AFP-Utah Endorses Nik Anderson, JR Bird for State House

Feb 24, 2026 by AFP

SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Today, Americans for Prosperity-Utah (AFP-UT) endorsed Nik Anderson (HD-48) and JR Bird (HD-67) for the state House of Representatives and began voter engagement efforts across their districts ahead of the June 23 primary elections.

AFP-UT State Director Kevin Greene released the following statement:

“As Utah families continue to feel the pressure of rising costs, it’s important that our state leaders stay focused on responsible budgeting and policies that help keep Utah affordable and economically strong. Nik Anderson and JR Bird are principled fiscal conservatives and strong advocates for small businesses who understand the importance of spending carefully and reducing unnecessary regulations that can drive up costs for hardworking Utahns.

We’re excited to support these candidates for the state House and look forward to the leadership they’ll bring from day one. By keeping fiscal responsibility front and center, we can ensure Utah remains a top destination for families, entrepreneurs, and job creators for years to come.”

Endorsed candidates

Nik Anderson (HD-48) Anderson is a small business owner who knows just how excessive regulations and taxes can hamper Utah’s entrepreneurs and innovators. His pledge to never vote for tax increases while in office demonstrates the kind of integrity that every elected representative should imitate.

JR Bird (HD-67) Bird is the former mayor of Roosevelt, Utah and an energy industry leader who will help guide Utah’s burgeoning energy industry with innovative policy solutions and smart deregulation. His strong stance on restraining unaccountable bureaucrats will protect Utahns from unfair rulemaking.

These endorsements highlight AFP-UT’s ongoing commitment to supporting principled lawmakers who will fight for policies that expand economic freedom, protect individual liberties, and empower all Utahns to achieve their American Dream.