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Joseph Elison
About
Joseph Elison is a Republican serving as the Utah State Representative for House District 72, which includes parts of Washington County, having assumed office on January 1, 2023. He is a business owner with 30 years of experience, a Washington County resident for 37 years, and has held various community leadership roles including 27 years in ecclesiastical and Boy Scouts of America positions. He received the Friend of the Taxpayer award in 2023 and describes himself as a conservative Republican and defender of the family, U.S. and Utah Constitutions, law enforcement, and the military.
Where they stand
Family
Defends the family (campaign).
Constitution
Defends the U.S. and Utah constitutions (campaign).
Law enforcement
Backs the blue and first responders (campaign).
Military
Supports the military (campaign).
Sports betting
Sponsored a 2026 bill to ban proposition betting.
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