychotropic medication oversight pilot program.

Highlighted Provisions:

Amends provisions to make the psychotropic medication oversight pilot program permanent, moves operation of the program from the Division of Child and Family Services to the Division of Integrated Healthcare, addresses the membership of the program's oversight team; amends provisions regarding the duties of the oversight team and a foster child's caseworker; adds certain reporting requirements for the division and the oversight team; requires the Department of Health and Human Services to pay standard MedicaidBetter monitoring of Psychotropic medications.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0038S01

Year:

2024

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 14, 2024

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

HEA 2020-1 | Emotional/Mental Health and Well-Being

Impact on Children:

Better monitoring of Psychotropic medications for children in foster care.

Commission:

Health

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

HEALTH: Support legislative action that focuses on the diverse mental health needs of Utah’s students and families, with a focus on promoting protective factors. This includes increasing public knowledge and understanding of mental health concerns throughout the state, access to resources, as well as providing funding for proactive prevention, timely interventions, and community-based initiatives utilizing evidence-based methods.

HB0038 | School Technology Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill requires digital resources, provided by UETN to Utah's public schools, to block obscene or pornographic material.

Highlighted Provisions:

This bill:
▸ requires a digital resource provider to ensure that the digital resource provider's products used in public schools block "obscene or pornographic material";
▸ provides that a digital resource provider's failure to comply with this bill after receiving notice is a breach of contract;
▸ requires UETN to enter into contracts with digital resource providers that comply

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0038

Year:

2021

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 16, 2021

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Impact on Children:

Children and youth have been exposed to obscene and pornographic material in school databases at school. These databases are unable to be filtered by the schools' filtering systems. The UETN contracts with companies to provide these databases for research purposes for students. Unfortunately, students have been exposed to harmful material to minors in some of these databases. This bill does not want to get rid of valuable school databases, it simply wants the databases to be responsible for the content that they contain so that children and youth will be protected from harm when they are doing research at school.

Commission:

Family Life

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

To secure adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

5. Support measures to promote safe and healthy environments and behaviors for children to prevent suicide, sexual exploitation, and human trafficking.

National PTA and Utah PTA Position Statements:

Mass Media Position Statement:
Resolved, That Utah PTA and its constituent associations work to set high expectations in digital and interactive media, for the distribution, motivation, and skilled use of technology in caring for and protecting children and youth in Utah; and be it further
Resolved, That Utah PTA and constituent associations urge its members at all levels to advocate for federal and local laws, regulations and programs that prohibit digital content that is considered illegal or harmful to children;

HB0040S04 | Native American Child and Family Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill addresses the protection of Indian children and families.

Highlighted Provisions:

This bill:
15          ▸     enacts the Utah Indian Child Welfare Act, including:
23               •     addressing placement of Indian children;
24               •     creating a process to return custody of an Indian child;
25               •     addressing information related to tribal affiliation;
26               •     authorizing agreements between the state and Indian tribes under certain
27     circumstances;
28               •     addressing improper removal of an Indian child;
29               •     explaining the application of state or federal standards;
30               •     providing for emergency removal or placement of an Indian child;

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0040S04

Year:

2023

Status:

House/ filed

Last Action:

Mar 03, 2023

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

FAM 1990-2 | Child Adoptions (retired)

FAM 2018-1 | Foster Care Standards

Impact on Children:

The Indian Child Welfare Act will create a better support system for Indian children by placing them, in a tribal foster home before being removed from the community to be placed in foster care. It also clearly defines the parameters for adopting an Indian child. Indian tribes are given exclusive jurisdiction over all custody hearings.

Commission:

Community Engagement

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved: That Utah PTA encourage the legislature to pass laws that will ensure that the best interests of the child be given primary emphasis in placement matters.

Resolved: That Utah PTA encourage the legislature to pass laws that will ensure that the best interests of the child be given primary emphasis in adoption matters

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

To promote the welfare of children and youth in home, school, community, and place of worship.To raise the standards of home life. To maximize local control when it serves the best interest of all children and youth.

To secure adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

FAMILY ENGAGEMENT. Support policies which will increase family and community engagement and promote local positive parental involvement across the state of Utah.

