Gerrymandering is alive and well in Utah! This map is nonsensical. Please divide it in a way that actually lets Utahns let their voices be heard, no matter where they live.

Option C is the best of these terrible options. This is ridiculous judicial overreach, with big money initiatives from other states flowing in to gerrymander and work to give Utah seats to Democrats. So Unconstitutional! The judge should be voted out!

I support map C. I believe it is most beneficial to the Rural and Urban parts of Utah. It is keeping Utahn votes accurate.

I like map C because I think it's good that every representative will need to consider both urban and rural areas and constituents. We are 1 state and every measure affects all of us so all our needs should be considered. Also, doesn't the Utah state constitution designate that it is the responsibility of the legislature to redistrict?

I like map C because I think it's good that every representative will need to consider both urban and rural areas and constituents. We are 1 state and every measure affects all of us so all our needs should be considered. Also, prop 4 or not, doesn't the Utah state constitution designate that it is the responsibility of the legislature to redistrict? I don't see how a passed proposition can overrule the state constitution.

Map C seems to have the best configuration.

Map C is the best of the options and best meets the criteria of Prop 4, although our elected representatives in the legislature should make the decision, not the courts.

Looks good to me. Nice work!

Thank you for your hard work in coming up with this new plan.

Please consider the option C redistricting plan. Map C respects things that are important to me as a Sandy resident.

that's good

Look's good

I like it.

Map C is the only one that makes sense here,

This is best map to ensure that every congressional seat has a mix of urban and rural representation. Utah needs every congressperson to be engaged in lands use policy in our state and fighting for Utah's rights on our lands.

I support map C. It keeps the communities together so the voted representative actual represent the areas in which they reside. Map C seems to be a good balance, is fair, and keeps all voices heard.

This map makes the most sense. It includes urban areas in Northern Utah, with a generous amount of rural areas mixed in. The map keeps counties and cities together very well, avoiding that confusion. This is well drawn. Please choose option C.

This map is closest to keeping all the counties and cities together, which is what Prop 4 sought to do. Please vote for this map.

I choose map C. Map C is the map that honors the process of redistricting in order to be in compliance with Prop 4. Every Congressional district must have both urban and rural areas so that all of our Congress members represent the most important issues of our state. As we only have 4 congress members, it is imperative that all of them represent all of our state. Most of our state is rural, but we have urban areas with higher populations. The needs and issues for rural and urban areas are very different so our representatives need to be on top of all the issues of our state. Trust lands are critical to our education and our tax base so every Congress member must be up to speed and educated on them. In order for our districts to truly represent the people and communities, it is important for our cities and counties to be kept intact and not be divided. This map has the least amount of counties and cities being divided making it the most effective in representing the people and the communities.

This map appears to crack Salt Lake City into multiple narrow segments that radiate outward like spokes of a pinwheel. The city is divided south of the airport and along several irregular boundaries, creating thin tendrils that weave in and out of the urban core. Given the intent of Proposition 4 to preserve compactness and keep communities intact, this configuration—splitting Salt Lake City into four separate districts—seems inconsistent with those neutral standards. By that measure, this is a poor map that fails to meet the criteria on record.

Yet another gerrymandered map. This chops up Salt Lake county for political purposes, not to provide proper representation.

Boo. Shame on you for not following the will of the people.

I strongly support Map C. Here's why: Each district includes both rural and urban areas. Rural concerns like energy, mining, farming, ranching, lumbering, et cetera, are vital, and must be represented in every US House seat. Map C seems to minimize the splitting of counties and cities (which is necessary to equalize populations in each district, but should be minimized). It is clean in its continuity and compactness by minimizing splits of counties and cities. Map C seems to comply with all of the requirements of the 2018 Proposition 4 AND the court-ordered consideration. It is our best chance to preserve the representation Utah has been blessed with.

I like C.

This map is preferable because I believe that it is critical that each Congressional district have both urban and rural areas. Most of our state is rural, but we have urban areas with higher populations.  The needs and issues for rural and urban areas are very different, so our representatives need to be on top of all the issues of our state.   In order for our districts to truly represent the people and communities, it is important for our cities and counties to be kept intact and not be divided. This map has the least amount of counties and cities being divided making it the most effective in representing the people and the communities. 

Please consider the option C redistricting plan. Map C respects things that are important to me as a resident. Map C supports Equal population, Minimizing municipal and county splits, Compactness and contiguity, Preserving traditional neighborhoods

Domiciled in Highland, I strongly support Map C. Here's why: Each district includes both rural and urban areas. I grew up on a 400-acre ranch, and attach great value to rural ranchers and farmers. Rural concerns like energy, mining, farming, ranching, lumbering, et cetera, are vital, and must be represented in every US House seat. We need a strong voice to unburden the federal government of our public lands. These lands should be made available to families who are willing to cultivate the land and be good stewards thereof. Map C seems to minimize the splitting of counties and cities (which is necessary to equalize populations in each district, but should be minimized). Map C seems to comply with all of the requirements of the 2018 Proposition 4 AND the court-ordered considerations. Thank you.

I am in support of map C. It is the best option. It respects the court's critera. Thank you.

This is the only option that meets the equal representation requirement by population. If we do not divide the high density urban areas we will never approach fair representation.

I prefer Map C as is give both Urban and Rural voters the representation they need ion congress. With 80 percent of our state being rural, protecting the interests of rural vote4rs is very important. This whole process is a ridiculous aqnd an overreach of judicial activism.

I am in favor of map C because it splits the lowest amount of cities and counties. Also, it has a good mix of rural and urban areas.

Map C is the most fair of the maps, and allows the most equitable representation. Each district contains both rural and urban areas, while following natural boundaries and keeping the many communities intact. It is important that each district within the state have exposure to those dealing with our most pressing issues - energy, federal lands, growth, water, and agriculture. It also best complies with the redistricting in line with Prop. 4.

As Chair of the Grand County Republican Party I fully support Map C. Map C adequately provides for a mix of urban and rural representation. It also engages all of Utah's Congressional delegation in the very important issue of public lands and their future in Utah.

I agree with Cody Kelley’s point that Map C is the only map that respects the court's criteria by minimizing county splits and preserving traditional neighborhoods in a way that the population is equally distributed and compactness with contiguity are prioritized. Map C also complies with all the requirements. And I think this is VERY important that in Map C, EVERY district includes BOTH Rural and Urban areas. Our rural concerns are EXTREMELY IMPORTANT to the entire state — Energy, Mining, Farming & Ranching & FEDERAL CONTROL OF OUR LANDS. Map C also has a minimum amount of County/City splits. So I support MAP C!!!

Map C is the best selection to represent our state’s interests

Looks great to me.

This is by far the fairest map.

I agree with Cody Kelley’s point that Map C is the only map that respects the court's criteria by minimizing county splits and preserving traditional neighborhoods in a way that the population is equally distributed and compactness with contiguity are prioritized. Map C also complies with all the requirements. And I think this is VERY important that in Map C, EVERY district includes BOTH Rural and Urban areas. Our rural concerns are EXTREMELY IMPORTANT to the entire state — Energy, Mining, Farming & Ranching & FEDERAL CONTROL OF OUR LANDS. Map C also has a minimum amount of County/City splits. So I support MAP C!!!

This looks like it does the best job of keeping things fair in the state. I appreciate that it covers both urban and rural areas well and groups that would be most likely concerned about similar issues together.

Map C is the map that honors the process of redistricting in order to be in compliance with Prop 4. Every Congressional district must have both urban and rural areas so that all of our Congress members represent the most important issues of our state. As we only have 4 congress members, it is imperative that all of them represent all of our state. Most of our state is rural, but we have urban areas with higher populations. The needs and issues for rural and urban areas are very different so our representatives need to be on top of all the issues of our state. Trust lands are critical to our education and our tax base so every Congress member must be up to speed and educated on them. In order for our districts to truly represent the people and communities, it is important for our cities and counties to be kept intact and not be divided. This map has the least amount of counties and cities being divided making it the most effective in representing the people and the communities.

Map C is the fairest, most balanced option available. It keeps communities together, follows natural geographic boundaries, and splits the fewest counties and cities. Each district blends rural and urban areas, ensuring every representative addresses Utah’s key issues, like water, energy, land use, and growth. It’s also the only map that keeps North Salt Lake whole. Map C protects geographic integrity and gives all Utahns strong, statewide representation.

I like how this district dips down and covers the cities north of Salt Lake. I think we have similar attitudes about basic principles.

I support Map Option C because it demonstrates a clear effort to preserve community integrity and geographic cohesion. It keeps natural boundaries intact and reflects a thoughtful approach to representing diverse regions fairly. I appreciate that this map appears to prioritize transparency and public input, which strengthens trust in the redistricting process. It also seems more likely to meet legal standards for fairness and clarity. Overall, this map appears to be a responsible and community-centered solution that respects both urban and rural interests without unnecessary division.

After due consideration, my choice is Option C.

Map C ensures fair and balanced representation across Utah. It follows natural geographic boundaries, keeping more communities, counties, and cities intact. Each district includes both rural and urban areas, so representatives must address statewide priorities like energy, water, agriculture, and growth. Map C uniquely keeps North Salt Lake whole and ensures all representatives share responsibility for education and trust lands that fund Utah’s schools. This map best upholds fairness, geographic integrity, and balanced representation for all Utahns.

After due consideration, my choice is C.

I like that it uses natural boundaries and divides fewer cities that keep communities intact.

Map 3 is the best choice for me. Thanks

My preference is Map C.

Map C is the best map as it divides counties and cities the least. It is the most fair option.

I do not support this "Option C" map.

Yes for Option C - it preserves traditional neighborhoods.

No additional comments

I believe that map C meets more fully the criteria for the purpose of restructuring.

This map fulfills all of the requirements of Prop 4. It has equal population. It minimizes county and city splits. Of course there are going to be some, but this map has only a few, meeting that requirement. The districts are geographically compact. The districts are in one unbroken piece and allow for easy transportation. Traditional communities are preserved for the most part. The districts follow natural and geographic features. Finally, it seems to follow existing districts pretty well. I see no reason not to vote for this map.

Map C is the most balanced distribution of POPULATION and is the most balanced between RURAL and URBAN counties, and DIVIDES the fewest counties, and minimizes county and municipal splits and PRESERVES TRADITIONAL NEIGHBORHOODS!

Map C is the most balanced distribution of POPULATION and is the most balanced between RURAL and URBAN counties, and DIVIDES the fewest counties, and minimizes county and municipal splits and PRESERVES TRADITIONAL NEIGHBORHOODS!

I dont think its fair to allow the Dems to redistrict. Map C is the best choice in my opinion!

I like Option C the best. I also like Option B. I find it important to minimize the number of splits of cities that are created in this redistricting. I think every member of Congress needs to have a good balance of rural and urban. Some of the other maps are heavily focused on just an urban influence, when the majority of the state both geographically as well as in population is rural. Yes, we have a heavy urban center, but it doesn't mean our resources, public lands, etc can be neglected by 1/4 or 1/2 of our members of Congress. This map is consistent with Prop 4 in addressing those issues.

I like option "C" because our representation in Washington DC should reflect the majority of voters in the state and not skewed to represent just a minority view point.

Map C works! Utah only has 4 State Reps, and barely. Not sure why folks are so amazed at the prospect of dividing the state up equally.

I support option C. Our representatives should decide the map. Maps should not be decided by one judge or an activist committee. According to voter registration, Democrats make up only 13 percent of Utah, or 25 percent when comparing against Republicans. Democrats should not get one to two of our four house districts. https://vote.utah.gov/current-voter-registration-statistics/

Stop messing with our districts. I vote for Map C.

Map C follows natural boundaries like mountains, rivers, and interstates, while keeping more communities intact.

This map looks fair. I appreciate how accurately it represents each party. I can support these boundaries.

It is the legislatures' role to work out the districts, not the judges, and not the mobocracy. Separated powers are essential for a representative government. Map C fulfills the following: - honors the process of redistricting in order to be in compliance with Prop 4. -All the congressional districts must have both urban and rural areas so that all of our Congress members represent the most important issues of our state. -We only have 4 congress members, so it is imperative that all of them represent all of our state.

I prefer Map C. It proportionally represents the parties according to their membership.

I whole-heartedly support Map C.

Map C

We do not live in a Democracy. Our Legislature should be deciding these boundaries. This is their job! To represent us and any map that does not represent the giant Super-majority would unfair and not Representative of the population

I like map C. Our representatives should have to address issues for both urban and rural areas because legislation affects everyone and just looking at one or the other would not consider how it would affect the other parts of the state.

I prefer map C of all the maps being presented. It's important that each of 4 Congressional Members represent both urban and rural areas. Our rural areas are vital to Utah.

Less than 15% of Utah Residents are Registered Democrats. our District lines should represent that. The only fair way to change boundaries is the let the majority party draw them to reflect the majority opinion. If you are a Republican you believe in principal our Reps should be drawing these lines. If you are a Democrat you should believe in principal that the boundaries should be reflected Democratically. Either way it should reflect the will of the people and that would mean it would not reflect a distorted advantage to the 15% minority. Anything else would not be Democratic.

Considering all the factors, it looks to me the map 235 option C is the best choice and brings the balanced and representation for the city of Utah.

This one seems balanced.

Map C is the best. It keeps neighborhoods together and has the most semblance of fairness.

C is the best map, the others are just gerrymandering.

I am in favor of Map C. It complies with all of the requirements of the 2018 Proposition 4 and court-ordered considerations. Our rural concerns: mining, energy, farming and ranching, and our school trust lands are important to the entire state. These need to be represented and protected as well as urban interests. Since Utah only has four federal representatives, it is important that we get it right.

I have reviewed and discussed this map with others; I think it presents the most balanced distribution of our population in Utah

I support Map C. Map C allows equal population of urban and rural areas and minimizes municipal and county splits.

This is the one I prefer most.

I support Map C

I approve Map C, it creates a balance of representing all of Utah's rural and cities equally, with additional contiguity, it minimizes splitting communities and counties, and preserves the traditional neighborhoods.

I only prefer Map C, which honors the process of redistricting in order to be in compliance with Prop 4

I vote for Map C, most in line with Prop 4. I'm resubmitting this as I did not get a 'confirm submitted' message on the screen. The sample video shows the "confirm submitted" coming on after clicking on the notification email.

Map C appears to be the best distribution

I prefer this option C redistricting plan.

Rooting for map C; it's most in line with prop 4.

Map C is the map I prefer

Map C has is clearly fair and representative of all the important factors.

Map C would be the best map due to equal population, minimizing municipal and county splits, compactness and contiguity, and preserving traditional neighborhoods. It is fair and equitable.

I prefer Map C, it's important that cities and communities stay within the same District. Map C does the best job of preserving that key component.

Map C is the most balanced between rural and urban areas. It divides the fewest counties, and that is critical. I believe it is the best option, in view of Prop. 4.

Of the available maps, map C makes the most sense to me. As a Utah voter, I think it is important that all of our representatives be able to speak to issues both urban and rural, and this map does a great job of dividing the state reasonably in accordance with that goal. It also does a better job than other maps of keeping counties and cities cohesive in part by using geographic boundaries. The districts are as evenly distributed as possible by area making it easier for representatives to travel and meet the needs of constituents.

