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This bill amends Utah's campaign contribution laws by introducing more detailed definitions and restrictions on campaign contributions during legislative sessions and the governor's bill review period. The bill distinguishes between "state campaign contributions" (contributions for state-level campaigns) and "federal campaign contributions" (contributions for federal office campaigns), and defines "state officials" as including state legislators, lieutenant governor, attorney general, state auditor, and state treasurer. The bill prohibits lobbyists, principals, and political committees from making state campaign contributions to state officials during legislative sessions, and similarly restricts federal campaign contributions to state officials running for federal office. Additionally, the bill makes it unlawful to make campaign contributions with the intent to influence or reward state officials or the governor for their official actions. The legislation specifically targets contributions made during annual general sessions, veto override sessions, special sessions, and the period when the governor is reviewing bills. Violations of these provisions are classified as class A misdemeanors. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, and aims to enhance transparency and prevent potential conflicts of interest in campaign financing.

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https://le.utah.gov/~2025/bills/static/SB0018.html