Sam Barlow

Sam Barlow is a Republican candidate for Utah House of Representatives, District 17, in the 2026 Primary Election. He is motivated by a commitment to maintaining the quality of life in Davis County. Barlow's platform emphasizes several key areas: in education, he advocates for aligning schools with workforce needs, ensuring classroom funding reaches teachers and students, promoting parental involvement, and supporting both career technical education and college preparation. For environment and energy, he focuses on water security and the Great Salt Lake. In housing, he demonstrates an understanding of how zoning, land use, and regulation impact affordability, having worked directly with policies that shape housing outcomes. On infrastructure and transportation, he champions building infrastructure before increasing density, empowering local control, and protecting access to outdoor recreation.