SALT LAKE CITY — Sen. Daniel Thatcher, the Forward Party's lone member in the Utah State Legislature, announced his plans to resign from office ahead of the next session.

"I was first elected to the Utah State Senate at the age of 32, in a district that nobody thought would vote for a conservative. I won by listening and respecting voters from all parties. I have now served more than half my adult life. I am rightfully proud of the work I’ve done, the friends I’ve made, the votes I’ve cast, and for always keeping my word, no matter the cost or difficulty," the West Valley City lawmaker said in a statement to FOX 13 News.

"My first obligation is not to any political party, but rather to my constituents. To give them the best outcome, I am announcing my intention to resign prior to the nex

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