About the Governor:
Gov. Spencer J. Cox was born and raised in Fairview, a town of 1,247 residents located about two hours south of Salt Lake City.
He first met Abby Palmer at age 16, and the couple married after his service as a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mexico. He graduated from Snow College, Utah State University, and Washington and Lee University School of Law.
Gov. Cox launched his legal career clerking for U.S. District Judge Ted Stewart and began building a successful law practice at the Salt Lake City firm of Fabian & Clendenin. He then returned to Fairview to join the family business, CentraCom, as vice president and general counsel.
A sixth generation Utahn, Gov. Cox served as a city councilman, mayor, county commissioner, and member of the Utah House before being appointed to serve as Utah’s lieutenant governor in 2013.
Since his election as governor in November 2020, Gov. Cox has led out on some of the state’s most daunting challenges including the current coronavirus crisis, homelessness, suicide prevention, and bullying. Under his leadership, Utah has re-emerged as the best economy in the nation, with unprecedented funding for education and increased support for Utah’s rural communities. Among the first governors to welcome refugees from Afghanistan, Gov. Cox is a staunch advocate for civility in politics and is committed to improving opportunities for all Utahns.
Gov. Cox and First Lady Abby Cox are proud parents of four children: Gavin, Kaleb, Adam, and Emma Kate.
SALT LAKE CITY, UT – The Fourth District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Fourth District Juvenile Court. This position was created by the Legislature during the 2024 Legislative Session. The nominees…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox and First Lady Abby Cox honored Utah artists who positively impact the arts and their communities at the September 2024 Governor’s Mansion Artist Awards. This year’s honorees include…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Gov. Spencer J. Cox has redirected $1.2 million of American Rescue Plan (ARP) Emergency Assistance to Non-Public Schools (EANS) funds to the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief Program (GEER), creating a new grant…
Read More »We’re excited to share our Rural Affairs Quarterly Report for August 2024. The report contains a wide range of investments, engagement and growth happening in rural Utah! The Division of Drinking Water is overseeing 45 drinking water…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has issued an order for the flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah to be flown at half-staff on all state facilities in recognition of Overdose Awareness Day (H.C.R. 17,…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT – Gov. Spencer J. Cox has declared September 2024 as American Founders and Constitution Month and Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024, as a Day of Prayer, Fasting and Contemplation for our nation. “For more than two centuries,…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT -- The Third District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Third District Court. This position was created by the Legislature during the 2024 Legislative Session. The nominees for the vacancy…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT -- Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has issued an executive order declaring a state of emergency due to recent flooding in Utah communities. Many Utahns have seen significant damage to homes and public infrastructure over the past…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY – Utah Gov. Spencer Cox signs three bills from the August special session. Information on the bills signed on Aug 22nd, can be found below: SB 4001 Justice Court Jurisdiction SB 4002 Ballot Proposition Amendments SB…
Read More »Utah’s lawsuit seeks to end unconstitutional federal control over 18.5 million acres of BLM-held land SALT LAKE CITY – On Aug 20th, after decades of legal analysis, Utah filed a landmark public lands lawsuit asking the U.S. Supreme…
Read More »What: Gov. Spencer J. Cox, along with Utah leaders, will hold a press conference to announce state action for Utah public lands. Printed and digital press kits will be available at the event. When: Tuesday, August 20 at 11:00 a.m.…
Read More »Utah Gov. Spencer Cox issues statement on execution of Taberon Honie. “Early this morning on Aug 8th, the state of Utah fulfilled its legal obligation to carry out the execution of Taberon Honie. The actions of Mr. Honie that lead to his…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – The Fifth District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for two vacancies on the Fifth District Court. These positions result from the retirement of Judge Eric A. Ludlow, October 1, 2024, and the…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT -- The Sixth District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Sixth District Court. This position results from the retirement of Judge Marvin D. Bagley, September 30, 2024. The nominees for the…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Judge Rita Cornish to become the first judge in the new Business and Chancery Court. The Business and Chancery court was created by the Legislature in 2023 House Bill 216. It is a…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Shawn Howell to the Fourth District Court, filling a vacancy created by Judge Robert Lund’s departure. Judicial appointments are subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate. …
