Candidate for UT-HD16. Eternal Optimist. Past Davis County Republican Party Chair. Former Layton Planning Commissioner. Lover of Dark Chocolate. Proud Utahn🇺🇸
It’s official! Today, I filed to become your next Representative in Utah House District 16. In the upcoming days and weeks, I’ll be sharing more about my campaign and how to get involved. I’m excited to share this journey with you and look forward to earning your support!
#utpol
I just went through the Layton
@McDonalds
drive through. At the window:
Employee (looks at my card): Hey! You’re the girl running for office. I’ve seen your signs. If you win, would you please fix the housing situation. I live in my car.
Me: This is exactly why I ran.
My father
@franz_kolb
came to this country from Austria in 1977 speaking very little English. As the child of an immigrant, I understand how hard it is to adapt and thrive in a new country. Barring immigrant children from public schools is not the answer to the border crisis.
I may not have won yesterday at convention, but I’m not down & I’m not out. Time to get this race in front of HD 16 GOP voters. The 11,000+ Republicans in this district deserve a say in our representation. Loved that this line from my speech was included in the
@sltrib
article!
It doesn’t matter who is talking on the House floor. A good Representative is respectful & courteous to whomever is speaking. Residents of HD 16 deserve a Rep fully engaged in floor time & NOT on X. So shameful. It’s time for a change in HD 16 and I’m ready to represent.
Running for HD16 has been one of the greatest adventures of my life. While the outcome wasn’t what was desired, I was able to do what I love most: spending time in this community w/our amazing residents. HD16, I’ll still be here finding ways to continue to serve you all. ❤️
Gov
@SpencerJCox
seriously could not have chosen better than Lt. Gov
@DeidreHenderson
. It was such a pleasure today to hear her thoughts on domestic violence and election integrity. She also met my friend’s adorable baby and was so cute with her. We have the BEST Lt. Gov!
@mikemckellutah
If only delegates truly vetted the candidates instead of based it on their own political ideologies. No matter how many times I attempted to reach out to delegates this election cycle, I couldn’t get some to actually vet me. So glad that I’m now in front of voters who’ll vet me.
@allitude
Hi! I am running for Republican nomination in HD 16. My website is . I’m happy to be presenting my candidacy as an option to our HD 16 voters!
Thank you to Gov
@SpencerJCox
and former Gov
@HerbertForUtah
for their endorsement of my campaign to become the Rep of HD 16!
As a common-sense conservative with a long track record of service to my community & the GOP, I’m ready to get to work for our residents!
#utpol
Television's children host Mr. Rogers said his mother responded to scary news by telling him, 'Look for the helpers.'
@BrambleJim
, we have never met, but you are a kind and decent person. You are a helper! Thank you for brightening my day with your amazing contribution.
I finally found the perfect spot for my last 4x8 sign! I had this homeowner reach out & ask to meet with me. Residents like her in this district are looking for new representation & have been so receptive to my candidacy. Eleven more days to go until Primary Election Day!
#utpol
Driving past my billboard on
I-15 has been such a surreal experience. I can’t believe that I’m finally a candidate for this seat! This is something I’ve waited for 10 years to do. I am so grateful to all of you who have joined in supporting me in my campaign! Let’s win this! 🇺🇸
This is for my amazing neighbor! In honor of her 21st Birthday, Katelyn wants to get 321 birthday cards incl. one from every state! Can you help out? She has 17 cards so far
(UT, ID, OH, MA, CA).
Katelyn Christensen
1775 East 2100 North
Layton UT 84040
Please share!
Thanks to all who came out today to my event with Gov
@SpencerJCox
. I am eternally grateful to Gov Cox for coming to Layton today! We had a phenomenal turnout. Thanks to all who attended. Many people said that this event was so fun & very positive! 6 more days to go!
#utpol
We are in the home stretch! House District 16 residents: please take a moment to watch this & make sure to share w/your family/friends. If you aren’t in HD16 (but want to help) please share this as well. My candidacy is our chance to have new representation in HD16!
