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Senate overrides governor—s veto on bill limiting special-election dates
Summary
The Utah Senate voted to override Gov. Walker—s veto of Senate Bill 115, which narrows allowable special-election dates mainly to November general elections and a June primary date; the measure passed on a 24-5 roll call and was sent to the House for further consideration.
The Utah Senate on April 26 voted to override Governor Olin S. Walker—s veto of Senate Bill 115, a measure that narrows when local governments may hold special elections on measures that increase debt or taxes.
Senator Bramble, sponsor of the bill, said the proposal "limits special elections to the general election or municipal election date in November... and the fourth Tuesday in June," arguing the change would strengthen citizens—…
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