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – On July 24th, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) officially awarded Salt Lake City, Utah the host contract for the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. After 32 years and more than a decade in the making,…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY - During the National Governors Association (NGA) Summer Meeting, Matthew McConaughey joined NGA Chair Utah Governor Spencer Cox and NGA Vice Chair Colorado Governor Jared Polis for a conversation about the role of culture in…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY - The nation’s governors met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday. President Zelenskyy attended the National Governors Association (NGA) Summer Meeting in Salt Lake City, participating in a private meeting with…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY - Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox hosted a high-level Ukrainian delegation at the National Governors Association, including President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenska, Head of the Office to the President of Ukraine…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (July 11, 2024) – The issues addressed in today’s opinion by the Utah Supreme Court are significant – so significant that I filed an amicus brief with the Court last year. While I disagree with some of the…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (July 11, 2024) – During the National Governors Association (NGA) Summer Meeting, NGA Chair Utah Gov. Spencer Cox shared the top takeaways from his year-long Disagree Better campaign and unveiled study results indicating the…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (July 10, 2024) – The nation’s governors will meet in Salt Lake City for the National Governors Association (NGA) Summer Meeting July 11-12. Governors will join federal officials and leaders from business, academia and…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (July 8, 2024) – Gov. Spencer Cox appointed Dr. Rich Nye to be his senior advisor of education. Nye will join the Cox administration on July 29. “We’ve made great progress in raising teacher pay and ensuring that…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY - The nation’s governors will meet in Salt Lake City for the National Governors Association (NGA) Summer Meeting July 11-12. Governors will join federal officials and leaders from business, academia and philanthropy for…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (July 1, 2024) – Today Gov. Spencer Cox appointed Laura Hanson to be his senior advisor of long-range planning. She will continue serving as managing director of planning coordination within the Governor’s Office of…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – In November 2022, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon and Idaho Gov. Brad Little sent a letter to Administrator Michael Regan on the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s Proposed ozone…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (June 27, 2024) – The Business and Chancery Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Business and Chancery Court. This position was created by the Legislature during the 2024 Legislative Session.…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (June 27, 2024) – The Fourth District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Fourth District Court. This position results from the completion of Judge Robert Lund’s term, effective Jan.…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY – Gov. Cox signed six bills passed during Wednesday’s special session. HB 3001 Exchange Student Guardianship Amendments HB 3002 Public Lands Funding Amendments HB 3003 School District Amendments HB 3004 Energy…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY - Gov. Spencer Cox is calling the Utah Legislature into a special session to address several matters of urgent state business. The special session will be held on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 4 p.m. Please see the proclamation…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT -- Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Jeff Buhman as a pro tempore member of the Utah Board of Pardons and Parole. Appointments require approval by the Utah Senate. “Jeff’s extensive legal experience and…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT -- Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Sandi Clemens to serve as a juvenile court judge in the Third District. If confirmed, Clemens will fill the vacancy left by Judge Elizabeth A. Lindsley’s retirement. Judicial…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has ordered the flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah to be flown at half-staff on all state facilities in recognition of Memorial Day. The flags should be lowered to the…
Read More »What: Gov. Spencer Cox, First Lady Abby Cox, Utah Foster Care and Utah’s interfaith leaders will host a press conference on foster care needs. Who: Gov. Spencer Cox First Lady Abby Cox Elder Hugo E. Martinez, The Church of Jesus…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT -- Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Angela Adams to Utah’s Fifth District Juvenile Court, filling a position created by the retirement of Judge Paul Dame. Judicial appointments are subject to confirmation by the Utah…
Read More »What: Gov. Cox will participate in his monthly news conference with reporters. Who: Gov. Spencer J. Cox When: Thursday, May 16 at 10 a.m. Where: PBS Utah Studios Note: The conference will be streamed live…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has issued an order for the flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah to be raised back to full-staff on all state facilities after the funeral services of Sgt. Bill Hooser of…
Read More »What: Gov. Spencer Cox will speak with reporters before attending funeral services for fallen Santaquin Police Sgt. Bill Hooser. Who: Gov. Spencer J. Cox When: Monday, May 13, 2024 9:15 a.m. Where: Utah Valley University UCCU…