#utpol
We did it! 🎉My team and I have been hard at work writing 1000 postcards to our HD 16 residents encouraging them to return their ballot and support my candidacy! We’re finally near the end! Thanks to all who helped with this huge project. 4 days to go until Election Day!
#utpol
Meet Mrs. Wolf. She is the longtime band teacher at Central Davis Jr High & a big supporter of mine & Gov
@SpencerJCox
’s campaigns. She reminded me of the time when then Lt. Gov Cox visited CDJH and played w/the band. Mrs. Wolf is incredible and one of DSD’s best teachers!
#utpol
My husband likes to stay behind the scenes and isn’t on social media very much. However, I truly could not ask for a better husband and father to our children. This year we are celebrating 25 years of marriage. I hit the jackpot. He is the best guy in the entire world!
BALLOTS ARE HERE! House District 16 residents, it’s time to vote! I’m prepared to go to work and represent our district well. I would appreciate your vote and support. Make sure to return your ballot promptly. Your vote is your voice!
#hardingforhouse16
#electdanielaharding
I am a member of the Davis SCC. I was pleased that we focused so much time on planning caucus today. However, I voted against this. I truly believe there are many other more productive ways to air grievances with a particular person and work with them to come to a consensus.
.
@goud4utah
have you ever wondered why you are unelectable? Your investigation request directed at
@gopTODD
is nuts! Thank you to those at the GOP meeting today who shut this nonsense down. Utah GOP needs to focus on winning.
#utpol
I’ve lived in HD 16 for 15 years & in that time I’ve served in various capacities, looking for ways to improve our community. I’m ready to serve as the next HD 16 Rep. Please help me share this donation link as I seek the GOP nomination for HD 16.
#utpol
It was a pleasure this morning to spend some time with CD 2 Congresswoman, Celeste Maloy. As busy as she is with her campaign, she always finds time to encourage me about my campaign. She’s absolutely amazing! Go Celeste!
#celesteforcongress
#votecelesteforcd2
#harding4HD16
Housing insecurity and providing basic necessities for Davis County unsheltered teens has long been a topic of concern for myself & other parents. I’m thrilled to see Davis School District /Davis Education Foundation work to provide these teens the things they need to flourish.
BeUTAHful day to canvass House District 16. My team & I knocked so many doors & invited residents to come out to caucus night. We also hung tons of doorhangers. Lots of fun conversations w/HD 16 voters & always such a positive response to my campaign! It’s been so fun!
#utpol
I’ve had a wonderful time these past few weeks meeting with delegates. They’re loving the cookies I bring over to them too! As a HD 16 candidate, I’m focused on practical solutions over political theatrics. I aim to faithfully represent & safeguard the interests of HD16.
#utpol
It was a great day of canvassing (and enjoying the sunshine!) here in House District 16. My volunteers & I are busy knocking doors, talking to residents & finding out what issues matter most to them. I’ve been loving the conversations AND getting lots of steps in as well!
#utpol
Happy Father’s Day to my dad
@franz_kolb
! I wouldn’t be where I am today without his guidance and I am truly grateful. He taught me the importance of hard work, to dream big and to always be kind and diplomatic no matter how tough the situation. I’m proud to call him Dad! ❤️
Caucus night 2024 is done! Registration was smooth & we had a good turnout. Only hiccup was that my candidate lit didn’t make it into the caucus packets, so I had to scramble to replace it. But, my family & I had a great time, esp my daughter who was a 1st time attendee!
#utpol
Let’s talk about campaign signs. Love them or hate them, they are necessary for campaigning. I put up my new signs less that 48 hours ago and already 2 have been vandalized. There is no excuse for vandalism & I won’t ever bow down to the bullies who think they can intimidate me.
It was another amazing day of canvassing! A huge thank you to Layton Councilman
@ClintonPMorris
& Clearfield City Councilman
@GOPKT801
for helping me to canvass today. We had a great time talking to residents. I’m so grateful to Clint & Karece for their support of my campaign!
