I recently had the opportunity to participate in the BYU Political Science Association candidate forum to discuss the most pressing issues facing Utah House District 62. As an economist, my
Convention Speech 2026Convention Speech 2026
Team Philosophy Good morning. I’m genuinely grateful that you are here. In baseball, championships are not won by every player swinging for the fences. They’re won when everyone executes their
HB199 – History and ContextHB199 – History and Context
High-Level Summary HB 199 is the result of a multi-year effort to modernize Utah’s Health Data Authority Act, a framework that has not seen a meaningful update since the 1990s.
2026 Debate Questions (and Answers)2026 Debate Questions (and Answers)
During the debate, we were given one minute to respond. I have included here my responses which have been edited and expanded for clarity. Question from Moderator My Response 3-part
2026 Debate Statements2026 Debate Statements
Opening Statement The Foundation Good evening. It’s a privilege to be here. Considering the challenges in Provo and Springville—from managing growth to protecting our fiscal health—one factor determines effectiveness: results-oriented
Some “Norm”ative FactsSome “Norm”ative Facts
Several people have asked me what I feel like I have accomplished at the State Legislature. For me, that’s a complicated question because so much of what I do involves
My Record for 2026My Record for 2026
The legislative session has come to a close, and after a few days of much-needed sleep, I am ready to report back to you. While far more happened than I
2026 Week Seven Wrap Up2026 Week Seven Wrap Up
Shoutout to My Intern UVU Student Dylan Mervis was my intern this year. The intern program matches talented Utah college students with legislators. They have a variety of tasks and
2026 Week Six Wrap Up2026 Week Six Wrap Up
The Beginning of the End As the 2026 Legislative Session draws to a close, I remain committed to making everyday life more affordable and ensuring government works responsibly and transparently
2026 Week Five Wrap Up2026 Week Five Wrap Up
Week 5 of the legislative session has been another busy one at the Capitol. We have been focused on advancing practical policies that strengthen Utah’s long-term water strategy, support working