House advances changes to dual‑language immersion bridge program, debate centers on teacher credential rule
Feb 26, 2026
Feb 26, 2026
Second substitute Senate Bill 77, refining Utah's dual language immersion and bridge program, passed the House 63–0. Debate focused on a requirement that concurrent‑enrollment language teachers hold a master's degree (or meet an exception approved by the partnering institution and LEA).
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SALT LAKE CITY — The House passed second substitute Senate Bill 77 on Wednesday, approving technical and programmatic corrections to Utah’s dual language immersion and bridge programs.
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