Scott H. Chew is a Republican member of the Utah House of Representatives representing District 68, which encompasses Daggett, Duchesne, Summit, and Uintah counties. Born on April 15 in the Uintah Basin area of Utah, Chew has built a career centered on agriculture, natural resources, and public service.

Education

Chew attended Utah State University.

Political Experience

Chew first entered the Utah House of Representatives in 2015, initially representing District 55 before transitioning to District 68 in 2023, where he continues to serve. He assumed his current term on January 1, 2023.

In the legislature, Chew serves on several key committees including the Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Environment Committee and the Economic Development and Workforce Services Committee. He holds the position of Vice Chair of the Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Environmental Quality Appropriations Subcommittee. Additionally, he is a member of the Legislative Water Development Commission and the Government Operations Interim Committee.

Beyond his legislative role, Chew has been appointed by the Governor to the Agriculture, Natural & Recreational Lands Team and the Wildlife Nominating Committee.

Notable Achievements and Positions

Chew's professional background reflects deep community involvement in agricultural and conservation matters. He is the Owner/Operator of Chew Ranch/Chew Livestock Family Cooperative and serves as Co-Chairman of the Uintah Basin Applied Resource Management, a position he has held for 11 years. He previously served as Chairman of the Uintah Basin Conservation District for 5 years.

Chew maintains active board memberships with the Utah Farm Bureau and Salina Marketing. He has extensive experience with the Farm Service Committee, serving for 9 years with 8 of those years as chair. His legislative work has focused on agricultural, natural resource, and energy-related matters.