Fred Cox
Fred Cox (Republican Party) is running for election to the Utah House of Representatives to represent District 30. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024. He advanced from the Republican primary on June 25, 2024.
Cox (Republican Party) was a member of the Utah House of Representatives, representing District 30. He assumed office on January 1, 2015. He left office in 2017.
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Biography
Cox has served as a State Republican Delegate, an elected member of the State Republican Central Committee representing Salt Lake County, the Salt Lake County Republican House District 32 Chair, and a campaign volunteer and/or consultant for several state and local races starting in 1994. He has been involved in government affairs for both AIA Utah and ChamberWest Regional Chamber of Commerce along with church based community service.[1]
Committee assignments
2015 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, Cox served on the following committees:
| Utah committee assignments, 2015 |
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| • Government Operations |
| • Judiciary |
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Cox served on the following committees:
| Utah committee assignments, 2011 |
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| • Judiciary |
| • Public Utilities and Technology |
Sponsored legislation
The following table lists bills this person sponsored as a legislator, according to BillTrack50 and sorted by action history. Bills are sorted by the date of their last action. The following list may not be comprehensive. To see all bills this legislator sponsored, click on the legislator's name in the title of the table.
Elections
2024
See also: Utah House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Utah House of Representatives District 30
Jake Fitisemanu and Fred Cox are running in the general election for Utah House of Representatives District 30 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | ||
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 | Fred Cox (R)  | |
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Jake Fitisemanu advanced from the Democratic primary for Utah House of Representatives District 30.
Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
Republican primary election
Republican primary for Utah House of Representatives District 30
Fred Cox defeated Dave Parke in the Republican primary for Utah House of Representatives District 30 on June 25, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Fred Cox | 51.9 | 1,569 |
 | Dave Parke | 48.1 | 1,453 | |
| Total votes: 3,022 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Cindy Thompson (R)
Democratic convention
Democratic convention for Utah House of Representatives District 30
Jake Fitisemanu defeated Sophia Hawes-Tingey in the Democratic convention for Utah House of Representatives District 30 on March 30, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Jake Fitisemanu (D) | 84.6 | 22 |
| Sophia Hawes-Tingey (D) | 15.4 | 4 | |
| Total votes: 26 | |||
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Republican convention
Republican convention for Utah House of Representatives District 30
Fred Cox defeated Dave Parke and Cindy Thompson in the Republican convention for Utah House of Representatives District 30 on April 13, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Fred Cox (R) | 56.4 | 22 |
| Dave Parke (R) | 28.2 | 11 | |
| Cindy Thompson (R) | 15.4 | 6 | |
| Total votes: 39 | |||
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Endorsements
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2016
Elections for the Utah House of Representatives took place in 2016. The primary election took place on June 28, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was March 17, 2016.
Frank Bedolla ran unopposed in the Utah House of Representatives District 30 Democratic primary.[2][3]
| Utah House of Representatives District 30, Democratic Primary, 2016 | ||
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| Party | Candidate | |
| Democratic |  Frank Bedolla (unopposed) | |
Mike Winder ran unopposed in the Utah House of Representatives District 30 Republican primary.[2][3]
| Utah House of Representatives District 30, Republican Primary, 2016 | ||
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| Party | Candidate | |
| Republican | Mike Winder (unopposed) | |
2014
Elections for the Utah House of Representatives took place in 2014. A primary election took place on June 24, 2014. The general election was held on November 4, 2014. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was March 20, 2014. Michael D. Lee was unopposed in the Democratic convention. Fred Cox defeated Carbon Lundgren in the Republican convention. Cox defeated Lee in the general election.[4][5]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
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| Republican | Fred C. Cox |
50.4% | 3,076 | |
| Democratic | Michael D. Lee | 49.6% | 3,029 | |
| Total Votes | 6,105 | |||
Endorsements
In 2014, Cox's endorsements included the following:[6]
- Ron Bigelow, former member of the Utah House of Representatives, 1995 to 2010
- Gary R. Herbert, Governor of Utah
- Becky Lockhart, Speaker of the Utah House of Representatives
- Wayne Niederhauser, Utah Senate President
- Dave Hansen, former Utah Republican State Party Chair
- National Federation of Independent Business, NFIB/Utah SAFE Trust
- The Salt Lake County Republican Assembly
- Utah State Lodge Fraternal Order of Police
- National Rifle Association - Political Victory Fund, (NRA)
- Jonathan Johnson, Holladay, UT
2012
Cox ran for election in the 2012 election for Utah House of Representatives District 30. Cox was unopposed in the June 26 Republican primary and was defeated by District 29 incumbent Janice Fisher (D) in the general election, which took place on November 6, 2012.[7]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
