For many legislators supporting Jackie, See this Op-Ed:
http://www.sltrib.com/opinion/3092343-155/op-ed-biskupski-will-fight-for-not
I didn't work with former Rep Becker as a Representative, but did as
an architect. I have worked some with Mayor Becker as an architect and
also a Representative. He has strengths and weaknesses like everyone.
In 2011, I worked with Rep. Jackie Biskupski on the House Judiciary
Committee. When I needed help to kill a bill also sponsored by a
Republican freshman, but which was really being run for our current
Republican AG to further amend our 4th Amendment Rights I had sworn to
defend, Rep. Biskupski was there. She helped this new conservative
legislator kill the bill repeatedly in committee, despite a full court
press by our AG. She won my thanks and my respect. She didn't stop
there. She helped me many times that year. Any contact or help I have
needed since, she has treated me with respect and help, even when we
didn't agree.
While not on
the above list, add Rep. Fred C. Cox as someone that supports Jackie
for Mayor for Salt Lake City. She is deliberate but fair and she will
make a great Mayor.
Rep. Fred C. Cox, former and current member of the Utah House of Representatives.
Showing posts with label Utah House District 32. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Utah House District 32. Show all posts
Sunday, October 25, 2015
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
My Mistake
You have no reason to be sorry for me.
There are a lot of things I could have done differently. I will only describe one.
When I re-budgeted my available funds, based on what was donated, which was more than I expected anyway, I and chose to get some billboards, and a media piece for the SL Tribune - I left enough time and money for a 4th flyer.
I spent about $1500 I hadn't planned on to send out some additional Mitt Romney pieces, (trying to respond to poll info I didn't request), but I was able to get SLCO. GOP to fund or reimburse the campaign for that detour.
That still left me enough for my 4th postcard.
When the 5th flyer was proposed to me, I felt it was the wrong thing to do. It smacked of the negative political consultants and their ilk, the dregs of politics, more dangerous than the most feared and powerful lobbyist. I have seen too many races ruined in years gone past, and this year in Salt Lake and Utah Counties, listening to that "dark side". They will create a problem just to get money for work to solve it. I was lobbied from all sides to run what I believed was a negative piece. I wouldn't budge. That wasn't a mistake. I feel good about that choice. Even if, as some believe, it cost me the race.
I don't blame anyone for promoting the idea.
To try to deal with this new idea, with the possible funding of a 5th postcard, I delayed working on my education piece.
When I had seen Rep. Fisher's, postcard of a child walking down the road, getting left behind on education, I knew I needed to counteract it. It included the multimillion dollar distortion a few groups have funded for many years about the "essential" problem of per pupil spending and the teacher pupil ratio. I was born and went to public schools in this valley. I know a great teacher with the right tools is more important than class size, fancy buildings, or stuff. But the photo of the child walking down the road alone being left behind would sway too many parents and grandparents. It was a game changer.
My mistake wasn't agreeing to send out the modified positive slick postcard with shading and stars My supporters loved it. They told people about it. I do not, however, believe it was the game changer I needed. That was why no one else wanted to fund it.
My mistake was to use the 7000 household campaign money and mailing list for for this slick piece on leadership with stars and Gov. Herbert - and what I had left in the budget for the 2200 household campaign money and mailing list for my education piece. I should have swapped lists and money, but didn't know how. I felt trapped.
I didn't have any personal funds or credit to use. I couldn't fully fund both, and didn't have the campaign funds remaining. I had used them. When I realized I would not get funding for the 5th postcard if it wasn't negative, but it had now been re-designed to be positive and was ready to go, I felt like I had to pay for it.
I did.
I was left with no time to get more funds. I shortened my education piece mailing list to 2200 active most likely to vote for me but hadn't yet. The pretty stars and Herbert piece went to all the active voters that hadn't voted, including those that had seen the left behind child. I knew at the time that was a mistake, but couldn't figure out what other choice I had. I would not choose the dark side.
My game changing education piece, while not as fancy, clear, or well designed, would not get seen by those that needed to see it. Rep. Fisher would remain in their mind as the one to save the children and I would be seen as someone supporting Mitt and being supported by the republican governor.
There are a lot of things I could have done differently. I will only describe one.
When I re-budgeted my available funds, based on what was donated, which was more than I expected anyway, I and chose to get some billboards, and a media piece for the SL Tribune - I left enough time and money for a 4th flyer.
I spent about $1500 I hadn't planned on to send out some additional Mitt Romney pieces, (trying to respond to poll info I didn't request), but I was able to get SLCO. GOP to fund or reimburse the campaign for that detour.
That still left me enough for my 4th postcard.
When the 5th flyer was proposed to me, I felt it was the wrong thing to do. It smacked of the negative political consultants and their ilk, the dregs of politics, more dangerous than the most feared and powerful lobbyist. I have seen too many races ruined in years gone past, and this year in Salt Lake and Utah Counties, listening to that "dark side". They will create a problem just to get money for work to solve it. I was lobbied from all sides to run what I believed was a negative piece. I wouldn't budge. That wasn't a mistake. I feel good about that choice. Even if, as some believe, it cost me the race.
I don't blame anyone for promoting the idea.
To try to deal with this new idea, with the possible funding of a 5th postcard, I delayed working on my education piece.
When I had seen Rep. Fisher's, postcard of a child walking down the road, getting left behind on education, I knew I needed to counteract it. It included the multimillion dollar distortion a few groups have funded for many years about the "essential" problem of per pupil spending and the teacher pupil ratio. I was born and went to public schools in this valley. I know a great teacher with the right tools is more important than class size, fancy buildings, or stuff. But the photo of the child walking down the road alone being left behind would sway too many parents and grandparents. It was a game changer.
My mistake wasn't agreeing to send out the modified positive slick postcard with shading and stars My supporters loved it. They told people about it. I do not, however, believe it was the game changer I needed. That was why no one else wanted to fund it.
My mistake was to use the 7000 household campaign money and mailing list for for this slick piece on leadership with stars and Gov. Herbert - and what I had left in the budget for the 2200 household campaign money and mailing list for my education piece. I should have swapped lists and money, but didn't know how. I felt trapped.
I didn't have any personal funds or credit to use. I couldn't fully fund both, and didn't have the campaign funds remaining. I had used them. When I realized I would not get funding for the 5th postcard if it wasn't negative, but it had now been re-designed to be positive and was ready to go, I felt like I had to pay for it.
I did.
I was left with no time to get more funds. I shortened my education piece mailing list to 2200 active most likely to vote for me but hadn't yet. The pretty stars and Herbert piece went to all the active voters that hadn't voted, including those that had seen the left behind child. I knew at the time that was a mistake, but couldn't figure out what other choice I had. I would not choose the dark side.
My game changing education piece, while not as fancy, clear, or well designed, would not get seen by those that needed to see it. Rep. Fisher would remain in their mind as the one to save the children and I would be seen as someone supporting Mitt and being supported by the republican governor.
I
only ended up needing to help change the mind of about 250 voters of about
9400. That would change the overall difference by 500. I would then win.
I don't know what I will do in the future. I do know if I run again, I won't choose the dark side, and I won't be detoured at the last minute.
