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This bill modifies the procedures for filling candidate and officeholder vacancies in Utah elections. It introduces new definitions and processes for selecting replacement candidates when a political party needs to fill a vacancy in an election. The bill establishes a more structured approach where the delegates of the applicable political party will, by majority vote, select an eligible individual to fill the vacancy. The party liaison must then provide written certification of the selected candidate to the appropriate election officer or governor. This process applies to vacancies in various elected offices, including legislative positions, state-level offices like attorney general and state treasurer, and State Board of Education members. The bill specifies different procedures depending on the timing of the vacancy and the type of office, ensuring that political parties have a consistent and transparent method for replacing candidates who can no longer run for office due to reasons such as death, resignation, or disqualification. The bill also includes coordinating amendments with another bill (H.B. 504) related to financial disclosures for candidates seeking midterm appointments. The changes are set to take effect on May 7, 2025.

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