🏛️ Structure of Utah State Government
Executive Branch
Led by the Governor (currently Spencer Cox).
Other elected officials: Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, State Treasurer, and State Auditor.
Governor's Office Website
Legislative Branch
Utah State Legislature: Bicameral system with the House of Representatives (75 members) and the Senate (29 members).
Utah House of Representatives Website
Utah State Senate Website
Judicial Branch
Led by the Utah Supreme Court, with the Court of Appeals, District Courts, and Justice Courts.
🗳️ Elections and Voter Information
Utah Lieutenant Governor's Office (Elections Division): Oversees voter registration, election integrity, and candidate filings.
Register to Vote
Elections & Voting Info
Utah Voter Guide: Comprehensive guides for state and local elections.
Voter Guide Portal
📊 Key Political Issues in Utah
Water Resource Management and Conservation
Education Funding and Teacher Pay
Affordable Housing and Urban Growth
Renewable Energy and Air Quality
Public Lands and Outdoor Recreation
Infrastructure Development and Transportation Expansion
🤝 Civic Engagement & Grassroots Activism
League of Women Voters of Utah: Promotes informed and active civic participation.
Utah Clean Energy: Advocates for clean energy and sustainability.
Voices for Utah Children: Focused on social and economic justice for children and families.
📰 Stay Informed
The Salt Lake Tribune: Covers statewide politics and government.
Deseret News: Offers in-depth reporting on Utah politics and issues.
Utah Public Radio (UPR): Provides political analysis and local government coverage.
📚 Educational Resources
Utah State Archives: Provides access to historical and government records.
Utah State Archives Website
BallotPedia Utah: Neutral, fact-checked information on elections and policy.
Ballotpedia Utah
📱 Useful Tools and Apps
Countable: Follow legislation and contact your representatives.
CivicEngage: Portal for community-level civic information.