- Home
-
About
About Leadership Office Staff Governing Docs Past Versions Committees Audit Committee Budget Committee C & B Committee Convention Committee Executive Committee SCC Resolutions Resolution in Support of SJR401 Auxiliaries Elephant Club College Republicans Young Republicans Organizing Conventions 2023 Organizing Convention 2021 Organizing Convention State Delegate FAQ
- 2025 Convention
- Take Action
- Candidates
- Voters
FAQs
Utah Valley University (UVU) UCCU Center
- Saturday, May 17, 2025
- Credentialing Opens: 7:30 a.m.
- Convention Call to Order: 10:30 a.m.
- Booth time: 7:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
At the State Organizing Convention, state delegates elect the leadership of the Utah Republican Party:
- Chair
- Vice Chair
- Secretary
- Treasurer
Delegates may also vote on proposed bylaw changes, resolutions, and constitutional amendments that shape the future of the Party.
- Credentialing and booths open at 7:30 a.m.
- Call to Convention: 10:30 a.m.
A more detailed agenda will be sent out with the official Call to Convention, two weeks before the Convention.
The Convention is primarily for current State Delegates. All delegates and non-delegates (such as press, spouses and guests) must register for security reasons. Registration is free. Non-delegate guests are not guaranteed admittance. If a delegate forgets to RSVP, they may do so while credentialing.
We encourage all delegates to RSVP in advance to facilitate their check in process and ensure they are receiving the most up-to-date information from the party. If a delegate forgets to RSVP, they may do so while they credential. Non-delegate attendees are not guaranteed admittance and must RSVP in advance.
Members of the general public may attend as space allows and if they have RSVP'd in advance. Attendance of non-delegates is not guaranteed and subject to the purpose they state on the registration form. Anyone causing a disruption or violating decorum may be asked to leave.
Volunteers can sign up to help here.
If you were elected as a State Delegate at your local caucus meeting, you should receive official communication from the Party. If you’re unsure, contact your County Republican Party to confirm your status.
Delegates should plan to arrive early. Credentialing opens at 7:30 a.m., and we strongly encourage you not to wait until the last minute. Arriving early will help ensure a smooth check-in process and avoid delays.
Delegates must bring a valid Utah driver's license to complete the credentialing process.
All voting will be conducted using paper ballots this year. Please bring a pen to fill out your ballot.
The delegate who cannot attend the convention must contact their own precinct chair or county party leadership as soon as possible to appoint an alternate. The County Parties must communicate the change to the Convention Credentialing Chair no later than Friday, May 9th at 5pm.
Please follow our UTGOP.org website and social media channels for more information about the convention.
No, the convention is an in-person event without virtual participation. If you are unable to attend, please contact your precinct chair or county party chair and let them know that you’ll need an alternate to vote in your place. All delegate changes must be done by Friday, May 9th at 5pm.
The university has ample, free parking for our event, but arriving early and carpooling is encouraged. Parking Maps (recommended parking on page 2). UTA also has many routes that travel to UVU.
UVU will have concessions open during the convention. To view the available menu, please visit the main convention page. Prices are set by UVU and may be subject to change. Delegates are welcome to bring their own food and drinks, but we ask that you do so reasonably. Please do not bring foods that are loud, smelly or messy.
Yes, ADA services will be available at the convention. You can indicate your need for ADA accommodations here as part of the registration process. If you have any concerns or specific accessibility needs, please contact us at [email protected].
Yes, restrooms and other standard facilities will be available throughout the Utah Valley University UCCU Center during the convention.
Registration is required for all guests this year. If you would like to attend, you must register for a ticket here.
If a delegate forgets to RSVP, they may do so while credentialing. Non-delegate guests are not guaranteed admittance.
There is no formal dress code for the convention, but attendees are encouraged to dress appropriately and respectfully. We recommend comfortable shoes and clothing, as well as layers in case of chilly air conditioning.
The UTGOP.org website will provide links to candidate profiles and contact information. County parties and other groups may also host events locally to connect candidates and delegates. Please watch for communications from candidates who will reach out to you through the email and cell phone that you’ve shared with the party. There will also be booth time before the convention from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. where many candidates will be available to meet with delegates.
Yes, candidates may purchase a booth. Find more information about how to purchase a booth here.
If space allows, other interested individuals and groups will be able to also purchase a booth.
Yes. For details on what is and isn’t allowed, please refer to the 2025 Convention Rules, which will be available on the main convention page when the Call to Convention goes out. A map will be given to candidates showing where they can put up signs at the venue.
The convention will be conducted in accordance with Robert’s Rules of Order. For a detailed breakdown of specific guidelines and procedures, please refer to the 2025 Convention Rules available on the main convention page.
For questions about delegate status or assignments, delegates should contact their county party directly. For all other convention-related inquiries, please email [email protected].
All candidates will receive access to the live state delegate list when filing has closed and at the same time. Filing closes at 5pm MT on April 17th. This delegate list will reflect the most up to date information the party has in real time; county parties will be submitting updates until the credentialing deadline of May 9th, 2025 at 5pm so we encourage candidates to check back frequently. Whether a delegate has RSVP'd for convention will be also available for all candidates.