Lillian Bowles
Lillian Bowles (Democratic) is a 2026 general election candidate for the Utah House of Representatives in District 49, covering Salt Lake County. Lillian Bowles qualified with the Utah Lieutenant Governor's Elections Office to appear on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot for House District 49.
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“I am especially passionate about public education, family affordability, and responsive government. Education changed what was possible in my own life, and as the mother of a son with disabilities, I know every child needs a strong public school with qualified teachers, appropriate support, and multiple paths to success. I also know how housing, health care, childcare, and caregiving costs can strain a family. I want Utah's growth to create opportunity, not push families out.”
(Ballotpedia) “I look up to people who use their experience to open doors for others, especially women who lead with both courage and compassion. One example is Utah labor leader and public servant Karen Mayne, whose work reflected deep respect for working people, practical problem-solving, and the belief that leadership begins with listening. That is the kind of grounded, relationship-based service I hope to bring to the Legislature.”
(Ballotpedia) “I would like to leave public education stronger, government more responsive, and opportunity more reachable for ordinary families. I hope people will say that I listened, showed up, treated them with dignity, and had the courage to work on difficult problems. The legacy I care about is not a title. It is helping build a community where children can thrive, families can afford to stay, and more people believe their voice matters.”
(Ballotpedia)Candice Pierucci
Candice Pierucci (Republican) According to Utah Legislature roster records, Candice Pierucci began legislative service in Appointed November 5, 2019, works in Adjunct Professor; Research Fellow, studied at B.S., Political Science, emphasis in American government, Utah Valley University; M.A., Public Administration, University of Utah.
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“I think we talk about being a pro-life state, and this is one of those things that we can do to show that, in having this balance of justice and mercy,”
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