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Eva Lopez
About
Eva Lopez Chavez, a Democrat, is a former Salt Lake City Council member from District 4 who announced her candidacy for Utah's U.S. House District 1 in the 2026 election. She was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, as the daughter of Mexican immigrants, earned an associate degree from Salt Lake Community College and a bachelor's from the University of Utah, and previously served as executive director and chair of the Salt Lake County Democratic Party. She was eliminated at the Utah Democratic convention and did not advance to the primary.
Where they stand
Housing affordability
Supports treating housing as a human right and creating inclusive communities with options regardless of socioeconomic status.
Environment
Focuses on enhancing air quality, net-zero development, protecting the Great Salt Lake, urban canopy, and combating climate change.
Community connection
Advocates investing in high-frequency transit and infrastructure to connect communities.
Preservation
Supports incentivizing building preservation to maintain affordable housing inventory.
Other
Has been associated with calls to abolish ICE and priorities on affordability and environment.
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