Considering all the factors, it looks like Map option 'C' is the best choice. It preserves traditional neighborhoods and allows for future population growth in all the districts. Map C also most closely adheres to the Utah constitution as well as proposition 4. The stated criteria of the court is also met by this option and it is the fairest map when it comes to representing all of Utah's residents, rural And urban. I hope you will approve Map option C for our redistricting at this time. Thank you.

I believe Map C is the best option because it strikes a fair balance between Utah’s urban and rural voices. It respects county and city boundaries more than the other maps and gives each congressional district both rural and urban areas—ensuring that our representatives hear from and represent the full range of Utahns. It’s the most consistent with Proposition 4 (2018) and keeps representation fair, balanced, and competitive so no single area or party dominates. To me, that’s the kind of thoughtful, fair-minded approach Utah deserves.

I support Map C with being the best option to give all of Utah more clout in Washington DC. It is much more effective to have 4 Congressional Members fighting for our important rural areas. Map C also follows the Prop 4 directives and splits up the least amount of counties and cities. We have representation with the lease amount of communities being split up. That is a win for Utah.

I really like Map C. It most fairly and accurately represents the people of Utah, both urban and rural. It is well divided for future growth, keeps neighborhood districts intact. It also meets all the other criteria set by the court and follows Proposition 4 and most importantly the Utah constitution. Of all the options, Map C seems to be the clear choice.

Map C is the most fair. We need to keep rural and urban in each district. Map C is best for fairness of school trust lands, agriculture, and energy for our state. Please choose Map C!

I believe MAP C provides the most balanced and fair representation for the citizens of Utah. I avoids favoring one political party, ensures both urban and rural voices are included and offers a more equal distribution of representation across the state.

Map C is the best option for redistricting that I have seen. It upholds the what the court ordered and allows all Utahns to be represented fairly.

It is amazing that so many who oppose this map are using the same partisan comments they oppose. No map is perfect but I beleive this map best creates a delegation that will focus on the important needs of our state, both urban and rural. I live in an area that is affected by both of those needs and I want representatives who will focus on all areas of the state not niche areas. This is the best map to accomplish those goals of those presented.

This map is my preferred districting option. It aligns with Prop 4 by allowing urban and rural areas of Utah to be represented fairly.

I support MAP C because it balances Utah's urban and rural voices in every district, keeping communities united and representation is fair. We are a republic, not a pure democracy, and like the Electoral College, this Map protects against domination by one population center and ensures every part of Utah has a voice. Please select MAP C.

Map C seems to be the best at keeping communities and counties together. This map doesn't seem to favor any political party or candidate. Let's use Map C.

I support Map C.

map C is preferred

I support Map C, given the requirements set forth by Prop 4. Equal population in each district while minimizing city and county splits is a tall order in a state like Utah. We have a diverse population in both urban and rural areas over a large geographical area. This map splits the least amount of cities and counties, while meeting the equal population requirement. It also addresses the compactness requirement as much as possible. Given the geographic size of the state, it does the best it can to keep the physical size of each district within reason while meeting the equal population and minimal splits criteria. Representatives need to be able to travel easily around their district to see constituents, and other maps make that difficult with certain districts being quite large. Given the list of criteria from Prop 4 that need to be met, Map C makes the most sense.

I like map C. It is a more balanced map for our representatives!

Our House Representatives are sent to Congress to represent Utah. One way to represent Utah is for the representatives to equally understand and be accountable to both urban and rural constituents. Map C enables this representation.

After watching about 6.5 hours of video of Sept 22 & 24. I am very impressed with how the redistricting committee has conducted those public meetings. I am definitely in favor of using this Map C. There are those who claim that this map does not create fair representation and are not happy because its splits up Salt Lake area. However creating 2 tiny district footprints (other map designs) that serve only urban population does not create fair representation for rural areas. It make sense to me that the 4 districts should be close to equal in size and represent both Urban and rural populations. I think Map C does a good job of this.

I like that this map the best out of all of them because it does the best in sticking to the requirements of Prop 4. I like that the congressional districts represent both rural and urban. That way our congressmen will need to have a more well rounded approach to the needs of all Utahns.

I support Map C district boundaries.

I support Map C which preserves Utah's constitutional right of representation for the majority of Utahns. It respects the court’s criteria, of Equal population, minimizing municipal and county splits, ensures contiguity and preserves traditional areas and neighborhoods

Many toss out the word gerrymandered like political hacks: "every map I don't like is gerrymandered." I haven't seen ANY proposed Utah map which is gerrymandered. That said, I like our district maps the way they are now, and if you really want a democratic process, put any of these maps up to a vote and I betcha AS IS NOW wins. Our past legislature did a fantastic job! But no, we got a sole woke woman judge Dianna Gibson to override the vote of my representative and now I'm going to get a map I don't like as much. Personally, I'd just impeach Judge Gibson and get on with more important issues like work, raising families, and putting that Charlie Kirk killer to death ASAP. All that said, given the choices "Map C" most closely resembles the status quo and has my full support.

Map C is the option that is most closely in line with the court ruling.

I like map C

I support map C. It maintains a balance between the denser city population and more rural areas and allows everyone to equal representation .

The fact that the party accused of gerrymandering the last map is sending out partisan emails attempting to drum up support for this option is damning in and of itself. Trying to claim that only 14% of the state are registered Democrats is deceptive, as many left-leaning individuals in the state register as Republicans to counteract the gerrymandering this initiative was meant to solve. 37% of the State voted Democrat in the last presidential election, and carving up the urban centers to prevent any Democratic seats at all is undemocratic and against the spirit of this legislation.

Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods

I believe that map C is the most equitable. The point of congressional representation is to provide local representation. Trying to create districts with equal population is counterproductive. And dilutes local representation. We have 2 Senators to represent the entire state.

I think that map C has the best chance to fairly represent all Utahns and makes it as easy as possible to know and contact our representatives. I don't think that there is a better option available given all the requirements of redistricting and the makeup of our state.

I agree with Map C because it meets United States and Utah Constitutional requirements. The commission created by Prop 4 is tasked with "recommending" redistricting plans to the Utah Legislature. The Utah Constitution firmly places the power of redistricting in the hands of the Utah Legislature. The Utah Legislature was elected by the citizens of Utah. The commission and an unelected judge do not have the power to "dictate" redistricting plans to the Legislature. If you disagree with my comment, it is likely because you have not read the Utah Constitution and the text of Prop 4.

Map C best represents the voting districts of Utah. Anything else is a big step toward the insane gerrymandering that California and a few other one-party (Democrat controlled) states exemplify.

The most fair map that has been presented.

I think that the committee should adopt Map C for the best representation of the people of Utah.

I support and approve of the Map C district boundaries

I support and approve of the Map C district boundaries

The majority of the state should be represented by the majority. The left wants democracy until it means that the majority of the voices are heard. C is the only map that should be considered.

I am in favor of Map C. It allows for a mix of urban and rural populations in each district. I feel it is very important to not allow the rural areas to be overwhelmed by the larger metropolitan areas. The map has an acceptable split in population size in each district. Please select Map C as your choice.

Option C works for me. It represents Utah's actual political split, not what some people want to impose.

I prefer Map C

I support Map C

Map C appears to be the closest option to that required of the Court.

I support Map C. It honors the process of redistricting to be in compliance with Prop 4.

I support map C.

This map represents representatives being required to consider all areas of UT. Whether that is good or bad depends on who you ask. But, since our representatives are not able to stay within the bounds of the State and US Constitutions, having to account to a mix of needs, might slow down our nose dive into a communist state.

I prefer Map C because it addresses the courts' criteria by 1) allotting equal population to each district, 2) minimizing municipal and county splits, 3) exhibiting contiguity, 4) preserving traditional neighborhoods, and 5) best map to accurately represent Utah's political affiliations.

Map C represents both urban and rural areas. This map has the least amount of counties and cities being divided making it the most effective in representing the people and the communities. Map C is the best choice for Utah.

I feel that this map most closely represents the map created and passed by our duly elected representatives and because that is the process I support, I support this map and not one created in an attempt to override our established processes.

After reviewing all of the options, I believe Map C honors the process of redistricting according to Prop 4, allows both urban and rural areas to be represented in every Congressional district. As we only have 4 congress members, it's vital that all of them represent all of our state. Map C also allows for the least amount of cities and counties to be divided making it the most effective in representing the people and the communities.

My input is for option C

Map C is the map that represents our current voting in our state.

I prefer Map C because it addresses the courts' criteria by 1) allotting equal population to each district, 2) minimizing municipal and county splits, 3) exhibiting contiguity, 4) preserving traditional neighborhoods, and 5) best map to accurately represent Utah's political affiliations.

Option C is the best option.

Map C is the best option because it addresses the courts' criteria by 1) allotting equal population to each district and minimizing municipal and county splits.

We are a state and a nation to be ruled by law and not by the will of man. Unfortunately we are now being subjected to the impudence and hubris displayed by her Lowliness Judge Dianna Gibson in attempting to bully the state legislature into redrawing the legislative districts. The existing legislative district maps were adequate and fair but this map C is the best at providing fairly equal portions of districts that combine both rural and urban districts and don’t subject the whole state to the ultra liberal whims of Salt Lake City. This map will allow energy, mining, farming, ranching to all be properly and equally represented by geography and not just by demographics which are centered in Salt Lake City. There are no narrow necked gerrymandered districts here nor high population islands that certain power hungry organizations want carved out. There never were and only those bitter about not having more power want it otherwise.

Map C is the only viable alternative. 14% of the of the whole state are registered democrats. Even if they all lived in the same area, there are not enough democrats to justify giving up a seat in congress for them. The State needs to be represented as a whole, not as the few that have the backing of the liberal media.

I prefer Map C as it meets the equal population requirement. Salt Lake Valley should not be in a single district as it violates this standard. It also preserves counties and cities, balances urban and rural communities, and strengthens representative access to constituents. The Utah Legislature should adopt Map C because it’s fair, legally sound, and true to Proposition 4.

In order for our districts to truly represent the people and communities, it is important for our cities and counties to be kept intact and not be divided. This map has the least amount of counties and cities being divided making it the most effective in representing the people and the communities.

This is the best alternative. The judge is acting unconstitutionally in their order to force the legislature. The Utah and US Constitutions leave redistricting to the legislature. Anything else is an opinion only.

I like option C. I feel it allows fair representation of ALL of Utah.

I prefer map C for making each representative accountable to both rural and urban areas. It also honors the requirements.

Map C is my preference. It has the best blend of voters representing both rural and non-rural residents.

Thanks for your work....I like the Map C

I think each district should look like the state as a whole, with a mix of urban and rural constituents. Map C seems best situated to ensure that each district represents both urban and rural areas and will provide the state with representation that is incentivized to balance conflicting urban and rural interests.

It seems to me that the spirit of gerrymandering is being demonstrated by those who want to carve new districts to promote divisive constituencies instead of common values. Plan C seems the least likely to promote that divisiveness.

I like Map C

I support Option C for these reasons: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods Map C is our best chance to preserve Utah's representation.

I support Option C for these reasons: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods Map C is our best chance to preserve Utah's representation.

Option C is the best option because it has the least amount of counties and cities divided which is the most effective in representing the people and communities. It is key to have each Congressional district with both urban and rural areas so that everyone is represented.

If California, Illinois and Massachusetts gerrymander their states so brutally then Utah has the right to mildly gerrymander our state to reflect how the great majority of our state is.

I want the state legislature to follow plan C and uphold the state constitution.

I support MAP C. Every district includes both rural and urban areas. Our rural concerns are EXTREMELY IMPORTANT to the entire state, which keeps our school trust lands out of reach for the funding of our schools!. The districts all include some urban numbers to keep the geographical size down. MAP C also creates a MINIMUM AMOUNT of County/City splits.

While I’m not sure it does enough to break up the idiocy of Salt Lake City it must be doing something right because it’s got them awfully ticked off.

Option C is the best option. Redistricting, at best, is a complex and challenging process; however, the legislature did a commendable job. Option C is the closest to their original work. I don't like committees that have no electoral accountability dictating how the congressional districts should be created.

Map C is best because it's closest to the previous congressional maps that were good. The previous maps were good because each representative needed to understand and defend both urban and rural needs, the main divisions of humanity for millennia. Utah is a large state with only four representatives so each congressional representative must know and be fluent in rural/urban issues. The judge who overruled the previous maps is unqualified to make such an important decision and seems most qualified for impeachment. If her decision were fair and reasonable, it would not have taken her 72 or so pages of words to explain her twisted logic. Furthermore, Salt Lake City and/or Salt Lake County cannot become a single congressional seat. If so, Utah’s main urban area will be under threat from the D Party. Look at the cities that the D Party controls – Chicago, Baltimore, Los Angeles, etc. If SLC becomes a separate legislative seat the D politician who wins that seat will take orders from its puppeteer, the national D Party. Utah's D Party never pushes back on open borders, men in women’s sports, etc. Utah’s D Party and its politicians are puppets of the national D Party. Utah’s D Party accepts whatever the national D Party wants. Please also remember American history: the D Party is the party of slavery, first of whip and chains slavery, now bureaucratic slavery. The D Party, from its beginning, two hundred years ago, is an elite few who demands control. If Utah is to stay safe and prosperous, the D Party must have little if any power within our State.

I support Map C because it provides the most balanced and legally sound approach to redistricting. Map C keeps communities of interest together, minimizes unnecessary splits between counties and municipalities, and ensures equal representation for all Utah residents. This map demonstrates strong adherence to the court’s redistricting criteria, including: • Equal population distribution across districts • Compactness and contiguity • Respect for traditional neighborhood and municipal boundaries Map C also strengthens public trust by providing clear, logical boundaries that preserve local representation and avoid confusing or arbitrary district lines. It reflects a commitment to fairness, transparency, and effective governance for all Utahns. Please adopt Map C as the preferred redistricting plan for Utah.

Map C is just fine and represents this state correctly!!!!

Map C seems to be the best option given all the factors that must be considered. The balance of urban/rural and the inclusion of trust lands. It also seems to divide fewer communities than the other proposed maps.

This map is the best representation and balance of urban and rural of the maps.

this map represents a good balance of population distribution and it is a good map to use.

C is the best of these options.

I like Map C

This map has a good balance of rural and urban neighborhoods giving Utah residents the balance between the two entities. This map best represents the whole of Utah. The rural areas of Utah representing farming, ranching, mining, and energy production are extremely important to be heard.

Map C follows the requirements of keeping municipalities and counties as intact as possible & minimizes traveling distance for representatives to be able to connect with their constituents more frequently.

yes to D no to C

I think that it needs to be Option C to best comply with the letter and the spirit of Prop 4: blend of urban/rural interests with boundaries that might just age gracefully with population-growth forecasts.

I prefer Map C because it addresses the courts' criteria by 1) allotting equal population to each district, 2) minimizing municipal and county splits, 3) exhibiting contiguity, 4) preserving traditional neighborhoods, 5) best map to accurately represent Utah's political affiliations.

