Not a Republican. Not a Democrat.
Emily Buss
Utah State Senate | District 11
Her approach is simple: look at each issue on its merits, listen to the people she represents, and make decisions based on what she believes is right for District 11 rather than automatically following a Republican or Democratic party position.
Emily joined the Utah Senate in December 2025 and is now running to continue representing District 11.
Representing District 11
Representation should start with the people who live here.
Emily does not sit with the Republican or Democratic caucus.
Since taking office, her public voting record includes votes alongside Republicans, votes alongside Democrats, and votes where members of both parties were on the same side.
Her votes are public, and residents can see them for themselves.
Emily’s Plan for District 11 Issues
Roads & Traffic
District 11 includes some of Utah's fastest-growing communities. Transportation infrastructure needs to keep pace with that growth, with greater attention on west-side roads, congestion, and long-term transportation planning.
Water, Energy, & Data Centers
Large-scale development can bring significant demands on water, power, wastewater systems, and public infrastructure. Emily supports greater transparency around those impacts so communities understand the costs and benefits before major decisions are made.
Cost of Living
Housing, transportation, property taxes, childcare, and everyday expenses continue to put pressure on Utah families. Emily's focus is on practical policy that addresses those pressures without creating additional burdens for residents.
Protecting Children
Emily supports stronger accountability and penalties for child sexual abuse and policies that put the safety of children first.
In the Senate
Emily was sworn into the Utah Senate on December 18, 2025. During the 2026 General Session, she sponsored legislation dealing with road funding, high-growth school funding, student transportation, school social workers, school-based food pantries, and legislative innovation. Utah Legislature.
She has also served on Senate committees alongside Republican and Democratic legislators.
A public record residents can see for themselves.
