Governor's News

SALT LAKE CITY (July 1, 2021) — Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Pamela Atkinson,  Brian Higgins, Bonnie Kier-Herrick and Tiffanie Price to serve as voting members of the Utah Homelessness Council. “Finding lasting solutions to better serve those experiencing homelessness remains a top priority of this administration,” Gov. Cox said. “I’m grateful for the time, experience and perspectives Pamela,

SALT LAKE CITY (June 29, 2021) — Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Marlo M. Oaks as treasurer for the state of Utah. He replaces David Damschen, who recently resigned to take a position in the nonprofit sector.  “Marlo’s broad experience in investment banking, risk management and portfolio oversight makes him an excellent choice as custodian of public funds,” said

SALT LAKE CITY (June 23, 2021) — Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Ryan Tenney to the Utah Court of Appeals. The governor’s nominations are subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate. “Ryan is one of the most accomplished and respected appellate attorneys in the state,” Gov. Cox said. “His appellate experience, sharp legal writing and ethical grounding will make

SALT LAKE CITY (June 17, 2021) — Gov. Spencer J. Cox, State Attorney General Sean D. Reyes, and State Auditor John Dougall today announce their respective appointments to the newly created Personal Privacy Oversight Commission (Commission). The Commission was created by the Legislature during the most recent legislative session (see HB 243).  The purpose of the 12-member Commission is to

SALT LAKE CITY (June 16, 2021) — 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

SALT LAKE CITY (June 15, 2021) — The Second District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Second District Court.  The vacancy results from the retirement of Judge Robert J. Dale, August 16, 2021. The nominees for the vacancy are: Yvette Donosso, assistant city attorney, Bountiful City; Richard Gallegos, adult defender, Davis County Public Defender’s Office;