The fact that the Republican party of Utah sent out an email asking people to comment in support of Map C as "the only map proposed that contains the redistricting criteria and legislative boundaries needed to stop the Democrats" PROVES that this map is bias and partisan, and SHOULD NOT be chosen. The people of Utah deserve a map that upholds standards for fairness, community integrity, and accurate representation - not political objectives.

I strongly support Map C, because it supports the Court's criteria, which include equal population, minimizing municipal and county splits, compactness and contiguity, and the preservation of traditional neighborhoods.

We support Map C.

I support map C

I strongly support Map C.

Map C is clearly the best of maps that the redistricting committee came up with. The judge is clearly out of line with the ruling. Map C meets the standards set to give a mix of rural and urban areas in each district.

I like all the options except for C, which feels like Gerrymandering. I'm a lifelong Republican, and even a state delegate. But map C just feels like it's trying to twist things unfairly for Republicans.

I prefer this map. It is not "partisan" if it complies with Proposition 4, and I suspect those who are saying so haven't read up on the complications with crafting a map that complies with all of Proposition 4's requirements. The Utah Legislature should adopt Map C.

Use C

Map C meets the requirements of court orders and prop 4. The fact is that registered Democrats make up less than 1/5 of our state, but insist on having outsized representation for control. The UT DNC recognizes this as well. They also talk about not splitting Salt Lake County, but their plans all split many more jurisdictions.

I think that option C is balanced between the Urban and Rural

I vote for Map C

Map C fulfills all the requirements of the 2018 Prop 4 and the court order. I like that every district has urban and rural areas. Both these areas have different challenges and needs and both need equal consideration.

Map C balances the rural and urban area of Utah and is the only logical choice.

Option C is the best option. Utah must comply with Proposition 4

Map C distributes the areas of Utah in a way that will serve all the people of the State of Utah. The influence of special interest groups needs to be controlled and this would help.

Map C is the best solution

Map C is the best option.

Map C is the best option because it balances rural and urban areas.

I want map C.

I like map C. I’m in a rural area. I want all representatives to focus on all parts of the state not just those most populous. Those in cities should be finding out issues of all parts of the state not just what is in the city. This brings those from the city to have to collaborate with those in rural areas. This isn’t about dividing. It’s about representing. We live in a republic not a democracy. This should have been done by our representatives. This way we have every outside influence influencing our elections and our state. I don’t know anyone from Adam here. At least the representatives I can talk to and know what their intentions are. This whole thing is putting power in some very evil peoples hands. Please consider map C. Thank you.

I choose Map C

I agree with map C

I feel Mac C best distributes the areas of the state in a manor that will best serve all the people of Utah, thereby eliminating the influence of special interests.

Each district in Map C has a fair amount of city, rural and suburban communities and makes a good balance for each district. Map C is my choice.

If someone thinks Option C is gerrymandering, check out other Democrat-dominated states like Illinois.

map c is my preferred. Equal population distribution Minimizes impacts to municipaand county separation Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods

I agree with map C District Boundaries.

Option C makes the most sense for the state as whole it combines Urban and Rural.

Resubmitting to correct having erroneously indicated I liked the map. This map does not support the principles set out in Proposition 4 and splits communities, cities, and counties unnecessarily. I oppose this map and ask the legislature to choose a map that lines up more with the maps created by the independent redistricting commission.

This map does not support the principles set out in Proposition 4 and splits communities, cities, and counties unnecessarily. I oppose this map and ask the legislature to choose a map that lines up more with the maps created by the independent redistricting commission.

I agree with C

This decision should be up to Utah citizens, not out of state donors trying to change the national landscape.

It respects the courts criteria. Equal Population, and its preserving traditional neightborhoods.

Although not perfect, I believe Map C is the best option.

I fully support and approve of Map C. Redistricting should not be the means of changing the voters' wishes.

This map awkwardly divides up Salt Lake County. It doesn't makes sense to have districts include suburban areas and geographically distant rural areas.

I feel this map is the most in compliance with Prop 4

This seems less divisive to implement, and represents an equal population to district. Elected representatives should be taking care of this, but it appears to follow the criteria.

After reviewing the maps, Map C seems to most fairly divide the state so that all voices are heard. It does the best job of dividing up the heavy populated metro area (which must be divided because the population is too big to be it's own district) so that all voices have the best chance of being heard. Everyone will complain about every single one of these maps being unfair or gerrymandering, etc. There is no way to divide the state in a way that satisfies everyone. But C is by far the one that seems to do so the most fairly - both by population and by similarities. It appears to most adequately meet the requirements of the court of equal population, minimal splits, compactness and contiguity and preserving traditional neighborhoods. It does the best job in my opinion of keeping geographical areas together and dividing up the dense metro area among them.

I strongly support Map C. It closely represents the population and neighborhood ideals and values. I am highly disappointed that this is going to court. Our elected representatives should be handling this.

I support Option C. In order for our districts to truly represent the people and communities, it is important for our cities and counties to be kept intact and not be divided. This map has the least amount of counties and cities being divided making it the most effective in representing the people and the communities.

I strongly support map C.

I support Map C. It seems to be the best representation of the voters ideals. The elected representatives should represent the people, not judges.

Map c is the least fair and doesn't follow proper redistricting standards!

I adore map C!

Utah's Constitution needs to be upheld! It is the job of our legislature to draw districts, not a judge or interest groups. The legislative process, and hence, its protective power against direct democracy, is being undermined. Of especial concern is the role that the initiative process has had in the current districting situation. Lawmaking is the power of legislators, elected by citizens to uphold the values that make up the fabric of the community where they live. This is also an essential part of the system of checks and balances that protects against direct democracy.  As David S. Broder wrote more than 20 years ago, lawmaking by the initiative process has given the "...United States something that seems unthinkable–not a government of laws but laws without government." (Democracy Derailed). We need Map C! One last item: The cry of "gerrymandering" has been raised. Both sides of the political aisle use this method, and until both sides don't, it will continue to be part of our government processes.

I strongly support Map option 'C'. Option C most fairly represents the residents of Utah, it follows the Utah constitution and respects the 4 main criteria of the court. Map C gives an equal voice to both urban and rural residents of Utah. Please approve Map option C. Thank you.

Map c is the best option

I support Map C. Democrats are a literal threat to America; anything that cripples their power the better. This is a war of ideologies; one party hates America, the other loves her.

I fully support Map C, as it is the only one that preserves traditional neighborhoods, keeps the population consistent across each district, and most importantly, follows the Utah Constitution of having the Legislature be the ones who decide where the boundaries lie.

I support and approve the MAP C

I strongly support Map C for redistricting. It is the one we approved of and supports the work of the mayors and elected officials with whom I have conversations.

I strongly support the Map C District Map. It is the one that represents the views of me and those in my Precinct.

Map C does not follow the requirements of proposition 4, it is the worst option by far.

I fully support MAP C! Prop 4 barely passed with the assistance of out-of-state leftist organizations/money. There is judicial leftist overreach from our state supreme court. Utah is RED and should remain so. Give rural voters an equal chance for representation in D.C. SLC should not be the voice for all in our state.

Option C honors the process of redistricting in order and is in compliance with Prop 4.

It is the duty of the Utah State Legislature to draw the District maps. A public petition should not be cause for redistricting or cause for a random judge to override the decision of the legislature. However, my choice would be map 3 because it keeps most geographical areas of the state together while sharing the wasatch front population which seems more fair to me.

This is the most representative map of the state. It's great! Please vote for this one!

Please adopt Map C. Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods Thank you.

I think map C is the fairest map and would make it more possible for my voice to be heard and my vote to count. I also think the committee for the maps breaks the rules set forth in PROPOSITION 4 where membership was supposed to be determined by 1 by governor 3 by majority 3 by minority 5 of the members would have to agree to consider a map viable. PROPOSITION 4 also required the districts to be: geographically compact minimize splitting cities Natural boundaries The proposed maps don't look like that to me. I still think we are being SCAMMED and GERRYMANDERED with these proposals. I would prefer to see a map with these general formations. I would prefer a map that has: One Urban Center + Three Rural/Suburban” (compact, preserves a single Democratic-leaning urban district) This option concentrates Salt Lake City and the most Democratic neighborhoods into a single district, and keeps three other districts largely contiguous and Republican-leaning. District 1 — Salt Lake City / Park City (Democratic-leaning) Core: City of Salt Lake + South Salt Lake + Millcreek + Holladay + inner Salt Lake County neighborhoods (the densest parts of Salt Lake County). Add: Summit County (Park City) and possibly small parts of Wasatch County or northern Utah County towns that are closer economically to Salt Lake City. Rationale: keeps the urban core and mountain-resort community together (shared transit/economic ties). Approx. population: builds toward ~876k by using the densest parts of Salt Lake County plus Summit (Salt Lake County total ≈ 1.23M; Summit ≈ 43k — Salt Lake must be split). d36oiwf74r1rap.cloudfront.net District 2 — Northern Wasatch Front (Ogden / Davis / northern suburbs, Republican-leaning) Counties: Davis County (≈378,572) + Weber County (≈271,382) + Box Elder (≈61,755) + northern slice of Salt Lake County (suburban areas such as North Salt Lake / Woods Cross) to reach ~876k. Rationale: natural continuity along the northern Wasatch Front and shared commuting patterns. d36oiwf74r1rap.cloudfront.net District 3 — Central Wasatch Front / Utah County (Republican-leaning) Counties: Utah County (≈749,604) plus a small western or northern slice of Salt Lake County or Tooele County to hit target population. Rationale: Utah County is large and conservative; keeping it mostly intact preserves communities of interest (Brigham Young Univ./Provo area). d36oiwf74r1rap.cloudfront.net District 4 — Southern & Rural Utah (Republican-leaning) Counties: Washington (St. George) (≈204,386) + Iron (≈67,897) + Cache? (No — Cache is north; instead add rural central and SE counties) + many of the rural counties (Beaver, Millard, Juab, Sanpete, Sevier, Piute, Wayne, Garfield, Kane, San Juan, Emery, Carbon, Daggett, Uintah depending on which precincts split) to reach ~876k. Washington County’s growth helps balance the large rural land area. d36oiwf74r1rap.cloudfront.net Pros: Concentrates the urban Democratic vote into a single, defensible district (less “cracking” of Salt Lake City), keeps districts geographically compact and intuitive (Wasatch Front, southern rural block), minimizes splits to mostly Salt Lake County and Utah County. Cons: Produces three heavily Republican districts and only one Democratic seat — which reflects statewide voting patterns but is less competitive. But C is better than the rest currently offered.

Map C is satisfactory

This map does not follow the rules outlined by prop 4. My community is split right down the middle. I will be grouped with a very rural part of the state that does not represent my interests.

I support C

Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include equal population, minimizing municipal and county splits, compactness and contiguity, preserving traditional neighborhoods

I like it. Good job pulling this together.

I support map C because it equally disperses the population.

In favor of map C. Too much out-of-state money was thrown in to Prop 4, which raises many suspicions. Not happy with the GOP in Utah, by the by.

I like the current map because it creates districts of approximately equal population, allowing each district to represent the same number of people.

I like Map C. All of the sudden this districting among voters has become WAY TOO POLITICAL - on both sides. My wish is that the parties (and persons in my district) can disagree without being disagreeable. The last time this happened - in my recollection was with Ronald Reagan and Speaker Tip O'Neil. Sad.

Map C is the map that tries to represent the people of Utah and it's communities. Every congressional district must have both rural and urban areas so that our Congressional members represent all of our state. It is very important for our cities and counties to be kept intact and not be divided. My vote goes for Map C!

I support and approve of Map C for redistricting boundaries.

Map 235 (Option C) is the best map currently set out. It is in compliance with Proposition 4. It includes both rural and urban areas in every district, so that the representative of each district must be educated and represent the values, objectives, priorities, and needs of a diverse, varied cross-section of socioeconomic and all other relevant demographics in our great state. Cities and counties are kept intact the most in this map, not divided among separate districts, which is most effective at representing the will of the population of each district.

I support Map 235 because it follows the rules set out by Proposition 4 and the courts. It balances equal population while keeping communities as intact as possible, and splitting three cities and three counties is the kind of tradeoff that comes with the process. In a state with such different communities, some frustration is inevitable, and that is a sign of good government, since no side gets everything it wants. Salt Lake County has to be divided. With more than 1.2 million residents, it is too large for a single district when each district must have about 800,000 people. Rural counties lack the population to stand alone, so parts of Salt Lake County must be paired with them to achieve balance. Utah’s rules also call for every district to represent both rural and urban interests. Since Salt Lake is the state’s urban hub, dividing it allows every member of Congress to respond to the full range of Utah’s needs. The real need is not partisan, it is mathematical and structural. This map also reflects the kind of work the Independent Redistricting Committee presented in 2021, showing it was drawn to be fair rather than partisan. Instead of dividing neighborhoods for advantage, Map 235 respects counties, cities, and communities while ensuring representation is shared across the state. Map 235 is the map that best represents Utah as a whole. Please support Map 235.

I support map C, it is the only one that looks fair to me!

I support MAP C. Prop 4 was funded by outside the state Leftist organizations to steal a seat! SUPPORT MAP C!

This option does not provide full representation in Washington, D. C. for the citizens of Utah.

I support and approve of this Map C district boundaries.

I support and approve of this Map C district boundaries.

Please Vote Map C. I'd like each congress member to understand the needs of rural and urban areas and vote to help all areas.

Map C is the best choice. it not only respects the criteria of the court, it also follows the Utah constitution, complies with Proposition 4, reflects Utah’s growth and diversity, incorporates the interests of all Utahns, and provides fair and balanced districts. Please approve Map C.

I support Map C as the option of choice. It keeps communities together. The court was wrong in creating this issue in the first place. I hope the legislature follows the law and creates the map rather than bowing to an unelected committee's direction.

I feel map C would be a good fit. Judges don’t need to legislate from the bench, it should be the people.

I think the commission is a joke and violates the State Constitution. Option C is the only acceptable option. But the court was wrong and the legislature should determine the districts.

Please vote for this Map. I love the state I live in and would like it to stay that way!

This map is obviously bias and another attempt to gerrymander in the GOPs favor.

Map C appears to best fulfill the court's criteria of equal population, preserving traditional neighborhoods, minimizing municipal and county splits, and compactness and contiguity.

Map C is the only option that is constitutional according to Utah law.

Map C represents an accurate representation of UTAH citizens. It will represent the VOICE OF THE PEOPLE.

After reviewing the Utah constitution, Prop. 4, and the court's criteria, Map 'C' is the only correct logical choice. It respects and meets the criteria of the court, it follows the constitution of Utah, it follows Prop. 4 and best represents the people of Utah. Map 'C' also most closely aligns with the areas our congressional legislators should represent. It is an accurate cross-section of the actual political demographics of the people who live in Utah. We are a conservative state and should be represented in congress by those who share our same views.

Map C is the most appropriate.

