Hello
Welcome to my campaign! I'm Karli Black, a proud citizen of Utah County running for Utah House District 58.
WHY MY STORY MATTERS
Bio coming......
WHERE WE STAND
Together, we can embrace diversity of our community and foster a culture of learning. By listening to and learning from each other's unique perspectives, we can create meaningful change.
Let's work hand in hand to shape a brighter future for everyone
ECONOMY & AFFORDABILITY
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
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Expand affordable, entry-level pathways to homeownership.
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Combat homelessness through housing stability initiatives and support services.
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Look at homelessness as a state-wide issue, and advocate for coordinated state–local solutions.
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Fight to increase access to affordable, high-quality healthcare, including mental and behavioral health services, with a focus on preventative care and rural access.
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Lessen the cost of access to safe, reliable childcare so parents and caregivers can fully participate in the workforce.
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Advance economic policies that strengthen economic security, support working families, and promote upward mobility.
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Support a fair, balanced, and progressive tax system that expands opportunity, invests in public goods, and promotes shared prosperity across Utah.
Moving from different tax brackets throughout my life. I have a unique understanding that allows me to personally identify with the entire community.
Years ago as a single Mom I couldn't afford childcare.
My Healthcare premium tripled this year! How about yours?
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Advocate for improved air quality along the Wasatch Front and throughout the state.
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Create policy for better management, conservation, and prioritization of the Great Salt Lake.
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Resist the sell-off of Utah’s public lands and preserve public access for recreation.
EDUCATION
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Advocate to increase per-pupil funding so Utah is no longer lagging behind peer states.
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​​Prioritize equitable funding for public schools and oppose diverting public education dollars to private schools.
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Expand funding for after-school, summer, and enrichment programs that close opportunity gaps.
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Combat policies, which make students feel unwelcome in classrooms.
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Expand access to early childhood education and learning support.
I have personally worked in the public and private school system.
GOOD GOVERNANCE
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Protect the constitutional checks and balances between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
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Fight to uphold judicial sanctity, independence, and ethical standards.
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Defend vote-by-mail as a vital tool for voter accessibility, especially in rural communities, while working to strengthen election security without undermining access.
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Stand against expanding Utah’s Supreme Court.
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Reinforce the ballot initiative process and Utahn’s rights to alter or reform their government.
INCLUSION & REPRESENTATION
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Vote to protect human rights and equal protections under the law.
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Support immigrant families and ensure fair, humane, and lawful treatment.
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Uphold the rights, dignity, and safety of LGBTQ+ Utahns.
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Address persistent inequities facing communities of color through inclusive and data-informed policy.
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Respect and uphold Tribal sovereignty and strengthen government-to-government relationships with Tribal Nations
COMMUNITY SAFETY
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Fight to expand access to mental health services, substance use treatment, and crisis response resources statewide.
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Promote safety and de-escalation during public demonstrations while protecting constitutional rights.
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Prevent domestic and interpersonal violence through survivor-centered policies, services, and accountability measures.
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Support responsible firearm policies that promote safe ownership, training, and use, including concealed carry standards.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​