by Derek Monson | Mar 9, 2022
Civics of the Utah State Legislature, part 6: Finalizing the budget Written by In the closing days of each general session, the Legislature finalizes the state budget, including making final budget allocations to the current fiscal year and starting allocations for...
by Derek Monson | Feb 21, 2022
Civics of the Utah State Legislature, part 5: The governor Written by The governor plays a distinct and critical role in lawmaking. He or she is often (but not always) the final level of vetting that legislation receives before becoming law. The governor also serves...
by Derek Monson | Feb 17, 2022
Civics of the Utah State Legislature, part 4: House and Senate Written by After legislation is favorably recommended by a standing committee, the next level of vetting for a bill or resolution is the full Utah House of Representatives or Utah Senate. An example can...
by Derek Monson | Feb 15, 2022
On matters of education choice, 2022 is not 2007 Written by Last week, new legislation was introduced in the Utah House of Representatives to create the Hope Scholarship Program, which would extend new educational opportunities to students who need them through a...
by Derek Monson | Feb 14, 2022
The civics of curriculum transparency Written by Curriculum transparency, done right, strengthens the parent-teacher partnership in the education of children. It empowers parents with opportunities to have their voices heard and their values reflected in public...