HB0041S01 | Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls Task Force

Description

General Description:

This bill creates the Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls Task Force (task force).

Highlighted Provisions:

This bill:
creates the task force, addressing:
•     membership;
•     quorum requirements; and
•     compensation for task force members;
requires the Office of Legislative Research and General Counsel to staff the task force; and specifies duties of the task force.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0041S01

Year:

2021

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 17, 2021

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

$9,200

This bill appropriates: in fiscal year 2021: to the Legislature - Senate as a one-time appropriation: from the General Fund, One-time, $400; to the Legislature - House of Representatives as a one-time appropriation: from the General Fund, One-time, $400; and to the Legislature - Office of Legislative Research and General Counsel as a one-time appropriation: from the General Fund, One-time, $300; and in fiscal year 2022: to the Legislature - Senate as an ongoing appropriation: from the General Fund, $2,800; to the Legislature - House of Representatives as an ongoing appropriation: from the General Fund, $2,800; and to the Legislature - Office of Legislative Research and General Counsel as an ongoing appropriation: from the General Fund, $2,500.

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

FAM 2009-2 | Child Abuse and Neglect

Impact on Children:

Children must be protected from all forms of abuse, neglect, maltreatment, and exploitation.

Commission:

Community Engagement

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved, That Utah PTA and its constituent associations advocate for adequate laws to protect children in all areas of child abuse, neglect, maltreatment, and exploitation.

HB0044S01 | Social Work Licensure Compact

Description

General Description:

This bill enacts the Social Work Licensure Compact.

Highlighted Provisions:

Enacts the Social Work Licensure Compact

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0044S01

Year:

2024

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 13, 2024

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

HEA 2020-1 | Emotional/Mental Health and Well-Being

Impact on Children:

Creates greater access to Licensed Clinical Social Workers for families and children.

Commission:

Health

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved, That Utah PTA support collaborative efforts between the home, school, private physicians, and community resource agencies to create mental health support networks for families, to recognize the prevalence and need for recognition of mental health illnesses and associated diagnosis and treatment, and to increase the number of psychologists, psychiatrists, therapists, and mental health professionals to provide adequate services for those needing help;

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

HB0045 | Safeut and School Safety Commission Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill extends the repeal date for the SafeUT and School Safety Commission.

Highlighted Provisions:

This bill extends the repeal date for the SafeUT and School Safety Commission.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0045

Year:

2024

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 12, 2024

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

SAF 2022-1 | Safe School Policies

Impact on Children:

This bill would make schools safer by extending the sunset of Safe UT and the School Security Task Force.

Commission:

Safety

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved, that Utah PTA and its constituent associations encourage all efforts to address school safety to involve all stakeholders, especially students, parents, and families, and consider a variety of factors including the physical and psychological safety of students.

Resolved, that Utah PTA and its constituent associations encourage investment from Federal, State and local decision makers for the necessary physical and psychological student supports and services, including locally determined physical safety measures, appropriate resources for health and wellness services, research-based online safety programs, qualified school-based health and wellness practitioners, training on trauma-informed practices, and optional mental health screenings for all students.

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

To promote the welfare of children and youth in home, school, community, and place of worship.

To secure adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth.

Engage the public in united and equitable efforts to secure the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social well-being of all children and youth.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

HB0045S03 | Radon Study

Description

General Description:

This bill requires the Department of Natural Resources to study and make recommendations regarding radon gas.

Highlighted Provisions:

This bill: ▸ creates the Radon Task Force
▸ requires the task force to study and make recommendations on:
• ways to increase public awareness about the risks of radon exposure; and
• ways to mitigate exposure to radon

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0045S03

Year:

2021

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 16, 2021

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

HEA 2014-1 | Radon

Impact on Children:

Radon exposure is the second leading cause of lung cancer and breathing it over prolonged periods of time can present a significant health risk to families.

Commission:

Health

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

That Utah PTA work to inform parents about the concerns of radon exposure and make them aware of low cost test kits available for their homes

HB0047S02 | Utah Seismic Safety Commission Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill amends provisions related to the Utah Seismic Safety Commission.

