Fred Hayes

State Senate District 1 (Multi-County)

No longer running · Disqualified

About

Fred Hayes is a Republican who filed to run for Utah State Senate District 1 (Multi-County) in the 2026 election. He was eliminated at the Republican convention in April 2026 and later pursued a write-in candidacy, which was disqualified. He maintains a campaign site focused on election integrity research.

Where they stand

Election Integrity Advocates for hand-counted ballots, questions electronic voting systems, signature verification processes, and voter roll accuracy based on his research into anomalies like uncounted ballots and registration irregularities.

Medical Policy Opposes medical mandates and emphasizes informed consent, individual rights, and scrutiny of vaccine safety monitoring.

Education Supports parental authority over children's education, curriculum transparency, and opt-out rights.

Housing & Development Calls for accountability in public-private partnerships and high-density housing funding, opposing Public Infrastructure Districts (PIDs).

Drugs & Public Safety Views fentanyl influx as a national security threat from foreign adversaries and supports state-level responses.

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Coverage

Stage 2 Fire Restrictions Implemented at Fred Hayes State Park

Fred Hayes State Park at Starvation has implemented Stage 2 Fire Restrictions. The restrictions prohibit all open fires, including those in established fire pits and charcoal or pellet grills.

UtahJuly 20, 2026

Stage 2 Fire Restrictions Implemented at Fred Hayes State Park

Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are currently in effect at Fred Hayes State Park at Starvation, prohibiting all open fires of any kind. The restrictions include bans on charcoal grills, pellet grills, and fires within established pits.

UtahJuly 20, 2026

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