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Sheldon Birch
About
Sheldon Birch is a Republican candidate for Utah State House of Representatives District 29, which covers parts of Tooele, Juab, and Millard counties. He is the owner of Birch Family Pharmacy since 2007 and has served as Chair of the Erda City Council and on boards including the Tooele Education Foundation and Tooele Technical College. Birch won the Republican primary on June 23, 2026, with approximately 65% of the vote against Alexis Wheeler.
Where they stand
Healthcare
Supports lowering prescription drug costs through competition and transparency; protecting access to local independent pharmacies; improving access to care in rural communities.
Education and Workforce
Supports strong public education; job growth to keep local businesses healthy; promoting opportunities for teachers and students.
Agriculture
Protect Utah's agricultural heritage and support farming families; preserve working farms while respecting private property rights; keep land use decisions local.
Growth and Local Control
Growth must respect community character; infrastructure planned before development with public input; land use decisions at local level, not state.
Community and Family Values
Keep District 29 affordable for young families; oppose tax increases burdening families and fixed incomes; promote personal responsibility and local involvement.
Law Enforcement
Support law enforcement with training, tools, and resources; foster community partnerships.
Coverage
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