Merrill Kunz

Merrill Kunz is a candidate for State House District 48 Primary Election in 2026 in Utah State House District 48, Utah.

Candidate for State House District 48 in UT

Also running: Benyde Walker, Johnathan Brooks, Jake Hunsaker, Nik Anderson.

Merrill Kunz is a Republican candidate who sought election to the Utah State House for District 48 in 2026. Kunz participated in the Republican Party's convention process for the primary election but was listed as "Out in Convention" by the Utah Elections authority, indicating their candidacy did not proceed through that avenue to the primary ballot. Kunz was one of several Republicans vying for the District 48 seat, alongside candidates such as Nik Anderson, Johnathan Brooks, and Jake Hunsaker. The district also saw a Democratic candidate, Benyde Walker.