Representative Carl Albrecht
January 2, 2025
Committee Assignments & Preparing for the 2025 General Session
We are busy preparing for the 2025 General Session, which starts January 21st. I’ve been assigned to serve on the Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment Standing Committee, as Chair; the Natural Resources Agriculture and Environment Appropriations Committee; and the Public Utilities and Energy Committee. I continue to serve on the State Water Development Commission, the Federalism Commission, and also serve as the Co-Chair of the Rural Caucus. The Speaker recently appointed me to the Constitution Defense Council. I am looking forward to working with my colleagues to pass meaningful legislation that will help all Utahns. I will keep you updated throughout the Session, but please reach out to me with questions and concerns. I want to hear from you!
Thank You for Letting Me Continue to Represent You!
It has been an honor representing District 70 in the Utah House of Representatives. Thank you for trusting me to serve you and our communities in this capacity.
Legislative Auditors Release Report on Higher Ed
In November, legislative auditors released a major report on higher education efficiency and workforce alignment. The report urges institutions to better address Utah’s workforce needs, especially as they face projected declines in student enrollment.
Explore the latest legislative audits, including detailed reviews of OpenEd (formerly My Tech High) and emergency medical transportation in Utah.
Findings from the Higher Education Audit:
- Institutions do not calculate program-level costs or fully understand market demand when making institutional decisions.
- Institution presidents should act with the system in mind to reduce program duplication, improve program outcomes, and coordinate programs.
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- In some areas, institutions are losing student market share to private non-traditional institutions.
Recommendations:
- Perform ongoing system review for operational efficiencies, including programs, and determine whether system-level performance funding is desired.
- Use program cost, enrollment, completion, employment, and workforce demand data to determine if programs should be expanded, reduced, or discontinued.
New Podcast Episode: Tackling Utah’s Housing Crisis
In the latest episode of Majority Report, House Majority Leader Rep. Jeff Moss talks with Rep. Stephen Whyte, a leading voice on housing policy and co-chair of the Commission on Housing Affordability. Representing House District 63 in Utah County, Rep. Whyte discusses his journey into public service, the root causes of Utah’s housing shortage, and how policymakers are working together to make homeownership more affordable.
Happy New Year
I hope this new year brings you joy, peace, and cherished moments with loved ones. May your new year be filled with prosperity, good health, and endless opportunities. From my family to yours, Happy New Year!
Thank You Again.
Respectfully,
Representative Carl Albrecht
435-979-56578
carlalbrecht@le.utah.gov
