Utah House approves HB 114 to increase school nursing support
February 16, 2022 | 2022 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
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The Utah General Legislative Session continued on February 16, 2022, with significant discussions surrounding various bills, notably House Bill 114 concerning school nursing services. The session began with the passage of Senate Bill 121, which received 58 votes in favor and 13 against, and will now be returned to the Senate for further consideration.
The primary focus shifted to House Bill 114, introduced by Representative Harrison, which aims to improve school nursing services across the state. The bill proposes a change in the recommended ratio of school nurses to students from 1 nurse per 5,000 students to 1 nurse per 2,000 students. This adjustment is intended to address the increasing medical and mental health issues faced by students, which have been disrupting classroom activities and hindering educational outcomes.
Representative Harrison emphasized that the bill is not a mandate but rather an encouragement for school districts to prioritize hiring more nurses. The bill has garnered support from various educational and medical organizations, including the Utah School Board Association and the Utah PTA. The discussion highlighted the importance of having qualified registered nurses in schools to better support students' health needs.
Following a thorough discussion, the second substitute of House Bill 114 was adopted with unanimous support, passing with 73 votes in favor and none against. The bill will now be transmitted to the Senate for further consideration.
The session also included a motion to uncircle House Bill 238, indicating ongoing legislative activity and the potential for further discussions on additional bills. Overall, the meeting underscored the legislative body's commitment to enhancing student health services and addressing the pressing needs within Utah's educational system.
The primary focus shifted to House Bill 114, introduced by Representative Harrison, which aims to improve school nursing services across the state. The bill proposes a change in the recommended ratio of school nurses to students from 1 nurse per 5,000 students to 1 nurse per 2,000 students. This adjustment is intended to address the increasing medical and mental health issues faced by students, which have been disrupting classroom activities and hindering educational outcomes.
Representative Harrison emphasized that the bill is not a mandate but rather an encouragement for school districts to prioritize hiring more nurses. The bill has garnered support from various educational and medical organizations, including the Utah School Board Association and the Utah PTA. The discussion highlighted the importance of having qualified registered nurses in schools to better support students' health needs.
Following a thorough discussion, the second substitute of House Bill 114 was adopted with unanimous support, passing with 73 votes in favor and none against. The bill will now be transmitted to the Senate for further consideration.
The session also included a motion to uncircle House Bill 238, indicating ongoing legislative activity and the potential for further discussions on additional bills. Overall, the meeting underscored the legislative body's commitment to enhancing student health services and addressing the pressing needs within Utah's educational system.
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