2018 REPUBLICAN CANDIDATES GUIDE UTAH REPUBLICAN PARTY

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UTAH REPUBLICAN PARTY

UTGOP Chairman

DEAR 2018 REPUBLICAN CANDIDATES, Congratulations on completing the first step: declaring your candidacy! Thank you for your willingness to serve in this capacity. Campaigns are very busy and time-consuming. To better assist you, and at no charge to you, the UTGOP would like you to produce a short ASK Debate video which will be posted online and advertised in our monthly newsletter. We are asking each candidate to limit their “getting-to-know-you” video to 3 (three) minutes (Let us know who you are, what office you’re running for, and why you’re running). We encourage everyone to participate. Also, the UTGOP headquarters now has a “green room” which can be used to record videos. The studio is equipped with lighting, microphones and recording equipment. The charge for this service is $150/hour. Reservations are required. Please call Peter Simonsen at (801) 533-9777 to schedule a time. Lastly, the RNC (Republican National Committee) has contracted with Advantage Mobile to develop a “walking app”. Simply put, this is an application for your smartphone or device that identifies households by party affiliation as well as the number of registered voters residing at the address. The UTGOP can provide training sessions to you and your campaign staff to demonstrate how effective this tool can be. We will show you how to download the app, install it, provide you with a personal login and directions on how to use it. Whether you are going through the caucus/convention system only, or also collecting signatures, or both, this tool will prove invaluable as you canvass neighborhoods during your campaign. Training sessions will be offered Monday-Friday between 8AM and 5PM. These sessions will be provided by RSVP only. You may call (801) 533-9777 or email [email protected] to schedule a time that works for you. Should you have any questions or comments throughout this election process, please don’t hesitate to contact me. We are here to assist you however we can. Good luck, and all the best to you! Sincerely,

Rob Anderson Utah Republican Party Chairman

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UTAH REPUBLICAN PARTY PLATFORM UTAH REPUBLICAN PARTY

RATIFIED 2010 - STATE CONVENTION PREAMBLE We, the Republican Party of the Great State of Utah, affirm our belief in God and declare our support for government based upon a moral and spiritual foundation.We affirm freedom for every individual as expressed in the Declaration of Independence and protected by the Constitution. We believe that citizens’ needs are best met through free enterprise, private initiative, and volunteerism. We support the “Rule of Law” and believe in upholding the law of the land.

THE PROPER ROLE OF GOVERNMENT We believe government properly exists by the consent of the governed and must be restrained from intruding into the freedoms of its citizens. The function of government is not to grant rights, but to protect the unalienable, God-given rights of life, liberty, property, and the pursuit of happiness.

PRIVATE PROPERTY We recognize the rights of the individual to own property. We resist any effort by government to take private property without an overwhelming need for public use. We strongly oppose the forfeiture of private property from innocent owners.

REAFFIRMATION OF STATES’ RIGHTS We oppose congressional, judicial, and executive abrogation of the principle that the powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people. We oppose unreasonable and intrusive federal mandates.

ETHICS AND STANDARDS We demand honesty, integrity, morality, and accountability of our public officials. We will work to expose and stop corruption.

NATIONAL SECURITY AND PUBLIC PROTECTION We support a military force of sufficient strength and readiness to deter any threat to our national sovereignty or to the safety and freedom of our citizens. We support the Constitutional mandate to protect and secure our national borders. We oppose placement of United States troops under any foreign command, including the United Nations. We support lawful efforts of local law enforcement agencies to protect citizens in their homes and in their communities. We urge reform of the legal system to accomplish a swift and balanced administration of justice, including consideration of rights of the victim. We support capital punishment when appropriate.

SELF DEFENSE We support the individual constitutionally-protected right of the people to keep and bear arms for security and defense of self, family, others, property, or the state, as well as for other lawful purposes.We encourage personal responsibility for the care and use of these firearms.