Read More »NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – National Governors Association (NGA) Chair Utah Gov. Spencer Cox and Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee will host the next convening in a series of bipartisan events in support of Gov. Cox’s NGA Chair’s Initiative:…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Cas Melanson White to Utah’s Seventh District Juvenile Court, filling a vacancy created by Presiding Judge Mary L. Manley’s retirement. Judicial appointments are subject…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has issued an order for the flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah to be flown at half-staff on all state facilities in recognition of the passing of Sgt. Bill Hooser of…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT – National Governors Association (NGA) Chair Utah Gov. Spencer Cox and Vice Chair Colorado Gov. Jared Polis will meet with credentialed members of the media via Zoom to field questions regarding recent legislative proposals…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has issued an order for the flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah to be flown at half-staff on all state facilities in recognition of the National Fallen Firefighters…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY – Gov. Spencer Cox has named Dan Bokovoy to the Board of Pardons and Parole (BOPP). This appointment is subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate. This position results from the retirement of former BOPP Chair Carrie Cochran. …
Read More »Applications are now being accepted for a member position on the Board of Pardons and Parole. This position results from the need to fill a longstanding vacancy. Applications must be submitted online by Friday, May 17, 2024. Questions, or to…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY – The Third District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Third District Juvenile Court. This position results from the retirement of Judge Elizabeth A. Lindsley, Aug. 1, 2024. The…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – The Fifth District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Fifth District Juvenile Court. This position results from the retirement of Judge Paul E. Dame, Aug. 1, 2024. The nominees for…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT – Governor Spencer Cox has announced the nominations of Richard Pehrson and Richard Daynes to serve as judges in Third District Court. Both appointments are subject to approval by the Utah Senate. If approved, they will fill…
Read More »Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson to host Golden Spike ceremonial bill signing What: Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson will host a ceremonial bill signing to highlight SCR 6, which creates the Golden Spike State Monument. Who: Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson …
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT - Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has issued an order for the flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah to be flown at half-staff on all state facilities in recognition of the passing of dedicated public servant…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY – On April 10th morning, First Lady Abby Cox underwent surgery at the University of Utah Hospital. Jon Pierpont, chief of staff to Gov. Spencer Cox, released the following statement about the procedure: “After weeks of…
Read More »What: Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson will host a ceremonial bill signing to highlight legislation focused on Utah’s future generations. Who: Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson University of Utah President Taylor Randall Rep. Stephanie Gricius Rep.…
Read More »What: Gov. Spencer Cox will host a ceremonial bill signing to highlight legislation focused on housing and growth. Who: Gov. Spencer J. Cox Rep. James Dunnigan Rep. Candice Pierucci Rep. Stephen Whyte Sen. Wayne Harper Rep. Calvin…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY – The Seventh District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Seventh District Juvenile Court. This position results from the retirement of Judge Mary L. Manley effective July 1, 2024. The…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (May 7 , 2023) – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has ordered the flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah be lowered in recognition of the victims of Allen, Texas. Given that flags are currently at the…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (May 5, 2023) – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has ordered the flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah to be lowered in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service and to pay our respects to…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (May 5, 2023) – Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has appointed Brian Redd as the new executive director of the Utah Department of Corrections. This appointment is subject to the approval of the Utah Senate. “Brian brings a wealth…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (May 3, 2023) — Education has been a top priority for our administration since we took office, and with the Legislature’s help, we’ve delivered. This is the third year in a row that we have made historic investments…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (April 25, 2023) — For the second year in a row, the legislative session concluded with significant investments targeting water conservation, efficiency and infrastructure. Our record-breaking winter that delivered the deepest…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (April 21, 2023) – Utah Gov. Spencer Cox will undergo a routine medical procedure today that requires sedation and/or anesthesia. As a result, he is issuing a declaration of temporary disability and designating Lt. Gov. Deidre…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (April 21, 