- Hometown: Born in Idaho Falls, Idaho; lives in Woods Cross, Utah
- Role: Senior policy advisor, Utah Senate
- Years of legislative service: 9
- Skill or talent he’s proudest of: “Being a father of four active boys who love the outdoors as much as I do.”
“Things of value require reciprocal sacrifice.”
Chauhan
Why did you choose to work at the Legislature?
I saw the light through a legislative internship during my undergraduate program. It was there that I learned the beauty that state politics are large enough to be impactful but small enough to be personal. It is the perfect balance between national and local policymaking.
What’s the best advice you were ever given?
Things of value require reciprocal sacrifice.
Who or what inspires you?
Oddly, the follies of dictators and tyrants. We can learn a lot about what not to do by studying the strategy, weakness and ultimate downfall of great and terrible people.
What’s one thing you love about your state?
Too many to choose: No. 1 economy, No. 1 place to recreate, No. 1 happiest state. Personally, I love the mountains. Drive in any direction for 30 minutes and you can do any imaginable outdoor activity.
What are you currently reading/listening to/watching?
“The History of WWII Podcast,” by Ray Harris Jr.
What are some of the priorities of your NCSL Standing Committee?
Ensuring that people have faith in their democracy and can trust the system even if they disagree with electoral outcomes.
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