Utah House Speaker Brad Wilson to resign

• A House spokesperson did not give a reason for Wilson's resignation, effective Nov. 15.

Yes, but: The Kaysville Republican is anticipated to formally announce his U.S. Senate run as early as next week at an event in Draper.

Context: Last month, more than 60 conservative state lawmakers, including Senate President Stuart Adams, endorsed Wilson in the U.S. Senate race.

• Riverton Mayor Trent Staggs is also running to succeed Romney, whose decision not to seek a second term is expected to attract more candidates.

By the numbers: Wilson, a real estate developer, amassed just over $1 million in campaign contributions and loaned himself an additional $1.2 million, per Federal Election Commission filings from April to June.

What they're saying: "I am excited for my next chapter and will continue to ensure that Utah remains the best place to live, learn, work, and play," Wilson said in a statement.

Flashback: Wilson was first elected to the Utah House in 2010 and became speaker in 2019.

• Last year, he authored legislation to preserve the Great Salt Lake.
• He also supported the Utah State Prison's relocation from Draper to the west side of Salt Lake City.