For the maps that are available to select from, please select map C. It seems to have the fewest counties and cities being divided making it the most effective for the people being represented..

I am for Map C. I recommend you vote for this map as I feel it represents the state population correctly so all are represented by our congress man

I support Map C

I choose option C as this includes the city as this combines rural and urban interests which makes representation fair. Other options give the urban areas to much control.

Millcreek resident here. This map is bad. This map arbitrarily takes a huge bite out of Millcreek so it's split between District 2 and District 3. Gee? I wonder why? They really love to split up Millcreek. This map makes it so my house is in a different congressional district than the local public Junior High I attended and walked to in 10 mins, Evergreen Jr. High. Millcreek is a city and a community and any map that splits up this neighborhood is bad for my community. We have the same needs, we are neighbors. Shame on the GOP for sending an email to its constituents for voting for this map. I thought they weren't supposed to use partisan data? If not, why are they pushing this map so hard? This map is terrible for the citizens of Millcreek and the cutout of Millcreek makes absolutely no sense. Leave Millcreek alone.

I represent myself, Keep Focus America, Electing Better People for America, Utah Citizens for the Constitution in Washington County, and numerous other organizations. We are all in agreement that we APPROVE this map.

To the Utah Legislative Redistricting Committee: I am writing to express my strong opposition to the current redistricting process and all six maps currently under consideration (Maps A, B, C, D, E, and the Escamilla/Owens map). The people of Utah have already decided. In 2018, we passed Proposition 4 with broad, bipartisan support to create an independent redistricting commission specifically to prevent politicians from drawing their own districts. The Utah Supreme Court has affirmed our constitutional right to enact this reform. I reject all six proposed maps because they were not drawn by the independent commission that voters authorized. Having the Legislature draw its own districts - regardless of which party controls the process - violates the fundamental principle that representatives should not choose their own voters. This is about principle, not party. Whether Republican or Democrat, no politician should have the power to gerrymander districts for their own benefit. This undermines representative democracy and erodes public trust in our institutions. I urge the committee to: Use the maps created by the Independent Redistricting Commission as originally mandated by Proposition 4 Respect the will of Utah voters who overwhelmingly supported independent redistricting Stop complying "under protest" and instead embrace the democratic process voters approved The people spoke in 2018. It's time for the Legislature to listen. Respectfully, TSJ, North Ogden

I support Map C because it respects the legislature’s constitutional authority to draw congressional districts. As a voter, I elect representatives to make decisions on my behalf, and this map reflects their judgment in balancing equal population, minimizing municipal and county splits, maintaining compactness and contiguity, and preserving traditional neighborhoods. Map C ensures that Utah’s representation in Congress is fair, stable, and accountable to the voters, and it provides continuity in our voice at the federal level.

I support option C, this combines rural and urban interests which makes representation fair. Other options give the urban areas to much control.

Please Choose Option C

it seems to me, gerrymandering to help a minority party just as bad as gerrymandering to help a majority party. with less than 17% of utah democratic, they really arent "entitled" to a seat until we have 5 seats

Map C appears to be the most equitable. A common sense solution.

I strongly support Option C as the best plan meeting the requirements. It is equitable and fair, not Gerrymandered.

Option C is the most equitable option and I fully support it.

I recommend the committee adopt Map C because it best represents the people of Utah.

I prefer Map C as it allows for a more equal representation of rural and urban. Often it seems that the less populated districts lack voice in just about anything. It would be better to have us all working together - not just for our own little neighborhood.

This map does not follow the requirements of Proposition 4. It divides Salt Lake County into multiple districts in a way that stretches across very different regions and communities, which weakens compactness and undermines community representation. The map creates unnecessary splits that fail to keep communities of interest intact.

I support Map C. It gives the most even distribution, breaks up cities the least, and follows the guidelines in Prop 4 the best. We need to have rural and urban in each, as rural issues are very important for the entire state, like energy, mining, ranching, and school trust lands. Choose Map C!

I support Map C. This map provides for equal population. It minimizing municipal and county splits. Map C further allows for compactness and contiguity. It also preserves traditional neighborhoods. These items demonstrate that Map C thus fullfills the intent of the Judge's identified criteria.

I support Map C

The C map is best because it balances rural and urban Utahns so that all can have fair representation. If districts are isolated into exclusively high population cities, rural voices will be silenced, as has occurred in California.

If you want a real idea of what Utahns think, then everyone should be allowed to vote in elections. Only allowing a select group have a voice takes away agency. Ranked choice voting is also something I would be very interested in so that the most voices are heard and accommodated.

This map is the closest Republicans could come to the old rejected gerrymandered map without being that same rejected map. A fair map will give Salt Lake City its own district. This map divides SL County in half and does pretty much the same thing to Utah County. It should be rejected if it's submitted.

Map C give a better representation for rural areas. It doesn't concentrate power in heavily populated areas that leave out rural parts of the state.

I support map C because it seems to represent more of us.

I support map C. Seems to be the least disruptive to neighborhoods, municipalities, and aligns with the courts direction.

I believe this is the correct map.

I think option C is the best option, if this has to be done. My preference would be to just follow the Utah Constitution and let our elected officials do this. I don't believe I would have voted for Prop 4, but if I did, then I didn't understand what it actually meant. I believe that Prop 4 should be repealed.

I support only map C.

I think Map C is the best option. It has the most equal representation between city and rural areas. It is the best option to keep cities and counties from being divided.

I support Map C

After reviewing the Utah constitution, Prop. 4, and the court's criteria, Map 'C' is the only correct logical choice. It respects and meets the criteria of the court, it follows the constitution of Utah, it follows Prop. 4 and best represents the people of Utah. Map 'C' also most closely aligns with the areas our congressional legislators should represent. It is an accurate cross-section of the actual political demographics of the people who live in Utah. We are a conservative state and should be represented in congress by those who share our same views. It's too bad we have to waste all this time and money trying to fix something that was not broken in the first place.

Out of all the options, this map is the most compliant with Proposition 4 from 2018, minimizing the division of counties & cities. I also like it since each district has both urban and rural areas, ensuring our congressional representatives hear issues that affect both groups of people.

The only choice that makes sense is Map 'C'. It respects the criteria of the court, it follows the Utah constitution, it meets the requirements of Prop. 4, and most importantly it most closely represents the political demographics of the people of Utah. Map C is the only proposal that protects Utah’s legislative boundaries in a way that truly represents the people of Utah. We cannot allow paid outsiders from other states, or a small vocal minority to unlawfully force their unreasonable demands on the vast majority of the actual tax-paying law-abiding residents of Utah.

I am in favor option C. I believe it is th best and most fair to give rrepresentation to all Utah citizens.

I agree most with zone C. As a native of southern Salt Lake County who has also spent time in rural Utah, I agree with having our representatives representing a mix of the needs of both rural and urban. Our leaders can come together for the large issues that affect all of us, while still listening to others who may end up ignored otherwise. When it comes to national issues, all Utahns are more alike in our needs than some would have you believe. More granularity at the state level is welcome, but when it comes to national issues we need to fight for what is best for Utah.

Keep the districts red! Go to California if you want a blue state!

I like option C the best - it seems to be the most fair to all the residents of the state

Many Americans across this great country have fled blue states. Do not let Utah turn into one of those places by letting them get any amount of control. Thanks you!

The Utah State Constitution, Article IX, Section 1 requires that the Utah Legislature draw the district boundaries. The Utah Constitution does not provide for any other mechanism. The proposition to have a committee draw the lines was and is a bad idea and must be repealed. The boundaries established by the State Legislature must remain in effect until after the next census. The courts should know better than to say anything else. Follow the Constitution!

I appreciate the thoroughness with which Map C has been considered and drawn. It is fair and AMERICAN in its considerations. Thank you.

Taking everything into consideration I think Map C is the best option for our state to get the representation we need.

Map C is the map that honors the process of redistricting in order to be in compliance with Proposition 4. Every Congressional District must have both urban and rural areas so that all of our Congress members represent the most important issues of our state. Since Utah only has 4 congress members at this time, it's imperative that all of them represent our state. The needs and issues for rural and urban areas are very different, so our representatives need to be on top of all the issues for Utah.

I support Map C as the final choice.

Activist Judge Dianna Gibson has overstepped, giving the Legislature three unconstitutional “choices” — reject its maps unless they meet her personal standard, adopt maps from unelected activists, or accept a map she draws herself. This is not representative. It is not democratic. It is unconstitutional. We must also remember where this all began. Proposition 4, the so-called “Better Boundaries” initiative, barely passed with 50.34% to 49.66% — funded by millions in out-of-state money. The largest donor, Action Now Initiative, out of Texas, gave over $1.1 million. Other donors included the ACLU, SEIU, and the National Education Association. This was not a Utah grassroots movement — it was a takeover attempt by the Democratic Party and its national allies.

As an engaged Utah voter, I believe this proposed redistricting map is the most effective option. I see no compelling reason to alter our current map, which serves our communities well. In my view, the Utah Supreme Court's decision overstepped its authority and disregarded the principles outlined in the Utah State Constitution. This map maintains fair representation and should be adopted.

Map C best satsify the requirements according to Prop 4. It is the best option.

I chose map C. This the best representation for Utah.

Utah’s Constitution is crystal clear: “the Legislature shall divide the state into congressional, legislative, and other districts accordingly” (Article IX, Section 1). This map supports Utah's constitutional rights.

I’ve lived in Utah all my life, and I have lived in 3 different legislative districts in 4 different counties: Wasatch, Summit, Utah, and Salt Lake. Last change moved my house to CD1 from CD2, which was my first time ever in CD1. This map has every home I’ve ever lived in Utah into one district (CD3). While not perfect, this is better than any proposal I’ve seen so far.

This map divides the state most evenly between urban and rural and best reflects the political makeup of Utah.

I want to you to vote for option C which is map 235. Thanks!

With the populations of Salt Lake County and Utah County, those counties must be split into districts in some way or another. No map will be optimal to everyone. Option C seems a reasonable middle ground to redistricting.

I support Map C

The committee did an impressive amount of work developing 5 choices that respect the court's requirements: this is the best option of those presented. It mixes rural and urban voters in all 4 districts, meaning Representatives must be aware of water, energy, Federal lands and agriculture in additon to the urban problems of crime, transportation, housing, etc. It also respects geographic boundaries better, and is better at allowing voters and representatives to more easily get together.

As a Davis County resident, I love that this map keeps Davis County together. We identify with each other and splitting us up is sub-optimal. As for why this map is superior to the other map(s) that keep Davis county intact, this map provides a great split of urban and rural, while keeping cities and counties together, where possible. Please pass this map, Judge Gibson, if this map does pass, please allow the Legislature's approved map move forward as that's what the Constitution states: "the Legislature shall divide the state into congressional, legislative, and other districts accordingly." Thank you!

I prefer this one. It is closer to the one they took us out of when they changed it so quickly before. They had put our little precinct with people across the freeway. It didn't make sense to us at all. We had a good relationship with our legislators and now my new legislator just gives me excuses when I want him to think about things and changing them. He seems to think just opposite of us in this area. I also think it balances out quite nicely. Please keep this one for us. Many people wanted Salt Lake to be kept kind of together, so it looks to me like that is what it does. Thanks for keeping Option C

In my opinion Option C is the best choice because it allows for complete balance of Congressional Representatives. And also allows for equal population and minimizing municipal and county splits. This will also help in preserving traditional neighborhoods.

The fact that the GOP sent out an email blast stating that this is their preferred map screams partisanship to me, as it seems likely that they think this is the best way for them to keep Dem voices from being heard.

From what I can tell, Map C is the best plan. It seems to provide the best overall representation with the fewest number of counties being divided.

I like option C map 235. It is important to have each district contain rural and urban areas so that our entire state is represented.

I support option C. I live on the west side of Salt Lake County and I like the idea that we on the westside are kept together. The other options are simply gerrymanders to favor the democrats.

I like Map C and I'm in favor of implementing it.

After looking at the different maps, I support Map C as it has the most fairly split population groups and keeps the representation from rural Utah. It seems to have the fewest county/city splits outside of Utah and Salt Lake County. But those have to be split to keep things politically fair split the voter population across the state. It keep neighborhoods and county's that deal with similar things together. This process is supposed to be non-political and several of the maps appear completely politically motivated by a great minority of the states voters.

Of all of the options, this option is the fathers from the Prop 4 guidelines we are trying to follow. SL county is split four ways on this map, which is a clear attempt to gerrymander that county. I understand that SL county is population dense and will have to be split somewhat, but this butchers the county and does not adhere to Prop 4 guidelines.

This is the best balance of urban and rural representation

Option C. Option C. Option C.

This map appears to be most similar to the state of Utah. Thank you.

Appears Option C is the only logical choice

Map C is the best option

I'm a lifelong Utahn, and I voted in favor of the Proposition 4 in 2018. I care a lot about making sure that the redistricting process is fair and ensures that communities get to vote together. While this map is not what I have drawn, I agree that this map aligns with the rules in Proposition 4. This map is very similar to one of the options presented by the Independent Redistricting Committee in 2021, and I sincerely hope that the Legislature will use the maps produced by the Committee going forward. This same level of scrutiny needs to be applied to the State House and State Senate seats which are illegally drawn by deliberately splitting communities in order to favor one party over the other.

The new proposed districts should be proportionate to the registered population of the voters. There should be minimal splits to the represented counties and cities and it should preserve those cities, traditional neighborhoods.

Recognizing prop 4 voting being so close to 50/50, map C is the best implementation to satisfy the requirements and maintain proper legislative boundaries.

I like this map because it shows Utah and it is inspiring.

Let's go with map C. It's fair and not like the absurd districts we see in most blue states.

I like Map C. It's the fairest and not too different than what we have now.

San Juan County would be better served if grouped with other districts in southern Utah, not Park City and most of Salt Lake City. The interests between the communities would not be well represented by a single individual.

According to Proposition 4, the redistricting standards should include (to the greatest extent possible): • Adhering to the U.S. and Utah Constitutions and other applicable laws • Preserving equal populations among districts • Keeping municipalities and counties together • Creating districts that are compact and contiguous • Respecting traditional neighborhoods and communities of interest • Following geographic features and natural barriers These standards are inherently in conflict with each other. For example, Utah Lake essentially divides Utah County. So, which standard is more important: keeping municipalities and counties together or following geographic features and natural barriers? Additionally, Salt Lake County is too large for its own Congressional district, so how do you divide a county while respecting traditional neighborhoods and communities of interest? Proposition 4 does not follow the Utah Constitution, which gives redistricting power solely to the Utah Legislature. Thus, all of the proposed maps are potentially unconstitutional and an irrelevant factor. Additionally, maps A, B, C, D, and E all have equal populations among the districts, so that is an irrelevant factor to distinguish between them. Based on the other criteria, Map C appears to be the best option, even though Utah County, the second most populous county in Utah, is also split just as Salt Lake County is.

Map C balances the state fairly. Quite unlike the ridiculously-gerrymandered districts I see in most Democrat-run states. Do it!

