New Utah law allows 17-year-olds to vote in primary election

New Utah law allows 17-year-olds to vote in primary election

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SALT LAKE CITY — A new Utah law allows 17-year-olds to vote in the June 26 primary election.

HB281 allows 16- and 17-year-olds to preregister to vote, and 17-year-olds may cast a ballot in the primary election as long as they turn 18 on or before the Nov. 6 general election.

Voter registration may be completed several ways, including at voter.utah.gov with a valid Utah driver's license or at a county clerk's office.

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Dennis Romboy is an editor and reporter for the Deseret News. He has covered a variety of beats over the years, including state and local government, social issues and courts. A Utah native, Romboy earned a degree in journalism from the University of Utah. He enjoys cycling, snowboarding and running.
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