Message from the Chairman:

Over the last couple of months, grassroots Utahns have stepped up to defend a simple but vital principle: the people—not judges or unelected commissions—should decide how our state is governed.
That principle is now on the line.

We are in the final push to place the repeal of Proposition 4 on the ballot so Utah voters—not a single judge—can decide the future of redistricting in our state.

The Utah Constitution is clear. Article IX vests redistricting authority solely in the Legislature, the body directly accountable to the people. Proposition 4 undermined that constitutional order by shifting power away from elected representatives and into the hands of an unelected commission—removing accountability and inviting judicial control.

This repeal is not about partisanship. It is about restoring representative government and reaffirming that major policy decisions belong with voters and the officials they elect—not with unaccountable actors.

The deadline to sign the repeal initiative is February 15, and every signature brings us closer to letting Utahns vote on this question themselves.
If you have not yet signed—or know friends or family who haven’t—please act now.

Find a signing location near you at ufrg.org/calendar and help ensure that Utah’s future is decided by Utahns.

Sincerely,

The redistricting fight is happening right now. Join Utahns for Representative Government in defending our Constitutional Republic!

February 2026 Updates

Party in Action: Recent Wins & Updates

This month, our Party took important steps to strengthen our foundation and move confidently into a critical election year. From national coordination to grassroots organizing, we are focused on building a disciplined, prepared, and united Republican Party ready to uphold Utah’s constitutional principles and deliver results.

A few highlights from this month:

• State Party leadership attended the RNC Winter Meeting in Santa Barbara CA and coordinated with the Republican National Committee
• Successfully hosted our first-quarter State Central Committee meeting
• Continues preparations for the UTGOP 2026 Neighborhood Caucus Night on March 17, 2026
• Worked with county leadership to organize, train, and prepare for caucus operations
• Coordinated with legislative leaders to advance Republican principles during the legislative session
• Engaged with candidate campaigns ahead of our April 25, State Organizing Convention
• Continued working with volunteers to strengthen grassroots engagement statewide
• Partnered with Utahns for Representative Government to collect signatures for the initiative to repeal Proposition 4

Thank you for your continued dedication to this work. Every meeting, training, and conversation helps build a stronger Party and ensures Utah remains guided by representative government, accountable leadership, and engaged citizens.

Signature Gathering: Save Representative Government

Utahns across the state have an opportunity this Saturday to take action and help repeal Prop 4. Signature-gathering events will be held at multiple library locations statewide, with Congressman Burgess Owens, Congressman Mike Kennedy, and Congresswoman Celeste Maloy joining efforts in their respective regions!

Black Desert Resort — 5:30–9:00 PM | With Mike Kennedy & Celeste Maloy
Murray City Library — 9:00–2:00 PM | with Burgess Owens
Herriman Library — 10:15 AM–2:15 PM | with Burgess Owens
Holladay Library — 1:00–6:00 PM | with Burgess Owens & Mike Kennedy
West Jordan Library — 1:00–4:00 PM | with Burgess Owens
St. George Library (Community Room A) — 10:00 AM–5:00 PM | with Celeste Maloy
Alpine Gold Exchange — 10:00 AM–4:00 PM | with Mike Kennedy

More signing locations: UFRG.org/calendar

The Elephant Club’s Legislative Session Newsletter is a weekly explainer published during the legislative session. It focuses on complex bills that benefit from plain-English explanations. Each issue highlights 1 bill, explains what it does, why it was introduced, and provides updates as the bill moves through the process. Content is prepared independently, with sponsor review for accuracy, and is intended to improve understanding for the public.

Upcoming Events

• Elephant Club: February 13, 2026 at 12:00 PM. Featuring House Speaker Mike Schultz
  • Tickets & RSVP
• Utah GOP Neighborhood Caucus Night: March 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM
• Washington County Lincoln Day Dinner: February 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM
• Box Elder County Lincoln Day Luncheon: February 7, 2026 at 1:00 PM
• Cache County Lincoln Day Dinner: February 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM
• Davis County Lincoln Day Dinner: February 21, 2026 at 6:30 PM
• Wasatch County Lincoln Day Breakfast: February 28, 2026 at 8:00 AM
• Juab County Lincoln Day Luncheon: February 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM
• Sevier County Lincoln Day Dinner: March 03, 2026 at 6:00 PM

National Committeewoman Update

I'm proud to report that the Republican National Committee is doing exactly what Republicans expect a national party to do: win elections and defend our Republic.

As a member of the Budget Committee, I’ve worked to ensure our resources are laser-focused on victory—protecting the ballot box, building best-in-class data resources, expanding support for state and county parties, and investing in the next generation of conservative leaders through young Republican organizations. This is how winning coalitions are built.

We closed out 2025 with historic fundraising success. While post-presidential years typically bring a financial slowdown, we shattered expectations—ending the year with nearly $100 million cash on hand as we head into the midterms. The RNC is debt-free, out-raising the Democrats, who were forced to borrow $15 million just to pay their bills. We are also out-raising every other Republican committee. That’s strength. That’s discipline. That’s leadership.

Read the full update here!

Sincerely,
Kim Coleman
RNC National Committeewoman, Utah Republican Party