I like Map c as it represents me and the other areas rural city. Its along the criteria set out by prop 4. All reps must understand the trust lands and how valuable they are for our tax base

I support Map C. It respects the court’s criteria. The districts are compact and contiguous. The population is equally represented in each district. It appears that there is minimal splitting of counties and municipalities, while also preserving neighborhoods.

This whole process is unconstitutional. The Utah Constitution states in Article IX Section 1 "...the Legislature shall divide the state into congressional, legislative, and other districts accordingly." The legislature is defined by Article VI, Section 1 (1)(a) as the Senate and House of Representatives notwithstanding the people holding separate legislative powers. Neither the people nor the courts can fabricate legislation to infringe on the redistricting powers vested in the legislature because it is clearly unconstitutional to do so. I reject all of these maps based on this standard. Since the legislature seems intent to bow down to the coequal branch of the court and let this happen, Map C is the best choice given the options.

Map C is the best. It balances urban and rural issues. We need to be represented well in congress. This map preserves traditional neighborhoods. My neighborhood is very different from downtown salt lake and the avenues. And we like it that way.

Map C is the best choice for Utah’s congressional redistricting because it effectively meets the court’s criteria: equal population across districts, minimal splits of counties and municipalities, compactness and contiguity, and the preservation of traditional neighborhoods. By adhering to these standards, Map C ensures fair representation while maintaining the integrity of communities. This way, Utah’s voice in Congress accurately reflects both our people and the principles of representative government.

This is the least favorable map that will drown out urban area voices.

Map C respects the court's criteria I think. And Map C is the best chance to preserve our (Utah) representation.

I live by Ogden, so most of the maps are the same for me. I feel like I should only comment on maps that affect my district. Who am I to tell other districts what to do? This one looks just like A and B for me. I am ok with how my district is represented here.

Please choose option C. Utah's cogressional representation should align with voters in Utah.

Map C is the best option to have both the rural, an densely populated places included in each district.

It seems that most of the criticisms against this map fail to consider the underlying requirements set forth by the courts of the State of Utah: 1. Equal population 2. Minimizing municipal and county splits 3. Compactness and contiguity 4. Preserving traditional neighborhoods I feel like this map does the best job at meeting these important bipartisan criteria in a fair and equitable manner.

I support Map C because it best reflects Utah's conservative values and I feel it keeps communities together in a balanced way. This map seems to get a good balance of “city” and “country” from our state, in doing so maintaining strong representation for rural and suburban areas and those people that live within them. I care strongly about conservative morals. Map C seems to ensure continuity with our existing congressional delegation, and it offers the best chance to preserve consistent, conservative leadership across all four districts. After looking though, the PDF of maps. Map C meets the legal requirements of Proposition 4 while also reflecting what the majority of Utah voters want. Legislature please choose to adopt Map C and keep Utah on the right path.

Best option out of the maps. Drawn as fair as you can without favoring one party or another.

This is a good map that avoids packing SL County for partisan advantage.

This map will save democracy in Utah and the US! The democrats are the party of murder and need to be stopped at any cost!

I support map c for obvious reasons. Also, this app/interface is horrendous.

I support Map C. Map C respects the court's criteria, which include Equal population, Minimizing municipal and county splits, Compactness and contiguity and preserving traditional neighborhoods.

Map C is the only proposal that protects Utah’s legislative boundaries and meets the criteria we need.

Map C is the best choice to meet the criteria. Stop trying to flip congressional seats.

I prefer this map, but would swap districts 2 & 4 to better align the current districts with this proposed change.

I support Map C and feel this is the redistricting map that should be utilized.

Please support Map C. The maps should be drawn by elected officials, not the judicial branch or outside sources.

Salt Lake City has overshadowed the voice of rural Utah. I support this map

Option C provides in each district a balance of urban and rural and income levels. It does not create states within the state, or districts that are pitted against each other.

I feel that map C gives fairness in numbers to both parties. Each party will have a fair chance and it keeps it so that the populated parts of our state do not overpower the rural areas. Utah in land area is mostly rural and those people deserve as much voice as those along the wasatch front. I think the numbers show that in recent voting years the balance of democrat and republican votes are about even and it would be possible for a democrat to win a seat. I want fair representation and fair does not mean a seat gets guaranteed to any party and both have a fighting chance. This gives them that chance.

Map C respects the court's criteria and I prefer it to the other choices. Districts are balanced by population and it largely avoids splitting cities and counties. No map is perfect, but this one looks reasonable.

of all the options, this is the best one, which is not saying much. Back East a state with 22% Republican voters and 10 US house seats has ZERO republicans house seats. Dems are less than 14% here in Utah, If they get a seat, then alot of voters and people will not be represented by Utah values. Don't Californicate Utah.

Map C is the best choice to meet the criteria and group things properly

Looks good to me. If democrats are mad even better. Thats how you know you're on the right path. Have a great day.

Map C is the map that honors the process of redistricting in order to be in compliance with prop 4.I agree completly

I oppose Option C. Quit playing games gerrymandering in favor of one party. The Utah voters have spoken and want and deserve fair and balanced congressional districts. I support the districts recommended by the independent redistricting commission in 2021.

MAP C looks the best. It has a good balanced mix between urban/city and the rural areas. It also keep the counties the most intact for unity.

We support Map C because it does not bunch political parties together, it spreads them out. Utah is a Republican State and it should be represented by conservatives in Washington DC by conservatives not liberals. In the past many Democrats registered as Republicans so they vote Republican in the primary elections to influence the outcome in a negative way, and it worked in the 2024 state election. Hopefully Map C will slow this down.

Map C seems to be the best option as it keeps municipal, neighborhood, and county splits to a minimum and meets the courts criteria.

Option is the best choice for fair & balanced districts in our state. Cities & counties should be kept in tact. In order to represent the most important issues of our state, each district must have urban & rural areas. We support option C. Thank you!

Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods”

I support map C. This supports the court's criteria. This is also the best way to give me a voice in government.

I like Map C the best. It makes sense and doesn't carve up areas randomly. I think it complies with the court's guidelines quite well. I support this Map C.

I like map C…bets under the circumstances.

In favor of new districts map

Map C has the least number of counties and cities being divided and makes the most sense for complying with the redistricting requirements and also representing the people of those communities.

There's no perfect map, but option C seems to be the best option available and follows the law.

I like map C!

This map does not follow the standards of Prop 4 and should be disregarded.

Map C is my choice because it mixes rural voters together with urban voters. The representative will have to address both rural issues and urban issues.

I support Map C for the redistricting.

This is the best choice of all options hands down!

I support Map c

I like option C because I feel it does the best job of keeping the areas in a logical configuration of the population. Other options seam to favor one political group over another that does not match our demographics.

Terrible map. Clearly the least fair, giving republicans the advantage which they’ve said themselves.

I am cool with this map. Looked up proposition 4's requirements and this one checks out. I get the GOP endorsing it makes some people feel a certain way. If that is a big enough issue option A and B are similar enough with following prop 4.

Option C is the favored option in my home. Allowing for communities and counties to stay unified in their representation and concerns while meeting the requirements necessary for the adjustments asked.

I support map C

I support map C

This map represents the best balance of urban-rural voting block. Urban areas should not be the tail that wags the dog. The voting public needs to be represented by the majority of the voters. Not an elite minority.

I think all four congressional districts should have both urban and rural communities. This map looks to comply with the proposition and the court order, but also gives each congressional district urban and rural.

Every Congressional District should include urban and rural areas and this map does that. This map complies with ALL of the requirements of the 2018 Proposition 4 AND the court ordered considerations.

It has been a mass of confusion, however, after studying this to the best of my ability and understanding, I conclude that option C, map 235 is the best option and complies most effectively with Prop 4.

I prefer Map C because of the balance between urban and rural.

They need a mix of rural and populated so that the representatives become educated on rural issues. I prefer C 235

Map C does a good job of balancing urban and rural areas. This is the best option.

Option C is the only realist option.

Map C is my choice because it puts rural voters together with urban voters. The representative will have to address both rural issues and urban issues.

I believe option C is the best choice Map 234!!

Map B Based on its score and is the least Biased.

Map C is the best option. Please approve. It has the best representation and follows all the guidelines. Thank you

We get best results when urban and rural, mountain and desert work TOGETHER, communicate and stop trying to play a zero sum game. Let's unite around diverse districts with a wide range of constituent types!

Map C is the best option. This option has the best representation of our state and also follows the requirements listed. Please approve Map C.

I only support map C. It clearly is the best map that minimizes divisions of communities, and also does not require it's representative to cover a ridiculous amount of area.

Map C is what I like the best. Nothing will be perfect, but it makes sense, the shapes aren't crazy like they used to be.

I favor map C to balance rural and urban areas and to keep the most counties together for local representation.

This (Map C) is probably the least unfair map. I personally see no issue with creating one district that is mostly Salt Lake County, since the needs and opinions of rural and metropolitan residents is usually quite different.

This map will represent the entire population of utah

This map seems to be well balanced and makes sense to keep representation fair. It does split cities and counties, but any map that doesn't ends up with districts that don't need to be responsive to the will of a broad group of people, which is the best way to keep as many disparate opinions as possible represented.

I like Map C the best

None of the maps are perfect, but this is the lesser of the evils. I like C best

Best option of the 4 choices

Map C complies with Prop 4 and balances both urban and rural areas and is therefore best. Setting rural and urban populations against each other by creating urban reps and rural reps dilutes Utah's ability to represent Utah interests!

Under the Utah State Constitution, the state legislature is granted the authority to draw up legislative district boundaries. The judge's actions are clearly unconstitutional. I am in favor of option C which will hopefully placate the activist judge while the legislature appeals this ruling.

This map is the fairest to our electorate. It preserves the will of the people and the legislature alike.

this is a mess, but map C looks like the best way forward at this time. the root problems - voting population concentrated in larger cities versus rural areas still needs more work, but this is a start.

I like Map C because it splits up north and south Salt Lake county and north and south Utah county between the four districts. That seems fair and it also keeps the population of each district fairly even. People out in the less populated areas get really tired of the two big counties running everything in the state. Definitely I like map C.

This map does not represent Utah at all splitting salt lake up into 4 different districts. It is a blatant attempt to gerrymander votes towards the Republican Party. Pick something that better fits Utah’s demographics rather than focus on partisan politics

This map does not represent Utah at all splitting salt lake up into 4 different districts. It is a blatant attempt to gerrymander votes towards the Republican Party. Pick something that better fits Utah’s demographics rather than focus on partisan politics

We have a representative Republic and elected the state legislature who has the power to create the maps as stated in the US and State Constitutions. The Judge has no power to create the maps. C is closest to what the legislature came up with. Dems are less than 14% of the population of Utah and don't deserve seats that are gerrymandered unconstitutionally. Maybe they need to change their policies. MAP C!!!!!!

Map C seems to be the most equitable. I have more in common with voters in American Fork and Highland than I do with voters in downtown SLC. This map satisfies the requirements of the court.

While map C best meets the goals of re-districting. With each representative having both urban and rural constituents, each representative represents Utah as a state not as a microcosm of special interests related to rural or urban interests. This may sub-optimize representation of my personal interest while optimizing the interests of the State as a whole. This map also provides representation of similar numbers of voters. Certainly Salt Lake County could be divided differently, however, the county should definitely be combined in some way with rural counties to provide representation of both urban and rural interest. This map has the fewest number of cities and counties divided.

It is divisions like this that are insideous. Why divide Millcreek up like this - leave that city alone, and if you need to balance population, adjust your "juts" that you ALREAY have on the south end of district 2.

Improvement. Represents Utah

As a Utah County Commissioner, I have reviewed the proposed redistricting maps. Option C provides a strong framework for representing Utah County and would be my first choice. Option A is also a reasonable option and would serve our residents well if selected. I encourage the committee to choose one of these options as the final map. Thank you for your consideration.

I support this map. Although only 14% of Utah voters are registered as democratic, many are registered as republican to vote in primaries for Governor. This map is less jerrymandered.

Map C is the most compliant with Prop 4. It has all 4 districts with both urban and rural areas, which is very important when we have only 4 members in Congress, this way all of Utah is equally represented. Map C has the least amount of counties and cities being divided.

Map C is good for a more even distribution of people. It follows Prop 4 the best.

Option C looks like the least competitive of the maps and should not be chosen. I'm also concerned that public comment seems to be surging after a political party endorsed this particular map. Seems to not be a good sign of a competitive map? Could we see a competitiveness score district by district on these maps and the other criteria outlined? Maybe you have provided that and I am missing it? I have seen it third party analysis but these type of information seems important for the process.

it is obvious that maps a, b, d, and e are clear attempts to gerrymander half of our state's representatives to be democrats, whilst the democrat percentage in this state is 14%. maps that empower 14% of a state to have 50 % of it's representatives is gerrymandering by definition. map c appears to be the only one that represents the state as a whole. please note i am still unclear if redistricting is required and judicial overreach may be at play. the state constitution specifically makes redistricting the legislature's responsibility, ie the law passed in 2018 cannot override the state constitution, so that law would likely be struck down if challenged. an emergency injunction by the state supreme court might be needed.

I agree with Map C because it respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population, Minimizing municipal and county splits, Compactness and contiguity, and Preserving traditional neighborhoods.

Map C is the map that honors the process of redistricting in order to be in compliance with Prop 4. It is important that every Congressional district must have both urban and rural areas so that all of our Congress members represent the most important issues of our state. If there is district that is fully urban, then their vote will solely be in the best interests of the urban areas of the state with disregard to the large rural areas of the state. And it is impossible to meet the redistricting requirements with a district that would be solely rural. So urban areas would have representation in by all four representatives while the rural population would have maybe only 2-3 representatives. As we only have 4 congress members, it is imperative that all of them represent all of our state. Most of our state is rural, but we have urban areas with higher populations. The needs and issues for rural and urban areas are very different so our representatives need to be on top of all the issues of our state. Trust lands are critical to our education and our tax base so every Congress member must be up to speed and educated on them. In order for our districts to truly represent the people and communities, it is important for our cities and counties to be kept intact and not be divided. This map has the least amount of counties and cities being divided making it the most effective in representing the people and the communities.

Map C is the map that honors the process of redistricting in order to be in compliance with Prop 4. Every Congressional district must have both urban and rural areas so that all of our Congress members represent the most important issues of our state. As we only have 4 congress members, it is imperative that all of them represent all of our state. Most of our state is rural, but we have urban areas with higher populations. The needs and issues for rural and urban areas are very different so our representatives need to be on top of all the issues of our state. Trust lands are critical to our education and our tax base so every Congress member must be up to speed and educated on them. In order for our districts to truly represent the people and communities, it is important for our cities and counties to be kept intact and not be divided. This map has the least amount of counties and cities being divided making it the most effective in representing the people and the communities.

I support Map C. It is the best division representing the percentages of political parties in the state for the U.S. Congressional delegation, plus meets the guidelines given for drawing a map.

Map C respects the court’s criteria, which includes: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods Map C is our best chance to preserve Utah's representation.

