Rick Taggart is a Republican state representative for Colorado House District 55, covering Grand Junction, Redlands, and Orchard Mesa in Mesa County. A businessman from Grand Junction, he was elected in 2022 after defeating his Democratic opponent with 63.61% of the vote, and won re-election unopposed in 2024. Notable achievements include serving as mayor of Grand Junction , fighting tax increases, applying business principles to local government, creating a resident-led committee for COVID recovery funds, and serving on the Joint Budget Committee to advocate for Western Slope priorities.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree from Syracuse University; MBA from the University of Phoenix.
• Professional Experience: Held senior leadership roles, including CEO positions, at Swiss Army Brands, Marmot Mountain Works, The Timberland Company, and Colorado Mesa University, where he also taught business.
• Political Experience: Grand Junction City Council , including mayor ; Colorado House of Representatives District 55 .