Representative Owens is dedicated to enhancing education, bolstering Utah's economy, safeguarding our air quality, and preserving the unique aspects of Utah that make it special. In his legislative capacity, he has introduced bills aimed at preserving the Great Salt Lake and Utah's water resources. He also works tirelessly to ensure that Utah's Tribal Nations have a strong connection with elected officials and places a high priority on conserving public lands. Representative Owens serves as the co-chair of the Great Salt Lake Caucus and the Bipartisan Clean Air Caucus.

Outside of his legislative duties, Representative Owens is an attorney with over thirty years of experience in resolving intricate commercial, environmental, and employment disputes. He was born and raised in Salt Lake City, holds degrees from the University of Utah and Yale Law School, and lives in Millcreek with his wife, Cynthia Smart Owens. Furthermore, he is the founder of Utah Outdoor Partners, a non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness about the value of Utah's outdoor spaces and advocating for the development of parks, trails, and recreational infrastructure to keep pace with the state's population growth.