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House narrowly approves ban on fusion candidates, HB 75 passes 54–50
Utah House of Representatives · January 29, 1998
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Summary
House Bill 75, which would bar candidates from appearing on the ballot as representatives of more than one political party, passed the Utah House 54–50 after proponents cited a Supreme Court decision and opponents warned it could limit political expression.
Representative Joseph G. Murray, sponsor of House Bill 75, told the chamber the bill would prohibit a candidate from appearing on the ballot as a member of more than one political party, arguing the change would reduce voter confusion and preserve party integrity.
Murray cited the U.S. Supreme Court…
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