Utah HB0351 amends school vision screening procedures, requiring follow-up with parents after failed screenings and allowing certain entities to.

Utah HB0351 mandates that local education agencies (LEA) follow up with parents after a student fails an initial vision screening. It also allows certain entities to contact parents of students who fail a vision screening, providing information on additional resources and follow-up care. The bill makes technical and conforming changes to the vision screening process, including the use of volunteers and outside entities for screening when a school nurse is unavailable. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Utah HB0351 amends school vision screening procedures, requiring follow-up with parents after failed screenings and allowing certain entities to.

Utah HB0351 mandates that local education agencies (LEA) follow up with parents after a student fails an initial vision screening. It also allows certain entities to contact parents of students who fail a vision screening, providing information on additional resources and follow-up care. The bill makes technical and conforming changes to the vision screening process, including the use of volunteers and outside entities for screening when a school nurse is unavailable. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026.