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How could the proposed amendment to modernize public notice in Utah affect Deidre Henderson?

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Modernizing public notice requirements could change election rules overseen by Deidre Henderson The proposed Constitutional Amendment A seeks to replace the current requirement that all proposed constitutional amendments be published in newspapers across the state for two months with a more flexible system. If approved by voters, a companion bill suggests that publication on the lieutenant governor’s website and the public meetings notice website would be sufficient notice. As Chief Election Officer, Deidre Henderson would oversee the implementation of these new, modernized public notice requirements for state elections, shifting the legal standard for public information delivery.

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  • Utah’s Constitution requires the Legislature to publish the text of any proposed constitutional amendment in newspapers across the state at least two months before Election Day.sltrib.com
  • Amendment A would remove the requirement that the text of future amendments must be published in newspapers, requiring it to be published as the Legislature deems appropriate.sltrib.com
  • If voters approve the amendment, a companion bill says publication on the lieutenant governor’s website and the public meetings notice website would be sufficient notice.sltrib.com
  • Ballots must be received by the county clerk by 8 p.m. on Election Day.sltrib.com

Why it matters

The change represents a significant shift in how state transparency is legally mandated. Currently, the requirement for mandatory newspaper publication has led to substantial costs, with past constitutional amendments costing an estimated $1.4 million to publish.

This modernization effort aims to improve accessibility and save taxpayer dollars by moving away from expensive, outdated print requirements. For Deidre Henderson, the change means her office must transition from enforcing a strict, costly print standard to managing a more flexible, digital system for public notice.

What we don't know yet

  • What specific criteria will the Legislature use to deem publication 'appropriate' under the new amendment?
  • How will the new digital notice requirements be integrated into existing election infrastructure?

What would change this answer

The amendment fails to pass the November 3 electionThe current constitutional requirement for mandatory newspaper publication of amendments will remain in effect.
The amendment passes and the companion bill is enactedDeidre Henderson's office will begin the process of updating its operational guidelines to manage the new digital and flexible notice requirements.

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