This month, my committees and I spent time digging into issues that matter deeply to our communities — from protecting data privacy to strengthening our justice system and improving local infrastructure. If you weren’t able to tune in, you can catch up by reading the meeting highlights here or streaming full recordings at le.utah.gov. The final interim meetings of the year will be held on November 18th and 19th, and I encourage you to join us in person or online as we wrap up this important phase of the legislative process.

Utahns shouldn’t be paying more at the pump than our neighbors — especially when we’re home to five refineries that produce about one and a half times the fuel we use. The Legislature is taking a close look at why prices remain high and exploring solutions to make fuel more affordable for Utah families. Our goal is simple: keep energy reliable and affordable, protect Utah jobs, and ensure the benefits of our strong energy industry stay with the people who live and work here.

Utah PTA has been advocating for children in Utah for 100 years!  It was an honor to be recognized along with other past PTA leaders from South Jordan at a South Jordan City Council meeting.  Thank you to all the PTA members and leaders who do so much to support our children and schools!

This year, the Legislature took major steps to protect the health and safety of Utah’s firefighters. With the passage of H.B. 65, we expanded free cancer screenings and medical coverage for firefighters and funded the new Rocky Mountain Firefighter Cancer Clinic—a first-of-its-kind program that will save lives. Firefighters face significantly higher cancer risks because of their service, and this bill ensures they have access to early detection and specialized care. It also expands the list of cancers presumed to be job-related, helping firefighters and their families receive the benefits they deserve. Utah is proud to stand behind those who stand ready to protect us every day.

This year, the Legislature took bold steps to strengthen Utah’s higher education system through HB265 Higher Education Strategic Reinvestment Plan — a reform that’s already making a real difference. Under this plan, colleges and universities are redirecting resources toward high-demand fields like health care, engineering, artificial intelligence, and technology. These investments ensure that Utah students graduate with the skills our economy needs while keeping higher education affordable and accessible. By aligning academic programs with real-world opportunities, we’re preparing the next generation to thrive — and making sure every taxpayer dollar works harder for Utah’s future.

As we enter this season of gratitude, I want to take a moment to thank you — the people I have the honor of representing. I’m deeply grateful for the trust you place in me to carry our community’s voice to the Capitol and to work every day on the issues that matter most to Utah families. This time of year reminds me how blessed we are to live in a state where neighbors look out for one another, where faith and family come first, and where our freedoms — protected by the Constitution — continue to guide us forward. From my family to yours, I wish you a joyful and restful Thanksgiving surrounded by the people and traditions you love most.