Senate President J. Stuart Adams and Minority Leader Luz Escamilla issue the following statement regarding the passing of former Sen. Karen Mayne:
“Today, we lost an extraordinary stateswoman and one of our dearest friends. Sen. Karen Mayne was a trailblazer and exceptional leader who showed us how working together, despite political differences, can strengthen our state.
“We will forever be grateful for the years we were lucky enough to spend working alongside Sen. Mayne. During this time, we witnessed her unwavering dedication, compassion and grace in serving the people of Utah. Not only was she a confidant of ours but also a source of inspiration, both personally and professionally.
“Throughout her 15 years as a senator, she has passionately and successfully advocated for impactful improvements for our state. She was one of the most effective legislators and consistently passed the most bills during sessions.
“We mourn with and pray for her family during this time of grieving. Her memory and legacy will remain forever in our hearts as we strive to follow her example of living and serving with love.”
The Mayne family is grateful for all the love and support they have received from the community, friends and colleagues. The family respectfully requests privacy during this difficult time.
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