Jon Huntsman, Jr.
(R) Utah

Utahns elected business leader and former United States diplomat Jon Huntsman as governor in November 2004. Governor Huntsman is working to breathe new life into Utah by bolstering economic development, enriching public education, maintaining unparalleled quality of life, and enhancing confidence in public service. Presiding over one of the hottest economies in Utah's history, Huntsman continues his efforts to complete tax reform, support and fund innovation, and create the most competitive environment for growth in the West. Governor Huntsman strongly supports public education and often refers to his own six children as his personal experiment in public schools. He has worked tirelessly to prevent Utah from becoming a nuclear waste dumping ground and has led efforts for a Western States Primary election and immigration reform. He currently chairs the Natural Resources Committee of the National Governors' Association.