Erin Longacre, a Republican, is running for the Utah State Board of Education District 7 seat in the general election. She faces James Martin, a Democrat, for the rest of an unexpired term.
Governor Spencer Cox appointed Longacre to the seat on July 29, 2025, after Dr. Molly Hart was selected as state superintendent, according to ABC4. District 7 covers the southeast portion of Salt Lake County.
Candidate information
- Party: Republican
- Office sought: Utah State Board of Education, District 7
- Election date: Nov. 3, 2026
- Education: Bachelor's degree in communications, Villanova University (2004)
Experience and public service
Longacre has served on the Utah State Board of Education representing District 7 since her July 2025 appointment. She previously ran for the Canyons School District Board in District 6 in 2022, according to ABC4.
On the issues
Longacre outlined her priorities through BallotReady's candidate questionnaire. The positions below are her own stated responses.
Education: Longacre said she supports creating "the most optimal learning environment for each student." She called for reducing testing, supporting teachers and smarter use of technology in schools.
Taxes and budget: Longacre said she prioritizes fiscal responsibility.
Candidate positions were submitted through BallotReady's questionnaire process and reflect the candidate's own words. The Draper Herald did not interview the candidate for this profile.
