Gene Davis (politician)
Gene Davis (born July 2, 1945) is a Democratic member of the Utah Senate, representing the 3rd District (map) since 1999. He served in the Utah House of Representatives from 1987 to 1998. In 1971, Gene married his high school sweetheart, Penny, and they had a wonderful 45 years together before her passing. Together, Penny and Gene have two children, six grandchildren, and their family continues to grow. In 2021, Davis was accused of sexual harassment by a Utah Capitol staffer. Personal life, education, and career. Davis graduated from South High School. He then received his Bachelor  of Laws from LaSalle Extension University and his Radio Operational Engineering (Electrical Engineering) degree. He worked in public relations and advertising. Davis is a widower, his wife Penny died in 2015. Political career. Davis has served on the Sugarhouse Community Council as the past chair. He is also the past president for the Sugarhouse Rotary. Davis served in the House of Representatives from January 1, 1987 - December 31, 1998. He was elected to the Senate in 1998. In 2012, Senator Davis was elected as the Minority Leader in the senate. In 2016, Senator Davis served on the following committees: Electoral  history. In 2014 Senator Davis ran unopposed in the primary and general election. Legislation. Notable legislation. In 2016 Senator Davis sponsored the bill SB77, which would have created full medicaid expansion for the state under the Affordable Care Act. The bill did not pass, instead Representative Dunnigan's health care bill HB437 passed.