HB0143S01 | Special Education Amendments

Description
General Description: 

This bill creates a written notice requirement related to special education.

Highlighted Provisions: 

This bill requires local education agency to give written notice to a parent of an eligible student when a relocation of child’s special class may occur. Notice shall be sent at least 30 days before the change. Parents are to be given full information about the change and a chance to respond and give comment before the LEA makes a final decision.

Bill Details
Bill Number: 
HB0143S01
Year: 
2026
Status: 
House/ to Governor
Last Action: 
Mar 12, 2026
Sponsor
Representative
Karen M. Peterson
Republican - District 13
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note Amount: 
$0
None
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Utah PTA Response
Utah PTA Position
Support
Impact on Children: 

It is an all too common occurrence for the location of classrooms for students with disabilities to be changed. This bill would make sure that parents are notified in advance of any changes and will give them a chance to give input and for that input to be considered by administrators before a final decision is made.

Commission: 
Special Needs Specialist
Utah PTA Public Policy Program
National PTA and Utah PTA Position Statements: 

PTA Position Statement -

The Education of Students with Disabilities PTA recommends that parents, guardians, and families of students with disabilities: • Be included in every decision concerning eligibility of services, accommodations, and placement.