Summary
Bradley R. Wilson[1] is an American businessman and Republican politician. Wilson is a former member of the Utah House of Representatives, representing District 15, serving as the house's Speaker from 2019 to 2023.[2] On April 13, 2023, he formed an exploratory committee to run for the U.S. Senate in 2024.[3] He announced his run on September 27, 2023.
Brad Wilson | |
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| Speaker of the Utah House of Representatives | |
| In office January 28, 2019 – November 15, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Greg Hughes |
| Succeeded by | Mike Schultz |
| Majority Leader of the Utah House of Representatives | |
| In office January 23, 2017 – January 28, 2019 | |
| Preceded by | James Dunnigan |
| Succeeded by | Francis Gibson |
| Member of the Utah House of Representatives from the 15th district | |
| In office January 1, 2011 – November 15, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Douglas C. Aagard |
| Succeeded by | Ariel Defay |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 29, 1969 |
| Political party | Republican |
| Education | Weber State University (BA) |
| Website | Campaign website |
Personal life and education edit
Wilson earned his BA in business administration from Weber State University.[4]
Wilson is the CEO of Newtown Development, a multi-family residential community developer in Utah. Prior to working for Newtown Development, Wilson was president and CEO of Destination Homes, a residential homebuilder. Prior to working for Destination Homes, Wilson was vice president with American Express Financial Advisors with responsibility for Utah operations.[5]
He lives in Kaysville, Utah, with his wife Jeni and their three children.[4]
Political career edit
Wilson was elected in November 2010, and served as the Speaker of the House.[6] During the 2022 legislative session, he served on the Executive Appropriations Committee, House Legislative Expense Oversight Committee, Legislative Audit Subcommittee, Legislative Management Committee, Subcommittee on Oversight.[7]
Wilson presented a motion in December 2020 to not give Salt Lake City school teachers the Covid-19 bonus of $1500 to prioritize districts that held in-person classes and put pressure on districts that were virtual, specifically, the Salt Lake City district.
In September 2023 Wilson announced that he would resign from the Utah House in November.[8]
Legislation edit
| Bill | Status |
|---|---|
| HB0410 Great Salt Lake Watershed Enhancement | signed by the Governor 3/21/22 |
In the 2022 General Session, Speaker Wilson only sponsored one bill, Great Salt Lake Watershed Enhancement. This bill had a $40 million fiscal note. This legislation is to enact the preservation and rescue of the Great Salt Lake. In addition to sponsoring this bill, Speaker Wilson also cosponsored 8 bills during the session.
Elections edit
- 2014 Wilson was unopposed in the Republican convention and faced Democrat Rich Miller in the general election. Wilson won with 5,861 votes (81.4%) to Miller's 1,339 votes (18.6%).[9]
- 2012 Wilson was unopposed for the June 26, 2012 Republican primary[9] and won the November 6, 2012 general election with 11,278 votes (80.9%) against Democratic candidate Gibbs Smith,[10] who had run for the seat in 1996, 2000, and 2002.
- 2010 When District 15 incumbent Republican Representative Douglas C. Aagard left the Legislature and left the seat open, Wilson was one of two candidates from among four chosen by the Republican convention for the June 22, 2010 Republican primary, winning with 1,727 votes (45.2%)[11] and won the November 2, 2010 general election with 7,794 votes (81.2%) against Democratic candidate Sherri Tatton.[12]
References edit
- ^ "Brad Wilson's Biography". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved February 3, 2014.
- ^ "Brad R. Wilson (R)". Salt Lake City, Utah: Utah State Legislature. Retrieved February 3, 2014.
- ^ Bates, Suzanne. "Utah House Speaker Brad Wilson forms committee to explore run for Romney's Senate seat". Deseret News. Deseret News Publishing Company. Retrieved 5 May 2023.
- ^ a b "Brad Wilson Legislative Profile". Salt Lake City, UT: Utah House of Representatives. Retrieved March 31, 2016.
- ^ "Brad Wilson, Meet Brad". Salt Lake City, UT: Brad Wilson. Retrieved April 10, 2014.
- ^ "Meet Speaker Brad Wilson". Utah House of Representatives. Retrieved 2019-09-11.
- ^ "Committees". le.utah.gov. Retrieved 2016-03-31.
- ^ "House Speaker Brad Wilson announces he's resigning from the Utah Legislature". Desert News. Retrieved 2023-11-16.
- ^ a b "2014 General Canvass Reports". Salt Lake City, Utah: Lieutenant Governor of Utah. Retrieved March 30, 2016.
- ^ "2012 General Canvass Report". Salt Lake City, Utah: Lieutenant Governor of Utah. Retrieved February 3, 2014.
- ^ "2010 Primary Election Results". Salt Lake City, Utah: Lieutenant Governor of Utah. Retrieved February 3, 2014.
- ^ "2010 General Election Results". Salt Lake City, Utah: Lieutenant Governor of Utah. Retrieved February 3, 2014.
External links edit
- Official page at the Utah State Legislature
- Campaign site
- Profile at Vote Smart
- Brad R. Wilson at Ballotpedia
- Links to bills sponsored by Rep. Wilson in 2014