Scott K. Jenkins


Scott Jenkins is an American politician and businessman from Utah. A Republican, he is a member of the Utah State Senate, representing the state's 20th senate district covering parts of Weber and Davis counties. He is retiring from his position as Senator and will not be running for reelection in 2016. Jenkins has an associate degree from Weber State University.

Personal life and education

Jenkins has lived in Utah all his life. He was raised about 100 feet from where he lives now. Jenkins went to Weber High School and earned his A.S. from Weber State College. He is married to his wife, Rebecca, and they have five children: Jennifer, Erick, Jolene, Irene, and Austin.

Background

was elected to be a Senator in 2000. He served as the Majority Leader from 2009 to 2012. Before his time in the Senate, Jenkins was Mayor of Plain City, Utah, and a Member of the Plain City Council, Utah, 1979–1987.
Jenkins has been a member of the following committees:
In 2016, Jenkins served on the following committees:
Jenkins last ran for office in 2012, he ran unopposed.

Legislation

2016 sponsored legislation

Senator Jenkins was also the floor sponsor for the following bills:

Other

In February 2012, Jenkins made headlines in Utah for voting to deny tax breaks for military veterans, arguing the military already enjoys too many perks.