Melissa Ballard

Melissa Ballard is a candidate for State House District 20 Primary Election in 2026 in Utah State House District 20, Utah.

Incumbent State Representative in UT

Also running: Phil Graves, Lew Jeppson.

Melissa Ballard is an incumbent State Representative for Utah's House District 20, first elected in 2018. A Republican born and raised in Davis County, she holds bachelor's and master's degrees in Piano Performance from the University of Utah. She has served as Chair of Higher Education Appropriations and sponsored legislation, including bills to expand educational opportunities for incarcerated individuals and create tax credits for hydrogen vehicles. Endorsements highlight her dedication to public education, ability to work with legislators, and strong representation for her community. She explicitly states she is running in 2026 to continue representing her district.