Patrick Belmont is a water scientist, energy expert, and university educator running as an independent candidate for Utah House District 3. He is a professor in Utah State University's Watershed Sciences Department with over 20 years of professional experience solving energy, water, air pollution, economic and housing problems. Belmont holds a Ph.D. in Earth and Environmental Sciences from Lehigh University (2007), a master's degree from Lehigh University (2007), and a bachelor's degree from Texas Christian University (2000). He previously ran for the seat in 2022 and 2024, losing to incumbents Dan Johnson and then Jason Thompson respectively. Belmont serves as vice-chair of Logan City's Clean Energy and Sustainability Advisory Board.
Patrick Belmont was born in Chicago, Illinois and received his bachelor's degree from Texas Christian University in 2000, and both a master's degree and Ph.D. from Lehigh University in 2007. He is a professor in Utah State University's Watershed Sciences Department focusing on geomorphology, river ecosystems, water quality, water resources management, and wildfires. With over 20 years of professional experience, Belmont has worked solving complex problems related to energy, water, air pollution, economics, and housing. He serves as vice-chair of Logan City's Clean Energy and Sustainability Advisory Board and is a community leader. Belmont is a father and married, and advocates for bipartisan problem-solving and depolarization in politics.