Hello District 6!

As we reach the final week of the 2025 General Legislative Session, I’m proud to reflect on what we’ve accomplished together. After weeks of hard work, debate, and collaboration, we’re wrapping up another productive year at the Capitol.

Over the past 45 days, I’ve worked to advance policies that strengthen our communities, improve government transparency, and support working families. With the final votes cast, I’m pleased to report that our district’s priorities were well represented in the decisions made.

One of the biggest highlights this session was the successful passage of ALL of my proposed bills, particularly HB87, Drug Trafficking Amendments. This legislation will create a strong deterrent against fentanyl trafficking, disrupt large-scale trafficking networks, and make a meaningful impact in addressing our country’s opioid crisis. I deeply appreciate my colleagues who worked alongside me to pass this bill into law. In the end, 67 of my 74 colleagues co-sponsored HB87 with me.

While the session may be ending, our work doesn’t stop here. In the coming weeks, I’ll be hosting town halls and community meetings to discuss our accomplishments and have open conversations with community members like you. I encourage you to attend and reach out with any questions you may have.

Your engagement—whether through emails, phone calls, or conversations—has been invaluable in shaping the policies I advocate for. Representing District 6 is an honor, and I look forward to continuing the work to make our community even stronger.

I appreciate your support, and I look forward to staying in touch. Thank you for the opportunity to serve!

Thank you,

Matthew Gwynn
Representative, House District 6

HB21 Criminal Code Recodification and Cross References

• This bill rectifies, redefines, and reorders various criminal offenses within the Utah Criminal Code. 
• This bill has been signed by the House Speaker and Senate President, and is on its way to the Governor's desk.

HB22 Prostitution Offense Amendments

• Reorganizes and adjusts provisions and penalties concerning offenses involving prostitution and the ages of those involved.
• This bill has passed both the House and the Senate unanimously and is now on the Governor's desk to be signed. 

HB78 Criminal Offenses Amendments

• Requires prosecutors to explain when seeking a level reduction regarding certain crimes; also increases penalties for the crime of aggravated child abuse.
• This bill has been signed by the House Speaker and Senate President, and is on its way to the Governor's desk..

HB82 Law Enforcement Modifications

• It requires an officer to be notified if they're going to be a Brady impeachment issue (aka impeached as a witness in a case based on previous acts) and ensures an officer cannot be fired by the agency solely because they're a "Brady problem."
• This bill has passed both the House and Senate. It is currently awaiting a signature from the Governor.

HB87 Drug Trafficking Amendments

• Trafficking fentanyl or fentanyl-related substances is classified as a first-degree felony.
• 67 of my colleagues have elected to co-sponsor this bill with me. This bill has been signed by the House Speaker and Senate President, and is on its way to the Governor's desk.

HB105 Criminal Code Modifications

• This bill increases attempted murder penalties, makes it a Class C misdemeanor to deny a public servant lawful use of public property or facilities, a third-degree felony for sexual relations between teachers and adult high school students (regardless of consent), and a misdemeanor to expose another person's undergarments or intimate areas without consent in public spaces.
• This bill has been signed by the House Speaker and Senate President, and is on its way to the Governor's desk.

HB128 Dangerous Weapon at a School Amendments

• Clarifies the crime of possession of a dangerous weapon on or about school premises.
• This bill has been signed by the House Speaker and Senate President, and is on its way to the Governor's desk.

HB339 Law Enforcement Investigation Modifications

• This bill exempts an officer from wearing a body camera if they are assigned to a narcotics unit or task force that is engaged primarily in narcotics investigations.
• This bill has been signed by the House Speaker and Senate President, and is on its way to the Governor's desk.