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Committee advances Utah Schools for the Deaf and Blind amendments after audit-driven review

Utah Legislature Public Education Committee · February 24, 2026
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Summary

Lawmakers advanced a substitute bill clarifying USDB mission, governance, facilities and reporting after testimony from state education leaders, parents and the State Board; supporters said the changes respond to audit recommendations and seek long-term stability for services.

The Public Education Committee voted unanimously to advance a first substitute of HB 448, legislation aimed at clarifying the mission, governance, facilities and reporting responsibilities of the Utah Schools for the Deaf and Blind (USDB).

Representative White introduced the bill as a response to recent legislative and agency audits. "This legislation reconfirms our…

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