U.S. House District 3 in Congressional District 3, Utah

2026 Primary Election

• Kent S. Udell — Retired Professor Emeritus in Moab, UT

  Kent Stewart Udell, a Democratic candidate for U.S. House representing Utah's 3rd Congressional District, advanced from the Democratic convention. An engineer, scientist, and educator, Udell earned mechanical engineering degrees from Utah State and the University of Utah. He spent over two decades at UC Berkeley pioneering groundwater cleanup technologies and teaching ethics, later chairing the Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Utah before retiring as Professor Emeritus in 2023. Udell is driven by concern for the Constitution, public lands, and D.C.'s corruption. His platform, "BREAD & BUTTER, LAND & WATER and RULE OF LAW," advocates for humane immigration reform, public land stewardship, and upholding constitutional rights.

• Cassie Easley — SUU student in Enoch, UT

  Cassie Easley, an Enoch resident and current Southern Utah University student, is a Constitution Party candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in Congressional District 3. As a grandmother who home-schools her children and has lived in Iron County, Utah for nearly two decades, she describes herself as an ordinary person, not a politician. Easley advocates for a constitutional, limited self-government where the people are in charge, emphasizing the Founders' principles. Her key policy positions include returning public lands to state management, combating inflation by curtailing government overspending, and reducing political divisiveness. She believes the government has strayed from its purpose and seeks to restore a government of the people.

• Michael R. Stoddard — Senior Advisor to the VA Deputy Secretary in Washington, UT

  Michael Stoddard, a Libertarian, is running for the U.S. House to represent Utah's 3rd Congressional District in the 2026 general election, having advanced from his party's convention. He previously sought the same seat in 2022. Stoddard retired as a Command Sergeant Major from the U.S. Army in 2019 after 30 years as a Combat Medic and Chief Medical Noncommissioned Officer. He formerly served as National Service Director for the Wounded Warrior Project and is currently a Senior Advisor to the VA Deputy Secretary, continuing his steadfast advocacy for veterans' benefits and care.

• Steven Merrill — Programmer in UT

  Steven Merrill, who also goes by Steve, is a candidate for U.S. House representing Utah's 3rd Congressional District. Born in Ludington, Michigan, he earned an associate degree in 2002 and has a career background as a programmer. Merrill's platform centers on public service, advocating for working families and Utah communities over corporate interests and lobbyists. He emphasizes government accountability, fair representation, and restoring trust in leadership. Merrill is critical of policies that diminish public voice or workers' rights, pledging to reject corporate PAC money. His campaign focuses on ensuring stability, dignity, and opportunity for all Utahns, particularly in rural and working-class areas, by building a government that serves everyday people.

• Tyler Murset — Candidate for U.S. House in UT

  Tyler Murset is a Republican who was born and raised in Utah. He is running for the U.S. House to represent Utah's 3rd Congressional District in the 2026 election, having previously run for District 2 in 2024. Murset campaigns on a platform of direct constituent representation, pledging to vote on every bill exactly as his district votes. To achieve this, he developed "VotingAct," a secure app designed to enable voters to research legislation, discuss with verified neighbors, and cast their vote, which he then promises to mirror. His initiative emphasizes transparency in voting records, campaign finance, and donor relationships. For the 2026 election, he was eliminated in the Republican convention.

• David A. Harris — Retired U.S. Air Force major general in UT

  David A. Harris is a retired U.S. Air Force Major General and combat veteran, serving nearly four decades and leading a $31 billion enterprise. He launched a campaign as a Republican for Utah's 3rd Congressional District, emphasizing proven leadership, constitutional principles, fiscal accountability, and putting people first. Harris stated his motivation stemmed from a belief that Washington needs disciplined leadership and representation rooted in faith and responsibility. He announced the end of his campaign for the 2026 election after being ruled ineligible for the GOP convention due to the party’s one-year registration rule and an inability to gather required signatures.

• Celeste Maloy — Incumbent U.S. Representative for Utah's 2nd congressional district in UT

  Celeste Maloy, a Republican, serves as the U.S. Representative for Utah's 2nd congressional district since 2023. An attorney by background, she previously worked as chief legal counsel to Representative Chris Stewart, deputy county attorney for Washington County, Utah, and as a conservationist. Maloy is running for Utah's 3rd congressional district in 2026 due to mid-cycle redistricting, where she will face Phil Lyman in a primary. Her policy positions include advocating for pro-life values, religious freedom, fiscal responsibility, slowing inflation, defending gun rights, and securing the border. A member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she was re-elected in 2024 after winning a tight primary.

• Phil Lyman — Certified Public Accountant in Blanding, UT

  Phil Lyman is a Republican candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in Utah's 3rd Congressional District in 2026. A certified public accountant from Blanding, Utah, he previously served in the Utah House from 2019 to 2024 and ran for governor in 2024. His platform emphasizes reducing the tax burden on families, supporting parental rights in education, advocating for active management and resource development of public lands, and protecting Second Amendment rights. Lyman campaigns on an anti-establishment message, criticizing federal power, opposing burdensome regulations, and advocating for rural voices and secure borders.