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House Rules: Politics and Policy in Utah
Come along as state leaders and lawmakers discuss the issues shaping the Beehive State. Each episode, we ask experts on Utah politics and policy to cover one topic that impacts everyday Utahns. From housing affordability and water policy to education reform, criminal justice, and taxes – we'll help you get smart about everything going on in the Utah Legislature and state government.
Brought to you by the Utah House of Representatives, this is House Rules.
House Rules: Politics and Policy in Utah
Latest Episodes
Utah Extends Maternity Leave and Rethinks Tech in the Classroom
Rep. Ariel Defay sits down with Emily Bell McCormick, president and founder of The Policy Project, to talk through key policies from the 2026 General Session focused on strong families and student success.They discuss expanded maternity ...
From Income Tax Cuts to Gas Relief: Breaking Down Utah’s Latest Tax Changes
Rep. Steve Eliason sits down with Utah State Tax Commissioner John Valentine to discuss the biggest tax changes from the 2026 General Session.They cover income tax cuts, tax policy for families, gas and tobacco tax changes, property tax,...
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How Utah Republicans Worked This Session to Make Family Life More Affordable
Rep. Candice Pierucci sits down with Rep. Karen Peterson to look back at the biggest wins of the 2026 General Session and the work that often gets overlooked. They discuss the House Majority’s focus on affordability, from tax relief and childca...
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Utahns pay more for gas. Here’s the plan to fix it.
In this episode of House Rules, Rep. Cal Roberts breaks down why Utah drivers continue to pay more for gas than neighboring states and what lawmakers are doing about it. Utah refines more fuel than it consumes; yet, prices remain highe...
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Redistricting on a Deadline: Utah Lawmakers Prepare New Maps.
In this episode of House Rules, Rep. Candice Pierucci joins Sen. Scott Sandall to discuss the recent court ruling that struck down Utah’s congressional maps and set a new redistricting process in motion.As the new chairs of the ...