I don't know what I will do in the future. I do know if I run again, I won't choose the dark side, and I won't be detoured at the last minute.
I want to thank everyone for all the many hours, help support and ideas. I may not be as "knowledgeable" in politics as some, but I have lived here in this area for almost 25 years and the Salt Lake Valley my whole life. I can choose the good side.
I congratulate Rep. Fisher for sticking to our agreement to stay positive and for apparently and most likely winning. If the number of votes not counted yet but will be released on the 20th ends up being enough to make up the difference, I will gladly serve. That would take a miracle at this point.
Fred C. Cox
Representing House District 32 until the end of the year.
Monday, November 5, 2012
2012 Utah Voter Information Pamphlet
For those that didn't turn in the postcard and can't seem to find it online:
http://elections.utah.gov/Media/Default/VIP/2012%20Voter%20Information%20Pamphlet.pdf
A lot of information is found at:
http://vote.utah.gov/
and in Salt Lake County:
http://clerk.slco.org/
http://elections.utah.gov/Media/Default/VIP/2012%20Voter%20Information%20Pamphlet.pdf
A lot of information is found at:
http://vote.utah.gov/
and in Salt Lake County:
http://clerk.slco.org/
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Utah’s Greatest Resources are its People
Utah’s Greatest Resources are its People
An educated workforce is critical for a prosperous economy
Utah’s teachers are heroes and should be respected for key work they do to help families.
According to the Utah State Office of Education, Utah has the nation’s lowest administrative costs and our schools are rated by the U. S. Chamber of Commerce as providing its citizens a better return on investment than any other state.
I support Governor Herbert’s goals for Education
Sixty-six percent of adult Utahns will have a postsecondary degree or professional certification by 2020.
Ensure our school children achieve reading proficiency by the end of 3rd Grade.
Increase the number of High School students completing post-secondary courses.
Align educational training to meet the workforce demands of the marketplace.
It is crucial that Utah Public Education continue to do amazingly well with the resources we have with great teachers, innovation, and technology.
As a member of the State House last year and this year, I have been standing up to protect and promote Public Education.
I have worked to find and create other funding sources to help support Public Education and have fought to provide funding for student growth, K-3 Reading, and technology.
I am honored to be supported by Utah’s Education First.
Education First is a citizens group 40,000 members strong. Education First supports public officials and candidates for office in Utah who support our state’s economic future by putting education first.
An educated workforce is critical for a prosperous economy
Utah’s teachers are heroes and should be respected for key work they do to help families.
According to the Utah State Office of Education, Utah has the nation’s lowest administrative costs and our schools are rated by the U. S. Chamber of Commerce as providing its citizens a better return on investment than any other state.
I support Governor Herbert’s goals for Education
Sixty-six percent of adult Utahns will have a postsecondary degree or professional certification by 2020.
Ensure our school children achieve reading proficiency by the end of 3rd Grade.
Increase the number of High School students completing post-secondary courses.
Align educational training to meet the workforce demands of the marketplace.
It is crucial that Utah Public Education continue to do amazingly well with the resources we have with great teachers, innovation, and technology.
As a member of the State House last year and this year, I have been standing up to protect and promote Public Education.
I have worked to find and create other funding sources to help support Public Education and have fought to provide funding for student growth, K-3 Reading, and technology.
I am honored to be supported by Utah’s Education First.
Education First is a citizens group 40,000 members strong. Education First supports public officials and candidates for office in Utah who support our state’s economic future by putting education first.
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Two Incumbents Keep the Right One
Obviously, I am the right one because I am not the left one, but that isn't the real important answer. Many voters are just starting to realize they have a choice between two incumbents. One of the reasons I am asking the question is I want them to research and decide for themselves, who is the right incumbent to keep?
I received this response to the question from
Utah State Representative Ronda Menlove:
"You
are the right one because you work harder and you are more committed to
learning about the issues so you can represent your constituents well.
You have formed friendships and alliances that allow you to get things
done. You know how to make a difference!"
Some other statements:
Ron Bigelow, former member of the Utah State House of Representatives.
“As a member of the State Legislature, Fred works hard. He researches issues and bills, has been willing to speak up, and is not afraid to take a stand. Fred ran two bills for neighbors and made sure they passed both the House and Senate and were signed by the Governor.”
Speaker Becky Lockhart:
"Fred Cox is a man of courage. He stands up for what he believes is right for the people of his district."
Gary R. Herbert, Governor of Utah
"I support Representative Fred Cox in his election effort for the new State House District 30. Fred is a strong conservative who will stand up for the principles of limited government and efficient use of taxpayer dollars."
Jim Bennett, Bob Bennett 2010 U.S. Senate Campaign
"I met Fred Cox when he was helping other candidates running for office, including one running against my father. I found Fred to be hardworking and fair. While some in politics leave you feeling you don't want to see them again, Fred was willing to be my friend, even though we were helping candidates running against each other. When I found a national blog article that unfairly blamed my father for something another senator had done, and I found I couldn't immediately post a correction, I called Fred.
Fred made sure that a correction was posted, even though that wouldn't help his candidate. We need civility in government and officials that care more about finding solutions for constituents than partisan bickering. With that, I endorse Fred Cox for State House of Representatives."
Larry Jensen, Utah Republican Grassroots Activist:
"I have admired the tenacity of Representative Fred Cox both in and out of the legislature. He is a very competent legislator who understands the issues that effect Utahns as well as anyone I know. Fred's most admirable trait is that he approaches all people and projects with unwavering honesty."
Kevin Fayles, West Valley City 2009 mayoral candidate:
“As a member of the State Legislature, Fred works hard. He researches issues and bills, has been willing to speak up, and is not afraid to take a stand. Fred ran two bills for neighbors and made sure they passed both the House and Senate and were signed by the Governor.”
Speaker Becky Lockhart:
"Fred Cox is a man of courage. He stands up for what he believes is right for the people of his district."
Gary R. Herbert, Governor of Utah
"I support Representative Fred Cox in his election effort for the new State House District 30. Fred is a strong conservative who will stand up for the principles of limited government and efficient use of taxpayer dollars."
Jim Bennett, Bob Bennett 2010 U.S. Senate Campaign
"I met Fred Cox when he was helping other candidates running for office, including one running against my father. I found Fred to be hardworking and fair. While some in politics leave you feeling you don't want to see them again, Fred was willing to be my friend, even though we were helping candidates running against each other. When I found a national blog article that unfairly blamed my father for something another senator had done, and I found I couldn't immediately post a correction, I called Fred.
Fred made sure that a correction was posted, even though that wouldn't help his candidate. We need civility in government and officials that care more about finding solutions for constituents than partisan bickering. With that, I endorse Fred Cox for State House of Representatives."
Larry Jensen, Utah Republican Grassroots Activist:
"I have admired the tenacity of Representative Fred Cox both in and out of the legislature. He is a very competent legislator who understands the issues that effect Utahns as well as anyone I know. Fred's most admirable trait is that he approaches all people and projects with unwavering honesty."