FREEDOM OF RELIGION We claim freedom of religion for every citizen and expect the protection of government in securing to us this unalienable right. We affirm the right to religious expression, including prayer, in both private and public.

FAMILY VALUES

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We recognize the traditional family as the fundamental unit of society. We affirm that parents have the fundamental right and primary responsibility to direct the upbringing of their children and to provide nurturing care, discipline and training in moral values.

RIGHT TO LIFE We believe in the right to life for both the born and unborn. We strongly oppose abortion, except to preserve the life of the mother or in cases of rape or incest. We believe the unborn child has a fundamental right to life which cannot be infringed. We believe all human life is sacred regardless of age or infirmity, and therefore we oppose abortion, euthanasia, assisted suicide, and the public funding of any of these abhorrent practices.

HUMAN SERVICES We believe that the primary responsibility for meeting basic human needs rests with the individual, the family, and the voluntary charitable organizations. We recognize, however, that there are special social needs which must be addressed through state human service programs. We support requiring welfare recipients to work towards self-sufficiency.

HERITAGE We recognize the contributions made to our quality of life through ethnic diversity.

EQUAL RIGHTS We believe that no individual is entitled to rights that exceed or supersede the God-given individual rights guaranteed by the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Utah.

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UTAH REPUBLICAN PARTY EDUCATION We believe that all children should have access to quality education. Parents have the primary right and responsibility to educate their children, and we support their right to choose public, private, or home education. We support incentives to promote competitive excellence. We encourage cooperative initiatives to help all Utahans become literate in English. We support the prudent and profitable use of school trust lands. We support all interest and dividends from the permanent State School Fund being distributed to each public and charter school to improve student academic performance.

TAXATION We accept the necessity for limited taxation in order for government to perform and administer those services which meet essential public needs. However, we recognize that the power to tax is also the power to control, and believe that the best way to control government is to strictly control the amount of taxes imposed on the people. We encourage further simplification of tax systems, the elimination of the estate tax, and broad-based rate reduction where possible.

REGULATION We recognize that government regulation can be a major impediment to productivity and to competition.We must rely more on market forces and less on government. Regulatory power now exercised by the federal government must be eliminated or returned to state and local governments.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT We believe that a strong, diversified economy based on a positive work ethic, a well trained and well educated work force, a business-friendly environment, and safe work place will help Utah compete in a world market place.We believe that developing our human resources is essential to the future of Utah.We support the Utah Right to Work Law.

THE ENVIRONMENT We appreciate the quality of our environment. Our air, water, and land are at the heart of our existence and must be protected through balanced management. We support reasonable laws and volunteer efforts to improve air and water quality.We continue to seek responsible solutions to controversies surrounding uses of our wilderness. We seek to preserve the environment while serving the best interests of our Utah citizens. We oppose as unconstitutional the declaration by any President without approval from Congress of any large tract of land as a national monument. We call on the Governor of the State of Utah to use the Constitutional Defense Fund and other resources at his disposal to bring any such declaration affecting Utah before the United States Supreme Court for reversal.

JURY The jury is a fundamental institution of liberty, because it is the only anchor yet imagined by man by which a government can be held to the principles of its constitution. The jury has the right and the authority to acquit if jurors feel justice will be served.

IMMIGRATION America is a stronger and better nation because of the hard work and entrepreneurial spirit of legal immigrants, and the Republican Party honors them.We believe that control of our borders is an urgent national security interest and our national sovereignty depends on those secure borders. We oppose illegal immigration and all forms of amnesty, or legal status, for illegal immigrants. We support suspending automatic U.S. citizenship to children born to illegal immigrant parents. We oppose granting government benefits to those illegally present in the US.We oppose any temporary or “guest” worker program that would offer an automatic path to citizenship. We believe that

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current laws against employing illegal immigrants should be vigorously enforced, particularly to stem the now too common crime of identity theft in obtaining employment.

