The Utah House of Representatives is the lower chamber of the Utah State Legislature, responsible for introducing and voting on state laws, developing the state budget, and representing the interests of Utah’s residents at the state level. Representatives work on a wide range of issues, from education and healthcare to public safety and economic development, addressing both local concerns and broader state priorities.The House consists of 75 Representatives, each elected to a two-year term by voters in their respective districts. The districts are drawn based on population to ensure equal representation, covering various geographic areas throughout the state. To be eligible to serve in the Utah House of Representatives, a candidate must be at least 25 years old, a U.S. citizen, and a resident of Utah for at least three years, including one year in the district they wish to represent, prior to the election.
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Yes, I believe the legislature should have a role in addressing housing in Utah. Addressing economic inequality is a key part of the work I have done in the legislature, and housing is an important part of that. I believe in incentivizing the development of affordable housing programs, specifically through lowering barriers to accessing Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC). Additionally, I would support a bond to provide over $100 million in funding for sustainable affordable housing programs in Utah.
To provide quality education for Utah’s students we must invest in the resources available to them, starting with teachers. I support raising teacher pay as well as supporting other educational staff such as para-educators, bus drivers, and clerical staff. We must provide support to increase retention and job satisfaction. I also support funding school health resources, particularly mental health counselors for students. Placing health clinics in schools, such as the new one at West High will dramatically improve health outcomes for students, particularly those with limited resources and structural disadvantages. For students to succeed they must be given all the tools needed. Cutting funding, resources, and staff does not do that.
Yes, during my time in the legislature, I have repeatedly supported policies that would address gun violence in Utah. Whether through the collection of data for further analysis and policy, or adherence to federal gun laws. I firmly believe gun violence is an issue that needs to be addressed.
The legislature has a responsibility to shift more focus on the environment in Utah, and specifically the risks posed by climate change for Utahns. I believe in financial incentives to build new green-certified and energy-efficient buildings, retrofit older buildings, and overall decrease the contributions buildings in Utah are making to hazardous air quality. Additionally, I support requiring all publicly owned and subsidized properties to become water-friendly. I have fought for policies during my time in the legislature that reflect the needs of our constituents on the environment and climate issues.
Supporting reproductive health is a key issue for me as we are seeing the politicization of individuals' bodily autonomy. I believe in the ability to access reproductive rights and will work towards ensuring privacy in healthcare choices for women. I have run several pieces of legislation seeking to protect women’s reproductive autonomy and will continue to fight for this fundamental right.
Our County Clerks have done amazing work to grow our voter base and make sure that people know how and when to vote. Continuing to support their work and coordinate with them so they can reach out to their communities is crucial. I also believe that in order to encourage participation in voting officials must be willing to meet their constituents at their level, fully engaging with the communities they represent. Accessibility is another crucial part of this. Vote-by-mail has been incredibly beneficial to increase voter turnout. As we are seeing more attacks on it I will continue to fight back to retain accessible and safe options for voters.
encourage home ownership with low interest income appropriate loans not for condos or apartments
voucher, free enterprise free choice education with the State setting standards and enforcement based upon results
also ranking all schools through the state
better back ground checks and red flag laws
end state and local giveaways
something similar to Europe ie France
review and validate the voter roles every 4 years