The reasons for supporting C: - Map C is the map that honors the process of redistricting in order to be in compliance with Prop 4. - Every Congressional district must have both urban and rural areas so that all of our Congress members represent the most important issues of our state. - As we only have 4 congress members, it is imperative that all of them represent all of our state.   - Most of our state is rural, but we have urban areas with higher populations. The needs and issues for rural and urban areas are very different so our representatives need to be on top of all the issues of our state.  - Trust lands are critical to our education and our tax base so every Congress member must be up to speed and educated on them. - In order for our districts to truly represent the people and communities, it is important for our cities and counties to be kept intact and not be divided. - This map has the least amount of counties and cities being divided making it the most effective in representing the people and the communities.

This map seems the most equal, fair, and logical. It keeps each district at equivalent populations and has the fewest county/city breaks. I see a lot of negative comments on here arguing that point, but they seem to mostly be from angry people who don't have any actual points to make other than they don't like it. Map C also gives the most continuity to neighborhoods and similar ways of living compared to the other maps.

I think option C, map 235 is the best one because it has the least number of cities and counties being divided. This is important so that citizens in local communities can work together to communicate with their elected officials to let them know what is important to them. Also, I think it is important for each representative who is elected to a national office be able and required to represent both urban and rural communities because they will be voting on bills that affect all areas of our state.

This map best represents the interests of all Utahns. It meets the stipulations required by proposition four, while balancing the diverse needs of people across the state

This map is as good as any. I have yet to see a dissenting comment that actually makes sense. Neighbors have different districts? That will happen NO MATTER WHAT. Every single map will have that happen. Salt Lake County is split? It literally has to be, there's more people than the max for a congressional district. Rural and urban mixed? Also has to happen, the rural areas don't have enough people otherwise. A few borders look funny? That also will inevitably happen when trying to perfectly balance populations and meet various other requirements. Same thing for where boundaries should be, y'all want them to follow municipal boundaries, county boundaries, and "natural boundaries" and meet various other requirements, those things don't always align with each other. Use some common sense before commenting.

Map C does not meet the requirements set in place by Prop 4.

Map C shows the best balanced approach to representation. I would approve Map C

Map C seems the best

This map seems to work the best. It breaks up Salt Lake but it is still allowing neighborhoods to stay together with minimal splitting. It seems to follow the courts guidance. Map C includes rural areas, which allows the congressman/women to focus on both urban and rural issues. A lot of our issues/concerns are happening in rural areas that will eventually affect us all, ie: farming, ranching, energy production, mining operations. Map C seems best suited to allow our elected officials to deal with these issues/concerns.

Fair for all is the goal. Thanks for the great work.

Most of the people commenting lack knowledge that the population has to be evened out around 800k which requires butchering SLC county up. Even if we gave SLC alone to the democrats.... it wouldnt be even for any other district. See my map as example and look at the population tables.

So long as districts fairly percentages of State party affiliation in the districts it balances my view.

I am in favor of map C because it aligns with proposition 4 and ensures equitable representation throughout Utah. In Utah we need our representatives to consider the needs of all Utahns. There needs to be a balance of perspective for both urban and rural communities and representation for both. We need our legislators to consider the needs of everyone and not just the Wasatch front. I live on the Wasatch front but I understand that Utah has limited natural resources and if rural populations are not represented by our legislators we would see even more “rural sacrifice zones” where native peoples, farmers, and ecosystems are all sacrificed to support urban centers. I also appreciate how this map keeps communities together and helps to minimize confusion.

I prefer map #C

Map C is the map that best represents Utah voters.

I believe it is crucial to have balanced representation in every district so that our representatives have an interest and are well-informed on all issues. I prefer this map as it gives the best opportunity for better representation.

Map C is the map that honors the process of redistricting in order to be in compliance with Prop 4. Every Congressional district must have both urban and rural areas so that all of our Congress members represent the most important issues of our state. As we only have 4 congress members, it is imperative that all of them represent all of our state.

Map C is the closest to respecting the court's criteria. Most importantly it preserves traditional neighborhoods. It also minimized county splits. By far, Map C is the best option.

I like map C because of its consistency with Prop 4

Option C definitely makes the most sense and follows the law.

I favor Map C because it honors the process of redistricting in compliance with Proposition 4. Most of our state is rural and the needs for rural and urban areas are very different and so our representatives need to be on top of all the issues for our whole state. In order for our districts to truly represent the people and communities it is very important for our cities and counties to be kept intact. Map C has the least amount of cities and counties being divided making it the most effective in representing the people of Utah.

Option C best captures the spirit of the law and serves the citizens of Utah the best.

only Map C is acceptable; outside $ be damned

This map does not follow guidelines of keeping communities of interest whole and keeping counties whole. Splitting Salt Lake County in 4 districts is what the original maps did, the court said, do over.

Option C, map 235 will serve us best please.

I don’t think a party--the Democrats--should get disproportionate representation in Utah’s Congressional delegation. Therefore, I support Map C because fewer than 14 percent of Utah voters are registered Democrats. Why would this minority get two out of four seats in Utah’s delegation? It makes no sense. Perhaps the real motivation is this: Democrats could gain control of Congress. Stop the power grab by supporting Map C!

Option C is the best option to meet the courts direction. It includes equal population and follows neighborhood boundaries. Salt Lake County needs to be split as it is the largest population center.

I strongly support Option C in Plan 235 for Utah’s redistricting. For too long, the large number of Democratic voters in the county’s urban east has drowned out our conservative voices in places like West Jordan and South Jordan. Splitting Salt Lake County under Option C finally gives our tight-knit, family-oriented communities a fair shot at representation. It creates districts that let our values—hard work, faith, and traditional family life—be heard in the legislature, ensuring our representatives focus on our needs, like safe neighborhoods and affordable living. Option C’s split is fair and practical, dividing the county so both the urban east and our more conservative west have equal say. It avoids lumping us into one big district where our votes get lost. By keeping our western communities together and respecting local city boundaries, it supports our way of life while fostering competitive elections that don’t favor one party. This plan also helps with local issues, like planning roads and schools for our growing suburbs. I urge the Redistricting Committee to choose Option C to give conservative families like mine a voice again!

Map C is the best map. It follows the process required by the judges ruling on Prop 4. Map C ensures ALL of our Congress members represent Utah's urban and rural interests which effect every citizen regardless of where we live. Map C also divides less cities and counties giving us ultimate representation in all our interests and issues. Please support Map C.

I support Option C in Plan 235 for Utah’s redistricting because it smartly splits Salt Lake County to create fair and effective voting districts. Dividing the county ensures that its diverse communities, like the growing west side and established east side, each get a strong voice in the legislature. This approach gives urban areas, such as Salt Lake City, and suburban spots, like South Jordan, tailored representation that matches their unique needs—whether it’s tackling city traffic or planning suburban growth. By splitting the county, Option C balances population sizes across districts, making sure no single area dominates and every voter’s voice counts equally. This split also promotes fairness by creating competitive districts that don’t favor one political party, keeping elections open and honest. Option C respects local boundaries, like city edges and natural features, to keep communities together while meeting Utah’s rules for equal population. It supports economic growth by grouping similar areas for better planning, like linking tech hubs with nearby suburbs. I urge the Redistricting Committee to choose Option C for a fairer, stronger Utah!

As a resident of a rural county, it’s not usually likely to get a congress person elected who isn’t from the more urban parts of my district or state. I think this map balances the needs of rural and the concerns of urban residents. The federal powers are somewhat limited as it is. Many local concerns are to be addressed at a local level. As a state I think this map best represents the needs and concerns of the state as a whole

This is a great option. Salt Lake County's heavy population must be split up and mixed with rural counties. We never want a New York City process where they control the state and the state hates the city.

Because of the population, SL County obviously needs to be split. Map C does this most fairly meets the criteria set forth by the Courts.

This map in my opinion is the best map option as it follows the requirements of prop 4. I believe that it best represents the people of the State of Utah.

Map C appears to fit the best for me for the following reasons; Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods

It appears that map C seems to do the best job of preserving the court's requirements.

Option C is the most representative of the state as a whole. It is the opposite of gerrymandering for political purposes.

This map does not follow the provisions in Prop 4.

Map C Makes the Most Sense.

Plan C will work and doesn't make any major changes and all in all, looks to be the best.

Poorly constructed map and in no way keeps communities and cities together; this is a bad faith attempt to redraw the districts. And in light of the memo that was sent out by Utah's republican party, that seems to be the point. This does not represent Utah voters.

Map C balances the state between rural and urban. Makes the representatives balance the needs of both sections of the state. Other maps give Salt Lake too much power.

I am in full support of Map C which includes, equal population, minimizing municipal county splits, compactness and contiguity, and preserving traditional neighborhoods. Map C is clearly the best option. If we move to other options, people in rural areas will lose their voice. Leaving the areas alone, allow for the best representation.

This map option favors the area with continued cohesive communities. We have different values and opinions that may differ from the rest of the valley area, and I would like to see those values, both financial and social, kept in place to ensure the continued success that we are seeing in our neighborhoods and communities in large.

This map fills the requirements, keeps communities together and has the needed equal population that districts should have. Lets approve and move forward.

Map C is the best, and only option here. It is the only option that respects all of the Court's criteria. It is the only option that reflects and represents the vast majority of Utah's citizenry. It is the only option that adheres to Utah's constitution. I don't know why we are even wasting all this time and money on having to re-draw the districts. They are fine the way they are. People move here from surrounding 'Blue' states because they are so horribly run, and then as soon as those people get here, they start doing everything they can to make Utah as bad as where they came from! Utah has conservative values and should be represented in congress by leaders with those same values. Don't let the small minority and paid activists from other places dictate their illogical and unreasonable will on the majority. Please approve Map C.

Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods

Map C is the only real option here. It is the only option that truly reflects the court's criteria and represents the vast majority of Utah's citizens and voters. How is re-drawing our districts in a way that favors the small minority even fair? It goes against our state constitution. Utah is a conservative state and should be represented by conservative leaders.

Map C is the only option I would support that respects the court's criteria of equal population, minimized municipal and county splits, Compactness and contiguity, and preserves traditional neighborhoods. Minority socialist, corrupt judiciary, Manchurian candidates, Globalist, and Deep State pawns placed by previous administrations should not be given additional opportunity to weaken the Democratic Republic by their influence in the Great State of Utah.

Based on the appearance of the map, this is the most geographically logical of the alternatives. Based on the desire to reflect voters' political preferences (as reflected in voter registrations), no map likely giving 14% of registered voters 50% of the Congressional Delegation can be justified. Map C is clearly the best choice among the maps presented.

The issue we have with the maps are that there are extremely different demographics at play. With the current requirements being pushed by a judge that is heavily influenced by the minority of the population of the state it really reduces options. The three main groups we are dealing with are city, rural, and native. The closest two groups are native and rural when it comes to what their needs are. Those living in the Salt Lake valley have different needs than those outside of the valley. Being lumped into the SLC map as a rural resident means that my voice will never be heard. With the requirement being equal population that places everyone not in a high population area mute. A congressional map needs to look at more than numbers of population to create equal representation. This is the same issue with California and why Northern California wants to separate from Southern California. A fair map would consist of Salt Lake County receiving one representative. The native population receiving one representative. Two representatives to represent the remaining areas. That is the fair way to correctly represent the state. The problem is that a politically swayed individual is trying to give more power to a move in group that does not represent the rest of the state. If it ain't broke don't fix it.

This map will divide the state into similar areas.

If the court finds this also outside some boundaries, we can try again, but this map seems fair enough. People move, new housing is erupting all over, nothing is going to be perfect, or even perpetually correct even if it once was.

Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods

I support MAP C

I prefer and support Map C as I believe it maintains a balanced distribution of population, minimizes city, municipal, and neighborhood splintering, and keeps things as contiguous as possible. It is in keeping with the court's directives.

I support Map C! Republicans have a majority in our state. Representatives and districting maps should represent the citizenry who live here.

Map C is the best choice. Map C meets the requirements for redistricting. It is not the job of the judiciary to determine legislative boundaries. Per the Utah constitution it is the responsibility of the state legislature.

“I support Map C because: Less than 14 percent of Utah voters are registered Democrats. The current push aims to give Democrats 2 out of Utah’s 4 seats in the U.S. Congress. If adopted, the Democrats could gain control of Congress.”

Key points for supporting option C: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods

I prefer map C. It looks good for my area. I'd prefer we don't change what we're doing based on random partisan judges.

Please Choose Option C. Utah is less than 14% Democrat. Republicans are in the majority and have state constitutional rights to create the maps. OPTION C!!!!!!!

Map C contains the worst representation of the population. It does not support the court's criteria of equal population. It does not support minimizing municipal and county splits. It does not have compactness and contiguity. And does not preserve traditional neighborhoods. DO NOT SUPPORT MAP C.

Map C best represents Utah as it has equal population, minimizing municipal and county splits compactness and contiguity, preserving traditional neighborhoods.

I support Map C. It meets the court's criteria well, and I like the mix of urban and rural interests.

Map C is the best choice. I realize this is a political process but equal population and neighborhood aggregation balanced with rural/urban cooperation and support of each other should represent constitutional and Utah interests vs national gerrymandering. The courts and outside money interests should step back and let the legislature do it's role. If the people don't like it they are free to replace their representation. The legislature did their job as outlined in the State of Utah's constitution. Map C meets the requirements for redistricting: (1) Equal population, (2) Minimizing municipal and county splits, (3) Compactness and contiguity, and (4) Preserving traditional neighborhoods. The Judiciary was not given the task to determine the legislative boundaries in the states. The State Legislatures were given that duty.

I support Map C since it respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population, Minimizing municipal and county splits, Compactness and contiguity, and Preserving traditional neighborhoods. Map C is the best option to preserve Utah's representation.

Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population (areas of density, I don’t live like the Avenues) Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity (there’s land here) Preserving traditional neighborhoods My representatives have responded to all of my inquiries, but remember this isn’t about us as individuals. #community

Map C is the only Map I would support to respect the court's criteria which include Equal population, minimizing municipal and county splits, Compactness and contiguity, and Preserve traditional neighborhoods. The minority of Socialist, Corrupt Judiciary, Manchurian Candidates, and Deep State pawns of previous administrations supporting the other redistricting options need to be excised from the Democratic Republic and not supported by the State of Utah.

Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods

I feel that Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods

I do believe that Map C is the best choice of the bunch. Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods Map C is our best chance to preserve Utah's representation.

I support Map C, which best reflects the people of Utah as a whole.

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Map C is the best choice to represent the Utah majority. I dislike the idea of unelected committee, minority rule, and judicial fiat. At least I can vote for new representatives if I am unhappy. Outside money interests are totally unaccountable to me.

Map C is the best choice. I realize this is a political process but equal population and neighborhood aggregation balanced with rural + urban cooperation and support of each other should represent constitutional and Utah interests vs national gerrymandering. The courts and outside money interests should step back and let the legislature do it's role. If the people don't like it they are free to replace their representation. It would be useful to have more opportunity to replace their judges who fail to protect the vulnerable.

Having worked in both urban and rural Utah, I think it's important for our federal representatives to work in and understand both urban and rural issues - this allows them to work collaboratively on issues that indeed affect the entire state and better represent Utah as a whole.

