August 2025 Archive
Utah’s Division of Services for People with Disabilities: Understanding the Waitlist
The Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD) provides a variety of supports to help people with disabilities live more independently and participate fully in their communities. These supports are designed to meet the unique needs of each individual. Some people require around-the-clock care, while others may only need a few hours of […]
Power of PIDs: A Look at Utah’s Public Infrastructure Districts
Public Infrastructure Districts (PIDs) are limited purpose local government entities which can be created by cities, counties or other political subdivisions to facilitate the development of infrastructure for public benefit as outlined in UAC Title 17D, Chapter 4. Initially authorized by S.B. 228, “Public Infrastructure District Act” in the 2019 General Session, these districts can […]
Oh, SNAP! How the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Impacts Utah’s Nutrition Assistance Budget
The recently federally enacted “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (H.R. 1) is set to create fiscal impacts for the state of Utah and could lead to future financial responsibilities related to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This new legislation changes the funding structure for both the administrative costs and the benefits provided through the […]
Foundational Funding: The Rebuilding of Higher Education Capital Requests
As students and faculty return to campuses across Utah, a quiet revolution is underway in how the state funds and builds its higher education facilities. Since 2019, Utah has shifted from a reactive, year-to-year funding model to a strategic, forward-thinking approach that provides a stable financial foundation for capital projects. This change, initiated by Senate […]