Mike Petersen (Utah politician) explained

Mike Petersen
Office:Member of the Utah House of Representatives
Constituency:3rd district (2021–2023)
2nd district (2023–present)
Term Start:January 1, 2021
Predecessor:Val Potter
Birth Date:23 August 1963
Birth Place:Ogden, Utah, U.S.
Party:Republican
Education:Brigham Young University (BS, MEd)
Utah State University (PhD
Website:Campaign website for Mike Petersen

Mike Petersen (born August 23, 1963) is an American politician who serves in the Utah House of Representatives from the 2nd district. Petersen beat his predecessor, Val Potter, in a Republican primary, where he cited recent tax legislation as the need for change.[1]

Personal life

Mike Petersen graduated from Brigham Young University, receiving his general psychology BS in 1988 and his counseling psychology MEd in 1990. He subsequently studied at Utah State University, earning his instructional design and learning sciences PhD in 2012.[2] He owns an education and training development company, LetterPress Software.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Mike Petersen wins District 3 seat in Legislature. 2021-01-12. en-US.
  2. https://www.legistorm.com/person/bio/387574/Michael_J_Petersen.html Utah State Rep. Mike Petersen at LEGISTORM
  3. Web site: Local businessman, Mike Petersen, announces candidacy for Utah House District 3, challenging Val Potter. 2021-01-12. en-US.