Utah bill requiring proof of citizenship to vote advances

By: Annie Knox

Outlets: Utah News Dispatch

Published: January 27, 2026

Words: 416

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 3 days ago

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Utah lawmakers advanced a proposal Monday that would require voters to prove they are U.S. citizens if election officers lack confirmation and get in touch seeking documentation.

Utah’s chief elections officer, Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson, said last week that an ongoing inquiry by her office has not confirmed any cases of noncitizens voting in a Utah election. One noncitizen voter registration was found in the review.

‘Not a widespread problem’: Lt. gov. …

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