State House District 53 in Utah State House District 53, Utah

2026 Primary Election

• John Boyd — Entrepreneur in Lehi, UT

  John Boyd is a Marine Corps infantry veteran and tech entrepreneur, married 35 years with seven children raised in Lehi. As a Utah Forward Party candidate for House District 53, he aims to bridge the divide in polarized politics. Boyd advocates for strong families, clean air and water, and robust checks and balances. He believes the two-party system is failing and seeks to rebuild trust through healthy dialogue and evidence-based problem-solving, ensuring representatives reflect Utah County values. He has demonstrated civic engagement by participating in a Stand With Ukraine rally.

• Kay J. Christofferson — Incumbent State Representative in Lehi, UT

  Kay J. Christofferson is an incumbent Utah State Representative, a Republican who has served 14 sessions in the Utah House. He is recognized as a proven fiscal conservative, advocating for tax cuts and efficient government. His policy priorities include securing funding for transportation infrastructure, such as the I-15 rebuild and the Thanksgiving Point intersection, particularly in the Lehi/American Fork area. He also champions education initiatives, pushing for smaller class sizes, higher teacher pay, and adequate classroom supplies. Christofferson emphasizes his role as a responsive voice for his constituents on Capitol Hill, aiming to make government more effective through collaborative efforts.

• Kevin R Slater — Candidate for State House District 53 in UT

  Kevin R Slater is a Democratic candidate seeking a seat in the Utah House of Representatives. He is listed as an election candidate for District 53 in the upcoming 2026 election cycle. Slater has previous experience as a candidate for the State House, having contested District 62 in the 2024 Utah General Election. His current campaign is focused on representing District 53 in the Utah Legislature.