My 2026 Legislative Priorities

Friends and neighbors,

 

As we look ahead to the 2026 General Legislative Session, the Utah House Majority Caucus is leading with common-sense, conservative solutions focused on what matters most to Utah families. We are putting families first by keeping the cost of living low, helping students excel, and strengthening public safety. At the same time, we’re committed to investing in Utah’s long-term strength, making government more accountable and fiscally responsible, and safeguarding the natural resources our communities depend on.

 

Here’s a high-level look at what we’re focused on this session:

Cost of Living
Utah families are feeling the pressure of rising costs. We’re prioritizing tax relief, reining in property taxes, lowering energy and fuel costs, and keeping homeownership within reach so families can build their futures right here at home.

 

Strong Families
Strong families are the foundation of a strong Utah. We’re advancing policies that reduce the cost of raising a family, support parents, and protect children—especially when it comes to online safety, emerging technologies, and school security.

 

Limited Government
Just like Utah households, government must live within its means. We’re focused on cutting wasteful spending, preparing for federal uncertainty, and keeping decision-making closer to the people—not Washington, D.C.

 

Infrastructure
From roads and transit to energy and water, we’re making smart, long-term investments that support growth, reduce congestion statewide, including rural Utah, and keep utility costs low while powering the next generation.

 

Accountability & Transparency
Utahns deserve a government they can trust. We’re working to restore confidence through greater transparency, stronger election integrity, and accountability across all branches of government—so the people’s voice always comes first.

 

Public Safety
Keeping Utah among the safest states in the nation remains a top priority. That includes partnering with cities and counties to address homelessness with compassion and accountability, supporting law enforcement, and ensuring dangerous criminals are held accountable.

 

Education
We’re committed to academic excellence, safer classrooms, expanded career and technical education, and ensuring higher education delivers real value—preparing students for good jobs without unnecessary costs.

 

Water
Water is essential to Utah’s future. We’re investing in reliable infrastructure, expanding conservation, and continuing responsible efforts to protect and restore the Great Salt Lake for generations to come.

These priorities reflect Utah values: hard work, family, faith, freedom, and accountability. If you’d like to explore the full details, including specific policy actions, check out our priorities website

 

The 2026 General Legislative Session begins on January 20, and I would love for you to be part of the process. Your input, ideas, and involvement help shape the decisions we make at the Capitol, and I value hearing directly from you. I encourage you to stay informed, explore our priorities, and engage with us throughout the session—whether in person or online. Working together, we can continue building a strong, prosperous future for Utah families and communities.

 

Thank you for letting me serve you,


Representative Jill Koford
House District 10

 

Honored to Serve You

I’m honored to have been appointed Vice Chair of the Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee. In this role, I’ll be focused on ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent wisely, prioritizing high-value programs that lead to real opportunities for students, and keeping higher education affordable and accountable. Utah’s colleges and technical schools play a critical role in preparing our workforce, and I’m committed to making sure our investments deliver strong returns for students, families, and the state.

Working For You

As we head into the upcoming session, I’m working on several pieces of legislation focused on lowering costs, protecting critical resources, and supporting those who serve our communities. This includes property tax reforms to help seniors and veterans stay in their homes while bringing better balance to the property tax system. I’m also advancing multiple water bills—focused on protecting the Great Salt Lake and improving transparency around large water users like data centers. In education, I’m introducing bills to extend in-state tuition to ROTC members and provide dedicated classroom supply funding for speech therapists, ensuring students and educators have the support they need to succeed.

 

You can follow along with the process and learn more about these bills as they develop at le.utah.gov. I hope to see you at the Capitol this session!

 

I would love to hear from you!

District 10

Representative Jill Koford

jkoford@le.utah.gov

801-300-2532

 

 

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