Kevin Fayles, West Valley City 2009 mayoral candidate:
"Whether Democrat, Republican or Independent, Fred treats all with respect. He cares passionately about making our community a better place and is open to new ideas. He is a thoughtful, caring legislator."
Susan Southwick, Tea Party Patriots, Utah State Coordinator:
"After having had the opportunity to work with Fred Cox on various projects, I am delighted to endorse Fred as he runs as a representative in Utah's Legislative District 30. Fred is one of the most ethical and honest people I know. I also know he works tirelessly on any project he takes on. District 30 will be well served to have Fred C. Cox represent them in the Utah legislature."
Susan Southwick, Tea Party Patriots, Utah State Coordinator:
"After having had the opportunity to work with Fred Cox on various projects, I am delighted to endorse Fred as he runs as a representative in Utah's Legislative District 30. Fred is one of the most ethical and honest people I know. I also know he works tirelessly on any project he takes on. District 30 will be well served to have Fred C. Cox represent them in the Utah legislature."
National Rifle Association - Political Victory Fund, (NRA) Endorsed Candidate
National Federation of Independent Business, NFIB/Utah SAFE Trust, Endorsed Candidate
Candidacy supported by: Education First
Endorsed by:
James Rushton, West Valley City, UT
Kelly Allen, former PTSA Junior High School President, West Valley City, UT
Utah Senator Daniel W. Thatcher, West Valley City, UT
Phil Conder, West Valley City, UT
Jason Chaffetz, U.S. Representative for Utah's 3rd District
Utah Senator Wayne Niederhauser, Sandy, UT
Dave Hansen, former Utah Republican State Party Chair
Deidre Henderson, former Campaign Manager at Jason Chaffetz for Congress
Cherilyn Eagar, Candidate U.S. Congress 2012
Bennion Spencer, Candidate for U.S. Congress 2008
And many, many more...
National Federation of Independent Business, NFIB/Utah SAFE Trust, Endorsed Candidate
Candidacy supported by: Education First
Endorsed by:
James Rushton, West Valley City, UT
Kelly Allen, former PTSA Junior High School President, West Valley City, UT
Utah Senator Daniel W. Thatcher, West Valley City, UT
Phil Conder, West Valley City, UT
Jason Chaffetz, U.S. Representative for Utah's 3rd District
Utah Senator Wayne Niederhauser, Sandy, UT
Dave Hansen, former Utah Republican State Party Chair
Deidre Henderson, former Campaign Manager at Jason Chaffetz for Congress
Cherilyn Eagar, Candidate U.S. Congress 2012
Bennion Spencer, Candidate for U.S. Congress 2008
And many, many more...
Sunday, September 9, 2012
Town Hall Meetings for Fall of 2012
TOWN HALL MEETINGS
Come and Meet Representative Fred Cox, and ask questions at
Hunter Library, 4740 West 4100 South on the following dates and times:
Thursday, September 13, 2012, 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Saturday, September 15, 2012, 12:00pm to 1:30pm
Wednesday, October 3, 2012, 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Tuesday, October 16, 2012, 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Representative Fred Cox new post card and flyer
New Postcard
http://www.fredcox4utah.com/FredCoxFlyer6x9.pdf
New Flyer
http://www.fredcox4utah.com/FredCoxFlyerNotFolded.pdf
Mitt Romney group photo when we endorsed him on June 24, 2011, The Grand America, Salt Lake City, UT
http://www.fredcox4utah.com/MittR.jpg
http://www.fredcox4utah.com/FredCoxFlyer6x9.pdf
New Flyer
http://www.fredcox4utah.com/FredCoxFlyerNotFolded.pdf
Mitt Romney group photo when we endorsed him on June 24, 2011, The Grand America, Salt Lake City, UT
http://www.fredcox4utah.com/MittR.jpg
Friday, August 31, 2012
Utahns for Ethical Government Survey
To the Utahns for Ethical Government (UEG)
Answers to your 3 questions:
1. I am supportive of the current ban for members of the legislature to be contract lobbyists. Is there a proposal I can read? It appears you are just targeting one republican member and some existing democrat members would be exempt. Unless drafted correctly, writing a law for one person is against the Utah Constitution.
2. The past proposals would do nothing to stop individuals from currently working as a paid lobbyist for a single company or leaving the legislature and immediately working as a paid lobbyist for a single company. One of the current teacher's union representatives appears to have done exactly that legally and stepped down and started working as a lobbyist.
Increasing the time from one year to two doesn't solve that. Why change the time from 1 year to 2 when someone can immediately lobby for their new employer whether in the legislature or not?
We have members of the State School Board that seem to be able to be lobbyists. Do we need to change that too?
3. You are describing only one exception (not two) to a very complicated law. I would love to have the law more simple, but again, you seem to be targeting a very narrow situation.
Generally lobbyists can only now pay $10 or less for a meal without disclosure, unless they invite a very specific general group, such as all the Utah Senators, where that invitation was very well known. Modifying what we have may make UVU fill out a bunch of paperwork for inviting the legislature to a ribbon cutting ceremony for their Center of Constitutional Studies. They already have provided a lot of transparency in their current invite.
I hope you find the answers helpful,
Thank you for discarding your past 20 page proposal. Many items were already solved in past years. These are three great questions, but they don't have simple yes or no answers.
Fred C. Cox
Representing House District 32 and running for the new House District 30
_______________________________________________________________________________
TO: Utah Legislative Candidates in the November 2012 Election
FROM: Utahns for Ethical Government (UEG)
RE: Brief survey
We respectfully request your response to the following 3 questions. We are interested in ascertaining which legislative candidates would support key elements of ethics reform that have not yet been adopted by the Utah Legislature. We plan to release the survey responses to thousands of our supporters across the state and to the media. Silence is usually construed by interested persons as a NO answer. We request your response by Friday, August 31st.
1. If you are elected, will you support legislation to prohibit a Utah legislator from simultaneously serving as a paid lobbyist?
YES _______ NO _______
2. If you are elected, will you support legislation to establish a 2-year waiting period before a legislator can become a paid lobbyist after leaving the Legislature?
YES _______ NO _______
3. If you are elected, will you support legislation closing two major loopholes in the 2010 lobbying reform act that (1) allow lobbyists to pay for meals for groups of legislators and (2) require no disclosure of that fact?
YES _______ NO _______
To respond, just hit the reply button, mark your response in the Yes or No blanks, and hit the send button. Thank you for your response.
Sincerely,
Kim Burningham and Dixie Huefner for the UEG Executive Committee
Answers to your 3 questions:
1. I am supportive of the current ban for members of the legislature to be contract lobbyists. Is there a proposal I can read? It appears you are just targeting one republican member and some existing democrat members would be exempt. Unless drafted correctly, writing a law for one person is against the Utah Constitution.
2. The past proposals would do nothing to stop individuals from currently working as a paid lobbyist for a single company or leaving the legislature and immediately working as a paid lobbyist for a single company. One of the current teacher's union representatives appears to have done exactly that legally and stepped down and started working as a lobbyist.
