See where Troxel and Cutler stand on housing, schools and the budget. Names follow official Davis County election filings.
Scott Troxel (Democratic), Paul Cutler (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Utah House District 18; Paul Cutler is the sitting member, per the Legislature's official roster (le.utah.gov). Party nominees were chosen at the April conventions and the June 23 primary; unaffiliated candidates qualified by petition. The field is the Lieutenant Governor's 2026 candidate filings list (Election Candidate status). This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
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Scott Troxel is a community advocate who has lived in House District 18 for nearly 20 years and has spent a career in public service and policy, per the campaign site. The campaign site says Troxel has advocated for and had legislation passed that protects Utah children.
Paul Cutler represents Utah House District 18 in Davis County and has served since 2023, per the Utah House of Representatives roster. He holds a Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering from the University of Utah and an MBA from Brigham Young University, per the Utah House of Representatives roster. Cutler works as an engineering director for a technology company and serves on the board of CenterPoint Legacy Theatre, per the Utah House of Representatives roster. No campaign website was found as of September 27, 2026.
Who is running for Utah House District 18 in 2026?
2 candidates are tracked for Utah House District 18 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Scott Troxel and Paul Cutler. Candidate information follows official Davis County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below. See where they stand on housing, schools and the budget.
When is the Utah House District 18 election in Utah?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Utah are on the Utah election hub at theballotbrief.com.
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Candidate roster from official Davis County and state election office filings, last verified October 6, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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