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Jake Hunsaker
About
Jake Hunsaker is a Republican candidate for Utah State House of Representatives District 48 in the 2026 election. He is a Utah native and businessman with experience at companies including Goldman Sachs, Google, Twitter, and Qualtrics, where he has led large teams. Hunsaker has held various leadership roles in the Salt Lake County and Utah Republican Party, including serving as Chair of the Salt Lake County GOP Convention and on the Utah Republican State Central Committee.
Where they stand
Lower Property Taxes
Supports legislation to require upfront accounting of unfunded mandates' impacts on local property taxes and opposes policies shifting costs to families.
Faster Infrastructure
Advocates rewriting state code to allow and require state agencies to build infrastructure ahead of growth, including roads, water, sewer, schools, and power grids.
Limited Government
Supports limiting the number of bills each lawmaker can sponsor and opposes one-size-fits-all mandates on individuals and local governments; favors term limits.
Growth and Local Control
Supports responsible growth respecting local land-use decisions and private property rights; prioritizes local control and empowering local elected officials.
Affordability and Housing
Prioritizes increasing housing supply, controlling government spending, and transparency on taxes and fees.
Public Safety and Energy
Supports tools for local governments to hire and retain police and fire professionals; backs an all-of-the-above energy approach including nuclear and free market solutions.
Fiscal Responsibility
Supports balanced budgets, building rainy day funds, cutting waste, audits, performance reviews, and sunset provisions.
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