Emily Olsen, Chair of the Progressive Caucus, has submitted proposed edits to the of the bylaws of the Utah Democratic Party. It is presently being reviewed by the parliamentarian and will be on the agenda of the next Rules Committee meeting. These proposed edits replace those for the UDP Constitution. The edits are subject to change. Please contact Emily if you have any questions or comments. The proposed edits are highlighted in bright blue below:
Proposed edits to the Utah Democratic Party Bylaws
Motion #1:
Article II: State Primary Convention
Section 6. Nomination of Candidates for the General Election. All persons intending to
143 become candidates at the Primary Convention for any elected office except for Lieutenant
144 Governor of the State of Utah, shall file a statement of candidacy with either the County Clerk or
145 Lieutenant Governor’s Office, as appropriate. Sponsors of all organizations, ballot initiatives,
146 referendums, and other statements of preference, herein referred to as issues, intending to receive
147 endorsement by the delegates at the Primary Convention shall submit a written request for
148 consideration to the State Party Chair no later than 14 days before the convention.
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150 Where the number of candidates or issues before the delegates is not greater than the number to
151 be elected or endorsed at the next general election, those candidates and sponsors of issues shall
152 be allowed to address the Convention, delegates, or caucus, as appropriate, seeking confirmation
153 of the Democratic Party’s nomination or endorsement. In partisan races with a single Democratic candidate, delegates shall have the opportunity to vote whether to nominate the candidate, and party nomination shall be met by a simple majority.
Motion #2:
Article XII: General Provisions
Section 12. At no time shall the party require payment from candidates for access to VAN (VoteBuilder).