All Roll Calls
Yes: 135 • No: 0
UtahH.B. 1422026 General SessionHouseWALLET
School Fee Waiver Amendments
Sponsored By: Doug Welton (Republican)
Signed by Governor
EducationK-12 EducationSchool FinanceLocal Education Agencies (LEAs)School DistrictsSchool Fees
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
6 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 1 costs, 2 mixed.
Fee waivers when families can’t pay
Beginning July 1, 2026, if a school fee would stop a student from fully joining or finishing because the family can’t pay, the school must waive the fee. Each local board must have written waiver rules and must tell families who qualifies and how to apply. If a school denies a waiver, it must give a written decision and explain how to appeal.
Fee waivers for eligible foster youth
Beginning July 1, 2026, if a student is in state custody and eligible under Title IV‑E, the school must give fee waivers or approved alternatives. This removes fee barriers for eligible foster youth.
Noncash options to cover school fees
Beginning July 1, 2026, schools that charge fees can offer noncash ways to meet them. Options include tutoring other students, helping teachers before or after school, or service at school, home, or in the community. Local boards may add more choices with state approval.
Local caps on total fee waivers
Beginning July 1, 2026, each local board must set a dollar cap on the total fee waivers it will grant. The law does not set the amount. Waiver funds may run out if a board sets a low cap.
Overnight trip waivers: limits and plans
Beginning July 1, 2026, a “trip” means a school‑sponsored travel of two or more nights that charges a fee; similar in‑state association trips do not count. Local boards must limit overnight trip fee waivers to two per student each school year. A student who already qualifies may get a second trip waiver by meeting the principal and agreeing to a written action plan for school‑related contributions. The plan must fit the student’s abilities and schedule and avoid hurting academics or personal duties. Schools may still offer more trips, and students may join them, but they may need to pay if no waiver applies.
Paperwork and privacy rules for fee waivers
Beginning July 1, 2026, parents applying for a waiver must provide proof, like tax returns or current pay stubs. The state board sets which documents and certifications are acceptable. After the school verifies eligibility, it does not have to keep the paperwork on file.
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Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Doug Welton
Republican • House
Cosponsors
Heidi Balderree
Republican • Senate
Roll Call Votes
Senate vote • 2/25/2026
Senate/ passed 3rd reading
Yes: 26 • No: 0
House vote • 2/19/2026
Senate Comm - Consent Calendar Recommendation
Yes: 6 • No: 0
House vote • 2/19/2026
Senate Comm - Favorable Recommendation
Yes: 6 • No: 0
House vote • 2/5/2026
House/ passed 3rd reading
Yes: 73 • No: 0
House vote • 1/27/2026
House Comm - Amendment Recommendation
Yes: 12 • No: 0
House vote • 1/27/2026
House Comm - Favorable Recommendation
Yes: 12 • No: 0
Actions Timeline
Governor Signed
3/19/2026House/ to Governor
3/11/2026HouseHouse/ received enrolled bill from Printing
3/11/2026HouseHouse/ enrolled bill to Printing
3/10/2026HouseEnrolled Bill Returned to House or Senate
3/10/2026Draft of Enrolled Bill Prepared
2/27/2026Bill Received from House for Enrolling
2/27/2026House/ signed by Speaker/ sent for enrolling
2/25/2026HouseHouse/ received from Senate
2/25/2026HouseSenate/ to House
2/25/2026SenateSenate/ signed by President/ returned to House
2/25/2026SenateSenate/ passed 3rd reading
2/25/2026SenateSenate/ 3rd reading
2/25/2026SenateSenate/ 2nd reading
2/20/2026SenateSenate/ comm rpt/ placed on Consent Calendar
2/20/2026SenateSenate Comm - Consent Calendar Recommendation
2/19/2026Senate Comm - Favorable Recommendation
2/19/2026Senate/ to standing committee
2/9/2026SenateSenate/ 1st reading (Introduced)
2/6/2026SenateSenate/ received from House
2/5/2026SenateHouse/ to Senate
2/5/2026HouseHouse/ passed 3rd reading
2/5/2026HouseHouse/ 3rd reading
2/5/2026HouseHouse/ 2nd reading
1/28/2026HouseHouse/ comm rpt/ amended
1/28/2026House
Bill Text
Enrolled
3/10/2026
Amended 1/28/2026 10:01:231
1/28/2026
Introduced
1/5/2026
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