Events

Connect with Utah's cybersecurity community at our forums, workshops, and networking events designed to strengthen cyber defenses across the state.

Inaugural Event

HB 44 (formerly HB 42) Collaborative Forum: Implementing Utah's School Cybersecurity Amendments

A focused afternoon forum bringing together school district IT leaders, state officials, and cybersecurity professionals to discuss implementing Utah's new school cybersecurity requirements.

Date April 2026 (Exact date TBD)
Duration Lunch and afternoon session (~3 hours)
Location Silicon Slopes, Lehi, Utah
Audience Public & private sector professionals
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April TBD 2026

What to Expect

The HB 44 (formerly HB 42) Collaborative Forum is a focused afternoon event designed to help Utah's education sector navigate the new cybersecurity requirements. Join fellow IT leaders, state officials, and cybersecurity professionals over lunch for practical discussions on implementation.

Forum Highlights

  • Three Expert Speakers covering the legislative landscape, implementation strategies, and practical guidance for Utah LEAs
  • Networking Lunch connecting IT leaders across districts facing similar cybersecurity challenges
  • Resource Materials including implementation checklists, templates, and reference guides
  • Peer Networking to connect with fellow professionals and build relationships across Utah's cybersecurity community

Who Should Attend

  • School district IT directors and CISOs
  • Charter school technology administrators
  • USBE and state agency IT staff
  • Cybersecurity vendors serving K-12
  • Policy and compliance professionals

Legislative Update

Utah's school cybersecurity requirements (originally HB 42) were merged into HB 44 and passed during the 2026 session. This forum covers what LEAs need to know for compliance.

Preliminary

Draft Agenda

Subject to change as we finalize speakers and details.

11:30 AM

Registration & Networking Lunch

Check-in, connect with fellow attendees, and enjoy lunch

12:30 PM

Welcome & Opening Remarks

Introduction to UCA and the forum's objectives

12:45 PM

Speaker 1: The Legislative Landscape

Understanding HB 44 (formerly HB 42) and what it means for Utah LEAs

1:15 PM

Speaker 2: Implementation Strategies

Practical approaches to framework adoption and phased compliance

1:45 PM

Speaker 3: Resources and Next Steps

Tools, templates, and support available to Utah organizations

2:15 PM

Networking & Wrap-Up

Open discussion, peer connections, and closing remarks

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