The six-term Republican told Roll Call on Wednesday that he was delaying his departure due to impending votes in Congress.
, but the seat will likely remain vacant for several months after he leaves Congress, possibly until next year.
The special congressional election process officially begins when Stewart submits his resignation letter. Once that happens, Gov. Spencer Cox has seven days to issue a proclamation setting the primary and special elections dates. A primary election must be held at least 90 days after the governor’s order, with the special election 90 days after that.
Utah law says without action by the Legislature, a special congressional election can only be held in conjunction with four election dates: the municipal general election, the presidential primary, a regular primary election or a regular general election. This year’s municipal general election is scheduled for Nov. 7. Utah’s Democrats have scheduled a presidential primary election for Mar. 5, 2024.
Stewart’s impending departure could unleash a flood of candidates seeking to replace him. As of Thursday afternoon,
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