A Record of Results

Promises Are Easy.
Results Matter.

Matt MacPherson went to the Capitol to solve problems and work on the issues that matter to West Valley City, Magna, and Utah families.

Lower taxes. Safer communities. Strong schools. Protecting Utah's future.

$101M Income Tax
Relief
$140M+ Public Safety
Investment
$191.4M WPU Funding
Increase
5 Matt-Sponsored Bills
Signed Into Law
Matt MacPherson with local business and community leaders
Lower Taxes • Working Families

Keeping More Money in Your Pocket.

With groceries, housing, gas, and everyday expenses costing more, Matt has supported tax relief aimed at letting Utah families keep more of what they earn.

  • Reduced Utah's income tax rate from 4.5% to 4.45%.
  • Supported another year of income tax relief for Utah families and businesses.
  • Expanded eligibility for Utah's Child Tax Credit.
  • Expanded tax credits to help businesses provide childcare.
  • Reduced the state gas tax by six cents per gallon for six months.
$101 Million Ongoing Income Tax Relief
Matt MacPherson in the community
Safer Communities

Giving Law Enforcement Tools to Do the Job.

Matt's work on public safety includes statewide investments and legislation he sponsored during the 2026 General Session.

  • Supported major state investments in public safety and law enforcement.
  • Sponsored HB136, Unlicensed Driver Amendments.
  • Sponsored HB539, Public Safety Modifications.
  • Serves on the Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Interim Committee.
$140M+ Public Safety Investment
Matt MacPherson with members of the community
Strong Schools • Our Kids

More Resources for Utah Students.

As Vice Chair of the Public Education Appropriations Subcommittee, Matt works directly on the state budget that funds Utah's public schools.

  • Increased the value of Utah's Weighted Pupil Unit by 4.2%.
  • Invested additional resources in early literacy and at-risk students.
  • Sponsored HB148, creating a way for Utah taxpayers to voluntarily help pay outstanding school meal debt.
$191.4 Million Increase to the WPU Value
Matt MacPherson discussing issues affecting Utah communities
Water • Great Salt Lake • Clean Air

Protecting the Place We Call Home.

Utah's water supply, the Great Salt Lake, and the quality of the air our kids breathe affect families, businesses, and communities across the state. Matt has supported efforts to plan for Utah's long-term water future and protect these resources.

Great Salt Lake Protecting a critical Utah resource
Water Planning for long-term needs
Clean Air Healthier communities for Utah families
Matt's Legislation

Five Bills Signed Into Law in 2026.

Matt's record also includes legislation he sponsored during the 2026 Utah General Session.

Matt MacPherson serving the West Valley City and Magna community
A Record You Can Check

Results for West Valley City and Magna.

Matt's approach is straightforward: listen to the people he represents, focus on practical solutions, and do the work to get things across the finish line.