Just had the sweetest experience. My doorbell rang tonight & there stood one of my ward members in a snowstorm who informed me that they had just affiliated with the GOP & wanted to sign my petition RIGHT NOW to make sure my name would be on the ballot. Definitely made my day!
One of the biggest reasons I had the courage to run for DCRP Chair in 2019 was thanks to the encouragement of Sen
@gopTODD
. I appreciate his candor and wit (he has a great sense of humor!). I truly value his friendship and wholeheartedly recommend him for re-election to SD 8!
Layton City Councilmember
@ClintonPMorris
has been a leader in our community for years. I’ve had the pleasure to work with him numerous times & have appreciated our shared goal in working to better our community. I am grateful for his endorsement & support of my campaign!
#utpol
25 years ago today, I graduated from the
@UUtah
. I absolutely loved my time at the U as a student. Some college highlights for me were living in Austin Hall, becoming President of
@PsiChiHonor
& my study abroad program to Kiel, Germany. I will always fondly remember those days.
We had an incredible turnout of volunteers for our canvassing event. I’m especially super proud of my kids as they talked with voters about the issues. We also got my big signs hung around the district and passed out so many yard signs. It was a great day w/ lots more to come!
As your candidate for HD 16, I understand the strain that property taxes put on hardworking families. That's why I'm committed to fighting for policies that reduce property taxes & make housing more affordable for all.
#PropertyTaxRelief
#AffordableHousing
#HardingForHouse
#utpol
13,100 steps today canvassing HD 16 for 7 hours! Meet Wayd, who was a Precinct Vice Chair when I was DCRP Chair & now is one of my volunteers. We spent time canvassing together this morning & he is just amazing! Thanks to all of our volunteers who helped out today! More to come!
Pres. Reagan once said “Stick to your dreams and determine that you’re going to make them come true.”
Thanks to
@UTReaganCaucus
for this endorsement! I am finally living my dream of running to be the next Rep of HD 16. I’m so grateful for all the support I’ve received!
#utpol
Congratulations to my daughter who graduated today from NUAMES (Northern Utah Academy of Math, Engineering and Science). NUAMES is early college high school located on the campuses of
@WeberStateU
Ogden & Davis. Such an amazing school & my daughter is a proud NUAMES Nighthawk!
I held a Meet the Candidate event tonight for our HD 16 county delegates. Such a great turnout and although I had only planned for one hour, it went much longer because we were having so much fun discussing the issues. It was very informative. 3 days to convention!
#utpol
Thanks to amazing DCRP Chair
@yemiUTAH
& the
@GOPDavisCounty
for an excellent Lincoln Day Dinner event last night. Loved chatting w/so many people at my candidate booth. Lots of excitement for my race! Thx also to LG
@DeidreHenderson
for her remarks & invite to sit at her table!
Civil political discourse has drastically declined. It's imperative that we listen to ALL voices within the GOP and our community (and not a select few) to ensure Utah remains prosperous for future generations. Let's focus on neighbors helping neighbors, not culture wars.
#utpol
@NormieUtah
@sltrib
It’s well known that you support my opponent. Your days of trolling my page are coming to an end.
@SchottHappens
was reporting a line I said in my speech. It’s not “charity fraud.” It’s a First Amendment right called Freedom of the Press that is legally protected. Read up on it.
From the moment I began this campaign, I committed to our HD 16 residents to prioritize practical solutions to issues we are facing in our district.
Here is an ongoing issue in our community. Public safety and reduction of crime is a top priority of mine!
#utpol
These are the contested House races in Davis County.
(starting at the far end)
HD 13:
Curtis Beames
Karen Peterson
HD 16:
Daniela Harding
Trevor Lee
HD 17:
Jennifer Garner
Stewart Barlow
HD 19:
Tenna Hartman
Ray Ward
DCRP Convention is 4/13 @ Clearfield High School.
13 days to go until Primary Election Day! Our volunteers have been busy canvassing, calling, texting, and doing so much more to get the word out about my campaign to bring new representation to HD16. If you’d like to get involved, sign up at today!
