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Utah House narrows disparity in charter school capital funding, passes HB 119
Summary
The Utah House on Feb. 11 passed HB 119 to standardize the charter school local replacement formula so all districts contribute 25% of local property‑tax replacement; the change is estimated to shift about $2.8 million in district contributions statewide. The bill passed 45‑27 and moves to the Senate.
The Utah House of Representatives on Feb. 11 approved House Bill 119, a measure that removes language allowing a lower contribution from some school districts to the charter school local replacement formula and instead requires all districts to provide 25% of local replacement funding for charter school capital costs. The bill passed on third reading, 45‑27, and will be referred to the Senate for further consideration.
Representative Last, sponsor of HB 119, told the House the change "puts all the districts on the same footing" and framed the bill as an equalization effort. He said the bill removes the "lesser of" language from the existing formula so wealthier districts that previously paid a smaller percentage will be required…
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