Deep Dive: Omnibus elections bill

On Capitol Hill this afternoon, lawmakers are discussing a massive omnibus bill that could have several implications on the future of elections here in Utah. Senate Bill 194 is being sponsored by State Senator Mike McKell, and it contains more than 150 pages of amendments and proposals for several parts of Utah's elections process.

Deseret News reporter Brigham Tomco joins Maria Shilaos to break down the biggest parts of the bill. We also hear from sponsor Senator Mike McKell, plus Midday Executive Producer Andy Cupp. The conversation finishes on one particular element of the bill, with Phil Boileau of the Utah Forward Party providing a response to a section that would affect his party's chances at holding onto their current Senate seat.

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