Quick Facts
Biography
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 with her husband.
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
| Bill | Status |
|---|---|
| HB 90- Women in the Economy Commission | Passed, signed by Governor 3/29/14 |
| HB 157- Rape Kit Processing Amendments | Passed, signed by Governor 3/31/14 |
| HB 254- Human Trafficking Victim Amendments | Passed, signed by Governor 3/29/14 |
| HB 264- Disabled Parking Fine Amendments | Passed, Signed by Governor 3/20/14 |
| HB 339- County Budget Amendments | Passed, signed by Governor 3/27/14 |
| HCR 12- Concurrent Resolution Recognizing the 30th Anniversary of the Sundance Institute | Failed in the Senate Rules Committee |
| HJR 13- Joint Rules Resolution on the Conference Committee Reports | Failed in the Senate Rules Committee |
| HR 4- House Rules Resolution Banning Fundraising on the Floor | Passed |
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.