Luke Searle

State House District 59 (Multi-County)

Republican

About

Luke Searle is a Republican candidate for Utah House of Representatives District 59, which covers Wasatch County and part of Summit County including areas near Park City. A 30-year-old Heber City resident and father of three, he serves as a Wasatch County Council member (elected 2022 as at-large) and works as a business teacher at Wasatch High School and in the Center for Advanced Professional Studies (CAPS) program. He previously served as assistant Heber City manager and is running as the Republican nominee after winning the June 23, 2026 primary.

Where they stand

Property taxes supports reform and keeping them low, with record of prioritizing low county property taxes.

Family affordability and cost of living focuses decisions on families and addressing pressures making Utah harder to raise a family in.

Local control seeks to mitigate state control on local planning and zoning to allow municipalities and counties to manage their own growth.

Government size supports keeping government small and limited.

Schools supports curricula that prepare students for careers; background as educator and public education supporter.

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Coverage

UDOT Considers Shifting Heber Valley Bypass Route Eastward

The Utah Department of Transportation is evaluating adjustments to the North Fields section of the proposed Heber Valley bypass, including a potential eastward shift toward U.S. 40. The agency is also working with local irrigation companies to mitigate the impact on historic ditches and wetlands.

Park CityJuly 28, 2026

Utah Election News

Summit County Clerk race may be Summit County’s most expensive 2026 election Connor Thomas , 19 hours ago The Republican vying to end Democrats' winning streak has set a fundraising goal of $50,000. Listen • 4:15 Summit County Babalis, Harte advance unopposed to Summit County Council general election Connor Thomas , July 7, 2026 The council made the Democratic primary election results official Tuesday afternoon.

Summit CountyJuly 22, 2026

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