News Releases
Six financial education champions to be inducted into the Utah Financial Education Hall of Fame
Five outstanding educators and one community leader will be inducted into the Utah Financial Education Hall of Fame this evening during a banquet at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi, honoring their lasting impact on Utah studentsâ financial futures...The Financial Education Hall of Fame, established in 2024 by the Utah Office of State Treasurer, Utah Jump$tart Coalition, and the Utah State Board of Education, spotlights leaders whose work transforms that standard into life-changing skills. (Read More)
Sutherland releases survey data on health, work, and purpose struggles of American men
Today, Sutherland Institute released new national survey data highlighting the experiences and perspectives of American men. While majorities of respondents, on average, report good mental and physical health, satisfaction with work, and a positive sense of purpose and fulfillment in life, the data reveals that a significant subset of respondents report struggling in each of these domains. (Read More)
Utah House Democratic Leadership on recent events of gun violence and divisive rhetoric
House Democratic Leadership released the following statement after a series of tragic shootings in Utah and across the country:
âOver the weekend, we witnessed a series of disturbing and tragic acts of violence, both here in Utah and across the nation. In Minnesota, public servants dedicated to their communities were attacked or assassinated in their home. Here in Utah, during an extremely peaceful protest, a respected community leader was fatally shot when a gunman approached the crowd. And in West Valley City, three individuals, including an innocent 8-month-old and their mother, were killed at a family festival meant to celebrate our diverse cultures...As a caucus, we remain committed to advancing policies that reduce gun violence, promote accountability, and protect the safety and dignity of every Utahn. We call on others to join us in that commitment.â (Read More)
Utah and eligible jurisdictions will sign settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family
Utah and all 54 other eligible jurisdictions agreed to sign onto a settlement agreement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family over their significant role in fueling the opioid epidemic. This monumental agreement, totaling $7.4 billion, marks a critical step towards accountability, with Utah slated to receive $57 million to combat the devastating impact of the crisis on its communities. This outcome is a direct result of the persistent efforts of the Utah Department of Commerceâs Division of Consumer Protection and the Office of the Utah Attorney General (OAG) to hold the Sacklers accountable. (Read More)
South Valley Services earns Charity Navigatorâs 4-Star Rating and GuideStarâs Platinum Seal of Transparency
South Valley Services (SVS) has again earned a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, the largest independent evaluator of nonprofits in the United States. SVS also received GuideStarâs Platinum Seal of Transparency, the highest level of recognition from Candid, a trusted source for nonprofit data and insights. South Valley Services is a survivor-centered organization where individuals impacted by domestic abuse and sexual violence can realize their strength, courage, and resilience while on their path to an empowered future. (Read More)
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