HB0351 | School Vision Screening Amendments

Description
General Description: 

This bill amends provisions related to vision screening in a public school.

Highlighted Provisions: 

Requires LEAs to follow up with with a parents after a student fails their vision screening

Bill Details
Year: 
2026
Status: 
House/ to Governor
Last Action: 
Mar 11, 2026
Sponsor
Representative
Democrat - District 23
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note Amount: 
$0
None
Utah PTA Response
Utah PTA Position
Support
Impact on Children: 

Continue vision screening with the guidance on parental notification requirements will allow for increased identification of not only vision issues, but also provide families with information on resources once vision issues are detected.

Commission: 
Health
Utah PTA Public Policy Program
National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions: 

That Utah PTA encourages implementation of up-to-date and effective vision screenings in schools.