Mark Youngquist
About
Mark Youngquist is a Democrat running for Utah House of Representatives District 63 in the 2026 general election. He previously ran as the Democratic candidate in the 2024 general election for the same district against incumbent Republican Stephen L. Whyte. Youngquist works as Sr. Director of Product at Awardco and is described as a product manager running for state office for the first time.
Where they stand
LGBTQ rights
Opposes legislation that targets LGBTQ people; wants government not to dictate identity or access.
Education
Prioritizes public schools, higher teacher pay, school supplies funding, and student support.
Environment
Supports decisive action on Great Salt Lake, water overuse, and air quality toward sustainability.
Policy focus areas
LGBTQ rights, women’s rights, education, reproductive rights, and environmentalism.
Government ethics
Supports full donor disclosure and financial transparency for elected officials.
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