2023) – Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has resumed the duties and powers of governor after a short medical procedure. He has sent a letter notifying Utah Supreme Court Chief Justice Matthew Durrant as required by state…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (April 21, 2023) – Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has issued an executive order directing Utah’s chief privacy officer to create a strategic plan to safeguard the personal information of Utahns. “From getting a driver…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (April 18, 2023) — As our state grows, we must provide more housing opportunities, build more trails and recreational options, and invest more in strategic infrastructure for the future of Utah. Today we ceremonially signed…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (April 18, 2023) – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has declared a state of emergency due to flooding and the resulting avalanches, landslides, rockslides, mudslides, and other dangerous conditions the state is experiencing.…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (April 13, 2023) – Gov. Spencer Cox, President J. Stuart Adams and Speaker Brad Wilson issued the following statement regarding Utah being ranked as the number one state for economic outlook by Rich States, Poor States:…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (April 14, 2023) – Gov. Spencer Cox has appointed Marvin Dodge to serve as the executive director of the Utah Department of Government Operations. This position requires the approval of the Utah Senate. “Marvin brings a…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (April 11, 2023) – Our state is only as strong as our families. Today we signed bills focused on protecting and supporting families and children in Utah – including historic domestic violence legislation. These bills will…
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Read More »**Events labeled Media Access indicate that an event is open to media. Events labeled Media Availability indicates that an event is open to the media and that a media Q&A is planned.** **Please note that if a remote surge day is called, the…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (March 27, 2023) – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has ordered the flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah be lowered in honor of the victims in Nashville, Tennessee. Flags should be lowered to the half-staff…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (March 21, 2023) – Utah Gov. Spencer Cox issued an executive order today continuing the significance of Utah’s historic state flag as Utahns gain a new state flag. The executive order reaffirms the historic state flag will…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. A legislative update Last week we wrapped up the 2023 General Legislative…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. Last day of the Legislative Session We’re almost there! Today is the…
Read More »Historic funding for education, housing, water and tax cuts reflect administration priorities SALT LAKE CITY – Governor Spencer Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson declared the 2023 General Legislative Session a resounding success for the…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT – Governor Spencer Cox has issued a request to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to extend the boundary of Utah’s Northern Wasatch Front ozone nonattainment area (NAA) to include US Magnesium, located in Tooele…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. Honoring a dear friend Pamela Atkinson has rendered extraordinary service to…
Read More »Events labeled Media Access indicate that an event is open to media. Events labeled Media Availability indicates that an event is open to the media and that a media Q&A is planned. Please note that if a remote surge day is called, the governor…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (Feb. 21, 2023) – Today, the Governor’s Office and Utah State Legislature released revised revenue numbers for state fiscal year (FY) 2023-24. Utah’s economy is in a strong position, ranking as the best state for…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. Making Utah economic history This week we were thrilled to announce the largest…
Read More »The $11 billion investment will create 800 direct TI jobs and thousands of indirect jobs Salt Lake City, UT — On Feb 15th, the Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity awarded Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) a post-performance…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (Feb. 16, 2023) – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox signed three bills today. Gov. Cox has signed 13 pieces of legislation from the 2023 General Legislative Session to date. Information on bills signed today can be found below. -SB…
Read More »What: Gov. Cox will participate in his monthly news conference with reporters. Who: Gov. Spencer J. Cox When: Thursday, Feb. 16 at 10 a.m. Where: PBS Utah Studios Notes: The conference will be streamed live online at…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (Feb. 15, 2023) — Today, the Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity awarded Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) a post-performance tax reduction for its new semiconductor factory in Lehi, Utah. The corporate…
