No. 31492: R765-254. Secure Area Hearing Rooms

DAR File No.: 31492
Filed: 05/27/2008, 04:43
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:

Sections 53B-2-106 and 53B-3-1-3 permit the presidents of public colleges and universities and the Board of Regents to establish procedures and rules to allow for safe and effective administration of the mission of the respective schools. Title 76 addresses issues involving criminal actions and the protection against such actions on college campuses. Sections 76-8-311.1 and 76-10-523.5 and Title 76, Chapter 8, Part 7, require institutions to provide a meeting place for hearings that is secure from firearms, explosives, chemical, and incendiary devices.

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 comments were received by this agency since the last five-year review was made.

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

Continuance of this rule is necessary to assure compliance with Section 76-8-311.1 and Title 76, Chapter 8, Part 7, for the well-being of the public when hearings are held on campuses of public institutions of higher education in Utah.

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

Regents (Board Of)
Administration
BOARD OF REGENTS BUILDING, THE GATEWAY
60 SOUTH 400 WEST
SALT LAKE CITY UT 84101-1284

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

Ronell Crossley at the above address, by phone at 801-321-7291, by FAX at 801-321-7299, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Authorized by:

David Buhler, Interim Commissioner