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| Democratic | Janice Fisher Incumbent |
51.7% | 5,385 | |
| Republican | Fred Cox Incumbent | 48.3% | 5,029 | |
| Total Votes | 10,414 | |||
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
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ABOUT FRED C. COX
Fred served as a member of the Utah State House of Representatives for 2015 and 2016 representing almost 1/3 of West Valley City residents. He also served in the Utah State House for 2011 and 2012. A Utah native, and a lifelong resident of Salt Lake County, Fred graduated from Highland High School, studied at the University of Utah, graduating from what is now called Salt Lake Community College in Architectural Technology. A licensed Utah Architect, Fred started his own architectural firm in 1996, working and living in West Valley City. Fred and his wife Aleta have lived in West Valley City for over 35 years.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
• Original Sponsor, (of 5), Utah 2019 Tax Referendum • Utah State House of Representatives, January 2015 through December 2016. • Utah State House of Representatives, January 2011 through December 2012
- Your Rights I believe we must stand up and be heard or watch our constitutionally protected rights disappear. As a former member of the State House, I have been heard, standing up to protect your rights. The US Constitution specifically says: "The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people". This is an area that is worth fighting for. We can't continue to let government take over our lives. We can be safe and free.
- Taxes Too often, it seems, government officials seem to forget whose money is being spent. One reason I sponsored the Utah 2019 Tax Referendum was to stop the direction of the legislature that would have made it easy for them to balance the state budget, but it would have been harder for Utahns to balance their budgets.
- A Stable and Growing Economy Utah is among Forbes best fiscally managed States and one of the best for business and careers. Many families are still struggling. We need to continue to improve. The Economy will grow when Government will allow it. In many cases Government is holding business growth back with too many regulations.
A Stable and Growing Economy
Utah is among Forbes best fiscally managed States and one of the best for business and careers. Many families are still struggling. We need to continue to improve. The Economy will grow when Government will allow it. In many cases Government is holding business growth back with too many regulations.
I have read many autobiographies and biographies. Such as a book about Dave Thomas who founded Wendy's. I have also read many other books about religious leaders who come from different backgrounds. Many have learned to serve others.
Read the US Constitution and the Utah Constitution.
The oath of office. "I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support, obey, and defend the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Utah, and that I will discharge the duties of my office with fidelity."
I am willing to listen, study and fight for what is right.
Listening. Having public town hall meetings and working to solve issues constituents have with government.
I already have left one. The state House created an unofficial award / trophy this year for members who read the bills enough to find mistakes. The Fred Cox award. It travels and I don't know who has it currently. More importantly I would like to be remembered as someone that represents their constituents. In 2019 I worked with other grassroots to block a bill from becoming law through a tax referendum petition. I worked this last year on a referendum petition and then an initiative to block changing the flag. We need the legislature to listen to the voters to avoid this.
Landing on the moon. I was not quite 8 years old.
Baked Goods Production
Four Years. Washing and preparing strawberries for pies, misc. cleaning, baked goods production, customer sales.
I like reading biographies to learn from others. I really liked the one about Gordon B. Hinckley.
Michael Vey. It is the last fictional series I have read.
Music from Captain Marvel.
When I was much younger I was the shortest person in my school class. From kindergarten through 10th grade. I know what it feels like to be picked on and don't like the government to be the bully.
As 2 of 3 branches of government they provide checks and balances.
Yes. I have been recognized as someone that reads bills and sees things others may miss.
Yes. A bill needs 38 votes in the House and 15 in the Senate plus the governor to sign. Working with others is important.
John Dougall. He was not afraid to vote no.
I have run for a county office in the past. I have served in the Utah House in the past. I am not running as a stepping stool.
I have sought out ideas from town hall meetings and meetings in constituents in their living rooms. It is always gratifying to solve the concern whether a new law is needed or not.
I have not been good at re-telling jokes. I do much better with off the cuff comments that are funny.
Oversee. Yes. It was abused the last several years with Covid.
If it is not vetoed, fix the bill shifting 811/Blue Stakes liability. The current bill shifted it more on home owners from utilities.
Mostly local voters. Such as:
"Fred Cox has always been a stalwart, diligent defender of West Valley citizens. Whether acting as a Representative, or as a citizen, he keeps his ear to the ground for ways that the community needs to be served. Fred is informed and unwavering in Utah values and the Utah constitution. I was grateful when he was our Representative before, and I am looking forward to Fred being our Representative again."
