Utah to Hold Congressional Elections on November 3
Voters will decide the makeup of Utah's four U.S. House seats and its state legislature this November.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Elections
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Utah voters head to the polls on November 3, 2026, to determine the state's representation in the U.S. House of Representatives. This election follows a 2025 court-ordered redrawing of the state's congressional map.
Why it matters
The election is particularly significant as candidates compete for the newly established District 1 seat following the 2025 redistricting process. Residents will also decide all 75 seats in Utah's state House of Representatives.
The U.S. House of Representatives includes 218 Republicans, 214 Democrats, and one Independent as of October 12, 2026. Candidates for federal office must be at least 25 years old and have been U.S. citizens for seven years.
The players
Ben McAdams
He is a former U.S. House representative who previously served as the mayor of Salt Lake County.
Riley Owen
He is a candidate for the District 1 seat and a veteran who served as an intelligence officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve.
Utah Supreme Court
This state judicial body oversaw the legal battle that led to the 2025 redistricting of congressional seats.
The details
Candidates Ben McAdams and Riley Owen are vying for the newly created District 1 seat in the U.S. House. The candidates previously met for a debate at Salt Lake Community College on September 30, 2026, to discuss their platforms.
Timeline
Ben McAdams served as a U.S. House representative from 2019 to 2021.
Utah's congressional districts were redrawn by court order in 2025.
Candidates for District 1 debated on September 30, 2026.
The composition of the U.S. House was recorded on October 12, 2026.
The U.S. House and Utah state elections occur on November 3, 2026.
Political Context
Opponents of the current redistricting process often argue that the court-ordered changes to the 2025 congressional map do not reflect traditional community interests. Advocacy groups have consistently pushed for map designs they claim better balance regional representation in the state.
This election determines who will represent Utah's interests in Washington for the next two years. Residents will also see every state House seat on their ballot, directly impacting local legislative policy and lawmaking.
The takeaway
Voters should review the new congressional district boundaries to understand which candidates appear on their specific ballot. Preparing for the November 3, 2026, election helps ensure informed participation in both federal and state-level contests.
Further reading
For more information on the upcoming races, visit the Utah Elections page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Daily Utah Chronicle.
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