State House District 52 in Utah State House District 52, Utah

2026 Primary Election

• Nicole Melling — Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in Salt Lake City, UT

  Nicole Melling is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) specializing in mental health, bringing over 14 years of experience to her field. Her healthcare career began in 1997 as a home-health aide, leading to her nursing career in 2007 and graduate studies in 2016. She earned multiple nursing degrees from Weber State University and a Bachelor's from BYU. Melling is deeply committed to supporting individuals and families impacted by trauma, a passion that intensified after adopting five children from foster care. She advocates for holistic health, patient empowerment, and also holds certification in addiction treatment. She is running as a Democratic candidate for the Utah State House District 52 in 2026.

• Cory Maloy — Incumbent State House Representative in UT

  Rep. Cory Maloy is an incumbent member of the Utah House of Representatives for District 52, having previously served District 6. He chairs the House Business, Labor, and Commerce Committee. His platform, centered on "Utah Values," emphasizes defending constitutional freedoms, protecting families, and ensuring fiscal discipline. He advocates for lower taxes, reduced regulations, parental rights, pro-life protections, strong law enforcement, and water security. Maloy champions election integrity, public safety, and healthcare access. He is committed to responsible governance and policies that strengthen Utah's economy and community.

• Charlie Tautuaa — Business owner in Lehi, UT

  Charlie Tautuaa is a Republican, U.S. Army veteran, with career experience in law enforcement, as a medical caregiver, and as a business owner. He recently ran for the Utah House of Representatives, District 52, but was defeated in the Republican convention in April 2026. Tautuaa, a former City Council candidate, has also announced a campaign for Lehi Mayor. In his mayoral campaign, he advocates for change, highlighting concerns about the housing crisis, rising cost of living, traffic congestion, environmental degradation, and unchecked growth in his city.