Mike Schultz
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.
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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.
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.
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 proposed legislative changes aimed at improving the functioning of the judicial branch.
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
Utah Legislative Leaders Call for Long-Term Stewardship at 2026 Session Opening
Utah legislative leaders J. Stuart Adams and Mike Schultz opened the 2026 General Session on January 20, emphasizing long-term stewardship over short-term political gains. The session aims to address critical state issues including housing, water, and infrastructure.
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
Utah legislature won’t seek constitutional amendment challenging citizen initiatives
Fox 13 News No constitutional amendment will be run this year seeking to reassert the Utah Legislature's power over citizen ballot initiatives, Republican legislative leaders confirmed to FOX 13 News on Wednesday. “We believe it’s appropriate to allow the litigation to continue through the courts before considering whether any further action is necessary,” House Speaker Mike Schultz, R-Hooper, said in a statement Wednesday.
Speaker Mike Schultz Maintains Focus on Education and Water Conservation
The Utah House of Representatives confirmed that Speaker Mike Schultz will continue leading the chamber, focusing on education funding, water conservation, and infrastructure. The Speaker, who has held the position since November 2023, remains committed to balancing the state budget while implementing tax cuts.
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