UTAH STATE SOVEREIGNTY The 13 original Sovereign States in Constitutional Convention created the Constitution of the United States of America and subsequently ratified that document creating a Federal Government and granting to that Government limited and enumerated powers. The Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States defines Federal powers as those enumerated in the Constitution and reserves all other powers to the States and to the People. It remains the sacred responsibility of the States as creators of the Federal Government to keep the federal powers within the limits set by the Constitution. We resolve that the Republican Party of the Great State of Utah and elected party members take any and all steps necessary to ensure that Federal powers exercised within the Great State of Utah not exceed those granted by the constitution of the United States, and that those usurpations of State Sovereign Powers already violated by the Federal Government be corrected by the State Legislature and enforced by the Governor’s office thus protecting Utah State Sovereignty.

OUR MISSION The Republican Party is a party by the people and for the people.We appreciate the productivity of our citizens, affirm the infinite worth of all individuals, and seek the best possible quality of life for all. We invite all citizens to join us in working together for a better Utah.

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UTAH REPUBLICAN PARTY

INTENT TO RUN

To ensure your name is on the ballot at the upcoming convention, all candidates must file an Intent to Run notice with the Utah Republican Party Office by March 19th, 2018. I,

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CANDIDATE CERTIFICATION

In accordance with Article I, Section C of the Utah Republican Party Constitution, and Section 8 of the Utah Republican Party Bylaws, a candidate who fails to submit a completed Candidate Certification and Candidate Disclosure Statement, as required, shall not be a member of the Utah Republican Party and shall be disqualified as a candidate. I,

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UTAH REPUBLICAN PARTY

CANDIDATE DISCLOSURE STATEMENT Please choose one of these items I have read the Utah Republican Party Platform. I support that Platform and accept it as the standard by which my performance as a candidate and as an officeholder should be evaluated. I certify that I am not a candidate, officer, delegate nor position holder in any party other than the Republican Party. OR I have read the Utah Republican Party Platform. Except for the Provisions specifically noted below*, I support that Platform and accept it as the standard by which my performance as a candidate and as an officeholder should be evaluated. I certify that I am not a candidate, officer, delegate nor position holder in any party other than the Republican Party. *Noted exceptions to Platform Provisions. (Add an addendum if you have more…)

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UTAH REPUBLICAN PARTY

ASK Ask • Study • Know

ASK DEBATE PURPOSE The purpose of the ASK debate is to provide the voters with an opportunity to hear positions on an array of topics from Republican candidates on an even playing field. Each candidate will be allowed to provide a video that does not exceed three minutes. An example of the video outline would be: • • • • • •

Introduction Why did you decide to run for office? About your platform & ideas What do you want to accomplish while in office? What bills you are planning on running? Conclusion

Campaigns may use their three minutes as they see fit.

RULES 1. Any video submitted which exceeds the maximum time allotted will have the extra time cut from the end of the video. a. Even if this means the video is cut in the middle of the sentence. 2. Video Submissions must be recieved by the UTGOP Office by 5pm March 16th, 2018. a. Any candidate who does not submit videos within this time frame will not be featured on the website. b. A picture of the candidate and the phrase “Declined to Participate” will be placed on the website instead of a video. 3. All videos submitted may not be published by the campaigns or any of their affiliates independently of the UTGOP postings until permission is given by the

UTGOP. a. This will help ensure equal viewing opportunities for all b. Breach of this rule will disqualify a candidate from being included on the State GOP Website c. A picture of the candidate and the phrase “Declined to Participate” will be placed on the website instead of a video. 4. Any candidate that doesn’t participate in, or is disqualified from participation in the ASK debate will have a picture of the candidate and the phrase “Declined to Participate” placed on the website instead of a video.

HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR VIDEOS: You can record your responses any way you see fit, including the option to simply record yourself with your cell phone. Each statement/question should be submitted as separate video files and titled as follows: [Candidate’s LastName]_[Office Seeking] Here is an example. If my name were John Peterson and I was submitting a video response to a question title “Criminal Justice” I would title the video as follows: Peterson_Criminal Justice Each video submitted should also be accompanied by a description that is no longer than 50 words. Submit your videos by uploading them to a file transfer service (Like dropbox.com) and then sharing the links to the video to: [email protected]

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UTGOP PRODUCTIONS

UTGOP PRODUCTIONS The Utah Republican Party is proud to announce that we can help our candidates produce professional quality audio and video ads to help advance their conservative message at a much lower cost. We have recently converted one of the rooms at the Utah GOP Headquarters (not headquarter) to a production studio. This studio includes a green screen lighting, audio equipment, and camera. These services are available to all candidates, county parties, and officially recognized auxiliaries. SERVICES VOICE RECORDINGS VIDEO RECORDINGS VIDEO EDITING MOTION GRAPHIC ANIMATION

Call the UTGOP office for details.

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UTAH REPUBLICAN PARTY

UTGOP OFFERS AN ADVANTAGE ADVANTAGE MOBILE WALKING APP The UTGOP is offering free to Candidates the use of mobile software to help in your campaigns. The Party has contracted with Advantage Inc., to use their powerful canvassing application here in Utah. This tool will help focus and facilitate your efforts to reach the voters. To learn more about this tool please contact the Party Office at: [email protected] or 801-533-9777

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UTAH REPUBLICAN PARTY

2018 CAUCUS TUESDAY MARCH 20, 2018 Your road to the Nomination starts well before the State Convention on April 21st. Over one hundred-thousand Republicans across the entire State meet in their neighborhood precincts to discuss the issues and Candidates. This is your chance to have your name and campaign front and center. The State and County Parties will provide the locations of the Caucus meetings and Candidates are welcome to have campaign materials on site. On Caucus Night, each Precinct will elect County and State Delegates that will represent their precinct at the State and County Conventions. The contact information for these Delegates will be made available to you. Delegates are eager to vet the Candidates so we strongly encourage you to make yourself available. Even before Caucus night, you should be scheduling Townhalls, attending Meet-the-Candidate events, and asking friends and supporters to host you in Cottage meetings. If you have any questions or would like assistance planning for Caucus and Convention please contact us.

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UTAH REPUBLICAN PARTY

2018 NOMINATING CONVENTIONS COUNTY CONVENTIONS If your district is completely within one county’s boundaries, you will go through the County Party for important county convention dates, filing deadlines, and anything they may require to do. Those districts are: State House: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 56, 57, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 72, 74, 75 State Senate: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 21, 22, 29 STATE CONVENTION Saturday Apirl 21, 2018 @ the Mavericks Center

Districts that cover parts of more than one county will participate in the State Convention. Those districts are: U.S. House 1, 2, 3, 4 U.S. Senate (1 seat up for election) State House 1, 11, 12, 28, 29, 53, 54, 55, 58, 68, 69, 70, 71, 73 State Senate 11, 12, 17, 18, 26, 28

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UTAH REPUBLICAN PARTY

STATE CONVENTION DATES & DEADLINES January​2​, 2018​ First day that candidates can declare intent to gather signatures March ​9​,​2018​ First day that candidates (going through convention only) can declare candidacy March 15​,​ 2018​ (5:00​ pm)​ Last day that candidates can declare intent to gather signatures and declare candidacy (going through convention) March 19, 2018 Deadline for candidates to submit Candidate Certification & Disclosure March 20, 2018 (7:00 pm) Caucus Night

March 22, 2018 Deadline for candidates to submit Letter of Intent April 6, 2018 (12:00pm) Convention candidate ballot order & speaking draw April 7, 2018 (14 ​days prior to convention) Last day for candidates to submit petition signatures for verification, regardless whether the candidate is attending the convention April 14, 2018 (7 days prior to convention at 11:59 ​pm)​ Financial disclosure report due* ​ April 16, 2018 (5:00 pm 5 days prior to convention) Counties must submit their final delegate list to the State Party April 21, 2018 UTGOP Nominating Convention

