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UT HB0548

UT HB0548
Primary Election Amendments


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Introduced
02/11/2026
In Committee
03/04/2026
Crossed Over
03/02/2026
Passed
Dead
03/06/2026

Introduced Session

2026 General Session

Bill Summary

General Description: This bill addresses primary elections.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing Utah law regarding primary elections, primarily by adjusting the conditions under which a primary election is held for municipal offices and special district board positions. Specifically, it modifies the rules for when a primary election is mandatory, optional, or prohibited based on the number of candidates for an office, and it clarifies the timing of final elections for newly incorporated municipalities. The bill also makes minor adjustments to candidate filing procedures for special districts and clarifies the process for special districts to change their election timing to align with general elections.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

House/ filed in House file for bills not passed (on 03/06/2026)

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