Increasing the time from one year to two doesn't solve that. Why change the time from 1 year to 2 when someone can immediately lobby for their new employer whether in the legislature or not?
We have members of the State School Board that seem to be able to be lobbyists. Do we need to change that too?
3. You are describing only one exception (not two) to a very complicated law. I would love to have the law more simple, but again, you seem to be targeting a very narrow situation.
Generally lobbyists can only now pay $10 or less for a meal without disclosure, unless they invite a very specific general group, such as all the Utah Senators, where that invitation was very well known. Modifying what we have may make UVU fill out a bunch of paperwork for inviting the legislature to a ribbon cutting ceremony for their Center of Constitutional Studies. They already have provided a lot of transparency in their current invite.
I hope you find the answers helpful,
Thank you for discarding your past 20 page proposal. Many items were already solved in past years. These are three great questions, but they don't have simple yes or no answers.
Fred C. Cox
Representing House District 32 and running for the new House District 30
_______________________________________________________________________________
TO: Utah Legislative Candidates in the November 2012 Election
FROM: Utahns for Ethical Government (UEG)
RE: Brief survey
We respectfully request your response to the following 3 questions. We are interested in ascertaining which legislative candidates would support key elements of ethics reform that have not yet been adopted by the Utah Legislature. We plan to release the survey responses to thousands of our supporters across the state and to the media. Silence is usually construed by interested persons as a NO answer. We request your response by Friday, August 31st.
1. If you are elected, will you support legislation to prohibit a Utah legislator from simultaneously serving as a paid lobbyist?
YES _______ NO _______
2. If you are elected, will you support legislation to establish a 2-year waiting period before a legislator can become a paid lobbyist after leaving the Legislature?
YES _______ NO _______
3. If you are elected, will you support legislation closing two major loopholes in the 2010 lobbying reform act that (1) allow lobbyists to pay for meals for groups of legislators and (2) require no disclosure of that fact?
YES _______ NO _______
To respond, just hit the reply button, mark your response in the Yes or No blanks, and hit the send button. Thank you for your response.
Sincerely,
Kim Burningham and Dixie Huefner for the UEG Executive Committee
Thursday, June 14, 2012
There are two incumbents in this race that will face each other in November
Over a year ago, my friend, State House District 32 Representative Ron Bigelow accepted the invitation from Governor Herbert to be the State Budget Director. I was honored to run and was selected to be the nominee and then was appointed by the Governor to fill Rep. Bigelow’s term. I have been honored to represent State House District 32 for 2011 and will continue to work hard doing so for 2012. I just completed my second General Legislative Session.
I believe we need to stand up and be heard, or watch our Constitutional Rights disappear. I have been heard, standing up defending good bills, amending or substituting bills to make them better, or standing up in opposition against bills that I believed should not pass.
For 2013, a new House District 30 will represent much of West Valley City, and during the 2012 General Election it will be determined who will represent this new District 30 beginning in 2013. The New District 30 includes most of District 32, part of 29 and some of 33.
There are two incumbents in this race that will face each other in November. I am one of them and I ask for your support.
If you plan on a donation to my campaign, the deadline for donations for the next filing is Today, June 14th.
https://rally.org/UThouseRepFredCoxCampaign/donate/
Obviously Donations after today would still be appreciated. They can be mailed to Fred C. Cox, Campaign Fund, 4466 Early Duke St., West Valley City, UT 84120-5723
Fred C. Cox, Representing Utah State House District 32 and running to represent the new District 30
http://www.fredcox4utah.com/
I believe we need to stand up and be heard, or watch our Constitutional Rights disappear. I have been heard, standing up defending good bills, amending or substituting bills to make them better, or standing up in opposition against bills that I believed should not pass.
For 2013, a new House District 30 will represent much of West Valley City, and during the 2012 General Election it will be determined who will represent this new District 30 beginning in 2013. The New District 30 includes most of District 32, part of 29 and some of 33.
There are two incumbents in this race that will face each other in November. I am one of them and I ask for your support.
If you plan on a donation to my campaign, the deadline for donations for the next filing is Today, June 14th.
https://rally.org/UThouseRepFredCoxCampaign/donate/
Obviously Donations after today would still be appreciated. They can be mailed to Fred C. Cox, Campaign Fund, 4466 Early Duke St., West Valley City, UT 84120-5723
Fred C. Cox, Representing Utah State House District 32 and running to represent the new District 30
http://www.fredcox4utah.com/
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Update from Representative Fred Cox
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
I was asked recently what happens in the Legislature during the summer. There are typically monthly Interim Sessions where bills are worked on and discussed along with possible Special Sessions, if called by the Governor.
May 16th was the first Interim Session. Like Last year, I am on the Judiciary Interim Committee and also the Public Utilities and Technology Interim Committee. The next Interim Session will be June 20th.
In May, we took an opportunity to request the new IT Director speak about the Data Breach. I asked about reports of high turnover of IT Staff in that department working that area, 12 in the last year and 5 in the last couple of months, leading to my statement: "If that’s true, it seems to me one of the biggest problems may be IT management, not the technicians". See the two articles covering that at:
http://www.fredcox4utah.blogspot.com/2012/05/data-breach.html
I have several recent blog posts including:
Support for Traditional Marriage and discussion on nondiscrimination bills
http://www.fredcox4utah.blogspot.com/2012/05/support-for-traditional-marriage.html
Answering questions about one of my votes on education:
http://www.fredcox4utah.blogspot.com/2012/05/equal-access-for-education-employee.html
Recent Media:
Comcast had an interview during this last session. A copy is at:
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=344068648971972
In May, I had a live radio interview by Jeff Robinson at KCPW
http://www.fredcox4utah.blogspot.com/2012/05/radio-interview-of-represenative-fred.html
Also in May, a 3 minute Introduction video by Comcast, that should soon be available On Demand, remembering to look for the New Utah House District 30. They have a number of candidate’s profiles. I don't have a link for that yet, if it is online. I was asked to use a teleprompter, so I am not sure how well it turned out.
This summer I am currently working on several bill requests, which include:
http://le.utah.gov/asp/billsintro/RepResults.asp?Listbox3=COXFC
Alimony Amendments, Building Code Amendments, Graywater Amendments, Professional Licensing Administrative Rules Amendments, Storm Water Capture Amendments, Utah Lands and School Trust Fund Amendment, and a few others.
I will also be involved with campaigning, which might be more interesting as this is the only Democrat Incumbent vs. a Republican Incumbent race in the state. Remember, for 2013, a new House District 30 will represent much of this area, and during the 2012 General Election you will determine who will represent this new District 30 beginning in 2013.
The New District 30 includes most of 32, part of 29 and some of 33.
