Former Utah House Majority Leader Steps Down, Candidates Line Up for District 51 Seat
Saratoga Springs, UT – On May 9, House Majority Leader Jefferson Moss announced his resignation from the Utah State House of Representatives to accept the position of Executive Director at Governor Cox’s Office of Economic Opportunity (GOEO). This move has triggered a competitive race to fill Moss’s seat representing House District 51, which encompasses Saratoga Springs and parts of West Lehi.
Following the closure of the candidate filing period last week, six individuals have officially declared their intention to run for the position. In the coming days, Utah County Republican delegates will begin the critical task of vetting and interviewing the candidates to select Moss’s replacement.
The candidates vying for the seat include:
- Corey Astill
- Leah Hansen
- Ricardo Felix
- Melissa Ransom Gonzales
- Greg Page
- Jason Putman
Delegates are scheduled to cast their votes at a special convention on Saturday, June 28. The selected candidate will serve the remainder of Moss’s term, making this a pivotal moment for the local Republican Party and constituents in District 51.
As the candidates prepare for the upcoming convention, party delegates and voters alike are eager to hear their platforms and visions for the district’s future. This election not only shapes the political landscape but also influences the direction of economic and community initiatives in the rapidly growing region.
In a time of transition and opportunity, all eyes will be on the special convention, where a new leader will emerge to represent the interests of District 51.
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