Support Utah's Adoption of Montana Plan to Curb Corporate Political Spending

I am writing to urge you to support Utah's adoption of the Montana Plan, a groundbreaking legal strategy aimed at eliminating corporate and dark money from our political system. This innovative approach leverages state authority to redefine corporate powers, effectively bypassing the limitations imposed by the Citizens United decision. The Montana Plan, slated for a 2026 ballot initiative in Montana, offers a unique opportunity for Utah to join in this crucial effort to restore the integrity of our democratic process. By utilizing our state's authority to alter or revoke corporate charters, we can stop granting corporations the power to spend in politics without running afoul of Supreme Court case law. This strategy addresses critical issues in our current system, including campaign finance loopholes, disclosure gaps, and policy distortion caused by unchecked corporate influence. By implementing similar measures in Utah, we can ensure that the voices of individual constituents like myself are not drowned out by corporate interests and dark money groups. The Montana Plan has garnered support from anti-Citizens United groups and corporate scholars, highlighting its potential as a viable solution to a problem that has plagued our political system for too long. By joining this initiative, Utah can position itself at the forefront of a movement that could reshape campaign finance reform across the nation. I urge you to investigate the Montana Plan and consider how Utah can adapt and implement similar measures. This is an opportunity for our state to lead by example and contribute to a more transparent, fair, and truly representative democracy. Your support in this matter would demonstrate a commitment to putting the interests of Utah's citizens first and ensuring that our political process truly reflects the will of the people, not corporate interests. Time is of the essence as we approach the 2026 ballot initiative in Montana. I ask that you take immediate action to explore how Utah can participate in or replicate this innovative approach to campaign finance reform. Our state's involvement could provide crucial momentum to this movement and help create a domino effect across other states, ultimately leading to meaningful, nationwide change in how we regulate corporate influence in politics. Thank you for your attention to this critical issue. I look forward to hearing about the steps you plan to take to support Utah's adoption of the Montana Plan or similar measures to combat corporate and dark money in our political environment.