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Senate advances SB 67 after extended debate on citizenship proof and logistics
Summary
Senators debated SB 67, a bill requiring proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration and certain ID when voting; supporters cited models upheld by courts, opponents raised concerns about mail‑in/door‑to‑door registration logistics, costs for obtaining documents, and county workload. The bill passed the roll call as read in the transcript (20 yes, 9 no).
Senate Bill 67, sponsored by Senator Madsen, would require prospective voters in Utah to demonstrate U.S. citizenship as a condition of voter registration and to present identification when voting. In floor remarks Madsen framed the bill as a measure to close perceived loopholes and said the draft draws on models used in other states and vetted under the Help America Vote Act framework.
During detailed questioning, senators pressed the sponsor on what…
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