{"id":46,"date":"2026-03-03T23:36:51","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T23:36:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/electvalpeterson.org\/?page_id=46"},"modified":"2026-03-04T01:17:21","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T01:17:21","slug":"val-on-the-issues","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/electvalpeterson.org\/index.php\/val-on-the-issues\/","title":{"rendered":"Val on the Issues"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- Val Peterson \u2013 Issues (Salient \/ WPBakery Raw HTML) -->\n<div class=\"vp-issues\">\n  <style>\n    @import url('https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Archivo:wght@400;600;700;800&family=Source+Serif+4:ital,wght@0,400;0,600;1,400&display=swap');\n\n    *, *::before, *::after {\n      box-sizing: border-box;\n    }\n\n    .vp-issues {\n      max-width: 1020px;\n      margin: 0 auto;\n      padding: 40px 20px 56px;\n      font-family: \"Source Serif 4\", Georgia, serif;\n      color: #0f172a;\n    }\n\n    \/* \u2500\u2500 Header \u2500\u2500 *\/\n    .vp-issues__header {\n      margin-bottom: 36px;\n    }\n\n    .vp-issues__eyebrow {\n      display: inline-block;\n      font-family: \"Archivo\", sans-serif;\n      font-size: 11px;\n      font-weight: 700;\n      letter-spacing: 0.16em;\n      text-transform: uppercase;\n      color: #b45309;\n      margin-bottom: 10px;\n    }\n\n    .vp-issues h2 {\n      font-family: \"Archivo\", sans-serif;\n      font-size: 42px;\n      font-weight: 800;\n      line-height: 1.1;\n      margin: 0 0 16px;\n      color: #002A5C;\n      letter-spacing: -0.03em;\n      word-break: break-word;\n    }\n\n    .vp-issues .vp-lede {\n      font-size: 18px;\n      line-height: 1.75;\n      color: #334155;\n      margin: 0;\n      max-width: 72ch;\n    }\n\n    .vp-issues .vp-lede a {\n      color: #0b4aa2;\n      text-decoration: none;\n      border-bottom: 1.5px solid rgba(11,74,162,.3);\n      transition: border-bottom-color 0.2s ease, color 0.2s ease;\n    }\n    .vp-issues .vp-lede a:hover {\n      color: #002A5C;\n      border-bottom-color: rgba(0,42,92,.6);\n    }\n\n    \/* \u2500\u2500 Divider \u2500\u2500 *\/\n    .vp-issues__divider {\n      width: 56px;\n      height: 4px;\n      background: linear-gradient(90deg, #b45309, #d97706);\n      border-radius: 2px;\n      margin: 20px 0 32px;\n      border: none;\n    }\n\n    \/* \u2500\u2500 Grid \u2500\u2500 *\/\n    .vp-issues__grid {\n      display: grid;\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n      gap: 16px;\n    }\n\n    @media (min-width: 640px) {\n      .vp-issues__grid {\n        grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr;\n        gap: 20px;\n      }\n    }\n\n    \/* \u2500\u2500 Cards \u2500\u2500 *\/\n    .vp-card {\n      background: #ffffff;\n      border: 1px solid rgba(15,23,42,.10);\n      border-radius: 16px;\n      padding: 24px 22px 22px;\n      box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(2,6,23,.04), 0 8px 24px rgba(2,6,23,.06);\n      transition: transform 0.2s ease, box-shadow 0.2s ease;\n      display: flex;\n      flex-direction: column;\n      gap: 10px;\n    }\n\n    .vp-card:hover {\n      transform: translateY(-3px);\n      box-shadow: 0 4px 16px rgba(2,6,23,.07), 0 16px 40px rgba(2,6,23,.09);\n    }\n\n    \/* Icon badge *\/\n    .vp-card__icon {\n      width: 40px;\n      height: 40px;\n      border-radius: 10px;\n      background: linear-gradient(135deg, #002A5C 0%, #0b4aa2 100%);\n      display: flex;\n      align-items: center;\n      justify-content: center;\n      margin-bottom: 4px;\n      flex-shrink: 0;\n    }\n\n    .vp-card__icon svg {\n      width: 20px;\n      height: 20px;\n      fill: none;\n      stroke: #ffffff;\n      stroke-width: 1.75;\n      stroke-linecap: round;\n      stroke-linejoin: round;\n    }\n\n    .vp-issues h3 {\n      font-family: \"Archivo\", sans-serif;\n      font-size: 18px;\n      font-weight: 700;\n      line-height: 1.25;\n      margin: 0;\n      color: #002A5C;\n      word-break: break-word;\n    }\n\n    .vp-issues .vp-card p {\n      margin: 0;\n      font-size: 16px;\n      line-height: 1.72;\n      color: #334155;\n    }\n\n    .vp-issues .vp-card a {\n      color: #0b4aa2;\n      text-decoration: none;\n      border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(11,74,162,.3);\n      transition: border-bottom-color 0.2s ease, color 0.2s ease;\n    }\n    .vp-issues .vp-card a:hover {\n      color: #002A5C;\n      border-bottom-color: rgba(0,42,92,.6);\n    }\n\n    \/* \u2500\u2500 Tablet \/ mobile fine-tuning \u2500\u2500 *\/\n    @media (max-width: 639px) {\n      .vp-issues {\n        padding: 28px 14px 40px;\n      }\n      .vp-issues h2 {\n        font-size: 30px;\n      }\n      .vp-issues .vp-lede {\n        font-size: 16px;\n      }\n      .vp-issues h3 {\n        font-size: 17px;\n      }\n      .vp-issues .vp-card p {\n        font-size: 15px;\n      }\n      .vp-card {\n        padding: 20px 18px 18px;\n      }\n    }\n\n    @media (min-width: 640px) and (max-width: 900px) {\n      .vp-issues h2 { font-size: 34px; 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He helps write the plan that funds schools, keeps public safety strong, builds needed infrastructure, and protects taxpayers by keeping the state on a stable, responsible track. Learn more at his\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/house.utleg.gov\/rep\/PETERVL\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Utah House profile&nbsp;\u2197<\/a>.