Utah SB0062 amends the formula for calculating weighted pupil units in school funding, adjusting for growth based on the current school year's.

Utah SB0062 modifies the calculation of weighted pupil units for school funding, adjusting for positive or negative growth based on the current school year's October count. The bill specifies that the state board should use the higher of the prior year's average daily membership adjusted for growth or the current year's October count. It also sets specific growth factors for different grade levels. This change aims to provide a more accurate reflection of current enrollment trends in the distribution of school funds. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Utah SB0062 amends the formula for calculating weighted pupil units in school funding, adjusting for growth based on the current school year's.

Utah SB0062 modifies the calculation of weighted pupil units for school funding, adjusting for positive or negative growth based on the current school year's October count. The bill specifies that the state board should use the higher of the prior year's average daily membership adjusted for growth or the current year's October count. It also sets specific growth factors for different grade levels. This change aims to provide a more accurate reflection of current enrollment trends in the distribution of school funds. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026.