Mike Petersen (Utah politician)

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]

Mike Petersen
Member of the Utah House of Representatives
Assumed office
January 1, 2021
Preceded byVal Potter
Constituency3rd district (2021–2023)
2nd district (2023–present)
Personal details
Born (1963-08-23) August 23, 1963 (age 61)
Ogden, Utah, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
EducationBrigham Young University (BS, MEd)
Utah State University (PhD
WebsiteCampaign website for Mike Petersen

Personal life

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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]

References

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  1. ^ "Mike Petersen wins District 3 seat in Legislature". Retrieved 2021-01-12.
  2. ^ Utah State Rep. Mike Petersen at LEGISTORM
  3. ^ "Local businessman, Mike Petersen, announces candidacy for Utah House District 3, challenging Val Potter". Retrieved 2021-01-12.