It makes sense that Salt Lake City be mostly or entirely in one district. City people have different problems than suburb people, and should have their own representative. About half of Utah voters are Republican, meaning Half Are Not. In a fair map, there should be two districts where non-Republicans have a chance of winning. The best candidates rise when maps aren't gerrymandered to favor one party or another. https://vote.utah.gov/current-voter-registration-statistics/

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I believe Option C is the best option if redistricting is necessary at this time. It meets the criteria set forth by the court. I fully support this option.

I think map C does the best job of splitting up fairly, since Salt Lake is so large and population dense.

Salt Lake City is NOT a "City-State." Giving a large urban center its own district gives a City the power of a District. Map C fairly distributes representation to the population of the entire State. Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include Equal population, Minimizing municipal and county splits, Compactness and contiguity while preserving traditional neighborhoods. Map C is our best chance to preserve Utah's representation.

Map C is my preference. It's my preference and is balanced appropriately

Map C is preferred because it blends urban and rural interests. It also meets many redistricting criteria about minimizing city and county splits.

I support Map C. It minimizes municipal and County splits as well as preserving traditional neighborhoods.

This option best preserves the party % based on the 2020 Census. It also meets the court's 4 criteria of equal population, preserving traditional neighborhoods, minimizing city and county splits and compactness and continuity. Please choose this map.

I support Map C

Definitely choose this map. Democrats demanding to be packed to gain an outsized share of political power is as much unfair gerrymandering as anything done to any of these maps. Thank you.

Prop 4 is about fairness and transparency, and this map delivers on that promise. The map is clear, compact, and respects city and county boundaries.

I think Map C is the fairest of all.

This is the best map (C) that meets the criteria. I vote FOR this Map!

This is the best mix of constituencies

This one looks decent. SL has to be split up because of it's large population size. They've got the East side and downtown together in one and the west side in another. Good solid lines, continuous districts and it's keeping neighborhoods together well. This is a good map. I like it.

This is a challenge to meet all the requirements and create a fair map, Map C is the best option for meeting all the needs including equal population, minimizing split of municipalities keeping continuity. I appreciate the time that has been taken creating these maps and support Map C.

“Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods”

Map C does not avoid city and county splits BUT they are kept to a bare minimum. As I have looked over the Prop 4 requirements, it is as compliant as is possible with all the criteria.

“Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods”

PLEASE VOTE FOR MAP "C" -- OUR NEW MAP needs to have ALL congressmen taking an interest in the state's MOST critical issues which happen to be rural issues that affect us ALL -- our energy industry, our agriculture & ranching, our mining industries and the horrendous amount of federally controlled lands that tie up our school trust lands and necessitate both income and property taxes for schools.

Map C is the best choice to keep the most neighborhoods together and minimize splitting cities. It has the least outliers and relatively equal population. Although none of the choices are great, this is the best of the options.

Option C is best as it follows the rules voters supported in Prop 4, keeps communities and neighborhoods together. The boundaries are fair and balanced, without giving an unfair advantage to any party and respects city and county boundaries. Most importantly, it reflects the will of the people for fairness in representation.

I like this map, option C the best. It keeps contiguous counties together the most. I see people commenting about Salt Lake County being divided negatively, but the problem is that SLCo is too big to be its own Congressional District, it must be divided. This one keeps Counties grouped together the best without making larger than necessary Congressional districts.

Splitting up downtown SLC does not keep communities together and looks like just a slightly edited version of our current map. A fair map would respect communities by keeping them together and being cognizant of rural/uran divides by keeping urban areas together and rural areas together.

None of the maps are great but this is the best one.

Map C maintains a balanced distribution of population, minimizes city, municipal, and neighborhood splits (you have to have some to balance everything else), and keeps things as compact and contiguous as possible. It is in keeping with the court's directives. Please support map C for redistricting.

This splits SLC into 4, which doesn't make sense and seems against the spirit of prop 4.

Map C is the only proposed map that contains the criteria and legislative boundaries needed to make a fair representation of Utahns. It maintains equal population, and minimizes municipal and county splits, also preserving traditional neighborhoods. It is also relatively simple, compact and contiguous. Honestly, the court shouldn't be involved in redrawing the boundaries anyway.

This whole process is a judicial farce. The Utah Constitution makes clear that redistricting is a legislative function, not that of a court nor of outside citizen groups who do not speak for me. All that being said, of the options given, Map C strikes the right balance for Utah as it keeps communities of interest together, respects county and city boundaries more than other proposals, and creates districts that are compact, fair, and representative. Instead of dividing neighborhoods for political advantage, Map C gives Utahns a clearer voice by ensuring that voters with shared local concerns aren’t split apart. This approach better reflects the principles of accountability and fairness that redistricting is supposed to uphold.

I agree with Map C because it respects the court's criteria by containing the following: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods

This is the only map proposed that contains the criteria and legislative boundaries needed to make a fair representation of all peoples in the state of Utah. We need fairness in our district. If you must make changes instead of leave them as they are, this is the best answer. I voted against prop 4, there was no need for redrawing the boundaries.

SL county needs to be its own district so as to not dilute the rest of Utah that does not value what SLC values. (i.e., draw a circle around SLC as the district). Otherwise, yes, like this map does, it needs to balance it with the rest of Utah. One county should not decide everything for the rest of Utah. As seen across the country, cities contain a large portion of the population, but they shouldn't dictate the representation for everyone else. These large cities also tend to be the worst managed parts of the country (crime, homelessness, drugs, etc.). It only takes having visited SLC over the past decades to see its decline.

I support Map C. It maintains equal populations, keeps municipalities and communities of interest largely intact, keeps neighborhoods together and in a compact unit.

I support Map C.

Please leave the maps alone as they are.

Map C is the best option for fairness to everyone involved. Dividing up the areas in the various districts is never easy, and there will always be someone or some group is opposed to where the dividing lines fall. Map C seems to give the best of all the options by assessing the population and ensuring a good blend/mix of urban and rural. It keeps the district compact and connected without any "panhandle" areas to try to "rig" the area in favor of one party over the other. Map C is the best of all the options.

I'm in favor of Map C. If fulfills the courts requirements and reflects the 14% (or less) of the population that are registered Democrats.

Map C is the map that best meets the criteria for nonpartisan districting. I recommend that the districting committee chooses this one.

Plan Cs the best division of the state because it smooths out the overwhelming effect of the Salt Lake City population sphere.

Plan C seems a fair division given that Salt Lake County is such a heavy population center compared to all of Utah

Map C is the map that best meets the criteria for nonpartisan districting. I recommend that the districting committee chooses this one.

This map is the best option. We shouldn't even have to be making changes. This best represents our state. Preserves traditional neighborhoods. Equal population.

Of the 5 maps + Esamilla/Owens map that was unconstitutionally prescribed, this blends urban and rural best. I believe that some people are making more than one submission to this poll under different names.

Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods

I strongly support Map C. It offers the best apportionment based on: - Equal population - Compactness and contiguity - Preserving traditional neighborhoods

14% registered Democrat??? That should NOT give them two seats!!! Map C will preserve our traditional neighborhoods and give the most fair representation for our state.

Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods Map C is our best chance to preserve Utah's representation.

I support Map C because it represents Utah residents proportionally in representation and the overall state's conservative values.

I support Map C. It looks like the fairest division representing the state in the U.S. Congressional delegation, plus meets the guidelines given for drawing a map.

Democrats only make up 14% of the population and our representation in Washington should mirror that. Map C is the best choice to allow fair and ACTUAL representation.

I think that map C is the closest to what represents the state the best plus meets the guidelines given for drawing the map.

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This is the most fair option available.

I support Map C for Utah congressional district boundaries. No map will ever meet the 4 criteria set forth, but Map C does a reasonable job of meeting them all equally, and therefore best represents the population of Utah. This system is asking us to represent over 3.5 million voices in just 4 representatives. Attempts to group ideological majorities into their own districts is gaming the system and will not be tolerated.

Looks like a fair map. I support it!

This is by far the fairest map out of all proposals.

Map C respects the court’s criteria by ensuring equal population, minimizing municipal and county splits, promoting compactness and contiguity, and preserving traditional neighborhoods. Map C is the best choice to keep Utah one of the best places to live in the nation.

It has always bothered me that certain political entities feel entitled to a map that gives them the best possible chance of winning elections, even if they are unlikely to win otherwise. I prefer a map that makes races more competitive, balances population, minimizes the splitting of counties and cities, is roughly contiguous, and keeps traditional neighborhoods together, regardless of their political affiliations. Map C is the best map for this, and I would therefore prefer that the Legislature accept it.

I vote for and recommend option C.

Map C is the only one that comes close to keeping representation of the population. The other options gerrymander to create results that don't meet actual representation, but instead create overrepresentation of minority beliefs.

Even with the independent redistricting committee, political ideology is encroaching on the process. Map C is the closest representation of our state's political makeup. This option must be approved.

Democrats and an activist Judiciary got us to this point, and I cannot wait for SCOTUS to review the Legislature's argument about what our Constitution states in black and white - the legislature draws the maps. Map C is far from perfect, but it complies with Prop 4 better than any other option. If Democrats want to have a say in redistricting, run better candidates for the legislature. But in a R+21.6 state, there is nothing gained from handing a seat to Democrats until states like NJ, MD, OR, CO, CA, NY, and IL swear off gerrymandering themselves.

I choose plan C. It is the most fair since Democrats only make up 14% of the population of Utah they do not deserve 25 % or more of the vote.

There is no "right" way to district the state of Utah with population so centered along the Wasatch Front so evenly dividing this population center along with rural areas is the best solution. Map C is the best.

This attempted redistricting is nothing more than political maneuvering to give you an unfair advantage less than 20% of the population of Utah is a registered democrat Map C represents the actual people of Utah.

“Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods” Map C is our best chance to preserve Utah's representation. Please act immediately.

I support Map C!! It is the most fair!!

Map C seems to allow a good representation of urban and rural citizens in all parts of the state. Such representation would require the elected officials to take into account the entire state and not just their own personal geographic area.

Map c best represents the citizens of Utah.

I support Map C districting option. It provides the following advantages: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserves traditional neighborhoods

Option C seems to make most sense. The State is a mix of urban and remote. This seems to serve us well.

Reasonable distribution of rural with urban. Reasonable sectioning of cities. Like most of the maps, the populations are relatively equal. These are mostly easily contained in contiguous nature.

Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population, Minimizing municipal and county splits, Compactness and contiguity, Preserving traditional neighborhoods. I am in favor of Map C

Map C is the best choice that respects the court's criteria.

Why are we letting 1 judge who is probably paid by outside sources determine our voting districts. That is not what was intended by the law passed by the people. This is a good map and has my support.

Map C is clear, compact, and respects city and county boundaries, just like Prop 4 requires. The lines are also fair and balanced, not giving one party or candidate an unfair advantage.

Map C is clearly the correct option to take. It follows all guidelines and supports the vast majority of the equalization of the population

Map C seems to beat reflect the court’s criteria to show equal population, minimize municipal and county splits, keep division compact, and peeserve traditional neighborhoods. I only support Map C.

Map C represents the courts criteria: equal population, minimizing municipal and county splits, compactness and contiguity, and preserving traditional neighborhoods Map C is our best chance to preserve Utah's representation.

Map C provides the representation we deserve. Equal Population - Minimizing municipal and County Splits - Compactness and contiguity, preserving traditional neighborhoods

Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: • Equal population • Minimizing municipal and county splits • Compactness and contiguity • Preserving traditional neighborhoods

Map C. Equal population while minimalizing city/county splits. It helps preserve our neighborhoods.

I like that my representative represents a larger, more diverse population rather than a concentrated, less informed group that may not appreciate the wider issues impacting our state.

Map C encourages the people of Salt Lake County to share ideas with the more rural area of Utah. It avoids the likelihood of the urban area of Salt Lake City to dominate the other areas of the state.

Map C encourages the people of Salt Lake County to share ideas with the more rural area of Utah. It avoids the likelihood of the urban area of Salt Lake City to dominate the other areas of the state.

I don't love this one, and I see some clear ways in which it does not follow the requirements of Prop 4. For example, it divides Salt Lake County into multiple districts in such a way that very different regions and communities and up in the same district; no map will be perfect, but it feels to me that this approach weakens compactness and undermines community representation in a very obvious way. Definitely feels like this map option creates an unnecessary/unreasonable split that fails to keep communities of interest intact.

Rural Utah needs equal representation. Map C gives Equal population representation, Minimizes municipal and county splits, Compactness and contiguity, and Preserves traditional neighborhoods

I want to see district boundaries that do not split communities but allow people living in the same neighborhood to be represented by the same representatives, not to have a different district a block away. This map is convoluted to achieve the opposite result: broken communities and inconsistent representation.

This map is best at represeting Equal population. It also works to overcome the minimizing of municipal and county splits. It is compact and contiguous and preserves traditional neighborhoods. Most of the people who hate Map C don't even live here in Utah and they solely want to gain political power over our state.

Map C is definitely the most logical. It minimizes municipal and county splits, is compact and preserves traditional neighborhoods. For the sake of Utah, please Vote for map C

Map C is the best option considering the criteria like equal population, traditional neighborhoods and minimizing county splits.

In this map, my direct neighbors are represented by different people. The needs of Salt Lake City do not mirror the needs of Blanding, or Wendover. Provo is distinct from Kanab. This map would inevitably result in the needs of communities not being represented in congress because it tries to tie communities with vastly different concerns into the same district. This is a bad map for ensuring our distinct needs throughout the state are all represented in congress.

Map C is the best option considering the criteria like equal population, traditional neighborhoods and minimizing county splits.

Map C is the optimum selection to support the vast majority of Utah citizens and active voters.

Go with Map C. It's balanced, reasonable, has minimal gerrymandering. Keep the Dems away. They do not represent the majority of the state and will only vote in lockstep with the radical left. I've been a Democrat delegate. I was appalled at how much hate they dish out and walked away. I registered as Republican only to make sure they stay out until they return to traditional liberalism.

Map C represents the voters of the State of Utah!

Map C best represents the will of the voters and respects the court’s criteria, which include: • Equal population • Minimizing municipal and county splits • Compactness and contiguity • Preserving traditional neighborhoods

I am in favor of option C

Map C is the only map that truly represents Utah population and political persuasion. Democrats already have representation in the Utah Legislature for state issues.

I support Map C, which respects the court's criteria, including equal populations, minimizing splits of citites and counties, being compact, and preserving neighborhoods as they have always been.

I support Proposition 4. I expect our representatives to uphold what we voted for and using the maps drawn by the Utah Independent Commission UIRC. I think it is disingenuous at best to blame this as Democrat gerrymandering. The irony! I expect both sides to be fair and allow the people to speak with their vote without diluting it. 1234 District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 Comment Added × Your comment has been added to the map. Trying to force us to choose the lesser of the four evils is wrong. Remove the socialist judge and his manhandling attempt to control us in this state

Less than 14 percent of Utah voters are registered Democrats. That means less than 14% of our Congressional representation should be reflected as such. Let's go with Map C.

