“After prayer, reflection, and many long conversations, I have decided that I will not seek reelection in 2026,” Owens said in a post on social media. “I will complete this term fully committed to my work in Washington D.C., and then step away from elected office.”

His announcement comes after the Utah Supreme Court rejected state lawmakers’ efforts last month to appeal a previous district court judge’s decision to restructure the state’s four districts. The change is expected to reduce the Republican-leaning districts in the state from four to three.

“I came to Congress with a simple ask from my constituents: to represent Utah’s nation-leading culture of faith, family, the free market, and education,” Owens said in a lengthy statement. “I have been proud to fight alongside President Donald J. Trump, whose leadership exposed the insidious spread of Marxism in our country and who has demonstrated that only a proud, focused, and unapologetic America can defeat it. His commitment to working families and his willingness to confront corruption head-on reaffirm that courage still matters in public life.

“It has been an honor to witness our House leadership unite our body with the Senate and President to deliver some of the most consequential legislation of our time. History will record that the 2024 trifecta gave our nation a second chance to continue our 250-year journey toward our Founders’ vision of a more perfect Union.

“With the collaboration and leadership of my colleagues, I have been able to advocate on behalf of our veterans and law enforcement officers; secure critical Utah infrastructure priorities; support our innovative, nation-leading Inland Port; and help prepare to showcase Utah to the world during the 2034 Winter Olympics.”