WASHINGTON — The Utah legislature unveiled five map proposals to alter the state’s congressional boundaries before next year’s midterm elections, gi ving Democrats a rare opportunity to chip away at Republicans’ stronghold in the Beehive state.

The maps were released over the weekend to be considered by the state’s redistricting commission, which is scheduled to hold its first meeting on Monday. Lawmakers have until Thursday to advance their final proposal, and the legislature will vote on the lines during a special session in early October.

At least four of the five proposed maps could rearrange congressional districts enough to create a Democratic-leaning seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, creating a competitive race in Utah for the first time in years.

Each of the five

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