Municipal Election Amendments

The fine for failing to file a year-end summary report was increased from $100 to $250.

Requires municipal candidates to file a year-end summary report with the municipal clerk or recorder by January 10 of the year after the election.

Mandates that candidates continue filing these annual reports until they file a final statement showing a zero balance in their campaign account.

Specifies that candidates must dispose of remaining campaign funds by returning them to donors, donating to 501(c)(3) organizations, or making lawful political expenditures before closing the account.

Defines key terms such as 'agent of a candidate,' 'anonymous contribution limit,' 'coordinated with,' and 'political consultant' to clarify reporting obligations.

Authorizes the municipal clerk or recorder to impose a $250 fine on candidates who fail to file the required year-end summary report.

Updates the Utah Code sections to include new statutes (10-3-209.1 and 10-3-209.3) governing year-end reporting and account dissolution.