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UT SJR008

Joint Resolution

Status

Enrolled

3/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Brady Brammer

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Origin

Senate

2026 General Session

AI Summary

  • Utah Valley University must conduct a feasibility study for establishing a law school at its Thanksgiving Point campus in Lehi, in consultation with the Utah Board of Higher Education
  • The study must evaluate facility needs, faculty requirements, ABA accreditation pathways, market viability, tuition projections, and five-year operating budget projections
  • Programming must focus on evening and weekend instruction to serve working professionals and non-traditional students
  • Written report of findings and recommendations due to the Education Interim Committee and Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee by November 30, 2026
  • UVU must fund the study using only non-tax based funds appropriated by the Legislature; no money is directly appropriated in this resolution

Legislative Description

Joint Resolution to Initiate a Law School at Utah Valley University

Education

Last Action

Senate/ to Lieutenant Governor in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Economic Development and Workforce Services2/26/2026
Rules2/18/2026
Education1/23/2026
Rules1/21/2026

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