Fred C. Cox, Representing State House District 32 and running to represent the new District 30
Contact Information:
http://www.fredcox4utah.com (main website) http://www.fredcox4utah.blogspot.com (blog)
http://twitter.com/fredcox4utah (twitter) http://www.facebook.com/fred.c.cox (personal profile)
http://www.facebook.com/fredcox4utah (public page)
http://le.utah.gov/house2/detail.jsp?i=COXFC Official Government website
Official Government and Constituent Email: fredcox@le.utah.gov
Campaign Related Email, including volunteering, signs, etc: fred@fredcox4utah.com
and
https://secure.piryx.com/donate/NyvQH2Qu/Utah-House-Rep-Fred-C-Cox/
Paid for by Fred C. Cox, Campaign Fund
Friday, May 11, 2012
Radio Interview of Represenative Fred Cox by Jeff Robinson at KCPW
"Republican State Representative Fred Cox took a stand during last year’s divisive redistricting battle by trying to pass a bipartisan map. He ended up being drawn into the same district as a Democratic incumbent. We talked with the lawmaker and architect about what issues are important to him and his political strategy."
Podcast/Audio for the on-air interview:
http://kcpw.org/files/2012/05/051112PUCREPFREDCOX.mp3
http://kcpw.org/blog/local-news/2012-05-11/politics-up-close-senate-candidate-breck-england-rep-fred-cox/
Podcast/Audio for the on-air interview:
http://kcpw.org/files/2012/05/051112PUCREPFREDCOX.mp3
http://kcpw.org/blog/local-news/2012-05-11/politics-up-close-senate-candidate-breck-england-rep-fred-cox/
Sunday, March 18, 2012
2012 General Session Weeks Five through Seven
2012 General Session Update:
If you have not already, please attend one of the remaining Question and Answer Public Meetings at the Hunter Library, 4740 West 4100 South West Valley City, Utah 84120
Saturday, March 24, 2012, 12:30pm to 2:30pm
Saturday, April 7, 2012, 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Saturday, March 24, 2012, 12:30pm to 2:30pm
Saturday, April 7, 2012, 12:30pm to 1:30pm
During the first two weeks, the legislature passed 33 bills. After four weeks that number was 118 bills. By the end of week seven that number was 478 bills:
One of those bills passed I sponsored. Of the 3 remaining bills, one passed the House and ran out of time in the Senate, one was on the 3rd Reading Calendar of the House when we stopped voting on the House bills, and one never got out of committee.
Read more about that bill here:
http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/opinion/53616967-82/energy-code-standards-utah.html.csp
Again, this session I sponsored 4 bills and cosponsored 8 others which can be accessed from here:
The bill I have been asked about lately is 2012 HB 363 that the Governor just vetoed. For more information about that bill see:
http://fredcox4utah.blogspot.com/2012/03/hb-363.html
A great update on the budget is at:
http://fredcox4utah.blogspot.com/2012/03/2012-session-utah-state-budget-overview.html
My 2012 General Session Floor Voting Record can be found at:
http://fredcox4utah.blogspot.com/2012/03/2012-general-session-floor-voting.html
Included in this link shows that in 2012, I tied for the best in showing up for floor votes:
http://utahdatapoints.com/2012/03/utah-legislators-with-the-best-and-worst-attendance-records-of-2012/
From the Flyer passed out at the Neighborhood Republican Caucus Elections:
Over a year ago, my friend, State House District 32 Representative Ron Bigelow accepted the invitation from Governor Herbert to be the State Budget Director. I was honored to run and was selected to be the nominee and then was appointed by the Governor to fill Rep. Bigelow’s term. I have been honored to represent State House District 32 for 2011 and will continue to work hard doing so for 2012. I just completed my second General Legislative Session.
I believe we need to stand up and be heard, or watch our Constitutional Rights disappear. As your representative, I have been heard, standing up defending good bills, amending or substituting bills to make them better, or standing up in opposition against bills that I believed should not pass.
Last year I publicly stood up to the Governor when I felt his $130 million dollar estimated tax proposal would take away critical cash flow funds from small businesses. That proposal died. I stood up to the current Utah Attorney General when he was promoting a bill to further amend our 4th Amendment Rights. That bill didn’t pass committee, even with 2 attempts.
In addition to having a bill pass both Houses last year and also this year, I substituted another’s bill that would not have passed committee or the House otherwise. I proposed an amendment to remove language from another bill that could fine school principals and districts, and when that amendment was not selected, the bill which had passed the Senate by almost a 2/3 vote, was voted down by over a 2/3 vote in the House. I also helped rescue the 2nd part of a Senate adaptive education testing bill that was stalling with opposition in the House. It then passed by over 2/3.
For 2013, a new House District 30 will represent much of this area, and during the 2012 General Election you will determine who will represent this new District 30 beginning in 2013. The New District 30 includes most of 32, part of 29 and some of 33. There are two incumbents in this race that will face each other in November. I am one of them and I ask for your vote.
Official Government and Constituent Email:
fredcox@le.utah.gov
Campaign Related Email, including volunteering, signs, donations, etc:
fred@fredcox4utah.com
I am on the following standing committees:
More information can be found at my blog or on several social media sites which can be reached from:- House Judiciary Committee
- House Public Utilities and Technology Committee
- Infrastructure and General Government Appropriations Subcommittee
For this summer, I have not confirmed my committee assignments, but last year I was on the following:
Judiciary, Law Enforcement, and Criminal Justice Interim Committee
Public Utilities and Technology Interim Committee
I am already working on 8 possible bills for next year. Several are already listed on the Interim Master Study List.
Fred C. Cox, Representing State House District 32 and running to represent the new District 30
Friday, March 9, 2012
We need more consensus building and less compromise
Fred C. Cox, Representing State House District 32 and running to represent the new House District 30
We need more consensus building and less compromise. If we focus on what we agree on, we can accomplish the most good.
The state budget bills for 2012 were passed with almost everyone from both parties voting for them. Can we send that cooperation to the US Congress?
I have no problem working with both parties. All four bills that I sponsored that passed the House in 2011 and 2012 were floor sponsored by a democrat senator.
I was the only member of the Legislature that sponsored a bipartisan congressional redistricting map, co-sponsored by a member of another party.
I don't look at bills as republican or democrat sponsored. I vote on bills based on what the bill says and would do, and I have spoken against bills and spoken for bills based on the bill not the sponsor or party.
• Utah State House of Representatives, District 32, January 2011 to present.
(Two General Legislative Sessions)
• Utah Republican State Central Committee 2011 to present.
• Utah Republican State Delegate 2002-2003, 2005-2011.
• Salt Lake County Republican House District 32 Chair, August 2010 to January 2011.
• ChamberWest Regional Chamber of Commerce Government Action Committee, Nov. 2010 to present
• AIA Utah, Government Affairs Committee, January 2008 to January 2011.
We need more consensus building and less compromise. If we focus on what we agree on, we can accomplish the most good.
The state budget bills for 2012 were passed with almost everyone from both parties voting for them. Can we send that cooperation to the US Congress?
I have no problem working with both parties. All four bills that I sponsored that passed the House in 2011 and 2012 were floor sponsored by a democrat senator.
I was the only member of the Legislature that sponsored a bipartisan congressional redistricting map, co-sponsored by a member of another party.
I don't look at bills as republican or democrat sponsored. I vote on bills based on what the bill says and would do, and I have spoken against bills and spoken for bills based on the bill not the sponsor or party.