#utpol
Thank you Councilmember
@ClintonPMorris
for your support and for your service to Layton City! We’ve sat in many meetings together working to find good solutions to issues in our community. I’m ready to take those solutions to the Capitol & represent HD 16 constituents!
#utpol
Proud to support my good friend
@Daniela_Harding
in her bid to be our next state representative here in HD 16. Grateful for her years of service to our community, especially Layton City! 👊❤️🇺🇸
Happy Birthday to the absolute nicest guy in Utah
@MikeLMower
! When you see Mike, I guarantee he’ll have a big smile and a kind word for you. If you’re meeting Mike for the first time, you’ll have an instant friend. He is simply one of the very best people we have here in Utah!
I saw this recently and loved it. It not only applies to campaigning, but to life in general. Seek out good people in your life who want to participate in the solution and can see beyond the problems.
What a BeUTAHful day at the Capitol! It was a great day seeing friends, meeting some new folks and chatting about the issues (as well as a lot of conversations about my race). I truly have felt such a tremendous amount of support. Thank You! 🙏
#utpol
Great episode from
@KUER
@radiowest
about the state of the
@UtahGOP
. I appreciated the mention from reporter
@saige_miller
at min 40. My race is a good example of giving all GOP voters in HD16 the chance to decide who they want to represent them.
#utpol
Thanks to everyone who came out to “Pie and Politics” last night. We had a great turnout and an in-depth discussion about the issues. Our residents are so receptive to my candidacy & the support is amazing! I especially loved the homemade strawberry rhubarb pie. Delicious!
#utpol
Any other candidates also use their passenger seat for campaign materials? 😂 I spent today visiting w/many HD 16 delegates, getting to know them & listening to their ideas & concerns. Every delegate I spoke to today asked amazing questions & we had some thoughtful discussions!
Today’s Meet the Candidates event at Woods Cross High School went extremely well. I spent hours talking with delegates about a wide variety of issues & I loved hearing their ideas. Also enjoyed the Candidate Q & A afterwards followed by another cottage meeting. Long but fun day!
Want to know what makes HD 16 so special? Our residents are the BEST! I’m so incredibly grateful to this amazing couple for hosting my sign and even making sure it’s all lit up even at night! If you’d like one of my signs, please let me know & we will get one to you!
#utpol
Friends! Katelyn reached her goal of getting 321 birthday cards! The coolest part is she met this goal on World Down Syndrome Day! Thanks to everyone that sent her a bday card. She’s still hoping for cards from a few more states to complete her collection (see previous post!) 🙏
I served on our Layton City Planning Commission from 2015-2019 and in that time, I gained knowledge of our ordinances, infrastructure, utilities & housing. I know HD 16 well & I am prepared to fully represent our citizens in the legislature. Learn more at
I’m so honored to have strong support from our local leaders like Clint, who has seen me in action serving our community for over a decade and watching out for the best interests of our residents. This is what I’ll continue to do as the next Representative of HD 16.
#utpol
Friends! Just a few days left to vote! Please consider my friend Daniela Kolb Harding for our state rep in HD16 here in Layton. I’ve worked with her for a decade. She has the experience and the temperament for this job. 👊❤️🇺🇸
#utpol
Welcome to Utah!! Repping
@GovCox
&
@LGHendersonUtah
in greeting His Excellency Ibrahim Toure’, Ambassador of the Republic of Cote d’Ivorie to the United States. The ornate boubou (robe) I am wearing is a gift to the State of Utah. 🇺🇸🇨🇮 w/
@franz_kolb
@csmaddox2008
Thanks so much and I’m looking forward to getting to know you as well! I’ve worked for years in HD 16 serving in various capacities. I don’t believe in performative politics, but I do believe in productive dialogue and being kind in order to accomplish more. Can’t wait to chat!
