No. 30881: R277-610. Released-Time Classes for Religious Instruction

DAR File No.: 30881
Filed: 01/08/2008, 02:38
Received by: NL

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

Subsection 53A-1-402(1) directs the Utah State Board of Education to establish rules and minimum standards for public schools; and Subsection 53A-1-401(3) permits the Utah State Board of Education to adopt rules in accordance with its responsibilities.

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

No written comments have been received.

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

This rule provides procedures to school districts regarding releasing students from classes for religious instruction. The rule continues to be used as a source of guidance when schools release students for this purpose. Therefore, this rule should be continued.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Education
Administration
250 E 500 S
SALT LAKE CITY UT 84111-3272

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

Carol Lear at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7835, by FAX at 801-538-7768, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Authorized by:

Carol Lear, Director, School Law and Legislation