Read More »What: Utah Gov. Spencer Cox will announce a significant corporate investment in Utah. This massive investment will create jobs and education opportunities. Who: Governor Spencer J. Cox When: Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 11:15 a.m. Where:…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. Spending time in our nation’s capital This week we traveled to…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – At the start of the Cox-Henderson administration in 2021, Team Utah released the One Utah Roadmap, a plan for the first 500 days in office. Now entering the third year of the administration, the administration is releasing…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT –Governor Spencer Cox issued the following statement on rising gas prices: “Over the last week, Utahns have seen gasoline prices increase again. Prices were just beginning to normalize when a Utah refinery closed for…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT – Utah Governor Spencer Cox has issued Executive Order 2023-02directing the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands to raise the Great Salt Lake causeway berm. "The Great Salt Lake is crucial to our environment,…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (Feb. 3, 2023) – Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has issued Executive Order 2023-02 directing the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands to raise the Great Salt Lake causeway berm. “The Great Salt Lake is crucial to our…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (Feb. 2, 2023) – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox signed eight bills today. Gov. Cox has signed 10 pieces of legislation from the 2023 General Legislative Session to date. Information on bills signed today can be found below. HB 1:…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT – Governor Spencer Cox has issued an Executive Ordercreating a time-limited task force on state agency collaboration and data sharing. “With 23,000 state employees, we need to ensure that all state departments are…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH (Feb. 1, 2023) – There is an opening on the Utah Public Service Commission due to the retirement of Commissioner Ron Allen. The Public Service Commission was established under the Public Utilities Act of 1917 to…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT – Governor Spencer J. Cox signed two bills on Jan 28, 2023. He signed Senate Bill 16, Transgender Medical Treatment and Procedures, and House Bill 215, Funding for Teacher Salaries and Optional Education. These two bills…
Read More »Events labeled Media Access indicate that an event is open to media. Events labeled Media Availability indicates that an event is open to the media and that a media Q&A is planned. lease note that if a remote surge day is called, the governor…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. Taking action to protect our youth On Monday, we announced the state of Utah…
Read More »Gov. Spencer Cox Signs Education Funding, Transgender Medical Bills SALT LAKE CITY– Gov. Spencer J. Cox signed two bills today. He signed Senate Bill 16, Transgender Medical Treatment and Procedures, and House Bill 215, Funding for Teacher…
Read More »Utah Governor's Spirit Of Service Award We’re excited to announce the second annual Governor’s Spirit of Service Award! Like so many Utahns, we are constantly looking for opportunities to listen, learn from one another and improve…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox has ordered the flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah be lowered in honor and remembrance of the victims in Monterey Park, California. Flags should be lowered to…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. The State of our State Last night, we delivered our third State of the State…
Read More »Invites children and grandchildren to focus on “faith in good things to come,” not fear Salt Lake City, UT — Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox delivered his 2023 State of the State address to the people of Utah and the Utah State…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (Jan. 19, 2023) — Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox delivered his 2023 State of the State address to the people of Utah and the Utah State Legislature, directing his message to the next generation of Utahns. The governor invited…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT - Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox has appointed Jason Nelson to Utah’s 2nd District Court, filling the vacancy left by Judge David Connors’ retirement. Judicial appointments are subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate.…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. A conversation about social media and youth mental health We’re worried…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT – Governor Spencer J. Cox has appointed Ryan Starks as the new executive director of the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity. This appointment is subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate. He also named…
Read More »Gov. Spencer Cox Appoints Judge Amy J. Oliver to Utah Court of Appeals Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Judge Amy J. Oliver to the Utah State Court of Appeals. Judicial appointments are subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate.…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox hosted a Social Media and Youth Mental Health Symposium on Tuesday, January 10, 2023. Experts and legislators discussed recent research and the mental health challenges Utah youth currently…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Governor Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. Happy New Year, Utah! 2023 is looking bright, Utah! We’re excited…
Read More »ICYMI: What Does it Mean to be Fiscally Responsible in Utah? Utah’s economy remains among the strongest in the nation, but what does it mean to be “fiscally responsible” in our state? Gov. Cox recently explained how we want to…
Read More »2022 Wrap-Up SALT LAKE CITY – It’s been a true honor to serve as your governor this year! We’ve met so many impressive Utahns and had so many incredible experiences as we’ve traveled throughout the state, but here are a…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT – Utah Governor Spencer Cox has nominated Jay Winward to the Fifth District Court, filling the vacancy created by Judge Jeffrey Wilcox's retirement. Winward's nomination requires confirmation by the Utah Senate. “Jay…
