State House District 44 in Utah State House District 44, Utah

2026 Primary Election

• Scott Stephenson — Retired in Oak Island, North Carolina

  Scott Stephenson grew up in Bennington, Vermont, and pursued Music Education at Berklee College of Music in Boston. He is now retired and chose to live in Oak Island because of its family feel.

• Jess Birtcher — Certified public accountant in South Jordan, UT

  Jess Birtcher is a Democratic candidate running for the Utah House of Representatives District 44 in 2026. A certified public accountant, he earned a high school diploma from Olympus High School and a graduate degree from Brigham Young University in 1989. Birtcher has lived and worked in the district for over 35 years, expressing a love for running, hiking, reading, cooking, and spending time with family. New to running for office, he aims to listen carefully to all viewpoints and contribute thoughtfully. His campaign priorities include affordability for Utah families, healthcare, and strong education. He advanced from the Democratic convention on April 11, 2026, and his primary was canceled.

• Jordan Teuscher — Incumbent Utah State Representative in South Jordan, UT

  Jordan Teuscher is an incumbent Republican serving Utah House District 44, first elected in 2020. An attorney with degrees from Brigham Young University, he lives in South Jordan with his family. He is running for re-election in the 2026 Primary on a platform of "Defending Freedom, Championing Prosperity." His key policy positions include protecting free speech, religious freedom, and Second Amendment rights. He also advocates for strengthening Utah’s economy, improving education, improving air quality, and promoting responsible housing growth. Teuscher notably sponsored a bill concerning public union collective bargaining and works for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.