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JR Bird
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JR Bird

Republican

About

JR Bird is a Republican candidate for Utah House of Representatives District 67 in the 2026 election. He is a lifelong resident of rural Utah, specifically Duchesne County, a father of four, business owner who founded Paragon Oilfield Products, and former Mayor of Roosevelt. He won the Republican primary on June 23, 2026, against Yvonne Jensen and is running in the general election against Democrat Carl Adam Ingwell on November 3, 2026.

Where they stand

Fiscal Responsibility Work to ensure tax dollars are spent wisely, keep taxes low, and ensure state government lives within its means.
Public Safety Support law enforcement officers and ensure they have resources to protect communities.
Infrastructure & Economic Opportunity Strategic investment in critical infrastructure like water systems, roads, power, and rail to support local economies, agriculture, and energy production.
Energy & Natural Resources Common-sense energy policies and regulatory reform for oil, gas, coal, and power generation to protect jobs, encourage investment, and support energy independence; believes rural Utah produces energy cleaner, safer, and more responsibly.
Defending Conservative Values Defend Second Amendment rights, pro-life, give local control over public lands, protect religious freedom and free speech.
Agriculture Protect water rights, multi-use of public lands, and eliminate unnecessary regulations for farmers and ranchers.
Education Advocate for school choice and ensure students and teachers have necessary resources.
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