1. (1) As used in this section, "clerk" means an election officer other than the lieutenant governor.

2. (2) A clerk shall:

   1. (a) comply with all of the following in relation to elections:

      1. (i) federal and state law;
      2. (ii) federal and state rules; and
      3. (iii) the policies and direction of the lieutenant governor; and
   2. (b) diligently learn and become familiar with the law, rules, policies, and direction described in Subsection (2)(a).

3. (3) A clerk may not alter election procedures or processes to favor, or discriminate against, the following with respect to an election that the clerk is involved in administering:

   1. (a) a candidate;
   2. (b) an individual seeking candidacy;
   3. (c) a ballot measure; or
   4. (d) a proposed ballot measure.

Amended by Chapter 271, 2026 General Session