Sheldon has spent decades serving patients in Tooele County, giving him firsthand insight into the public’s healthcare needs. He has the experience to advocate for constituents at the State Legislature.

Sheldon believes:

• In lowering prescription drug costs through competition and transparency

• In protecting access to local, independent pharmacies and healthcare providers

• In improving access to care in rural communities

As President of the Tooele Education Foundation Board and Member of the Tooele Technical College Board, Sheldon has gained the experience and perspective to appreciate the challenges surrounding public education and to lead efforts to find solutions that support and improve opportunities for our teachers and students.

Sheldon believes:

• In assisting job growth to keep local businesses healthy and growing

• In supporting strong, robust public education

• In promoting job growth by keeping local businesses healthy

Sheldon already advocates for small and rural communities at the regional transportation level and will continue to represent local families and priorities at the State Legislature.

Sheldon believes:

• In advocating for the region’s needs on the WFRC Active Transportation Committee

• In understanding the need for efficient and reliable transportation corridors in all counties

• In supporting regional trail systems to reinforce transportation choice and active lifestyles

Sheldon raised his family here. He’s built a thriving local business here. And he already serves you; at the pharmacy, on City Council, and within the public school system. Now he’s ready to serve you at the Utah State Legislature.

Sheldon believes:

• Keeping District 29 an affordable place to live for young families

• In opposing tax increases that burden new families and those on fixed incomes

• In promoting personal responsibility and strong local communities through citizen communication and involvement

As Chair of the Erda City Council, Sheldon Birch has moderated difficult discussions about land use and growth in our small city and will continue to ensure control of these issues remains at the local level.

Sheldon believes:

• That growth must respect the character of the community and protect existing residents.

• Infrastructure should be planned before development, with strong public input and clear rules for developers

• That land use decisions belong in local communities, not the State

• Protect Utah's agricultural heritage and support the families who feed our communities.

• Advocate for policies that preserve working farms and ranches while respecting private property rights.

• Ensure farmers and ranchers have a voice in decisions related to land use, water, and regulation.

• Support agricultural education and workforce development to prepare the next generation of producers.

• Back the men and women who put their lives on the line to keep our communities safe.

• Ensure law enforcement officers have the training, tools, and resources they need to do their jobs effectively.

• Support recruitment and retention efforts to maintain strong public safety agencies.

• Foster partnerships between law enforcement and the communities they serve to build trust and accountability.

• Stand with first responders and their families in recognition of their service and sacrifice.