The 59th General Session of the Utah Legislature convened Monday, January 24, 2011. Welcome freshman Representatives who took the Oath of Office Monday, Utah welcomed its first female Speaker of House, Becky Lockhart. In her opening remarks, Speaker Lockhart told lawmakers they will debate immigration and health care reform, education, and “address an economy that needs less government, [...]
Opening Remarks: Speaker Rebecca Lockhart Like many University of Utah students, Mattie Hughes was a firebrand. She was outspoken and passionate. She was independent — washing dishes, doing laundry and secretarial jobs to work her own way through school.She majored in Chemistry, and at age 25 launched her career as a doctor. Today, she’d blend [...]
Becky Lockhart Discusses her political viewpoints.
Wondering where you vote? Just visit this link and enter in some information and it will tell you where to vote. So what’s on the ballot? Besides voting for U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives District 3, Governor, County Commission A and B, State Representative (that’s me), School Board, and Judicial Retentions, you will have [...]
Why do they refuse to disclose party affiliation? The campaign is in full swing. Signs are going up and mailers will be arriving soon. I have been thinking a lot lately about the importance of having core principles, both in personal life and political views. In fact, you could say that your core beliefs and [...]
Today I heard on the radio that the ban on texting while driving really wasn’t doing any good. In fact, some data shows that accidents have gone up as people are trying to hide their texting; creating a more complicated distraction. The texting while driving law in Utah was hotly debated. Many felt that the [...]
I attended a legislative conference this summer where both a Republican and Democrat pollster spoke to about 3000 legislators and legislative staff. The Republican pollster talked about how the Republicans would see significant gains at the national level this year. For a Republican, this is good news. The Democrat pollster took a different approach. He [...]
It is a great honor to represent the people of District 64. I am continually impressed by the efforts of my constituents to keep up on the issues and policies that affect their lives. I welcome your comments, opinions, and suggestions. I believe in accountability, and strive to be responsive to the needs and wishes [...]
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