Pitcher seeks reelection to Utah Senate District 14

State Sen. Stephanie Pitcher is seeking reelection to Utah State Senate District 14 in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election. Pitcher, a Democrat, has held the seat since 2023, according to BallotReady profile data. She is certified for the ballot.

Responses below are drawn from Pitcher's campaign website and BallotReady questionnaire answers. Statements reflect the candidate's own positions unless otherwise noted.

Candidate information

Party: Democratic
Office sought: Utah State Senate, District 14
Education: J.D., University of Utah; master's in public administration, University of Utah (2011)
Current roles: Deputy district attorney; owner, Utah Women's Coalition; state senator (since 2023)

Experience and public service

Pitcher's professional background spans legal advocacy and prosecution, according to BallotReady profile data. She worked as a fair housing advocate at the Disability Law Center and as an immigrants' rights policy advocate at Comunidades Unidas. She also worked at the Legal Aide Society of Utah and served as an associate city prosecutor before joining the state Senate.

On the issues

Housing and cost of living: Pitcher said on her campaign website she is "fighting to make housing more affordable, healthcare more accessible, and innovative childcare solutions that work for Utah families." She said she supports fair wages, strong unions, small businesses and better work-family supports to address everyday affordability.

Education: Pitcher said she opposes school voucher programs. She said she voted against the Utah Fits All voucher program and against HB267, which banned teachers and other public-sector unions from collective bargaining. She said she supports adequate funding, competitive teacher pay, smaller class sizes and mental health supports in schools. She also said she advocates for local control at the school and school district level.

Environment and water: Pitcher said she ran SB176, which would transition the state from gas-powered lawn equipment to electric alternatives. She also said she ran SB208, which would give the Division of Motor Vehicles authority to investigate emissions-inspection evasion and revoke registrations for unresolved address discrepancies. She said the Great Salt Lake needs smart water policy and regional cooperation, adding, "We cannot support massive data centers while our Great Salt Lake runs dry."

Civil rights and criminal justice: Pitcher described herself as an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, gender equality, reproductive freedom, immigrant rights and criminal justice reform. She said criminal justice programs should focus on restitution and rehabilitation rather than excessive jail sentences and fines.

Government reform: Pitcher said she has fought to protect Proposition 4, the citizen's initiative that creates an independent redistricting commission. She said she is committed to defending judicial independence, fair maps, honest elections and the right to citizen-led change.