State Senate District 28 in Utah State Senate District 28, Utah

2026 Primary Election

• Evan J Vickers — Incumbent Majority Leader of the Utah Senate in Salt Lake City, UT

  Evan J. Vickers is a Republican politician, pharmacist, and incumbent Majority Leader of the Utah State Senate, representing District 28 since 2013. He previously served in the Utah House of Representatives from 2009 to 2012. A University of Utah alumnus, he is married with five children and was born in Panguitch, Utah. Vickers advocates for a tax and regulation structure conducive to small business growth, increased state control over public lands to boost energy production, and strong immigration enforcement, including E-Verify. He is running for re-election to the State Senate in 2026, having advanced from the Republican primary without opposition, and will face a Democratic challenger in the general election.

• Richard S Robillard — Candidate for State Senate in UT

  Richard S. Robillard is a Democratic candidate seeking election to the Utah State Senate, representing District 28 in the 2026 general election. He secured his spot on the general election ballot without appearing in the Democratic primary or convention, as both were canceled. Robillard is set to face the Republican incumbent, Evan Vickers, in the general election scheduled for November 3, 2026. His declaration of candidacy was filed with Utah Elections through Washington County. The available information primarily focuses on his electoral status, with no details provided regarding his professional background or specific policy positions.