REP. ASHLEE MATTHEWS
STANDS FOR WORKING FAMILIES

I’M ASHLEE MATTHEWS, AND I’M PROUD TO REPRESENT
THE HARDWORKING FAMILIES OF HOUSE DISTRICT 37.

Every year, more Utahns tell me the same thing: they’ve lost trust in politicians.

Honestly, I understand why.

The good news is, I’m not a career politician. I’m a mom. I’m a wife. I’m a state employee. And I’m your neighbor.

I know what it’s like to balance work, family, and a budget that never seems to stretch quite far enough. I understand the challenges of raising children while helping care for aging parents. I know what it means to worry about rising costs, crowded roads, and whether the opportunities that built Utah will still be here for the next generation.

Representative government works best when the people making decisions understand the realities of everyday life—not because they’ve read about them, but because they’re living them.

We need representatives who know what it’s like to sit at the kitchen table and figure out how to pay the bills. Legislators who understand the transportation and infrastructure challenges facing the West Side. Policymakers who are committed to protecting both Utah jobs and Utah’s natural resources.

There’s an old saying: “If you’re not at the table, you’re on the menu.”

That’s why I’ve worked hard to make sure the voices of District 37 are heard at the Capitol.

During my time in the Legislature, I’ve stayed focused on the issues that matter most to our families and our communities—and I’ve built a record of results to prove it.

This November, I’m asking for your support so I can continue fighting for the people I serve and continue being a voice – for US.

Why I Support Ashlee Matthews …

Rep. Ashlee Matthews Facebook Posts

HB277: Child Care Eligibility Amendments This bill directed the Office of Childcare to restructure the way that it's subsidy payments are allocated to low income families. By offering these payments on a sliding scale, where a family is able to gradually taper off of the service as their financial situation improves, we not only made more families eligible for assistance, but we did so while staying within the existing bucket of money from the federal government. This program structure was mirrored from the way that the military offers this assistance to it's members, and was suggested to me on the doorstep of a neighbor. This bill passed along the entire Legislative process unanimously. You can read the full bill here: le.utah.gov/Session/2021/bills/static/HB0277.html ...
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HB415: Maternal Coverage AmendmentsHB415 expanded options for expectant mothers with low risk pregnancies to have additional avenues when selecting providers, and empowers them to have their preferred birthing experience. Coverage was expanded to include: Licensed or accredited free-standing birthing centers, Licensed Direct-Entry Midwives, and Certified Doulas.Studies show that Mothers with birth workers have lower rates of maternal and infant health complications such as preterm birth, medical intervention birth, cesarean sections, and postpartum depression and anxiety. Rich, Morgan, Daggett, Emery, Wayne, Piute & Kane Counties are considered Maternal Healthcare deserts with no hospitals or facilities with OB/GYN providers. Expanding coverage would allow mothers in these Counties to have more medical options.Even though HB415 expanded the number of services provided, enactment of this bill actually lowered healthcare costs overall. This bill passed through the entire Legislative process with one solitary "nay" vote. You can read the entire bill here: le.utah.gov/Session/2023/bills/static/HB0415.html ...
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Thank you to everyone that joined today to help me connect with my community to remind everyone to get their ballots in, and Vote for Ashlee Matthews! 😎Check out the recommendations for judge retention at: Judges.Utah.GovFind your closest drop box by visiting: saltlakecounty.gov/clerk/elections/vote-by-mail/ballot-drop-box-locations/ ...
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Thank you Jackie Martin for the interview and opportunity to answer some really great questions! www.facebook.com/share/v/14q6CtyGwCS/ ...
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The issues that I fight for
are important issues.
THEY ARE WORKING FAMILY ISSUES