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Utah
Grade: B
With a Ballot Tax for Independent Congressional candidates of $4,742.00, there is work to do.
WE NEED YOUR HELP TO REMOVE THESE BARRIERS.
Real reform only happens when voters speak up and demand fair access to the ballot. There are two simple ways you can help move this effort forward. First, contact your state representatives using the tools below and let them know you support ballot access reform. Second, fill out our Get Involved form so we can keep you informed about legislation, advocacy opportunities, and ways you can continue helping open the ballot in Texas.
DRIVE CHANGE IN 5 SECONDS
WHAT WE'RE DOING ABOUT IT
REASON FOR THE GRADE
• Candidate access: 300 wet-ink signatures plus $485 filing fee; estimated independent ballot tax $4,742
• Party access: Party formation requires 2,000 registered voters by Nov. 30; candidate access may require party-member petition rules
• Bottom line: Low party threshold keeps grade high, though candidate rules are procedural.
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