School District Governance Agreements

HB 545 prohibits Utah school districts from entering into agreements that delegate governance authority - such as decisions about curriculum, budgets, or operations - to private entities. The bill specifically bans contracts with private associations or non-government groups that would transfer such authority, with only a narrow exception for school community councils defined under existing law. This law, effective May 7, 2025, ensures school governance remains under local school boards rather than private organizations. It applies directly to all Utah public school districts and any private entities seeking to partner on governance.