Bill would require coursework accommodations for college students with deeply held beliefs

By: Will Ruzanski

Outlets: Utah News Dispatch

Published: February 6, 2026

Words: 946

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

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Utah lawmakers are considering a bill that would require colleges and universities to offer alternative assignments or exemptions when coursework violates a student’s deeply held beliefs — including religious ideals or objections based on conscience.

HB204 is sponsored by Rep. Michael Petersen, R-North Logan, and received a favorable recommendation from the House Education Committee in an 8-1 vote Wednesday. The bill would require public higher education institutions to make accommodations for students whose …

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