I like Option C because it accomplishes some good things for Utah. It makes it so that all 4 districts contain considerable Urban and Rural area, so that both constituencies within Utah are represented. I also like that it accomplishes the difficult task of dividing the state population evenly while doing its best to follow natural, city, and neighborhood boundaries.

Option C is by far the best choice. There is no gerrymandering to skew the results.

I strongly support the approval of Plan C for Utah’s congressional districts because it balances fairness, legality, and community representation. 1. Equal Population – Plan C ensures that every district has substantially equal population, upholding the principle of “one person, one vote” and guaranteeing fair representation for Utahns. 2. Minimizing County and Municipal Splits – It reduces unnecessary divisions of cities and counties, keeping communities together and strengthening local voices. 3. Compactness and Contiguity – The districts are logical, connected, and reasonably compact, which makes them easier for voters to understand and trust. 4. Preserving Traditional Neighborhoods – Plan C respects established neighborhoods and communities of interest, maintaining their integrity and shared identity. 5. Protecting Rural Utah’s Representation – Importantly, Plan C safeguards rural voices, ensuring they are not diminished or overshadowed by urban areas. For these reasons, Plan C is both legally defensible and the most fair and transparent option for the people of Utah. It strikes the right balance between compliance with redistricting principles and protecting the unique character of our communities. I urge its adoption.

I am in favor of Map C.

Map C should remain as is. Why would we give the 14 percent of the democrat party 2 of the 4 seats. It keeps things balanced.

Map C is the best option for Utah. It has equal population, minimizes municipal and county splits, compactness and contiguity and preserves traditional neighborhoods. Map C is a clear winner.

I would vote for Map C as the best choice for Utah. This is based on population, area and location. I have been a resident of Weber County for 23 years.

Map C is the best and most correct • Equal population • Minimizing municipal and county splits • Compactness and contiguity • Preserving traditional neighborhoods

I feel that Map C best represents the will of the people of the State of Utah and respects the criteria set forth by the court.

All the options have some issues. In my opinion the Option C map is the best of those available. There is not sufficient time to alter the options available. We need to move forward and plan better for the next round.

Map C is the one that should be considered.

I support this map because it equally and fairly splits into 4 districts containing equal representation. SLC is NOT a City-State and should not have it's own district by itself because it would be a misrepresentation of all of the people there-in. Gerrymandering is not unconstitutional nor against the law and for the Press to falsely claim this is misleading The People. Either way, this map isn't gerrymandering anyway, it's dividing an equal population of people into 4 districts while being as close to maintaining the integral intentions of keeping counties and especially neighborhoods in the self-same districts.

Map C is the only one that should be considered. It respects the court's criteria of equal population, minimizing the split of municipal and county. It also preserves the individual neighborhoods.

Map C is the choice. I have been a Davis County delegate twice, a precinct vice chair and a precinct secretary/treasurer. Based on population, area/location Map C is the best option for Utah.

This is the weakest of the proposed maps. It carves up Salt Lake County, splitting neighborhoods and dragging them into districts that stretch across the state. Rural and urban areas have very different needs, and lumping them together dilutes everyone’s voice instead of giving fair representation. This map ignores the spirit of Prop 4 by maximizing splits and forcing communities with nothing in common into the same districts. It’s not compact, it’s not representative, and it looks like gerrymandering meant to protect political power rather than the people’s interests.

I support MAP C. The Voice of THE PEOPLE must rule. If The People Vote for all Republican Representatives and U.S. Senators, ONLY those Should go to Washington!!

I am in favor of Map C. However, it's time for politicians to have some integrity. I am tired of being played by those who are only out for themselves. Gerrymandering is wrong morally. Shame on those who wish to dis-service the people.

I think option C best reflect my wants and the best representation of the state.

Map C has my vote. I've read the arguments that it unfairly splits counties and neighborhoods. However, the Escamilla and Owens map does the same. With the amount of federal land and our concentrated population, it is inevitable to have some boundary lines that divide neighbors. Also, dividing rural and urban voices should not the highest priority at all. Geographical differences are extremely important and I like Map C's partitions for that. Combining rural dwellings in the North with rural areas in the South is nonsensical when these areas have extremely different needs. Map C is reasonable.

Map C is really the only option that isn't heavily weighted towards one party. Please stop it with the gerrymandering and just do what is right for once.

This is the only option presented to us to comment on which represents the true demographics as they actually exist. As a long-time resident, constituent, voter, tax-payer, we want true representation.

Map C seems to be the best option and respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods

Cameron Lund Map C clearly respects the courts criteria. It balances out population, minimizes municipal and county splits while also preserving traditional neighborhoods. This map also brings in compactness and contiguity. Overall this balances out each district to be able to cover all aspects/struggles that citizens are facing. It brings all of our elected representatives together, as they need to work together to push the combined issues we face in Utah to Congress together to get positive changes for the people of Utah.

Map C is the only map that makes sense. It preserves traditional neighborhoods & meets all the criteria of the court including equal population & minimizes municipal and county splits. Democrats represent only 14% of Utah voters & should not be allowed to hijack our voting districts.

Map C clearly respects the courts criteria. It balances out population, minimizes municipal and county splits while also preserving traditional neighborhoods. This map also brings in compactness and contiguity. Overall this balances out each district to be able to cover all aspects/struggles that citizens are facing. It brings all of our elected representatives together, as they need to work together to push the combined issues we face in Utah to Congress together to get positive changes for the people of Utah.

Map C is my preferred option. The citizens' initiative that passed just says that the legislature that is given the power to set congressional districts in Utah, must document the process and allow public input. They have done this. A democratic judge should not be able to set the congressional districts or even have influence on it beyond his input as a citizen of Utah, clearly political judicial overreach! This also needs to be a nationwide initiative, it is unfair for California, Illinois, New York and other “blue” states to draw their maps to favour democrats. You can make the same argument for those states, X% of them voted for the republican president, and yet little or no representation in a congressional district for neighbourhoods that lean republican. If the citizens of Utah (including the rogue judge) want to have more public control over the drawing of congressional district, then amend the Utah constitution to say so. Referendums are way overused; the judge should have ruled the referendum in violation of the Utah constitution.

Map C better represents the people of the state. It also keeps communities together. Our representatives shouldn't be given trophy seats.

I favor Map C. It respects the court’s criteria, including: Equal population, minimizing municipal and county splits, compactness and contiguity and preserving traditional neighborhoods. It best represents Utah's constituency. Please approve Map option 'C'. Thank you.

Map C respects the court’s criteria

Map C is the best choice, which respects the court’s criteria

Map C meets the courts critera and best represents each area and our state as a whole. It is best to have each representative have some rural and some urban so they don't focus only on one little thing. This gives each of them a view of the variety of our state and different perspectives.

Map C is the only map that works is due to the equal population criteria. the Salt Lake Valley cannot all be in the same district for this reason. It would not have an equal population to the other districts. It’s not rocket science, it’s simple math. If people don’t like the equal population criteria they should seek to legally change the criteria before trying to change the map. Therefore, Map C is the only appropriate map ybased on the criteria.

Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: 1) Equal population, 2) Minimizing municipal and county splits, 3) Compactness and contiguity, 4) Preserving traditional neighborhoods. This map best represents not only each individual area, but the state as a whole. It really is the best option given a corrupt court overexerting their power.

Map C is the best map that represent the entire population of Utah with the ratio of party members. Any other map would truly be unfair to our populist at large.

I feel that Map C reflects an fair representation of population groups. I approve of the court's criteria in respects to the proposed boundaries. I believe that this represents our traditional neighborhoods, balanced and equal populations, similar city and county divisions, and it reflects the density and adjacency well. Thank you.

Map C respects the court’s criteria including, equal population, minimizing municipal and county splits, compactness and contiguity and preserving traditional neighborhoods. I support map C.

I believe that Map C represents a legitimate representation of the culturally cohesive population groups within Utah, each with their own particular interests. It does not weight Salt Lake County unfairly against the more rural populations. It appears to be the one that meets the court's criteria for districting.

I agree. None of the Legislative maps are as fair as the independent committee's. This one is my least favorite of all. They all dilute Salt Lake County. They split counties, cities, and neighborhoods with similar interests. They combine urban and rural areas, which have completely different interests. They do not use natural boundaries. They do not represent fair, proportional and competitive maps and therefore do not meet the needs of the people. Salt Lake County represents the largest population and should therefore be represented as one district, not split up and picked apart.

I believe that Map C is the one that best represents Utah. Lets stick with Map C. Thank You Donna Terry

Everyone should be counted equally. This map seems like a fair representation of the state broken out so each district will have a voice.

Map C appears to be the best choice to most fully align with what the judge ordered: Equal population, Minimizing municipal and county splits, Compactness and contiguity, and Preserving traditional neighborhoods. This should be pretty straight forward for Utah with only 4 congressional seats.

Option C appears to be the best option to me.

It's silly that a judge should unilaterally decide the map we've had for sometime is suddenly unfair. Of the new maps, map C meets the courts criteria the best. Map C has equal population grouping, minimizes municipal and county splits, is contiguous and compact, and preserves traditional neighborhoods. We don't need to play this game the rest of the country is playing.

It's silly that a judge should unilaterally decide the map we've had for sometime is suddenly unfair. Of the new maps, map C meets the courts criteria the best. Map C has equal population grouping, minimizes municipal and county splits, is contiguous and compact, and preserves traditional neighborhoods. We don't need to play this game the rest of the country is playing.

I believe that Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population, minimizing municipal and county splits, compactness and contiguity and preserving traditional neighborhoods.

I believe that Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population, minimizing municipal and county splits, compactness and contiguity and preserving traditional neighborhoods.

Map C along with the population statistics seems the best match to the requirements set before the committee. No idea why a a court has to enforce any criteria. This seems unconstitutional. The legislature has the power to set the boundaries not the courts. Despite that Map C seems to meet the criteria the best with equal population, minimizing split between municipalities and counties, being contiguous, and preserving neighborhoods If the boundary was set down the middle of my street, my neighbor that votes the opposite of me would gain neither advantage, nor disadvantage. He and I will still each have only one vote

Map C is the only map that fulfills the criteria set by the courts showing equal population, minimizing municipal and county splits, compactness and contiguity and preserving traditional neighborhoods.

Map C is the best option. Thank you

Salt Lake City is NOT a "City-State." Giving a large urban center its own district gives a City the power of a District. Map C fairly distributes representation to the population of the entire State.

Map C is the best because it meets the court's criteria of equal population, minimizing municipal and county splits, compactness and preserving neighborhoods.

The reason why Map C is the only map that works is due to the equal population criteria. The Salt Lake Valley/County cannot all be in the same district for this reason. It would not have an equal population to the other districts. It’s not rocket science, it’s simple math. If people don’t like the equal population criteria they should seek to legally change the criteria before trying to change the map. Until then, Map C is the only appropriate map ybased on the criteria.

I think map c would fit the needs of our community, because it gives the population equal opportunities

MAP C is the best map, representing the state properly by voter.

map c represents the true way to send representatives to Washington DC who vote the way our State would vote on any issue.

I believe option C best represents the voter demographics and complies with the direction of the court.

Map C is the only reasonable map that does not tend to over represent democrats. It fulfills the criteria set by the courts.

Map C best supports the will of the people.

Map C is the only fair map. 14% of the state shouldn't be over-represented.

Map C is the only appropriate map to represent and support the True will and political attitude of Utahns.

Map C clearly fulfills the court’s requirements for fairness and keeps Utah’s communities together. Supporting this map is the best way to ensure effective, consistent representation for our state and protect the voice of Utah voters.

Map C is good. You have to split up population centers. Map C does it fairly.

I support Map C because it best respects the court’s criteria of equal population, minimizing municipal and county splits, compactness, and preserving neighborhoods.

I support map c. It meets the guidelines required by the court; equal population, minimal municipal and couny splits, compact and contiguous, and preserves tradional neighborhoods. . Ation

This map seems to follow the county lines the closest keeping county residents in the same district. I think the districts need to represent everyone in the state, not just urban areas, so I like that the districts all have some urban and some rural areas.

Option C is the best and gives the best representation of how Utah really is. The redistricting is an attempt to give democrats over representation in congress.

Please select Map C. It keeps Eastern Utah together as rural counties as well as Southeastern Utah in the same district.

Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include:Equal population, Minimizing municipal and county splits, Compactness and contiguity, Preserving traditional neighborhoods. Choose map C

I support Map C. It respects the court’s criteria. The districts are compact and contiguous. The population is equally represented in each district. It appears that there is minimal splitting of counties and municipalities, while also preserving neighborhoods.

I support Map C. Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods

Map C is the map that I believe really shows the breakdown of Utah without destroying Utah as a whole. You will never get a full concession without more problems and issues far beyond a map.

Map C respects the court’s criteria, which include: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods Map C is our best chance to preserve Utah's representation

I support Map C. Boundaries have to be made somewhere. Some neighborhoods might be split but we are used to that. My next door neighbor is in a different ward than me. No big deal. Map C divides the state while maintaining equal population while minimizing city divisions.

Map C makes the most sense, this gives Utah the best chance to be represented by prevailing interests of it's voters.

Map C is the best option because it accounts for: Equal population Minimizing municipal and county splits Compactness and contiguity Preserving traditional neighborhoods

Map C best supports continuity of municipalities and traditional neighborhoods. Please support Map C

This map is good for having equal populations for each district while having a good mix of rural and city.

The Republican Party emailing everyone to support Map C is a sad attempt to use fear as a motivator. My Democrat neighbors aren't trying to take over the state, they just want to be heard. A supermajority doesn't really help anyone, it just suppresses good dialogue. Choosing this map would make Utah no better than California, just a different color. I urge the Legislature to select a map that makes our state races more competitive, so that parties can win with good candidates and good ideas, not by gerrymandering the map to hold on to power.

Map C is the appropriate Map. Utah is a Republican state. We have voted predominantly Republican in presidential elections for decades. Our State Government is Republican controlled. The map we use should reflect what the population of our state is. Less than 14% of Utah is registered Democrat, but they want 50% of the representation in congress. That is not equal representation.

Map C make more sense than any of the rest of the maps. Choose C.

Please follow Map C and don’t split Utah county any other way. I agree with all those who want Map C.

Map C looks like the best map to me. It reduces county splits and has contiguous, compact districts.

I like Map C as I get frustrated with Salt Lake City and Salt Lake County determining the rules where I live in the Southwest part of the county. This will provide a balance so that federal laws can help offset some of the frustrating policies that filter out to my neighborhood from SLC voters. Map C gives Salt Lake County’s western areas a stronger voice. While Map C still divides the county, it does so less than the current map and preserves more community integrity. Map C provides more moderate competitiveness without extreme partisan swings. I'm more of a moderate. It gives a balanced approach to urban-rural representation while still maintaining legal compliance.

Map C.

I prefer map c. I believe its the best option. Plus a lot of the work through meetings with mayors thought this was not a bad option. Do not understand what the issue is? This was a majority consensus!

A mix of city and county voters in EACH district requires representatives to consider both urban and non-urban issues.