Spending time with one of my best supporters (and dear friends) out in this snowy weather was very fun! There was lots of discussion about caucus night coming up on Tuesday, March 5th. HD16 will be meeting at Northridge or Layton High School. More info at
@gopTODD
was the first person that donated to my campaign in 2019 when I ran for DCRP chair. He believed I could win & with his encouragement, I did. Twice. He is truly one of the most selfless & kind people I know. Sending him well-wishes as he navigates his cancer journey. ❤️
A huge thank you to Governor
@SpencerJCox
,
@chris4auditor
& others who have sent my sweet friend Katelyn a b-day card. Her mom posted this earlier today & you can see how excited she is to get these cards! It’s not too late to send a card. See my earlier post for the details!
Happy Birthday to the best Lt Gov in the nation,
@LGHendersonUtah
! From Utah’s youngest residents to our oldest, Deidre always has a smile for them! She truly cares about the issues we face in Utah and is committed to finding solutions. We’re so lucky to have her as our LG! 🎂
Today I spent time talking to small business owners in the district. Meet Adnan, who owns Qwik Stop on Hill Field. We discussed the importance of small businesses in our district. Glad to have the support of small business owners like Adnan in HD16 for my candidacy!
#utpol
We are almost at the one week countdown until Primary Election Day! If you are in HD 16, please make sure to get your ballot returned promptly and join us in bringing new representation to our district! 🇺🇸
#hardingforhd16
#utpol
You have a little over a week to vote in the primary… mail your ballot in or drop it off at the Davis Conference Center or vote in person there on June 25th. 👊❤️🇺🇸
I enjoyed attending a cottage meeting this morning hearing CD 2 GOP candidate
@CelesteMaloyUT
speak about the issues affecting our state and nation. I’m so impressed with her ability to candidly discuss policy and look forward to having her represent CD 2 in Congress.
#utpol
Congratulations to Karen Peterson who was elected this morning in a special election by the HD13 county delegates to fill the midterm vacancy for Rep Paul Ray’s seat!
#dcrp
#utpol
As a UTGOP SCC member and former DCRP Chair, I’ve seen the tactic of using a censure as a retaliatory tactic when one person has a disagreement with another person. This proposed censure accomplishes absolutely nothing but divisiveness and is a complete waste of time.
#utpol
Thank you, Dawn! Property tax reduction, housing affordability, and responsible development are essential for building strong communities where everyone can afford to live and thrive.
Join me in supporting these efforts for a brighter future for all in HD 16!
#utpol
@VoteTrevorLee
Let’s be clear. I did not put up that particular sign. It was put up by one of my team & not where I said to put it. I saw it and was going to go fix it but didn’t get the chance because it was “mysteriously” cut down. I have now moved the sign to where I initially wanted it.
This afternoon, I was waiting for one of my kids to finish up an activity and decided to take a walk around Layton Commons Park. I’m in complete awe of the beauty of my community (especially love our new pavilion!). If you haven’t visited Layton City Center before, come visit!
I was disappointed to miss hearing Gov
@SpencerJCox
’s State of the State live tonight. But I was at our DCRP CCC chairing our meeting and discussing business. I announced I am not running for re-election. I’ll miss it, but it’s time for a new adventure! 🇺🇸
Listening is truly an art. Along this campaign trail, I can’t begin to say how many times people have told me they don’t feel listened to by those elected to represent them and are very frustrated. Listening is one of my top priorities in both my personal and political life!
Congratulations to my amazing friend Melissa Holyoak for becoming Utah’s first Federal Trade Commissioner! She did such an amazing job as Solicitor General and she’ll be missed in that role. I’m excited for this new opportunity for her and am cheering her on in her new role!
This weekend, I had the privilege of administering the Oath of Office for Mellissa Holyoak, who has gone from being Utah’s excellent Solicitor General to the first Federal Trade Commissioner from our beautiful state! I look forward to working together in Washington.
Incredible sunset tonight after a busy day visiting w/ county delegates. It’s been a privilege to listen to them share their thoughts & ideas for HD 16. I also loved sharing my many leadership experiences & track record of getting things done. 4 days to convention!
