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Utah proposal would tighten rules for some initiatives
Elections and votingA proposed amendment would make it harder for some Utah ballot initiatives to qualify under state rules.
The Ballot Utah DeskOct 2, 2026
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News · UT
Lee blocks approval rule for Kennedy Center demolition
Elections and votingThe bipartisan effort would have required Congress to approve any Trump administration demolition of the Kennedy Center.
The Ballot Utah DeskSep 30, 2026
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What to know about Utah’s 2026 elections
Elections and votingUtah voters will decide four U.S. House contests on Nov. 3 against a backdrop of Republican presidential wins in 2016, 2020 and 2024.
The Ballot Utah Policy DeskSep 26, 2026
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Audit finds no significant fraud in Utah primary
Elections and votingThe review flagged possible deceased voters on Utah’s rolls and one person who voted twice, while finding no significant fraud.
The Ballot Utah News DeskSep 17, 2026