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Matthew Durrant
About
Matthew Durrant is a Republican who ran for the Utah House of Representatives District 64 seat in the 2026 election cycle. He is a disability services professional who assists individuals with disabilities including autism and traumatic brain injuries to live independently, managing homes from Springville to Richfield. He holds a bachelor's degree in marriage and family studies from Brigham Young University-Idaho, lives in Salem, Utah with his wife and five children, and has been active in local Republican politics as a precinct chair and delegate.
Where they stand
Family
Strengthen families; encourage marriage and children through housing affordability, education, and improved foster/adoption systems; protect life as sacred.
Growth
Support responsible growth with local zoning control and infrastructure planning while avoiding over-regulation or favoritism.
Water
Preserve water resources, explore recycling, allow rainwater collection, and encourage self-sufficiency like gardening.
Property
Respect property rights with minimal government intervention except for health/safety; oppose foreign or non-citizen purchase of U.S. soil.
Government
Maintain separation of powers; prioritize local control; ensure accountability and constitutional roles.
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