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SCR001 | Concurrent Resolution Recognizing School Support Staff

Description
General Description: 

This resolution acknowledges the contributions of school support staff and commits to celebrating their work.

Highlighted Provisions: 

This resolution acknowledges the contributions of school support staff and commits to celebrating their work.

Bill Details
Year: 
2024
Status: 
Governor Signed
Last Action: 
Feb 16, 2024
Sponsor
Senator
Republican - District 17
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note Amount: 
$0
Utah PTA Response
Utah PTA Position
Support
Impact on Children: 

School Staff members are crucial to our students and schools. They are mentioned in nearly every resolution as being critical to student success.

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

Resolved,That Utah PTA and its constituent bodies provide opportunities for parents to feel welcome at  their  children’s  schools  and  to  interact positively  with  teachers  and  other  school personnel

National PTA Public Policy Agenda

Foster the development of full-service community schools, strengthen community partnerships and encourage the adoption of a whole-child approach that responds to the mental, physical, behavioral, developmental and academic needs of all students.

SCR002 | Concurrent Resolution Concerning Remembrances of the 25th Anniversary of the 9/11 Attacks

Description
General Description: 

This resolution commemorates the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and encourages statewide observance and education.

Highlighted Provisions: 

This resolution commemorates the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and encourages statewide observance and education.

Bill Details
Year: 
2026
Status: 
Governor Signed
Last Action: 
Feb 13, 2026
Sponsor
Senator
Republican - District 17
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note Amount: 
$0
None
Utah PTA Response
Utah PTA Position
Support
Impact on Children: 

The Legislature and the Governor urge all public and private schools in Utah to mark the anniversary with age-appropriate educational activities, discussions, and remembrances that foster understanding, empathy, and civic awareness Remembering history is very important to be civically aware and empathetic for communities. Children who have been taught about some of the challenges and difficulties that have occurred in our country and world will be better armed with knowledge and understanding for a better tomorrow.

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

That Utah PTA and its constituent associations promote character development through civic education and the development of civic disposition by encouraging families to provide opportunities for students to discuss current events and civic issues in their home, participate in service and community outreach projects, and to engage civilly and respectfully in the community;

SCR002 | Concurrent Resolution Regarding the Environmental Impact of Vehicle Idling

Description
General Description: 

This resolution encourages Utahns, businesses, and other entities to take steps to reduce idling.

Highlighted Provisions: 

This resolution encourages Utahns, businesses, and other entities to take steps to reduce idling. Avoid idling around hospitals and schools for more than 10 seconds, place signs at schools and hospitals educating the public on the subject of idling more than 10 seconds uses more gas than restarting the engine.
 

Bill Details
Year: 
2023
Status: 
Governor Signed
Last Action: 
Feb 27, 2023
Sponsor
Senator
Republican - District 17
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note Amount: 
$0
Utah PTA Response
Utah PTA Position
Support
Impact on Children: 

Children are considered part of sensitive populations that can be found in schools that will benefit from cleaner air if drivers will not idle around schools.

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

Utah PTA and its constituent bodies support the adoption of “Idle-Free Zones” on school grounds; and be it further
Utah PTA and its constituent bodies work with local schools and school districts to install “Idle-Free Zone” signs at school drop-off and pick-up locations; and be it further
Utah PTA and its constituent bodies encourage parents to turn off their vehicles when they are parked and waiting to drop off and pick up children on school grounds; and be it further
Utah PTA and its constituent bodies conduct and/or support broad education of school employees, parents, students, and the public about the health, environmental, and economic impacts of idling and ways to reduce idling; and be it further
 

Utah PTA Legislative Policy: 

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

SCR005 | Concurrent Resolution Honoring 125th Anniversary of the National Parent Teacher Association

Description
General Description: 

This resolution recognizes the 125th anniversary of the National Parent Teacher Association.

Highlighted Provisions: 

This resolution:
15          ▸     recognizes the 125th anniversary of the National Parent Teacher Association;
16          ▸     acknowledges the importance of engaged and involved parents and families in
17     strong student academic performance;
18          ▸     recognizes the role of the National Parent Teacher Association and Utah Parent
19     Teacher Association in engaging parents and families in their children's education to
20     elevate student performance; and
21          ▸     encourages all citizens of Utah to actively engage in the education of the state's
22     children and youth.

Bill Details
Year: 
2022
Status: 
Governor Signed
Last Action: 
Mar 03, 2022
Sponsor
Senator
Republican - District 18
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note Amount: 
$0
Utah PTA Response
Utah PTA Position
Support
Impact on Children: 

Continued support of Utah PTA volunteers and their involvement in the schools and in education will strengthen the quality of the educational experience for all Utah children.

Commission: 
Community Engagement
Utah PTA Public Policy Program
National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions: 

Resolved, That Utah PTA and its constituent bodies provide opportunities for parents to feel welcome at their children’s schools and to interact positively with teachers and other school personnel; and be it further
Resolved, That Utah PTA and its constituent bodies encourage partnerships between community members and public schools that will champion parental engagement in education.

SCR008 | Concurrent Resolution Promoting Kindness in Utah

Description
General Description: 

This resolution expresses recognition of, and support for, kindness throughout the state of Utah.

Highlighted Provisions: 

Emphasizes the importance of kindness in Utah; recognizes Utah citizen's inherent proclivity to be kind to their fellow citizens; and urges continued support for proactive acts of kindness to foster a healthier society

Bill Details
Year: 
2023
Status: 
Governor Signed
Last Action: 
Mar 14, 2023
Sponsor
Senator
Republican - District 24
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note Amount: 
$0
Utah PTA Response
Utah PTA Position
Support
Impact on Children: 

This resolution encourages kindness through family and community acts of service

Commission: 
Individual Development
Utah PTA Public Policy Program
National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions: 

That Utah PTA and its constituent associations promote character development through civic education and the development of civic disposition by encouraging families to provide opportunities for students to discuss current events and civic issues in their home, participate in service and community outreach projects, and to engage civilly and respectfully in the community