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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.
April 12, 2022
Gov. Spencer Cox appoints Theresa Foxley and Dan Hemmert to Inland Port Authority
SALT LAKE CITY (April 12, 2022) – Gov. Spencer J. Cox has named Theresa Foxley and Dan Hemmert to the Inland Port Authority Board. In March, the Utah Legislature passed HB443 which requires the governor to appoint two individuals to the Inland Port Authority Board: one who is engaged in statewide economic development or corporate recruitment and retention; and one
March 14, 2022
Gov. Cox appoints boards and commissions members
SALT LAKE CITY (March 14, 2022) — Gov. Spencer Cox made appointments to the following boards upon advice and consent of the Senate. Increasing diversity on Utah’s boards and commissions is a key part of the Equality and Opportunity section of the One Utah Roadmap, the 500-day plan of the Cox-Henderson administration. To learn more about how to get involved on
March 4, 2022
Gov. Cox names Darryle Rude as interim commissioner of the Utah Department of Financial Institutions
SALT LAKE CITY (March 4, 2022) – Gov. Spencer Cox has appointed Darryle Rude as interim commissioner of the Utah Department of Financial Institutions. “Darryle has shown nothing but professionalism and competency during his time at the Department of Financial Institutions and in his current role as chief examiner,” Gov. Cox said. “I’m grateful he’s willing to take on this
February 23, 2022
Gov. Spencer J. Cox names Mandy Larsen to 6th District Judicial Appointment
SALT LAKE CITY (Feb. 23, 2022) – Gov. Spencer J. Cox has named Mandy Larsen as the 6th District Judicial appointee. The governor’s nominations are subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate. “Mandy Larsen has demonstrated a strong commitment to justice as both a prosecutor and defense attorney,” Gov. Cox said. “I’m pleased she has the desire to serve the
February 18, 2022
Gov. Spencer J. Cox names David Johnson to the Third District Juvenile Court
SALT LAKE CITY (Feb. 18, 2022) – Gov. Spencer J. Cox has named David Johnson as the Third District Juvenile Court appointee filling Judge Mark May’s vacancy. The governor’s nominations are subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate. “David Johnson has a track record of excellence as a guardian ad litem, juvenile defense attorney and assistant attorney general,” Gov. Cox
January 28, 2022
Gov. Cox names new state Medicaid Director
SALT LAKE CITY (Jan. 28, 2022) – Gov. Spencer J. Cox announced the appointment of Jennifer Strohecker as the state’s new Medicaid Director. The appointment is subject to approval by the Utah Senate. “I’m very pleased to have Jennifer take on this new role,” Gov. Cox said. “Her success in directing health care initiatives and fostering productive relationships with stakeholders