I was born and raised in West Valley, Utah; the second youngest of six kids.  With four brothers, I had to learn to be tough just to survive, and so it was that as a young man I became a Golden Gloves boxer.  I love the combat sports, and have continued to train in some respect even today.

I come from an athletic family where many of us have participated in weight lifting.  I took my passion for lifting weights to the next level in 1999 and became a competitive powerlifter.  I have competed in dozens of meets, and eventually won my first world title in 2002.  To this day my best bench press in a competition is 553lbs.

My childhood best-friend had a little sister named Sherry.  Now, some would say, that I had my eye on Sherry by the time I was 11 years old.  I don't know about that, but today I have been married to Sherry for almost twelve years.  We moved to Herriman, Utah, in December of 2000.  We have three wonderful and bright children.  My family is my life.

I have always had an interest in politics, however, I never figured that I would be one to run for office.  I always considered politicians to be polished and wealthy business men.  I didn't fit the profile.  I was working as a police officer and had done so since 1997. I was also working to expand a small business of mine.  I worked paycheck to paycheck, just barely making enough that my wife could stay home with our children.  Several things occurred around 2006 that would change my life's course. 

First, it was around this time that my current Representative voted against a major tax cut. I was not happy. It was also around this time that I received a postcard advertisement in the mail from a politically active group.  I agreed with the majority of the group's stance, so I called them to offer my support.  They explained to me that my current Representative was very opposed to all of their issues.  This is when I decided that I was going to run for office out of protest for the status quo! 

Despite my political experience, my passion for principle has allowed me to accomplish much in the legislature.  You are welcome to view a few of these accomplishments at the bottom of this page.

I feel honored by the support of my constituents and friends who have helped me to become a successful state representative.  I never forget that it was you who voted me into this position, and I commit to continue to fight for your values and liberties.

I ask for your continued support by joining me using the two important links at the top of this page: Support with Donation and Support by Joining.  Thank you, and may God bless you, your family and your freedoms.

Sincerely,

Representative Carl Wimmer