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Confused about the Utah primaries? 6 answers to help you out

Confused about the Utah primaries? 6 answers to help you out

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On June 28th you have a chance to make your voice heard in the Primary Election. Whether you’re new to voting or a voting veteran, most people can use more information about the voting process. It’s difficult to keep up on the issues, research candidates, and track registration deadlines, so here are some common questions and answers about Utah’s upcoming June 28th Primary Election.

What is a primary election?

When you vote in a political party’s primary election, you are helping select a party’s nominee. The party’s nominee will then challenge candidates from other parties during the general election in November.

This year, the Republican and Democratic Parties are holding primary elections, but you can only vote in one party’s primary election. Depending on where you live, you may also have the chance to vote for nonpartisan school board candidates to advance to the general election.

Can I vote in the Primary Election?

Yes! Any voter can vote in the Democratic Party primary. To participate in the Republican Party primary, you must be a registered Republican. You may only vote in one party’s primary.

Additionally, many voters will be able to vote for nonpartisan school board candidates, regardless whether they vote in the Republican or Democratic primary.

If you’re not sure if you’re registered with a party or which party you’re registered with, check out your voter profile at vote.utah.gov.

What can I vote for?

The offices you can vote for depends on the party primary you select and where you live. Major primary contests include U.S. Congressional District 3, Governor, and 11 Utah legislative seats for the Republican primary, U.S. Senate for the Democratic primary, and 7 nonpartisan state school board seats. Your ballot may also include county offices and local school board primaries. You can find your sample ballot and read candidate statements and biographies on vote.utah.gov.

How do I vote?

Your voting options will depend on your county. Most counties in Utah will mail a ballot to you, and some counties will have early voting locations open starting June 14th. Enter your address at vote.utah.gov to see what options you have to cast your ballot.

When do I need to register to vote?

In most counties, the last day to register to vote is Tuesday, June 21st. You can register online at vote.utah.gov or you can stop in at your county clerk’s office. Some counties will offer same day registration at voting locations on Election Day (see the list of counties here).

What if I have more questions?

Visit vote.utah.gov to find more information about the June 28th Primary Election. Utah’s election officials are also happy to answer any questions that you may have. You can contact your local county clerk or the Lieutenant Governor’s office at 801-538-1041 or elections@utah.gov.

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