Bill > HB0144

This bill introduces new requirements for local education agencies (LEAs) in Utah when entering into contracts or settlement agreements with the United States Department of Justice. Specifically, the bill mandates that before an LEA or its governing board can finalize such a contract or settlement, the attorney general's office must first review the document. The attorney general's office is then required to review the proposed agreement and disclose its content to the state board of education. While the attorney general's office and state board may provide recommendations about the contract or settlement, they are not obligated to enforce its terms. The bill clarifies that this review process is a mandatory step in the contracting process, aimed at providing transparency and oversight for federal agreements involving local educational institutions. The provisions of this bill will take effect on May 7, 2025, giving local education agencies and state offices time to prepare for the new review requirements.

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