Emily Buss is a state senator representing Utah Senate District 11 with the Forward Party. An Eagle Mountain resident, she serves Tooele County, part of west Salt Lake County, and Utah County. Buss was selected in late 2025 via an online preference poll using approval voting, winning over 47% of votes among five candidates to fill the vacancy left by Sen. Daniel Thatcher. She began legislative service on December 17, 2025, and will serve through the 2026 session, facing election in 2026 to remain in office.

Her political path started locally with a run for Eagle Mountain City Council. She has been actively involved in community service for several years.

Education and Political Experience

Specific details on Buss's education are not publicly detailed in available records. Her political experience includes her initial candidacy for Eagle Mountain City Council, leading to her Forward Party nomination and appointment to the Utah State Senate in District 11.