Participatory Democracy & Voting Rights

Voting is the cornerstone of our democracy and a fundamental right upon which all our civil liberties rest. Through legislation, litigation, and voter education, the ACLU of Utah works to protect and expand Americans' freedom to vote, strives to keep Utah's public officials accountable, and to ensure that everyone's voice in Utah is heard.

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2024 Election Guide

Voting is the cornerstone of our democracy and a fundamental right upon which all our civil liberties rest. Through legislation, litigation, and voter education, the ACLU of Utah works to protect and expand Americans' freedom to vote, strives to keep Utah's public officials accountable, and to ensure that everyone's voice in Utah is heard.

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Veto Letter to Governor Cox on HB209

The ACLU of Utah strongly urges Governor Cox to veto House Bill 209, Voting Amendments.
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Your Right to Vote: Voting in San Juan County, Utah

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Settlement Extension Ensures Voting Access For San Juan County Voters Through 2028

We're proud of the extension of our settlement agreement with San Juan County, Utah, initially reached following a lawsuit filed in 2016. This settlement protects the rights of Navajo voters by requiring the County to provide in-person voting and accessible election information in Navajo (Diné
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Veto Letter to Governor Cox on HB300

Utah has long been a leader in safe, reliable elections that are free from fraud and unnecessary barriers. HB300 threatens that reality by adding burdensome voting requirements.
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Jan 30, 2025

Amicus Brief in Menzies, et. al v. Utah Dept. of Corrections, et. al

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Nov 01, 2023

Amicus Brief in Natalie R. v. Utah

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Sep 14, 2023

Amicus Brief in Vote America v. Schwab

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May 22, 2023

Amicus Brief in League of Women Voters of Utah v. Utah State Legislature

The ACLU of Utah filed an amicus brief for the League of Women Voters of Utah gerrymandering lawsuit.