Jen Seelig


Jennifer M. "Jen" Seelig is a former Democratic member of the Utah State House of Representatives, who represented the 23rd District from 2006 to 2014. She lives in Salt Lake City. She is currently working in the Salt Lake City Mayor's Office as the Director of Community Relations.

Early life and education

Seelig has a bachelor's degree from the University of Louisville and an MPA from the University of Utah.

Political career

Representative Seelig was elected November 6, 2012. During the 2014 General Session, she served as the Minority Leader for the House Democrats. She also served on the House Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Committee, and the House Political Subdivisions Committee.

2014 Sponsored Legislation

Representative Seelig did not floor sponsor any legislation during 2014.

Pivotal Legislation

During the 2014 General Session, Representative Seelig ran a few bills that are considered "pivotal". HB 90, the Commission on Women in the Economy, received much attention from the media and from Utah citizens. HB 157, Rape Kit Processing Amendments, passed, but was open to much debate on the floor.