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Utah Foundation We are an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit research organization. Research – Analyze – Inform

The Utah Foundation’s mission is to produce objective, thorough and well-reasoned research and analysis that promotes the effective use of public resources, a thriving economy, a well-prepared workforce and a high quality of life for Utahns. The Utah Foundation seeks to help decision-makers and citizens understand and address complex issues. The Utah Foundation also offers constructive guidance to improve governmental policies, programs and structures.

When Utah became a state, the federal government granted it trust lands to support specific beneficiaries like schools. ...
09/04/2026

When Utah became a state, the federal government granted it trust lands to support specific beneficiaries like schools. Our new report finds these lands also ripple out to benefit households, local governments, and the state as a whole, generating jobs, earnings, and tax revenue well beyond their original purpose. 🔗https://www.utahfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/rr846.pdf

Utah's trust lands do more than fund schools. A new Utah Foundation report finds that case studies across oil & gas, coa...
09/03/2026

Utah's trust lands do more than fund schools. A new Utah Foundation report finds that case studies across oil & gas, coal, real estate, and innovative energy development may account for more than 2,100 jobs, up to $127 million in annual household earnings, and up to $49 million in state and local taxes each year. Read Lands, Legacy, and Livelihood: 🔗https://www.utahfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/rr846.pdf

09/01/2026

Berkeley was an absolute joy to have in the office this summer, and her work speaks for itself! She dove into two really interesting projects this summer: exploring alternatives to four-year degrees and e-micromobility. We loved having her energy and dedication on our team. Give her video a watch and help us send her off right! 💛

Did you know a candidate can win a simple-plurality election with just 30% of the vote, meaning 70% of voters preferred ...
08/27/2026

Did you know a candidate can win a simple-plurality election with just 30% of the vote, meaning 70% of voters preferred someone else? Ranked-choice voting is designed to avoid that outcome, but it comes with its own tradeoffs (more complex ballots, longer tabulation times). Our new primer, "A Tale of Two Ballots," walks through the strengths and drawbacks of each system. Read it here: https://www.utahfoundation.org/reports/a-tale-of-two-ballots-comparing-ranked-choice-and-simple-plurality-voting-in-utah/?social

08/25/2026

Rage baiting our Research Director… 👀

08/20/2026

Today we are celebrating Shawn and Christopher authoring ONE HUNDRED Utah Foundation reports! We are so grateful to have such a hardworking team. Way to go guys! 💯💯💯

From City Streets to City Hall: How three Utah mayors are turning to active transportation vision into reality. This was...
08/18/2026

From City Streets to City Hall: How three Utah mayors are turning to active transportation vision into reality. This was an insightful panel with Parowan City Mayor Mollie Halterman, Nibley City Mayor Larry Johnson, and Provo City Mayor Marsha Judkins.

If this topic interests you, check out the Utah Foundation report on how the built environment impacts our wellness and safety: https://www.utahfoundation.org/reports/healthy-communities-advancing-wellness-and-safety/

🎟️ Ticket Giveaway: Utah Foundation's Annual LuncheonWe're giving away 2 tickets to our Annual Luncheon on Tuesday, Octo...
08/13/2026

🎟️ Ticket Giveaway: Utah Foundation's Annual Luncheon

We're giving away 2 tickets to our Annual Luncheon on Tuesday, October 6 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM at the Salt Lake Marriott Downtown!

To enter, head over to our LinkedIn page and follow the instructions in our giveaway post: https://www.linkedin.com/company/utah-foundation

Good luck! 🍀

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