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Welcome to Governor Cox’s press shop. Here you can stay up-to-date on press releases, blog posts and more communication coming directly from our office.
August 18, 2022
Gov. Spencer Cox appoints Gregory Todd as energy advisor and director of the Office of Energy Development
SALT LAKE CITY (Aug. 18, 2022) – Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has tapped Duchesne County Commissioner Gregory Todd as his new energy advisor and director of the Office of Energy Development, an agency within the Department of Natural Resources. “Greg’s extensive experience in both the energy sector and public service make him well suited for this role in our administration,”
August 15, 2022
Gov. Spencer Cox names Daniel O’Bannon as his new general counsel
SALT LAKE CITY (Aug. 15, 2022) – Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has named Daniel O’Bannon as his new general counsel. O’Bannon will begin his new assignment on Monday, Aug. 22. “Daniel has a proven track record of problem solving, excellent legal analysis and dedicated public service,” Gov. Cox said. “We’re grateful for his service to the people of Utah and
August 15, 2022
Nominees announced for 2nd District Court vacancy
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 R. Hamilton, October 31, 2022. The nominees for the vacancy are: Richard Gallegos, adult defender, Davis County Public Defender; Matthew Hansen, deputy county attorney, Davis County Attorney’s Office; Jason Nelson, general
June 28, 2022
Watch: Gov. Spencer J. Cox appoints Judge Jill M. Pohlman to Utah Supreme Court
SALT LAKE CITY (June 28, 2022) – Today, Gov. Spencer J. Cox named Utah Court of Appeals Judge Jill M. Pohlman as his choice to serve as a Utah Supreme Court Justice. The governor’s nominations are subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate. If Pohlman is confirmed, the five-member Utah Supreme Court will be majority women for the first time
June 24, 2022
Gov. Cox appoints Rep. Joel Ferry as the new executive director of the Utah Department of Natural Resources
SALT LAKE CITY (June 24, 2022) – Gov. Spencer Cox announced Rep. Joel Ferry will be joining his administration as director of the Department of Natural Resources. This appointment is subject to approval from the Utah Senate. “From water conservation to air quality to public lands, Joel has been an effective voice for wise stewardship of the rich natural resources
June 24, 2022
Gov. Spencer J. Cox names Rick Westmoreland to 2nd District Juvenile Court
SALT LAKE CITY (June 24, 2022) – Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Rick Westmoreland to fill Judge Michelle Heward’s vacancy on the 2nd District Juvenile Court. The governor’s nominations are subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate. “Rick’s experience as both a prosecutor and defense counsel will serve him well as he joins the 2nd District Juvenile Court bench,”