All Roll Calls
Yes: 141 • No: 1
UtahH.B. 3532026 General SessionHouseWALLET
Higher Education Credit Transfer Amendments
Sponsored By: Ryan D. Wilcox (Republican)
Signed by Governor
EducationHigher EducationUtah Board of Higher EducationColleges and UniversitiesGovernanceHigher Education StudentsUtah System of Higher Education
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
6 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 3 mixed.
State board sets tuition and aid
Beginning May 6, 2026, the Utah Board of Higher Education sets tuition at each public college and university. The Board also runs state financial aid and performance funding and directs how money is allocated across schools. This central control can raise or lower what students pay and how aid is distributed. Students should watch Board decisions for changes in tuition and state aid rules.
Shared services required; funding cut if late
Beginning May 6, 2026, the Board must launch shared services across colleges, starting with commercialization, Title IX, IT, and HR/payroll/benefits. The law sets milestones: at least one shared service by Oct 1, 2024; two by Oct 1, 2025; and three by Oct 1, 2026. If the Board is found out of compliance, the Legislature must cut 10% of the listed appropriation the next year, adding 10% more for each year of noncompliance up to 30%. Shared services aim to lower overhead, but missed milestones trigger real funding cuts that can affect campuses and services.
Easier credit transfer across Utah colleges
Beginning May 6, 2026, the Board runs a statewide transfer system with common course numbers and tools to track what transfers. Colleges must list which courses meet general education and lower‑division rules and accept approved courses as meeting those requirements, not just as electives. The Board recognizes prior learning and can sign agreements with competency‑based providers when courses match college rigor and content. Faculty committees and standard program names align technical and degree programs statewide, and the Board reports each year on transfer pathways and prior learning. Students also get clear appeal information on transfer decisions.
College classes for people in prison
Beginning May 6, 2026, the Board of Higher Education works with the Department of Corrections to offer education programs in prisons. The law does not set funding or student rules. The goal is better reentry and job outcomes for people leaving prison.
Statewide goals and annual college reports
Beginning May 6, 2026, the Board sets statewide goals for quality, affordability, access, completion, and workforce alignment. It tracks clear metrics and collects needed data. Each year, the Board sends a public report on its goals and activities to lawmakers, the governor, and each college.
Stronger state control of college leadership
Beginning May 6, 2026, the Utah Board of Higher Education is the governing board for public colleges. The Board hires and evaluates presidents, may use performance‑based pay, and keeps a confidential succession plan. The University of Utah provides administrative support while the Board remains independent. The Board cannot merge a technical college with another school without the Legislature’s approval. Employee training and certifications must meet state rules.
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Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Ryan D. Wilcox
Republican • House
Cosponsors
Michael K. McKell
Republican • Senate
Roll Call Votes
Senate vote • 2/27/2026
Senate/ passed 3rd reading
Yes: 23 • No: 1
Senate vote • 2/26/2026
Senate/ passed 2nd reading
Yes: 27 • No: 0
House vote • 2/24/2026
Senate Comm - Favorable Recommendation
Yes: 3 • No: 0
House vote • 2/9/2026
House/ passed 3rd reading
Yes: 72 • No: 0
House vote • 2/4/2026
House Comm - Consent Calendar Recommendation
Yes: 8 • No: 0
House vote • 2/4/2026
House Comm - Favorable Recommendation
Yes: 8 • 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
3/6/2026HouseEnrolled Bill Returned to House or Senate
3/6/2026Draft of Enrolled Bill Prepared
3/3/2026Bill Received from House for Enrolling
3/3/2026House/ signed by Speaker/ sent for enrolling
2/27/2026HouseHouse/ received from Senate
2/27/2026HouseSenate/ to House
2/27/2026SenateSenate/ signed by President/ returned to House
2/27/2026SenateSenate/ passed 3rd reading
2/27/2026SenateSenate/ 3rd reading
2/27/2026SenateSenate/ passed 2nd reading
2/26/2026SenateSenate/ 2nd reading
2/26/2026SenateSenate/ placed on 2nd Reading Calendar
2/25/2026SenateSenate/ committee report favorable
2/25/2026SenateSenate Comm - Favorable Recommendation
2/24/2026Senate/ to standing committee
2/12/2026SenateSenate/ 1st reading (Introduced)
2/10/2026SenateSenate/ received from House
2/9/2026SenateHouse/ to Senate
2/9/2026HouseHouse/ passed 3rd reading
2/9/2026HouseHouse/ 3rd reading
2/9/2026HouseHouse/ 2nd reading
2/5/2026House
Bill Text
Enrolled
3/6/2026
Introduced
1/23/2026
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