Highlighted Provisions:

This bill extends the sunset date of provisions related to the Utah Seismic Safety Commission;

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0047S02

Year:

2024

Status:

House/ filed

Last Action:

Mar 01, 2024

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

SAF 2023-3 | Improving the Earthquake Safety of Utah Schools

Impact on Children:

Utah, situated in an earthquake-prone zone, faces a significant risk, with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) identifying a potential Utah Wasatch-Front earthquake as one of the most deadly disasters in the country. It is crucial for the Utah Seismic Safety Commission to persist in their efforts to address and mitigate this risk effectively. Over 70,000 Utah children( 12% of K-12 public school students) attend school in Unreinforced Masonry buildings.

Commission:

Safety

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved, That Utah PTA and its constituent bodies collaborate with the Utah Seismic Safety
Commission, the Utah Division of Emergency Management, Envision Utah, and other
community partners to educate PTA members, public officials, school board members,
school district leaders, community members, teachers, school support staff, and
appropriate-aged students about the risks of URM and encourage these individuals to
know the earthquake-risk status of their local schools;

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

To promote the welfare of children and youth in home, school, community, and place of worship.

To secure adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

National PTA Public Policy Agenda

Enhance the physical safety of school buildings, address environmental health hazards and invest in disaster preparedness through emergency planning, infrastructure improvements and physical security measures without undermining the school environment.

HB0047S02 | DUI Revisions

Description

General Description:

This bill makes changes to bail provisions for DUI offenses.

Highlighted Provisions:

This bill:
defines terms; and creates a presumption of detention for individuals charged with certain DUI offenses while awaiting trial.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0047S02

Year:

2021

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 16, 2021

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

SAF 1985-2 | Suspension of Driving Privileges (retired)

Impact on Children:

This bill is known as Sarah's law. On July 30, Sarah Frei and her three friends were hit head-on by a drunk driver in Cache County. All four survived, but Sarah lost her legs and is paralyzed from the waist down. The drunk driver walked away. No child should be put in danger from drunk driving. Drunk driving is not only irresponsible but criminal. This bill will require those drivers who hurt or kill someone while driving drunk to see a judge before they can be released on bail.

Commission:

Safety

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved, That National PTA and its constituent organizations will support strict enforcement of driving under the influence laws and the passage of more stringent laws that would remove from the road drivers under the influence of alcohol or other drugs;

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

To promote the welfare of children and youth in home, school, community, and place of worship.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

5. Support measures to promote safe and healthy environments and behaviors for children to prevent suicide, sexual exploitation, and human trafficking,

HB0048S02 | School Trust Fund Modifications

Description

General Description:

This bill amends provisions related to school and institutional trust fund management, advocacy, and distribution of funds.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0048S02

Year:

2019

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 25, 2019

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Pending

Utah PTA Resolution:

EDU 2015-1 | School Trust Lands

Impact on Children:

This is a clean up bill for State Trust Funds and would further protect the fund.

Commission:

Trust Lands

Education

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved, That Utah PTA encourage State and local officials to take all necessary steps to assure that management of the School Trust Lands is in accordance with trust duties and principles including undivided loyalty to the beneficiaries, a duty to make trust property productive, a duty to keep and render accounts, and a duty to exercise prudence and skill in administering the trust, thereby obtaining much-needed revenue for Utah's public schools;

HB0054S04 | Tax Revisions

Description

General Description:

This bill modifies state tax provisions.

Highlighted Provisions:

Reduce the income tax rate of individuals and corporations from 4.85% to 4.80%

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0054S04

Year:

2023

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 22, 2023

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Pending

Reducing the income tax rates to individuals and corporations is both myopic and unconscionable when the State of Utah considers its obligation to its children, vulnerable segments of the population and other programs in need of funds that will provide for a good future for Utahns. A tax cut is akin to indulging in discretionary expenses to the detriment of investing in Utah's future.

Utah PTA Resolution:

EDU 2023-1 | Education Funding

Impact on Children:

This bill will reduce the amount of funding flow to Public Education and reduce the ability to provide high quality public education which benefits all citizens of Utah.

