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Utah State Legislature

Proposed law: "That is power protecting itself"

"Utah lawmakers on Wednesday advanced three bills impacting the courts despite objections from legal professionals concerned that legislators are moving rapidly to enact major structural changes that could “weaken” the courts’ independence while pumping millions toward changes the judiciary doesn’t support."

Feb
4
2026
PRESS RELEASE

Calder Files for Utah House District 11 Race

Last week, Dave Calder declared his candidacy for the Utah House of Representatives District 11 at the Weber County Clerk/Auditor Office

Jan
8
2026
PRESS RELEASE

Keep Trump Out of Utah Redistricting

We need a legislature that stands up to Trump.

In Politico: "Trump lashes out at Utah redistricting ruling"

Jan
3
2026
PRESS RELEASE

Dave Calder Announces Run for Utah's House District 11

Washington Terrace resident Dave Calder, Democrat, announced his candidacy for Utah House District 11.

Calder stated "More Utahns want the legislature to implement Democratic values, such as fair congressional redistricting. They deserve a legislature willing to stand up to Donald Trump."

Jan
1
2026
PRESS RELEASE

Calder Points to HB 503 as an Example of a Self-Serving Legislature

"This bill is to protect the rich."

From the Salt Lake Tribune: "A bill backed by Republican lawmakers with financial ties to the health care industry that would have limited medical malpractice payouts has been overhauled after a wave of outcry from families and patients."

Jan
1
2026