• Utah State House of Representatives, District 32, January 2011 to present.
(Two General Legislative Sessions)
• Utah Republican State Central Committee 2011 to present.
• Utah Republican State Delegate 2002-2003, 2005-2011.
• Salt Lake County Republican House District 32 Chair, August 2010 to January 2011.
• ChamberWest Regional Chamber of Commerce Government Action Committee, Nov. 2010 to present
• AIA Utah, Government Affairs Committee, January 2008 to January 2011.
Dear Friends and Neighbors
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
Over a year ago, my friend, State House District 32 Representative Ron Bigelow accepted the invitation from Governor Herbert to be the State Budget Director. I was honored to run and was selected to be the nominee and then was appointed by the Governor to fill Rep. Bigelow’s term. I have been honored to represent State House District 32 for 2011 and will continue to work hard doing so for 2012. I just completed my second General Legislative Session.
For 2013, a new House District 30 will represent much of this area, and during the 2012 Neighborhood Caucus Elections, Conventions, Primary and General Elections you will determine who will represent this new District 30 beginning in 2013. The New District 30 includes most of 32, part of 29 and some of 33. Help determine who is on the ballot for State House, Governor, US Senate, US Congress, County Mayor and more.
I would really appreciate it if you come to the Republican Neighborhood Caucus and support those running to be a county delegate who would be open minded, willing to research the candidates, and would truthfully consider voting for me at the County GOP Convention on April 14th.
The New State House District 30, Republican Neighborhood Caucus March 15, 2012, starts at 7pm, arrive as close to 6:15pm as you can.
The District has been split in two. Expect one classroom per precinct.
Whittier Elementary School, 3585 S 6000 W, WVC, UT 84128
(New Precincts at this location: WVC005, WVC010, WVC012, WVC013, WVC014, WVC017, WVC018, WVC019, WVC024, WVC025, WVC026, WVC027) These are Precincts North of 4100 South Street.
Carl Sandburg Elementary, 3900 S 5325 W, WVC, UT 84120
(New Precincts at this location: WVC052, WVC053, WVC057, WVC058, WVC059, WVC060, WVC061, WVC062, WVC063) These are Precincts South of 4100 South Street.
New 2012 Elections Utah State House 30 District Map
Official Government and Constituent Email:
fredcox@le.utah.gov
Campaign Related Email, including volunteering, signs, donations, etc:
fred@fredcox4utah.com
Fred C. Cox, Representing State House District 32 and running to represent the new District 30
CURRENTLY ASSIGNED LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEES
CONTACT INFORMATION:
http://www.fredcox4utah.com
http://www.fredcox4utah.blogspot.com
http://twitter.com/fredcox4utah
http://www.facebook.com/fred.c.cox (personal profile)
http://www.facebook.com/fredcox4utah (public page)
http://le.utah.gov/house2/detail.jsp?i=COXFC Official Government website
Over a year ago, my friend, State House District 32 Representative Ron Bigelow accepted the invitation from Governor Herbert to be the State Budget Director. I was honored to run and was selected to be the nominee and then was appointed by the Governor to fill Rep. Bigelow’s term. I have been honored to represent State House District 32 for 2011 and will continue to work hard doing so for 2012. I just completed my second General Legislative Session.
For 2013, a new House District 30 will represent much of this area, and during the 2012 Neighborhood Caucus Elections, Conventions, Primary and General Elections you will determine who will represent this new District 30 beginning in 2013. The New District 30 includes most of 32, part of 29 and some of 33. Help determine who is on the ballot for State House, Governor, US Senate, US Congress, County Mayor and more.
I would really appreciate it if you come to the Republican Neighborhood Caucus and support those running to be a county delegate who would be open minded, willing to research the candidates, and would truthfully consider voting for me at the County GOP Convention on April 14th.
The New State House District 30, Republican Neighborhood Caucus March 15, 2012, starts at 7pm, arrive as close to 6:15pm as you can.
The District has been split in two. Expect one classroom per precinct.
Whittier Elementary School, 3585 S 6000 W, WVC, UT 84128
(New Precincts at this location: WVC005, WVC010, WVC012, WVC013, WVC014, WVC017, WVC018, WVC019, WVC024, WVC025, WVC026, WVC027) These are Precincts North of 4100 South Street.
Carl Sandburg Elementary, 3900 S 5325 W, WVC, UT 84120
(New Precincts at this location: WVC052, WVC053, WVC057, WVC058, WVC059, WVC060, WVC061, WVC062, WVC063) These are Precincts South of 4100 South Street.
New 2012 Elections Utah State House 30 District Map
Official Government and Constituent Email:
fredcox@le.utah.gov
Campaign Related Email, including volunteering, signs, donations, etc:
fred@fredcox4utah.com
Fred C. Cox, Representing State House District 32 and running to represent the new District 30
CURRENTLY ASSIGNED LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEES
- House Judiciary Committee
- House Public Utilities and Technology Committee
- Infrastructure and General Government Appropriations Subcommittee
- Judiciary, Law Enforcement, and Criminal Justice Interim Committee
- Public Utilities and Technology Interim Committee
CONTACT INFORMATION:
http://www.fredcox4utah.com
http://www.fredcox4utah.blogspot.com
http://twitter.com/fredcox4utah
http://www.facebook.com/fred.c.cox (personal profile)
http://www.facebook.com/fredcox4utah (public page)
http://le.utah.gov/house2/detail.jsp?i=COXFC Official Government website
Sunday, February 19, 2012
2012 Survey Results
I have received a request for survey results to be posted on my website or blog. I have posted some of the results on my facebook page, and I am including what results I have here:
Based on over 200 of my surveys that came back this year in our area
The following are results/notes. The actual wording is at:
Funding Priority
#1 Fund Growth in Pub. Ed
#2 is a tie between no tax increases and maintaining existing roads
#4 is a public education teacher raise
#5 is to stop using one time funds for ongoing needs
#6 is public safety/corrections
#7 is maintain existing buildings
#8 is replenish rainy day fund
#9 is to reduce the state bonding debt
#10 is to fund growth in higher ed
#11 is to fund a higher ed teacher raise
#12 fund a state employee raise.
#2 is a tie between no tax increases and maintaining existing roads
#4 is a public education teacher raise
#5 is to stop using one time funds for ongoing needs
#6 is public safety/corrections
#7 is maintain existing buildings
#8 is replenish rainy day fund
#9 is to reduce the state bonding debt
#10 is to fund growth in higher ed
#11 is to fund a higher ed teacher raise
#12 fund a state employee raise.
Liquor Laws
No Change, Keep them 40
Increase DUI penalties 115
Privatization 100
Grant More Licenses 87
Locate News stores in Commercial areas 49
Other 18
Daylight Savings
Keep 86
Get rid of 105
Modify back 13
(I did vote to move the bill to get rid of DST to the House, but the bill failed 5 for and 7 against in committee)
Constitutional Carry Bill (We didn't get one after all)
Don't require the Concealed Carry Permit 46
Keep the Concealed Carry Permit 146
Other 13
National Popular Vote Compact
Don't Join 131
Join 56
Immigration
Repeal Guest Worker 2011 HB 116
Yes 71
No 104
(The "repeal" bill got killed in the Senate, the "modify" bill HB 300 is still in the House)
Increase Enforcement using E-Verify
Yes 158
No 21
(Rep. Sandstrom is still working on that one, I believe it will be 2012 HB 477, and if so, the media will love that bill number.)