Commission:

Education

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved, That Utah PTA and its constituent associations continue to urge the legislature to make public education revenue allocations and funding effort a high priority; and, be it further

Resolved, That Utah PTA and its constituent associations support the maintenance of a stable and adequate funding mechanism to support public education based on the following principles: enrollment growth; inflation; support of a K-12 education Economic Stabilization Restricted Account; funding the USBE Strategic Plan; and, be it further

Resolved, That Utah PTA and its constituent associations oppose funding mechanisms such as vouchers, tax credits, deductions; and, be it further

Resolved, That Utah PTA and its constituent associations will always oppose funding methods that divert funds away from public education system if the accountability methods are not equal to or greater than those of public education system; and, be it further

Resolved, That Utah PTA and its constituent associations and its constituent associations oppose the dilution of the constitutional mandate to fully fund public education and oppose income tax cuts and credits that directly reduce the amount allocated to public education funding.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

EDUCATION FUNDING. Support an adequately funded public school system by: supporting a 6.5% WPU increase over and above growth and inflation to be used for purposes such as recruiting, supporting, and retaining teachers

HB0055 | Juvenile Justice Services Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill addresses services provided by the Division of Juvenile Justice Services.

Highlighted Provisions:

This bill addresses services provided by the Division of Juvenile Justice Services as children age out with limited parental support.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0055

Year:

2022

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 23, 2022

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

SAF 1993-2 | Coordinating Services for Youth in Custody

Impact on Children:

Every child should have the opportunity to reach their full potential—even if they make a mistake while growing up. Second chances are important as children learn and grow into adulthood. In this bill Juvenile Justice Services is aligning with child welfare for youth that age out of their system with limited parental support.

Commission:

Safety

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved, That Utah PTA encourage the State of Utah Division of Family Services and Division of Youth Corrections to establish a coordination and communication network among placing agencies and workers;

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

To promote the welfare of children and youth in home, school, community, and place of worship.

Equity in the form of equal justice, privileges, opportunities, and responsibilities in every phase of life for all children and youth, while recognizing that each child is unique with individual needs and talents.

Coordination and planning by all agencies with clear definition of responsibility at each level of government.

National PTA and Utah PTA Position Statements:

National PTA CHILD SAFETY AND PROTECTION Position Statement

Encourage collaboration between law enforcement, the judicial system, and child welfare agencies.

Assist youth leaving the juvenile justice system, and prevent their return.

HB0056 | Intergenerational Poverty Mitigation Act Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill amends the Intergenerational Poverty Mitigation Act.

Highlighted Provisions:

This bill amends the Intergenerational Poverty Mitigation Act. It amends the membership of the Utah Intergenerational Welfare Reform Commission; and amends the membership of the Intergenerational Poverty Advisory Committee.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0056

Year:

2021

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 16, 2021

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

FAM 2014-1 | Intergenerational Poverty

Impact on Children:

The Committee and Commissions created make recommendations on how the commission and the state can effectively address the needs of children affected by intergenerational poverty.

Commission:

Family Life

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

That Utah PTA support programs that help mentoring families, including those that
focus on the individual or family for a significant amount of time, teaching
parenting skills, promoting continuing education, encouraging good health care for
themselves and their children, and helping children succeed in school.

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

HB0058S03 | Electronic Cigarettes in Schools Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill addresses student use of alcohol, tobacco, electronic cigarette products, and other substances through education and prevention programs and discipline policies.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0058S03

Year:

2020

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 28, 2020

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

$5,084,200

This bill appropriates: to State Board of Education - State Administrative Office: from the Education Fund, $5,084,200.

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Pending

Utah PTA Resolution:

HEA 2015-2 | Electronic Cigarettes and Utah Youth

HEA 2019-1 | Prevention & Promotion of Health Behaviors

Impact on Children:

This Bill allows school officials to confiscate e-cigarettes within the school. This will provide a consequence for student's actions.

This bill also provides for $3000 per school for positive behavior training to help students to focus on things to do, instead of what not to do.