#utpol
@aurorabrshealis
There are also some great candidates running this election cycle who are working hard to give voters different options on the ballot so the voting electorate has some choices of who they would like to represent them!
No truer words were ever said! Thank you
@GovCox
! I would fully support
@MikeLMower
for our State Human! I’m certain he has never met a stranger. When you meet Mike for the first time, you feel like you’ve met an old friend. The world needs more people like Mike!
Like most states, we have a state tree, a state flower and a state bird. But we’ve always said that if we had a state human, it would be Mike Mower. No one loves Utah more. He is one of the best people I know and an incredible public servant.
Teamwork makes the dream work! Congratulations to my son & the rest of his baseball team who won the 8/9th grade Layton City Parks and Rec Championship game last night. His team was undefeated the entire season. So fun to watch these boys work together and achieve this big goal!
Great evening for some Layton City baseball! My kiddo loves baseball so much he also plays for Kaysville City on the days he isn’t playing in Layton. We’ve had a very busy but fun baseball season!
Who is chopping onions in here? 😭 Seriously, this is an INCREDIBLE article by
@hollyonthehill
who is someone I have admired for many years. This is absolutely a MUST READ! I’m so grateful to her for writing this and sharing her experiences and thoughts on life and the Savior.
It's been a bit of a wild ride this month, but almost dying gave me the reset I needed. I have hope again, and know I can find joy. I am also most grateful to still be here.
Thanks for the support Sam! I am so incredibly impressed with
@SammyJdot
. He is a bright young man who is interested and involved in issues affecting our community. I’m so impressed with him and his desire to be engaged civically!
#utpol
On behalf of the Davis County Republican Party, I am thrilled to announce that we will have
@RepDanCrenshaw
of Texas as our Keynote Speaker at our upcoming Lincoln Day Dinner. More details to follow soon!
#utpol
#utgop
#DCRP
It was a pleasure to co-moderate the Davis County CD2 debate tonight with
@yemiUTAH
. As the former and current chair of the DCRP, we are committed to helping wherever we can to help our fellow Republicans in Davis County get ready to vote in the upcoming CD 2 election!
#utpol
Congratulations to the new Davis County Republican Party Chair
@yemiUTAH
. I have no doubt that Yemi will do a phenomenal job as our new DCRP Chair and I stand at the ready to assist him and ensure that a smooth transition takes place. The DCRP is in great hands!
#utpol
Our canvassing efforts that we did in HD 16 yesterday are paying off! I got this picture from a resident who sent a message of support & is all in to be a part of our team. Join us! Learn all about my campaign & our volunteer opportunities at .
#utpol
Thanks for posting this picture
@ClintonPMorris
! Had a friend call me and tell me that when they drove by it, her son was wondering why Leslie Knope was on a billboard in Layton. 😂
April 10, 2021: I ran unopposed for Chair at the DCRP Organizing convention. This was our 2nd drive thru convention due to the pandemic. Delegates still tell me how much they loved this convention. Proud of the many innovative things our DCRP team accomplished like this!
Meet
@brentstrate4edu
, who is my Utah State School Board Member- District 3. Brent is very responsive & cares deeply about education & especially our kids. I appreciate the support he has given me for my campaign & I definitely support him and his campaign for re-election.
#utpol
It was beautiful day at Layton’s Vietnam Wall this afternoon for a Memorial Day event. A special thanks to Mayor Petro and Councilman
@ClintonPMorris
for their words. The wreath laying was an especially beautiful moment to honor our soldiers who selflessly served our country. 🇺🇸
When I was a young college student at the U, I did a study abroad program to Germany. My friends & I went to Copenhagen, Denmark and saw all the sights. I took this picture of the 400 year old Stock Exchange Building. Today, it burned down. So tragic!😭
I love this throwback post from
@ClintonPMorris
! At the time, I was running in another contested race, but just wanted to present my candidacy. I was thrilled to be elected as Davis GOP Chair for 2 terms & am so proud of what we accomplished together. 1 day to convention!
#utpol