UT SB0051

Establishes a statewide student threat flag system requiring LEAs to report credible threats to the State Board of Education, which can then share threat information with other LEAs when students transfer schools

Defines "credible threat" as one evaluated by a threat assessment team posing potential risk of physical violence, serious bodily injury, or significant property damage based on specificity, student's access to means, behavioral history, and other factors

Requires threat assessment teams at LEAs to include a school administrator, school safety personnel, mental health professional (if available), and other appropriate individuals

Adds threat assessment information to school safety needs assessments conducted every three years, and requires the School Safety Center to provide training on threat assessment protocols and establish best practices for information sharing

Provides immunity for LEAs, the state board, and employees acting in good faith when reporting, accessing, or using threat assessment information in compliance with established procedures; effective date July 1, 2026