Commission:

Student Leadership

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

HEA 2015-2 Electronic Cigarettes and Utah Youth
Resolved, That Utah PTA support the position that any revenue generated through taxation of ENDS should support tobacco cessation and prevention programs; and, be it further
Resolved, That the Utah PTA work in collaboration with state and local health departments, school boards, school districts, and other agencies to educate youth, parents, communities, and local elected officials on the dangers of ENDS products;

HEA 2019-1 Prevention & Promotion of Health Behaviors
Resolved, Utah PTA and its constituent associations will support evidence based programs to decrease risk factors and increase protective factors in our homes, schools and communities; and be it further Resolved, Utah PTA and its constituent associations will support legislation and measures that will promote healthy behaviors with our youth including family based training, community prevention coalitions, etc;

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

6. Support measures to instill proven and effective prevention methods to promote healthy behaviors in children to be able to overcome the ills of society including suicide, tobacco use, vaping, underage drinking, drug abuse, sexual exploitation, bullying, and any form of addiction that is harmful to our children’s well-being.

HB0060S02 | Juvenile Justice Modifications

Description

General Description:

This bill amends provisions related to juvenile justice.

Highlighted Provisions:

▸ addresses the use of juvenile delinquency records by public and private employers;
▸ amends provisions regarding the inspection of juvenile court records;
▸ requires the State Board of Education to include information about dangerous
weapons in an annual report on school discipline and law enforcement action;
▸ requires the State Board of Education to provide a report on school discipline and
law enforcement action to the State Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice;
▸ modifies a reporting requirement regarding a dangerous weapon on school grounds;
▸ requires the State Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice to provide a report
to the Judiciary Interim Committee regarding minors in possession of dangerous
weapons on school grounds;
▸ amends provisions regarding a petition for expungement of a juvenile court record
with an adjudication, including the notice and hearing requirements for the petition;

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0060S02

Year:

2023

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 14, 2023

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

SAF 1993-2 | Coordinating Services for Youth in Custody

Impact on Children:

Every child should have the opportunity to reach their full potential—even if they make a mistake while growing up. Second chances are important as children learn and grow into adulthood. In this bill Juvenile Justice Services is updating language to current vernacular, requires reports from USBE and the State Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice about school violence and law enforcement, and clarifies expungement of juvenile records.

Commission:

Safety

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

To promote the welfare of children and youth in home, school, community, and place of worship.
Equity in the form of equal justice, privileges, opportunities, and responsibilities in every phase of life for all children and youth, while recognizing that each child is unique with individual needs and talents.
Coordination and planning by all agencies with clear definition of responsibility at each level of government.

National PTA and Utah PTA Position Statements:

National PTA CHILD SAFETY AND PROTECTION Position Statement
Encourage collaboration between law enforcement, the judicial system, and child welfare agencies.

Assist youth leaving the juvenile justice system, and prevent their return.

National PTA Public Policy Agenda

Encourage schools to use positive behavioral interventions and supports that are effective, fair and consistently implemented. Such practices may include restorative justice and trauma-informed care.

HB0061S04 | School Safety Requirements

Description

General Description:

This bill addresses school safety and security issues.

Highlighted Provisions:

▸ creates the School Security Task Force;
▸ requires the task force to develop the qualifications, duties, and scope of authority
of the state security chief;
▸ requires that all secondary schools have a school resource officer

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0061S04

Year:

2023

Status:

Governor Signed

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

$78,943,000

This bill appropriates in fiscal year 2024: to the State Board of Education - Contracted Initiatives and Grants, as a one-time appropriation: from the Income Tax Fund, One-Time, $75,000,000; to the State Board of Education - Policy, Communication, & Oversight: from the Income Tax Fund, $3,660,000; and to the Department of Public Safety - Programs and Operations: from the General Fund, $283,000.

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Pending

Utah PTA supports the creation of a School Security Task Force; however, we would request that a parent representative be added to the committee makeup.

Utah PTA Resolution:

SAF 2022-1 | Safe School Policies

Impact on Children:

This bill would make schools safer by creating a School Security Task Force.

