Utah State Students to Vote on USUSA Amendments

Students will vote on October 26 and 27 to redefine student membership and voting rights in the USUSA constitution.

Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Elections

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Should students who are not paying tuition or fees be allowed to vote in student elections?

Utah State University students will cast electronic ballots on October 26 and 27 regarding major amendments to the USUSA Constitution. The proposed legislation aims to clarify membership and voting rights for the student association.

Why it matters

The changes seek to resolve ambiguities in constitutional language that were highlighted during an election recount process in February 2026. These updates also aim to streamline governance by allowing for minor administrative changes without requiring a student-wide vote.

The amendments require a simple majority to take effect and will be decided by an electronic vote on the university portal. The measure passed all three major executive governing bodies prior to being placed on the ballot.

The players

USUSA

The Utah State University Student Association serves as the representative body for students across the university's various campus locations.

Executive Leadership Board

This governing body is responsible for overseeing the administrative and legislative functions of the student association.

The details

The amendments redefine USUSA membership based on tuition and fee payments, resulting in the loss of rights for concurrent enrollment students, employees, and auditors. Additionally, the legislation shifts Hearing Board procedures into bylaws and simplifies requirements for student appointments.

The vote takes place on October 26 and October 27, 2026.
Polls open at 9 a.m. on October 26 and close at 11:59 p.m. on October 27, 2026.

Political Context

These amendments serve as a corrective measure for the USUSA Constitution, which faced scrutiny during the February 2026 election recount. Supporters emphasize that formalizing these rules will reduce the likelihood of future procedural challenges.

Students should verify their eligibility status under the new definitions to determine if they will retain their voting rights in future USUSA cycles. Voters can cast their ballots through the official university portal during the designated two-day window.

The takeaway

Students are encouraged to review the proposed constitutional changes before casting their votes to understand how membership definitions affect their participation. Engaging in this election helps ensure the student government operates with clear and widely accepted bylaws.