House Bill 42, the so-called anti-Ritalin bill, allows teachers to discuss students' behavioral problems but not recommend a course of action. Board members worry teachers won't even have discussions, however, fearing they will be perceived as running afoul of the law.

Board members also will ask Huntsman not to sign a bill that amends several sections of the state's charter-school law because of two troublesome provisions. It could still become law without his signature.

First, they object to Senate Bill 178's imposition on the board's ability to deny charter school applications based on the school's impact on neighboring public schools.

The board's attorney suggested that provision might infringe on board authority afforded by the Utah Constitution.

The board also objected to a provision that allows charters to give enrollment preferences. Board members believe that may be discriminatory.

- Ronnie Lynn