Today Congressman Chaffetz released the following statement regarding the tragic death of former Utah Speaker of the House Rebecca Lockhart:
"The devastating passing of Speaker, leader, trailblazer and friend Becky Lockhart weighs heavily upon all of us in the Chaffetz office. Working with Utah's first female Speaker of the House was a great privilege for each of us. Her story of strong leadership, decisive action and firm devotion to principle will long be remembered.
"I appreciate the unprecedented levels of inclusion and cooperation she brought to the speakership. She remains a powerful role model for women and men across the state. Julie and I express our profound sadness to the Lockhart family and our gratitude for the sacrifices that enabled Utah to benefit from her extraordinary leadership."