Commission:

Safety

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved, that Utah PTA and its constituent associations encourage investment from Federal, State and local decisionmakers for the necessary physical and psychological student supports and services, including locally determined physical safety measures, appropriate resources for health and wellness services, research-based online safety programs, qualified school-based health and wellness practitioners, training on trauma-informed practices, and optional mental health screenings for all students,

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

To promote the welfare of children and youth in home, school, community, and place of worship.
Prioritizing the needs of all children and youth, while adhering to fiscal responsibility in government.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

SAFETY. Support funding to strengthen school safety measures including upgrading school buildings to be safe and secure, safety training and educating families and communities on school safety policies, children’s online safety, and evaluating digital threats to schools in Utah.

HB0067S01 | First Responder Mental Health Services Grant Program Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill amends the First Responder Mental Health Services Grant Program (program).

Highlighted Provisions:

Expands eligibility for the First Responder Mental Health Services Grant Program, expands institutions at which a recipient may use a grant under the program, amends the computation of the grant amount, modifies the Utah Board of Higher Education's responsibilities related to accepting applications for the programs

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0067S01

Year:

2024

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 12, 2024

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

HEA 2020-1 | Emotional/Mental Health and Well-Being

Impact on Children:

This bill would create greater access to mental health professionals by expanding the workforce.

Commission:

Health

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

That Utah PTA support collaborative efforts between the home, school, private physicians, and community resource agencies to create mental health support networks for families, to recognize the prevalence and need for recognition of mental health illnesses and associated diagnosis and treatment, and to increase the number of psychologists, psychiatrists, therapists, and mental health professionals to provide adequate services for those needing help

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

HB0070 | Community Reinvestment Agency Modifications

Description

General Description:

This bill modifies provisions related to the Community Reinvestment Agency Act.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0070

Year:

2019

Status:

House/ filed

Last Action:

Mar 14, 2019

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Pending

Utah PTA Resolution:

COM 2018-1 | Homelessness and Transiency

Impact on Children:

This bill is a Utah PTA Priority Bill. Children benefit when they have stable, safe and affordable housing.

Commission:

Community Engagement

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved, That Utah PTA and its constituent associations support adequate funding for federal and state housing programs that increase the number of affordable housing units including rental and homeownership options.

HB0071S02 | Behavioral Health Crisis Response Modifications

Description

General Description:

This bill addresses behavioral health crisis response services.

Highlighted Provisions:

The expansion of the mental health crisis response network will be broadened, with a specific focus on enhancing services in rural areas.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0071S02

Year:

2024

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 21, 2024

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

HEA 2020-1 | Emotional/Mental Health and Well-Being

Impact on Children:

Children and families would have greater access to resources during a mental health crisis

Commission:

Health

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Utah PTA and its constituent associations advocate for programs, policies, and legislation which provide adequate training and resources for recognizing and helping children with emotional and behavioral problems

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

HB0071S01 | Health Education Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill amends provisions regarding instruction in health.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0071S01

Year:

2019

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 25, 2019

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Pending

Utah PTA Resolution:

HEA 2010-2 | Additional School Strategies to Address Teen Sexual Involvement (retired)

Impact on Children:

provides that health education instruction may include information about the medical characteristics, effectiveness, and limitations of contraceptive methods or devices

Commission:

Health

Education

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Resolved, That Utah PTA support state law and Utah State Board of Education rules to grant flexibility in required curriculum content for local districts to provide additional information about contraceptive methods and devices for STD/pregnancy prevention and risk reduction while including strategies to return to abstinence when addressing strictly high-risk students outside of the regular public school setting such as youth in custody, young mother programs, or alternative high schools;

HB0072S02 | Device Filter Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill establishes filter requirements and enforcement mechanisms for tablets and smart phones activated in the state on or after January 1 of the year following the year this bill takes effect.

