53H-11-416. Citizenship scholarship program.

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Effective 5/6/2026

(1)As used in this section:

(a)"Citizenship grade" means the same as that term is defined in Section 53E-4-208 .

(b)"Fund" means the Citizenship Scholarship Fund created in Section 59-10-1325 .

(2)The board shall:

(a)collect citizenship grade and attendance data from an LEA as necessary to administer this section;

(b)establish scholarship eligibility criteria that:

(i)includes demonstrated exemplary citizenship as reflected in citizenship grades awarded under Section 53E-4-208 ;

(ii)includes student attendance records as a component of eligibility; and

(iii)prioritizes students who have demonstrated sustained exemplary citizenship throughout high school;

(c)distribute scholarship funds to eligible students attending an institution within the state system of higher education; and

(d)upon request, report to the Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee on the program's administration and outcomes.

(3)Upon receiving funds from the State Tax Commission in accordance with Section 59-10-1325 , the board shall distribute scholarships in accordance with the eligibility criteria and procedures established under this section.

(4)In accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, the board shall make rules to:

(a)establish detailed scholarship eligibility criteria;

(b)define the weight and consideration given to citizenship grades and attendance records;

(c)establish application procedures and deadlines;

(d)determine scholarship award amounts; and

(e)establish any other provisions necessary to administer this section.

Enacted by Chapter 206 , 2026 General Session