Read More »Happy holidays from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. NOTE: We won’t be sending a newsletter next week, but will be back Jan.…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. Skills-first hiring initiative This week we announced the state’s effort…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Governor Spencer Cox has issued an emergency order to suspend federal regulations limiting the hours drivers can work to deliver liquid petroleum gas. Demand for propane has spiked in Utah and neighboring states due to…
Read More »Gov. Cox Issues Executive Order To Suspend Propane Delivery Rules SALT LAKE CITY– Gov. Spencer Cox has issued an emergency order to suspend federal regulations limiting the hours drivers can work to deliver liquid petroleum gas. Demand…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has named Coral Sanchez to fill the Third District Court vacancy left by Judge Su Chon's retirement. Sanchez’s nomination requires confirmation by the Utah Senate. “Coral Sanchez brings…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Utah Governor Spencer Cox announced the state’s efforts to eliminate the requirement for bachelor’s degrees in its employee recruitment and emphasized similar support by local governments and the private…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Governor Spencer J. Cox has issued an executive order to prohibit the use of TikTok on all state-owned electronic devices. This order will take effect immediately. The order states that agency or agency employees may…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. Investing in people, preparing for the future This week we unveiled our…
Read More »South Jordan, UT – On Dec 9th, Governor Spencer J. Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson unveiled their full budget recommendations and priorities for fiscal year 2024. On top of more than $1 billion in tax cuts and historic investments in teacher…
Read More »Kaysville, UT – On Dec 8th, Governor Spencer J. Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson announced that their fiscal year 2024 budget recommendations will include $1 billion in tax cuts and a $6,000 compensation increase for every teacher in the…
Read More »What: Gov. Spencer Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson will release their proposed FY24 budget on Friday, Dec. 9, 2022. Ahead of the general announcement, Gov. Cox will share education and tax cut announcements on Thursday, Dec. 8. Media are…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT — Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has ordered the flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah to be lowered in recognition of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. Flags should be lowered to the half-staff…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY – The Second District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Second District Court. This position results from the retirement of Judge David M. Connors, March 16, 2023. The nominees for the…
Read More »What: Gov. Spencer Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson will release their proposed FY24 budget on Friday, Dec. 9, 2022. Ahead of the general announcement, Gov. Cox will share education and tax cut announcements on Thursday, Dec. 8. Media are…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. Utah: The most charitable state We are grateful to live in a state full of…
Read More »What: Gov. Spencer Cox and First Lady Abby Cox will host the annual holiday reveal at the historic Kearns Mansion. Fourth grade students from Midvale Elementary have been invited to decorate the Christmas tree and read holiday books. Media are…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. So much to be thankful for We have so many reasons to be thankful. We are…
Read More »What: Gov. Spencer Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson to serve Thanksgiving dinner at The Rescue Mission of Salt Lake. Who: Gov. Spencer Cox and family Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson When: Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. Where: …
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. Welcoming new governors This week we were pleased to meet five in-coming…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT -- The Appellate Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Utah Court of Appeals. This position results from the confirmation of Judge Jill Pohlman to the Utah Supreme Court on Aug. 17, 2022. The…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT – Utah’s 2022 fiscal year has ended with a revenue surplus. State leaders will have an additional $130.2 million in the General Fund and $1.235 billion in the Income Tax Fund to appropriate during the 2023 General…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT - The Third District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Third District Court. This position results from the retirement of Judge Su J. Chon, Nov. 25, 2022. The nominees for the vacancy are:…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. Honoring Utah’s Veterans Nov 11th, is Veterans Day. We are proud of the…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. Saving the Great Salt Lake The Great Salt Lake continues to reach record low…
Read More »Salt Lake City — With Utah’s Great Salt Lake reaching new record lows, Gov. Spencer Cox has issued a proclamation suspending new water appropriations within the Great Salt Lake Basin, including the Bear, Weber, and Jordan River basins…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY – The Fifth District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Fifth District Court. This position results from the retirement of Judge Jeffrey C. Wilcox, February 16, 2023. The nominees for the…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT - Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has nominated Aaron Flater to the Third District Juvenile Court. Flater will be filling a vacancy left by Judge Renee M. Jimenez's retirement. Judicial nominations are subject to confirmation by the Utah…