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"vp-issues__grid\">\n\n    <div class=\"vp-card\">\n      <div class=\"vp-card__icon\">\n        <!-- Dollar \/ budget icon -->\n        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"1\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"23\"\/><path d=\"M17 5H9.5a3.5 3.5 0 0 0 0 7h5a3.5 3.5 0 0 1 0 7H6\"\/><\/svg>\n      <\/div>\n      <h3>Fiscal Responsibility &amp; Budget Discipline<\/h3>\n      <p>Utah works because we plan ahead, live within our means, and avoid reckless spending that creates problems for the next generation. Val focuses on balanced budgets, responsible growth, and making sure taxpayer dollars go to priorities that deliver real results.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"vp-card\">\n      <div class=\"vp-card__icon\">\n        <!-- Graduation cap -->\n        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M22 10v6M2 10l10-5 10 5-10 5z\"\/><path d=\"M6 12v5c3.33 1.67 8.67 1.67 12 0v-5\"\/><\/svg>\n      <\/div>\n      <h3>Education &amp; Workforce Opportunity<\/h3>\n      <p>Utah&#8217;s future depends on strong schools and real pathways to good careers. Val supports smart, accountable investments in education and workforce development, drawing on decades of experience in higher education and public service.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"vp-card\">\n      <div class=\"vp-card__icon\">\n        <!-- Shield -->\n        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\/><\/svg>\n      <\/div>\n      <h3>Public Safety &amp; Fighting Fentanyl<\/h3>\n      <p>Families deserve safe communities and law enforcement needs strong tools to stop deadly drugs. Val has sponsored legislation to strengthen penalties for fentanyl trafficking and supports reforms that protect Utah communities.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"vp-card\">\n      <div class=\"vp-card__icon\">\n        <!-- Star \/ medal -->\n        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><polygon points=\"12 2 15.09 8.26 22 9.27 17 14.14 18.18 21.02 12 17.77 5.82 21.02 7 14.14 2 9.27 8.91 8.26 12 2\"\/><\/svg>\n      <\/div>\n      <h3>Veterans, Military Families &amp; Those Who Serve<\/h3>\n      <p>After 32 years in the Utah National Guard, Val has a deep commitment to veterans and service members. He supports veteran-focused legislation covering professional licensing, housing, and wellness.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"vp-card\">\n      <div class=\"vp-card__icon\">\n        <!-- Droplet \/ water -->\n        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 2.69l5.66 5.66a8 8 0 1 1-11.31 0z\"\/><\/svg>\n      <\/div>\n      <h3>Water, Infrastructure &amp; Responsible Growth<\/h3>\n      <p>Utah&#8217;s growth requires serious planning for water and infrastructure. 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He served as Vice President at Utah Valley University and retired as a Brigadier General in the Utah National Guard, responsible for readiness, logistics, and administration across major commands.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"vp-card\">\n      <div class=\"vp-card__icon\">\n        <!-- Award ribbon -->\n        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"8\" r=\"6\"\/><path d=\"M15.477 12.89L17 22l-5-3-5 3 1.523-9.11\"\/><\/svg>\n      <\/div>\n      <h3>Recognition<\/h3>\n      <p>Val&#8217;s fiscal discipline and pro-growth voting record have been recognized by organizations focused on strong budgeting and economic opportunity, including business and taxpayer advocacy groups.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\n  <\/div><!-- \/.vp-issues__grid -->\n\n<\/div><!-- \/.vp-issues -->\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Where Val Stands Val Peterson on the Issues As Utah&#8217;s House Chair of the Executive Appropriations Committee, budgeting is not a talking point for Val Peterson \u2014 it is his&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-46","page","type-page","status-publish"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/electvalpeterson.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/46","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/electvalpeterson.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/electvalpeterson.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/electvalpeterson.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/electvalpeterson.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=46"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/electvalpeterson.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/46\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/electvalpeterson.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=46"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}