Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, in Utah, wildfires are disastrous events that don't just cause property damage. They can substantially disrupt the lives of families and have, unfortunately, become far too common in the West. Last month, Mayor Ellis of Elk Ridge reached out to me with a remarkable story from his community. In September, the Bald Mountain fire threatened Elk Ridge, nearly claiming countless homes. However, instead of burning into the sea, the fire suddenly halted, stayed behind the mountain, and spared the community. Mayor Ellis told me that after this remarkable event, many locals began to refer to the peak as ``Miracle Mountain.'' He then asked if we could commemorate this event by naming the mountain, and I happily took up the task. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to sponsor legislation, the Miracle Mountain Designation Act, supported by the entire Utah House delegation and Governor Herbert to name this mountain ``Miracle Mountain.'' Mr. Speaker, I hope this bill, once passed, will memorialize an event of great significance in this community. ____________________”