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Utah House narrows Monday in‑person absentee voting after split floor debate
Summary
The House passed HB390 to eliminate in‑person absentee voting at county clerk offices on the Monday before elections, prompting debate over access in rural counties and a failed amendment to exempt larger counties; vote was 49–26.
The Utah House passed House Bill 390 on Feb. 25, 2009, removing the ability to cast an in‑person absentee ballot at a county clerk’s office on the Monday immediately before an election. Proponents said the change eases logistical strain on smaller county clerks; opponents warned it would reduce voter access in close races.
Sponsor Representative Mathis told colleagues the change responds to a county clerk’s…
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