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UTAH REPUBLICAN PARTY

CONVENTION BOOTH INFORMATION CANDIDATES $500 - Single • One 10x10 space • One table • You decorate

REGISTRATION Registration will pull delegates through the Candidate Booth and Business areas

$1,500 - Double • One 10x20 space • Two tables • You decorate

Booth drawing will be Monday, April 6, 2018 at 12pm. Booth drawing will be done by groups in the following order: Quads, Doubles, and Singles.

$5,000 - Quad • One 20x20 space • Three tables • You decorate

See Proposed Convention Rules for Requirements

Payment may be made through Anedote. (https://secure.anedot.com/utah-republican-party/cdffb1635154037ddcdfe)

Payment must be received before noon on Monday, April 6, 2018 at 12pm. in order to participate in the drawing.

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UTAH REPUBLICAN PARTY

PRIMARY ELECTION January​2​, 2018​ First day that candidates can declare intent to gather signatures

May ​12, 2018​ (5:00 ​pm)​ Primary election candidate profiles for vote.utah.gov are due

March ​9​,​ 2018​ First day that candidates (going through convention only) can declare candidacy

May 29,​2018​ Voter registration deadline (if registering by mail)

March 15​,​ 2018 (5:00​ pm)​ Last day that candidates can declare intent to gather signatures and declare candidacy (going through convention)

June​ 5,​ 2018​ Mail and absentee ballots are sent to voters. June 12​,​ 2018​ In-person early voting begins

March 19, 2018 Deadline for candidates to submit Candidate Certification & Disclosure

June 1 ​ 9, 2018 Voter r​ egistration deadline (if registering at county office or online)

March 20, 2018 (7:00 pm) Caucus Night

June ​19​,​ 2018​ (11:59 pm)​ Financial​disclosure​report due.* Failure to file will result in fines and potential disqualification from ballot

March 22, 2018 Deadline for candidates to submit Letter of Intent April 7, 2018 (14 ​days prior to convention) Last day for candidates to submit petition signatures for verification, regardless whether the candidate is attending the convention

June 22​,​ 2018​ In-person early voting ends​ June ​26​,​ 2018​ Primary​ Election​​ Day

April 14, 2018 (7 days prior to convention 11:59 ​pm)​ Financial disclosure report due* ​

July ​10​, ​2018​ Last​day​for counties to canvass election results

May ​11​,​ 2018​ Primary election ballots are transmitted to military and overseas voters

August ​31, 2018​ Lt. Governor’s​​Office certifies general election candidates and propositions

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GENERAL ELECTION August ​31, 2018​ Lt. Governor’s​​Office certifies general election candidates and propositions

October ​30​,​ 2018​ Voter registration deadline (if registering at county office or online)

September 7​, 2018​ (5:00 ​pm)​ General​election​candidate profiles for vote.utah.gov are due

October ​30​, 2018​ (11:59 ​ pm)​ Financial disclosure report due.* Failure to file will result in fines and potential disqualification from ballot

September 21​, 2018​ General​election​ballots are transmitted to military and overseas voters October ​1​,​ 2018​ (11:59 ​pm)​ Financial​disclosure​report due.* Failure to file will result in fines and potential disqualification from ballot October 9​,​2018​ Voter​registration​deadline (if registering by mail) October ​16,​2018​ Mail and​absentee​ballots are sent to voters October 23​,​ 2018​ In-person early​voting​begins

November 2​,​ 2018​ In-person early voting ends November 6​, 2018​ General​Election Day November 20, 2 ​ 018​ Last d ​ ay​for counties to canvass election results. November ​26​, ​2018​ State B ​ oard​of Canvassers canvass federal and multicounty election results January​ 10​, ​2018​ (11:59 pm)​ Financial​ disclosure​​ report​ due*​

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