Improve Legal Immigration
Yes 151
No 31
(2011 HB 469 is still available to use)
Utah should just wait for the Feds on Immigration
Yes 34
No 144
Saturday, February 18, 2012
2012 General Session Weeks Three and Four
2012 General Session Update:
I have 2 more Town Hall meetings scheduled during the session.
During the first two weeks, the legislature passed 33 bills. That list is now 118 bills. A list of those is at:
If you have not already, please attend one of the remaining Town Hall Meetings at the Hunter Library, 4740 West 4100 South West Valley City, Utah 84120
Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Thursday, February 23, 2012, 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Thursday, February 23, 2012, 7:00pm to 8:30pm
During the first two weeks, the legislature passed 33 bills. That list is now 118 bills. A list of those is at:
One of those on the list I sponsored. I have 3 more bills to go.
Again, this session I am sponsoring 4 bills which can be tracked from here:
One bill has passed both houses (Kidnapping), one bill is still being worked on in committee (Stormwater), one bill is waiting for similar bills in a committee (Land, to be finally heard on Tuesday at 8am) and one bill was held in house rules committee for 3 weeks and in standing committee for one week (Building Code). It should be finally heard the end of this week. I really didn't ask the Sierra Club to promote it. Sometimes you don't need the "help".
Of course they only picked 8 bills out of hundreds to support/oppose. I just got lucky to have 2 of them.
The other one they don't like. After reading their review, I wouldn't like it either. Perhaps they should read it again for real.
See:
My bill doesn't require or stop the federal government from selling our public land, it just makes a safe place for the land to go, makes sure the schools get their 5%, and makes sure if we really do end up with Bryce Canyon, we don't sell it off.
Some explanation is at:
My Stormwater Capture bill has been facing opposition from those that believe every rain drop and snow flake that hits your property belongs to and should belong to the State of Utah. I am trying to increase the amount you can capture, store, and beneficially use without hurting the farmers in the state.
My 2012 HB 18 passing was a success, especially with only one person voting against it in committee and no one from either house voting against as amended. Ron Bigelow started this bill years ago.
In the mean time I have been reading lots of bills, amending, or attempting to amend when the bills could be saved and generally trying to make the bills that pass good bills, or trying to kill them if they are not.
Some very good bills, which have unfairly been targeted, I have defended. Needless to say, my "request to speak" button gets used, both in committee and on the floor, and I try really hard not to abuse that.
Again, I am on the following committees this session:
- House Judiciary Committee
- House Public Utilities and Technology Committee
- Infrastructure and General Government Appropriations Subcommittee
Again, for 2013, a new House District 30 will represent much of this area, and during the 2012 Neighborhood Caucus Elections, Conventions, Primary and General Elections citizens residing here will determine who will represent this new District 30 beginning in 2013.
The Republican Neighborhood Caucus Elections will be at 7:00pm on March 15, 2012 and the Democrat Neighborhood Caucus Elections will be on March 13, 2012.
Remember, for the 2012 Election, I am running for the new State House District 30 (notice the new number) For 2013, House District 32 is moving to Sandy, so try not to get confused.
Please, don't just show up at 7:00pm. I would recommend showing up at 6:15pm so you have time to sign in and know which classroom you might be sent to for your precinct. If you find out you are at the wrong place, you have time to get to the correct location.
The Democrats have chosen Hunter High School Auditorium on March 13th. See:
The Republicans have chosen two elementary schools, and I don't know yet which location to send you to. See:
Whittier Elementary School
3585 S 6000 W
WVC, UT 84128
Carl Sandberg Elementary
3900 S 5325 W
WVC, UT 84120
I should know more in a week or two.
Yes, I would really love for you to come to the Republican Neighborhood Caucus and support those running to be a county delegate who would truthfully consider voting for me at the County Convention on April 14th.
The County Clerk has the new precincts figured out and should have the maps here in the next week or two:
What is there right now is old. You need the 2012/2013 maps.
You can see what the new precinct boundaries look like at:
Some have not changed, but most have, and several have been combined.
More information can be found at my blog or on several social media sites which can be reached from:
http://www.fredcox4utah.com/
The best website to track the session is at:
Official Government and Constituent Email:
fredcox@le.utah.gov
fredcox@le.utah.gov
Campaign Related Email, including volunteering, signs, donations, etc:
fred@fredcox4utah.com
fred@fredcox4utah.com
(No donations during the Session)
Fred C. Cox, Representing State House District 32 and running to represent the new District 30
Fred C. Cox, Representing State House District 32 and running to represent the new District 30
PS,
I have received a request for survey results to be posted on my website or blog. I have posted some of the results on my facebook page, and I am including what results I have here:
Based on over 200 of my surveys that came back this year in our area
The following are results/notes. The actual wording is at:
Funding Priority
#1 Fund Growth in Pub. Ed
#2 is a tie between no tax increases and maintaining existing roads
#4 is a public education teacher raise
#5 is to stop using one time funds for ongoing needs
#6 is public safety/corrections
#7 is maintain existing buildings
#8 is replenish rainy day fund
#9 is to reduce the state bonding debt
#10 is to fund growth in higher ed
#11 is to fund a higher ed teacher raise
#12 fund a state employee raise.
#2 is a tie between no tax increases and maintaining existing roads
#4 is a public education teacher raise
#5 is to stop using one time funds for ongoing needs
#6 is public safety/corrections
#7 is maintain existing buildings
#8 is replenish rainy day fund
#9 is to reduce the state bonding debt
#10 is to fund growth in higher ed
#11 is to fund a higher ed teacher raise
#12 fund a state employee raise.
Liquor Laws
No Change, Keep them 40
Increase DUI penalties 115
Privatization 100
Grant More Licenses 87
Locate News stores in Commercial areas 49
Other 18
Daylight Savings
Keep 86
Get rid of 105
Modify back 13
(I did vote to move the bill to get rid of DST to the House, but the bill failed 5 for and 7 against in committee)
Constitutional Carry Bill (We didn't get one after all)
Don't require the Concealed Carry Permit 46
Keep the Concealed Carry Permit 146
Other 13
National Popular Vote Compact
Don't Join 131
Join 56
Immigration
Repeal Guest Worker 2011 HB 116
Yes 71
No 104
(The "repeal" bill got killed in the Senate, the "modify" bill HB 300 is still in the House)
Increase Enforcement using E-Verify
Yes 158
No 21
(Rep. Sandstrom is still working on that one, I believe it will be 2012 HB 477, and if so, the media will love that bill number.)
Improve Legal Immigration
Yes 151
No 31
(2011 HB 469 is still available to use)
Utah should just wait for the Feds on Immigration
Yes 34
No 144
2012 General Session First Two Weeks
[From Feb. 4, 2012]
I have 4 more Town Hall meetings scheduled during the session.
