Melissa Garff BallardMelissa Garff Ballard

Melissa Garff Ballard is the Republican candidate for reelection to the Utah House of Representatives in House District 20, where she has served since 2019. A lifelong Davis County resident, Melissa is focused on strengthening families, improving education and preparing Utah for continued growth.

In the Legislature, Melissa has helped expand child tax credits, strengthen paid parental leave for Utah families, and advance criminal justice and reentry efforts that improve public safety and help individuals successfully return to their communities. She has worked to support teachers and students with additional resources and policies that allow educators to focus on the classroom.

Melissa has also championed smart infrastructure investments, expanded access to mental health care for students and first responders, and supported efforts to improve Utah’s air quality and protect the Great Salt Lake. She believes Utah can continue growing while protecting the quality of life that makes it such a great place to call home.

A graduate of the University of Utah, Melissa earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in piano performance. She and her husband, Craig, have six children and five grandchildren.

Melissa is running for reelection to continue delivering conservative, practical solutions for Utah families and communities.

Here’s how voters can contact me:
Melissa Garff Ballard
info@melissagarffballard.com
801-633-6561
melissagarffballard.com