Meet Senator Kirk Cullimore

Public Service and Leadership

Senator Kirk A. Cullimore Jr. has represented Utah’s District 9 since 2018 and currently serves as Senate Majority Leader. Known for his thoughtful, principled leadership, Senator Cullimore works to strengthen Utah’s business climate, uphold public safety, and ensure government accountability.

Professional Background

A graduate of Utah Valley University and Brigham Young University with degrees in music, Senator Cullimore began his career as a music educator and small business owner before earning his Juris Doctor from the University of Oklahoma. His legal career has spanned federal Indian law, business and contract law, property management, and fair housing. He continues to practice law in Utah, focusing on issues that impact local communities and small businesses.

As Senate Majority Leader, Senator Cullimore helps shape Utah’s budget and legislative priorities. He serves on the Executive Appropriations Committee and Legislative Management Committee to ensure taxpayer dollars are used wisely. His work on the Business and Labor Committee and Revenue and Taxation Committee reflects his commitment to keeping Utah’s economy strong, supporting free enterprise, and maintaining a fair and predictable tax structure.

He also serves on the Judiciary, Law Enforcement, and Criminal Justice Committee and the Criminal Justice Appropriations Subcommittee, where he promotes balanced policies that keep Utah safe and fair. Additional assignments include the Economic and Community Development Appropriations Subcommittee, Ethnic Studies Commission, and the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Coordination Committee.

Commitment to Community

Outside the Capitol, Senator Cullimore serves as Chairman of the Board for the Suzuki String Institute, accompanies the local elementary school choir, and has volunteered as Co-Chair of the Brookwood Elementary School Community Council. He also serves on the Utah Valley University Alumni Association Board and previously chaired government affairs for the Utah Apartment Association.

Family and Personal Life

Senator Cullimore and his wife, Heather, live in Sandy, Utah, where they are raising their six children. Together, they stay busy with their family’s many activities—from music lessons to soccer games—and remain committed to serving their community.