2012 General Session Update:
These include the 9 base budget bills, that include about the same amount of funding as last year, without one time funding. We will work hard the next few weeks to provide additional funding for several items such as growth in Public Education.
The 9 base budget bills total approximately $12.3 Billion, or about 95% of the budget.
Also passed were 3 bills incorporating many minor county clerk requested changes to the redistricting maps. These included the State House, State Senate and State School Board districts. All 3 bills passed both houses with no one voting against them and were signed by the Governor. This allowed the County Clerks to complete their precinct maps. They will have been submitted to the Lt. Governor and should be available shortly. The new State House District 30 only changed in the grass park area between 4000 West and 4800 West along 4700 South, which doesn't change any population.
You can find out what district you live in at this website:
This session I am running 4 bills which can be tracked from here:
One bill has passed the House 72 votes for a 0 against, one bill is being worked on in committee, one bill is waiting for similar bills in a committee and one bill is currenly in house rules committee.
I am on the following committees this session:
The Republican Neighborhood Caucus Elections will be at 7:00pm on March 15, 2012 and the Democrat Neighborhood Caucus Elections will be on March 13, 2012. I will post the locations on my website.
More information can be found at my blog or on several social media sites which can be reached from:
http://www.fredcox4utah.com/
The best website to track the session is at:
Official Government and Constituent Email:
fredcox@le.utah.gov
Fred C. Cox, Representing State House District 32 and running to represent the new District 30
PS,
I have received a request for survey results to be posted on my website or blog. I should be able to post that information the next week or two as the results keep coming in.
I was asked last week about my stand on E-Verify. I voted last session for an E-Verify enforcement bill that was well vetted.
I believe any proposed E-Verify enforcement ordinances or laws should apply to at least 2 or more employees, as a self employed business with no employees could be considered a business with zero employees or one with the owner as the self employed employee. A business with no employees doesn't need an Employer Identification Number (EIN) is also known as a Federal Tax Identification Number, and therefore can not run E-Verify and would not be able to comply with the law or ordinance. Running Self Check is not allowed by the Federal Government as proof for compliance.
I found out yesterday that there is not a stand alone E-Verify enforcement bill being run. There is one bill, HB 300, which could change the immigration laws passed last year. Many are waiting to see what happens with the laws that were passed last year.
It includes links to an op-ed article I wrote for the Salt Lake Tribune, along with a video of my comments on the floor re: 2011 HB 116, the guest worker bill, not polished, late in the evening and unrehearsed.
I a writing to say thank you for those that have returned the surveys that were sent out and I also wish to say thank you for those that attended the Town Hall on January 28, 2012.
I have 4 more Town Hall meetings scheduled during the session.
If you have not already, please attend one of the remaining Town Hall Meetings at the Hunter Library, 4740 West 4100 South West Valley City, Utah 84120
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:30pm to 2:00pm
Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Thursday, February 23, 2012, 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Also, on Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 7:00pm to 8:00pm, West Side Matters, a local GOP Group meeting at the same location and may have several candidates and public officials attending. I plan on attending.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:30pm to 2:00pm
Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Thursday, February 23, 2012, 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Also, on Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 7:00pm to 8:00pm, West Side Matters, a local GOP Group meeting at the same location and may have several candidates and public officials attending. I plan on attending.
2012 General Session Update:
During the first two weeks, the legislature passed 33 bills. A list of those is at:
These include the 9 base budget bills, that include about the same amount of funding as last year, without one time funding. We will work hard the next few weeks to provide additional funding for several items such as growth in Public Education.
8 of the 9 base budget bills had no one of either house or party voting against them, while one base budget bill had only two members per house that voted against it.
The 9 base budget bills total approximately $12.3 Billion, or about 95% of the budget.
While there will be a lot of discussion and different opinions about the rest of the budget and some of the amounts will change, it would be wonderful if our US Congress could get nearly unanimous bi-partisan support for much of the nation's budget.
Also passed were 3 bills incorporating many minor county clerk requested changes to the redistricting maps. These included the State House, State Senate and State School Board districts. All 3 bills passed both houses with no one voting against them and were signed by the Governor. This allowed the County Clerks to complete their precinct maps. They will have been submitted to the Lt. Governor and should be available shortly. The new State House District 30 only changed in the grass park area between 4000 West and 4800 West along 4700 South, which doesn't change any population.
You can find out what district you live in at this website:
This session I am running 4 bills which can be tracked from here:
One bill has passed the House 72 votes for a 0 against, one bill is being worked on in committee, one bill is waiting for similar bills in a committee and one bill is currenly in house rules committee.
I am on the following committees this session:
- House Judiciary Committee
- House Public Utilities and Technology Committee
- Infrastructure and General Government Appropriations Subcommittee
Again, for 2013, a new House District 30 will represent much of this area, and during the 2012 Neighborhood Caucus Elections, Conventions, Primary and General Elections citizens residing here will determine who will represent this new District 30 beginning in 2013.
The Republican Neighborhood Caucus Elections will be at 7:00pm on March 15, 2012 and the Democrat Neighborhood Caucus Elections will be on March 13, 2012. I will post the locations on my website.
More information can be found at my blog or on several social media sites which can be reached from:
http://www.fredcox4utah.com/
The best website to track the session is at:
Official Government and Constituent Email:
fredcox@le.utah.gov
Campaign Related Email, including volunteering, signs, donations, etc:
fred@fredcox4utah.com
fred@fredcox4utah.com
Fred C. Cox, Representing State House District 32 and running to represent the new District 30
PS,
I have already voted on the Daylight Savings bill. It failed to pass out of committee 5 to 7. Based on your survey returns of 50% wanting to no longer have daylight savings time in Utah (Like AZ), 44% wanting to keep it and 6% wanting to tell Congress to change the time changes back to where they were several years ago, I voted to move the bill out of committee favorably. I had hoped for additional discussion.
I have received a request for survey results to be posted on my website or blog. I should be able to post that information the next week or two as the results keep coming in.
I was asked last week about my stand on E-Verify. I voted last session for an E-Verify enforcement bill that was well vetted.
I believe any proposed E-Verify enforcement ordinances or laws should apply to at least 2 or more employees, as a self employed business with no employees could be considered a business with zero employees or one with the owner as the self employed employee. A business with no employees doesn't need an Employer Identification Number (EIN) is also known as a Federal Tax Identification Number, and therefore can not run E-Verify and would not be able to comply with the law or ordinance. Running Self Check is not allowed by the Federal Government as proof for compliance.
I found out yesterday that there is not a stand alone E-Verify enforcement bill being run. There is one bill, HB 300, which could change the immigration laws passed last year. Many are waiting to see what happens with the laws that were passed last year.
It includes links to an op-ed article I wrote for the Salt Lake Tribune, along with a video of my comments on the floor re: 2011 HB 116, the guest worker bill, not polished, late in the evening and unrehearsed.
3 video clips from last session:
http://www.youtube.com/user/fredcox4utah?feature=watch
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