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Mike Schultz
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Mike Schultz

Republican

About

Mike Schultz is a Republican who has represented Utah House District 12, which includes areas such as Hooper, Roy, and West Haven in Weber County, since January 2015. He has served as Speaker of the Utah House of Representatives since November 2023. A lifelong resident of the area born and raised in Weber County, he owns and operates a family ranch in Croydon, Utah, after previously running small businesses including a home-building company.

Where they stand

Education Has championed increasing funding for Utah students and made Career and Technical Education (CTE) a top priority, supporting grants for school CTE programs.
Water Championed conserving Utah’s water supply and supported agreements for long-term sustainable water resources.
Transportation/Infrastructure Championed investing in transportation infrastructure.
Taxes/Budget Championed balancing the budget and cutting taxes, including multiple years of income tax reductions totaling 11% and a 15% gas tax cut effective July 2026.
Economy/Families Supported measures to lower costs for families, expand Child Tax Credit, make childcare more affordable, and provide relief on fuel prices.
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Coverage

Utah House District 12: Speaker Mike Schultz faces off against challenger Anna Graff

House District 12: Speaker Mike Schultz faces off against challenger Anna Graff Democratic challaenger to Utah’s House speaker wants tigther regulations on industry, including data centers. (Campaign photo; Utah House of Representatives) Anna Graff, left, and Mike Schultz, candidates for the 2026 House District 12 election.

October 12, 2026

Utah House Speaker Disappointed by Audit of JCC Hagen Investigation

Utah House Speaker Mike Schultz expressed extreme disappointment following an audit released Wednesday that criticized the Judicial Conduct Commission's handling of an investigation into former Justice Diana Hagen. The audit found that while the commission generally followed established processes, certain procedures warrant improvement to ensure public confidence.

Salt Lake CityOctober 3, 2026

Rep. Trevor Lee to resign from the Utah House of Representatives

Rep. Trevor Lee notified Speaker Mike Schultz of his resignation from the Utah House of Representatives, effective immediately. “Due to personal circumstances that require my attention, I no longer feel I can give my constituents the time, attention, and service they deserve,” said Rep.

September 29, 2026

Utah Legislative Management Committee Operates Under Republican Leadership

Utah's Legislative Management Committee is currently composed of Republican and Democratic members under the leadership of Rep. Mike Schultz and Sen. J. Stuart Adams. The committee oversees legislative management as the state prepares for upcoming elections.

September 5, 2026

Utah Legislators Weigh Data Center Regulations Amid Great Salt Lake Concerns

Legislative leaders and state officials are evaluating the impact of data center development on Utah's water resources, specifically regarding the Great Salt Lake. While House Speaker Mike Schultz indicated that regulation bills are likely in the upcoming session, the state continues to grapple with long-term preservation strategies for the lake following a landmark report delivered to leaders.

Box Elder CountyAugust 26, 2026

Speaker Schultz Outlines Priorities for 66th Utah Legislature Session

Speaker Mike Schultz delivered opening day remarks for the 66th Legislature, outlining priorities regarding education, land management, housing, and economic independence. He emphasized a commitment to prioritizing Utahns by addressing affordability and local control.

UtahJuly 24, 2026

Utah Legislature and Judiciary Reach Agreement on Proposed Legislation

Senate President J. Stuart Adams and Speaker Mike Schultz announced an agreement between the Utah Legislature and the Judiciary regarding several proposed bills. The agreement addresses various procedural updates intended to improve the functioning of the judicial branch.

July 24, 2026

Utah Elected Leaders Take Unified Action to Restore Stability, Protect Constitutional Order and Safeguard the Voice of the People | Utah Senate

Utah Elected Leaders Take Unified Action to Restore Stability, Protect Constitutional Order and Safeguard the Voice of the People November 25, 2025 President J. Stuart Adams and Speaker Mike Schultz release the following statement regarding the Utah Legislature’s focus to restore

WashingtonJuly 13, 2026

Speaker Mike Schultz 2026 Opening Day Speech | Utah House of Representatives

Speaker Mike Schultz 2026 Opening Day Speech January 20, 2026 More than a century ago, in the late 1800s, early 1900s, Utah faced a problem most people simply accepted as normal. Roads were muddy in the winter, dusty in the summer, and rough year-round. Wagons broke axles. Horses

Brigham CityJuly 10, 2026

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