Analysis
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Vexatious requesterAug 5, 2026
Utah's records director just rejected the Lieutenant Governor's attempt to silence four citizens
The office argued four separate people could be declared vexatious as a single combination acting in concert. The director used the bill sponsor's own words to say no, and warned the theory would let agencies punish lawyers for representing clients.
OriginsJul 31, 2026
"I would love to label the Salt Lake Tribune as a vexatious requester"
In 2022, Utah's own press lobby handed the Legislature a phrase. The Legislature made it law the following year. Four House members voted no. The state is now using it against one of them.