Utah Supreme Court Voids Amendment D

The Utah Supreme Court has upheld a lower court's decision to void Amendment D, which aimed to give lawmakers increased power over voter-approved ballot initiatives. The court ruled that the Legislature failed to meet the constitutional requirements for publishing the amendment and that its ballot language was unclear, which could mislead voters. Utah Democratic Party Chair Diane Lewis criticized the Republican Supermajority for attempting to deceive voters, while the group 'Better Boundaries' celebrated the ruling as a victory for voter rights. House Speaker Mike Schultz and Senate President Stuart Adams expressed disappointment, stating the court's decision undermined the voting rights of Utahns. The court's ruling ensures that any votes for Amendment D will not be counted in the upcoming election. A full opinion from the court is expected to be released at a later date.