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House approves $15 million STEM Action Center to boost math, science training and workforce pipeline
Summary
The Utah House passed HB139 to create a STEM Action Center under GOED with a $15 million general‑fund fiscal note for grants, a center and competitions; supporters said the initiative will improve K‑12 STEM outcomes and workforce readiness, while some raised constitutional concerns about governance.
The Utah House voted to create a STEM Action Center on Feb. 28, approving HB139 and a $15 million fiscal package intended for matching classroom grants, a physical center, competitions and teacher development.
Representative Val Peterson, sponsor of the measure, said the bill aims to raise K‑12 math and science proficiency and align education with employer needs. Peterson framed the center as a public‑private collaboration housed…
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