Esther Olschewski, West Valley City, UT
Judiciary and Government Operations. Infrastructure and General Government Appropriations Subcommittee.
I believe in both. The new filing deadlines hurt accountability. Someone knows if anyone is running against them prior to the session.
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2014
Cox's website highlighted the following campaign themes:[8]
Education Excellence
- Excerpt: "As a taxpayer and architect, I see the money spent on buildings and will continue to advocate for an improved balance between cost savings and quality to the process. We can reduce costs while still maintaining the quality. Teachers often do not have the supplies they need, and in most cases deserve more pay for the critical work they do. Education funding is too complex and enough funding doesn’t make it to the classroom. I will work to bring more money to the classroom. Because of government regulation, teachers are fighting to teach the student. We don't need the anchor of governmental red tape hurting education with oppressive paperwork and a one size fits all approach. I will continue to promote parent and local control of education.."
Clean Air and Water
- Excerpt: "I received an award from Salt Lake Solar Day 2012 for sponsoring 2012 H.B. 262 Building Code Amendments, and continued working to adopt the current IECC (energy code for houses and buildings) during the 2013 session. That bill passed and the current code will be effective July 1, 2014. The amount of energy use and pollution caused by buildings is critical. I also worked for over a year to increase flexibility and ability for property owners to capture and use storm / rain water. At the end of the 2013 session, that bill passed the House, 75 to 0, and was signed by the Governor. We should be good stewards of the land, Extremes on both sides of this issue hurts our ability to live and work in our great state."
Your Rights
- Excerpt: "The US Constitution specifically states: "The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people." The government continues to trample on this and others of our constitutional protected rights. The government powers are not only separated in 3 branches, but between the Federal and the States. This is an area that is worth fighting for Utahns. We can't continue to let government take over of our lives."
A Stable and Growing Economy
- Excerpt: "Utah is the best fiscally managed state. Utah repeats this year as Forbes top 3 Best States for Business and Careers. Many families are still struggling. We need to continue to improve. The Economy will grow when Government will allow it. In many cases Government is holding business growth back through too many regulations."
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2017
In 2017, the Utah State Legislature was in session from January 23 through March 9. There was also a special session on September 20.
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- Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.
2016
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In 2016, the Utah State Legislature was in session from January 25 through March 10.
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2015
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In 2015, the Utah State Legislature was in session from January 26 through March 12.
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The Sutherland Institute Scorecard
The Sutherland Institute, "a conservative public policy think tank" in Utah, releases its Scorecard for Utah State Representatives and Senators once a year. The Score Card gives each legislator a score based on how they voted in the prior legislative term on specific issues which the Sutherland Institute thought were pro-conservative policies.[12]
2012
Fred Cox received a score of 85 percent in the 2012 scorecard.[13]
See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Candidate Utah House of Representatives District 30 |
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Footnotes
- ↑ Campaign Website, "Utah Representative Fred Cox Bio"
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Utah.gov, "2016 Candidate Filings," accessed March 23, 2016
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Utah.gov, "2016 Primary Election Results," accessed August 20, 2016
- ↑ Utah Lieutenant Governor, "2014 Candidate Filings," accessed March 22, 2014
- ↑ Salt Lake Tribune, "Big day for women at Salt Lake Democratic convention," April 12, 2014
- ↑ Fred Cox for Utah, "Endorsements," accessed October 2, 2014
- ↑ Utah Lieutenant Governor, "2012 candidate filings," accessed July 23, 2014
- ↑ fredcox4utah, "Issues," accessed March 27, 2014
- ↑ GrassRoots, "2015 Legislative Report," accessed May 30, 2017
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 Utah Legislative Ratings, "UTAH HOUSE Scorecard - Compiled 2015 Conservative Liberal Index," May 19, 2015
- ↑ GrassRoots, "2015 Legislative Report," accessed May 30, 2017
- ↑ Sutherland Institute, "2012 Legislative Session," accessed March 29, 2014
- ↑ Sutherland Institute, "2012 Sutherland Institute Legislative Scorecard," accessed March 29, 2014
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Janice Fisher (D) |
Utah House of Representatives District 30 2015-2017 |
Succeeded by Mike Winder (R) |
| Preceded by Ron Bigelow (R) |
Utah House of Representatives District 32 2011-2013 |
Succeeded by LaVar Christensen (R) |