Highlighted Provisions:

requires a tablet or a smart phone (a device) manufactured on or after January 1,
15 2022, to, when activated in the state, automatically enable a filter capable of
16 blocking material that is harmful to minors;
17 ▸ requires the filter enabled at activation to:
18 • prevent the user of the device from accessing material that is harmful to minors
19 on the device;
20 • enable certain users to deactivate the filter for the device or for specific content;
21 and
22 • notify the user when content is filtered;
23 ▸ provides a process for the attorney general or a member of the public to bring a civil
24 action against a manufacturer that manufactures a device on or after January 1,
25 2022, if:
26 • the device does not contain an enabled filter upon activation in the state; and
27 • a minor accessed material that is harmful to minors on the device;

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0072S02

Year:

2021

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 23, 2021

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Impact on Children:

This bill provides that each smart phone or tablet (device) that is manufactured after Jan. 1, 2022 , when activated in the state of Utah, will come with the filters blocking material harmful to minors. What this means for children in Utah, is if they are given a device manufactured after Jan. 1, 2022 it will have filters in place to protect them from materials harmful to children. This helps increase in the number of children who are protected from materials harmful to minors on their own device which may also protect other children who may have access to this device also. This is very important for Utah PTA to follow because device manufacturers have thus far been unwilling to manufacture safe devices for children and youth which are free from materials harmful to children. In fact, these device companies are likely to fight against this bill. We should advocate to protect the developing adolescent brains from this harmful material just as we advocate to protect their developing brains from alcohol or vaping or smoking.

Commission:

Family Life

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

Mass Media Position Statement
Resolved, That Utah PTA and constituent associations urge its members at all levels to advocate for federal and local laws, regulations and programs that prohibit digital content that is considered illegal or harmful to children;

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

5. Support measures to promote safe and healthy environments and behaviors for children to prevent suicide, sexual exploitation, and human trafficking,

HB0077 | Education Funding Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill amends provisions regarding public education funding.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0077

Year:

2020

Status:

Governor Signed

Last Action:

Mar 28, 2020

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Utah PTA Resolution:

EDU 2010-2 | Education Funding (retired)

Impact on Children:

1. Establishes a limit on the local property tax of 4% that goes towards an increase in the weighted pupil unit (WPU).

Commission:

Education

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

Utah PTA Legislative Policy:

Utah PTA Resolution EDU 2010-2 Funding for Public Education - Resolved, That Utah PTA continue to urge the legislature to make public education revenue allocations and funding effort a high priority.

Utah PTA Resolution EDU 2010-2 Funding for Public Education - Resolved, That Utah PTA encourage the legislature to adequately fund critical educational needs, including but not limited to, class size reduction, teacher salaries, technology, textbooks and supplies.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities 2019-20 #2. Support education appropriations which fully fund enrollment growth and increase the WPU by 6%.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities 2019-20 #7. Support legislation, funding, and community partnerships that provide programs and resources to strengthen families and children’s social and emotional well being through affordable housing, homelessness initiatives, education, and parenting skills, and juvenile justice reforms.

Links

Utah PTA Resolution EDU 2010-2 Funding for Education

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities 2019-20

HB0079 | State School Board Governance Amendments

Description

General Description:

This bill amends provisions relating to the State Board of Education.

Highlighted Provisions:

12 < defines terms;
13 < reduces the size and modifies the membership of the State Board of Education (from 15 to 9);
14 < provides that members of the State Board of Education are appointed by the
15 governor, with the consent of the Senate;
16 < addresses board member terms and vacancies;
17 < provides for the transition from old board members to new board members (2 6 year terms);
18 < removes the State Board of Education from provisions of the Election Code"

Bill Details

Bill Number:

HB0079

Year:

2022

Status:

House/ filed

Last Action:

Mar 04, 2022

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

None

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Oppose

Utah PTA Resolution:

EDU 2015-3 | State Board of Education

Impact on Children:

There are many changes to consider in this bill.
1. Elected vs. Appointed. It is often said that elected school board members are more accountable than appointed ones. [Utah PTA supports non-partisan elections]
2. Reduction of school board members from 15 to 6. May reduce the voice of some communities. [Utah PTA does not have an official position]
3. Election term lengthening from 4 to 6 years with a maximum of 2 terms. Only one member may be affected by the 12 year maximum rule. [Utah PTA does not have an official position]
4. No party affiliation is noted. [Utah PTA supports non partisan elections]

Commission:

Education

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:

That Utah PTA recognizes the State Board of Education as the body elected to establish policy and standards for education in the State of Utah That Utah PTA support legislation which enacts direct, nonpartisan election of State School Board members and opposes partisan election of the same body.