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Dave Calder
About
Dave Calder is a Democratic candidate for Utah House of Representatives District 11 in the 2026 general election, challenging incumbent Republican Katy Hall. He is a 20-year Air Force veteran and engineering manager who grew up in a military family. The district covers communities in Weber and Davis counties, including areas anchored by Hill Air Force Base.
Where they stand
Affordable Housing
Supports policies for creation of affordable housing for working families.
Healthcare
Supports expanding access to affordable healthcare and addressing cuts to the Affordable Care Act, including Medicaid expansion.
Wages and Prices
Supports eliminating the grocery tax and ensuring living wages.
Fair Elections
Supports protecting fair elections and implementing voter-approved Proposition 4 against gerrymandering.
Women's Health
Supports keeping women's health free from government interference and a woman's right to decide regarding access to healthcare.
LGBTQ Communities
Stands with LGBTQ communities and opposes discrimination based on race, gender, or orientation.
Vote by Mail
Supports protecting vote by mail for accessibility and cost reduction.
Higher Education
Supports protecting Utah's higher education from budget cuts and unscientific mandates.
ICE Activity
Opposes Utah supporting unconstitutional ICE activity and Governor Cox's efforts for an ICE detention center in Utah.
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