Read More »Salt Lake City– Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox and Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) Executive Director Carlos Braceras announced a vision to build a network of trails that would connect Utahns of all ages and abilities to their…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. Utah 360 Recap: Utah County As part of the Utah 360 Tour, we're traveling all…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. Talking about the negative effects of social media Earlier this week we had…
Read More »Gov. Spencer J. Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson: Schedule for Oct. 24 - Oct. 28, 2022 *Events labeled Media Access indicate that an event is open to media. Events labeled Media Availability indicates that an event is open to the media and that a…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT – After meeting with representatives of the Washington County Water Conservancy District, Gov. Spencer Cox commended the district for its move toward long-term conservation measures in the face of mounting growth and severe…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 17, 2022) – Gov. Spencer Cox joined 12 governors in a letter to Congress advocating a path to permanent legal residency for the thousands of Afghan humanitarian parolees who have arrived in the United States over the past…
Read More »Salt Lake City, UT – Today, Gov. Spencer Cox called on Utah parents, teachers and legislators to support policies to protect Utah children from the negative effects of social media. “Like seat belt laws and tobacco regulations enacted…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. One Utah Summit This week we hosted the One Utah Summit in Cedar City! This…
Read More »WASHINGTON – National Governors Association (NGA) Chair New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and NGA Vice Chair Utah Governor Spencer Cox will convene Governors, First Spouses and health experts for a conversation on Strengthening Youth Mental…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. Utah 360 goes to Washington County We’ve been visiting communities…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 7, 2022) – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has ordered the flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah to be lowered in recognition of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service. Flags should be…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Twenty-three state employees were recipients of the Governor’s Award for Excellence. Gov. Spencer J. Cox presented the awards during a ceremony this afternoon at the Kearns Mansion. The awards are an annual event…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY - Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed John D. Luthy to the Utah State Court of Appeals. Judicial appointments are subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate. “John is an accomplished attorney and public servant and will…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 4, 2022) – Twenty-three state employees were recipients of the Governor’s Award for Excellence. Gov. Spencer J. Cox presented the awards during a ceremony this afternoon at the Kearns Mansion. The awards are an…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. A quick thank you This week we said goodbye to Ken Palmer, father to First…
Read More »What: Governor Cox continues his “Utah 360” statewide tour by speaking at the Utah Tourism Conference in Uintah County. Following the Utah Tourism Conference, Gov. Cox will be visiting students at Uintah High School. News media are…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. Honoring Utah’s First Lady We were proud to help celebrate Utah First…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY, UT - Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox has appointed Paul Tsosie to the board of the Colorado River Authority of Utah. A member of the Navajo Nation, Tsosie fills the newly-created seat designated to ensure representation for Utah’s…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY - The British State Funeral Committal Service of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will occur on, Sept. 19, 2022, beginning at 11 a.m. BST. Flags should remain at half-staff until sunset this evening, after which, flags should be…
Read More »Nominees Announced for 3rd District Juvenile Court Vacancy-Sep 20,2022 SALT LAKE CITY(Sept. 20, 2022) – The Third District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Third District Juvenile Court. This…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. Strengthening ties in Israel Team Utah got an up-close look at…
Read More »Happy Friday from #OneUtah, a weekly update from the office of Gov. Spencer J. Cox. Here’s your recap of what we did this week, what's on the horizon, and more. Creating more affordable housing in Utah We’re happy to share that…
Read More »Salt Lake City - Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has authorized the flag of the United States of America and the flag of the state of Utah to be lowered to half-staff at all state facilities on Sept. 11, 2022 in recognition of Patriot Day and National Day…
Read More »SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox has authorized the flag of the United States of America and the flag of the state of Utah to be lowered to the half-staff position in honor of former Queen Elizabeth II. Flags should be lowered…
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