Ofa Matagi

Ofa Matagi is a candidate for State House District 43 Primary Election in 2026 in Utah State House District 43, Utah.

Executive Director of UPIHC: Utah Pacific Islander Health Coalition and Huntsman Cancer Institute Community Advisory Board Member in Sandy, UT

Also running: Steve Eliason.

Ofa Matagi, a first-generation Pacific Islander woman, is a Democratic candidate for the Utah House of Representatives, District 43, in the 2026 election. Born and raised in West Valley, Utah, her background includes extensive work in SSA Law & Estate Planning and civic engagement, driving her commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. Matagi advocates for responsible environmental stewardship, promoting conservation and sustainable practices. She also champions universal healthcare access for all Utahns, regardless of socioeconomic status, motivated by a desire to address the structural inequalities observed in her community.