Bill > HB0213

This bill introduces significant changes to Utah's voting procedures, primarily focusing on how ballots are requested and delivered. The key provisions include establishing an online remote ballot request system by January 1, 2026, where voters will no longer automatically receive ballots by mail and must actively request them. Beginning in 2026, voters will need to submit a request through an online system or by contacting their county clerk to receive a ballot by mail. Voters who do not vote in a regular general election will be removed from the mail ballot list and must resubmit a request. The bill also modifies voter registration forms to include new ballot notification sections, provides mechanisms for voters to opt in or out of mail voting, and requires election officers to notify voters about these upcoming changes. Additionally, the bill includes technical amendments to various sections of Utah's election code to support these new voting procedures, such as updating references and definitions. The changes are designed to give voters more control over their voting method while ensuring election integrity, with an effective date of May 7, 2025, to allow time for implementation and public education.

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