Utah State House District 53

Current seat holder: Kay Christofferson (R).

Kevin Slater

Kevin Slater (Democratic) is a 2026 general election candidate for the Utah House of Representatives in District 53, covering Utah County. Kevin Slater qualified with the Utah Lieutenant Governor's Elections Office to appear on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot for House District 53.

· Ballotpedia (secondary source)

Campaign site

“I'm Kevin Slater, a geologist and the Democratic candidate for Utah House District 53. I'm running to make it cheaper to live here and easier to get around.” (Campaign website)

Kay Christofferson

Kay Christofferson (Republican) According to Utah Legislature roster records, Kay Christofferson began legislative service in January 1, 2013, works in Civil Engineer, Horrocks Engineers, studied at B.S., Civil Engineering, Brigham Young University.

Campaign site

“Kay Christofferson is working for practical, conservative solutions that strengthen Utah families, grow our economy, invest in our infrastructure and keep Utah moving forward.” (Campaign website)

John Boyd

John Boyd (Utah Forward) is a 2026 general election candidate for the Utah House of Representatives in District 53, covering Utah County. John Boyd qualified with the Utah Lieutenant Governor's Elections Office to appear on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot for House District 53.

· Ballotpedia (secondary source)

Campaign site

“I'm running as an independent-minded Forward Party candidate (District 53 - East Lehi/AF), to bring back innovative and respectful policy dialogue, and reduce 2-party polarization and dysfunction.” (Campaign website)
“Check out my story below, and the policy Hot Takes page above.” (Campaign website)
“The political environment has become too polarized. Join our movement to Bridge the Divide and bring unity back to our state and country.” (Campaign website)

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