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What the Cox-Henderson administration accomplished in our first 500 days – and what’s next
May 19, 2022SALT LAKE CITY (May 19, 2022) – Today, Gov. Spencer Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson marked their 500th day in office by releasing a list of their major achievements to the public. They also thanked state employees, legislators and community members for their help in accomplishing these goals. “The past 500 days have been […]
Tags: Bills Civility and Service COVID-19 Education Executive Order Executive Orders Future Prosperity Opportunity Rural Rural Matters Read MoreGovernor’s Office and Legislature Release Updated Budget Estimates
February 18, 2022SALT LAKE CITY (Feb. 18, 2022) – The Governor’s Office, Utah Senate, and House of Representatives released revenue numbers for state fiscal year (FY) 2022-23. Utah is leading the nation in economic performance and continues to exceed expectations. Though Utah’s economy is strong, there are significant factors, including federal stimulus wind down, that may dampen […]
Read MoreGov. Cox and Lt. Gov. Henderson unveil FY2023 budget
December 6, 2021SALT LAKE CITY (Dec. 7, 2021) – Today Gov. Spencer J. Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson unveiled their budget recommendations and priorities for Fiscal Year 2023. Their proposal highlights historic investments in education and infrastructure (including water and affordable housing) while also providing $160 million in tax relief to Utahns through a grocery tax […]
Read MoreUtah’s 2021 fiscal year ends strong
November 16, 2021SALT LAKE CITY (Nov. 16, 2021) – Utah’s 2021 fiscal year is ending stronger than anticipated. State leaders will have an additional $614 million to appropriate during the 2022 General Session. These funds are likely an anomaly due to federal stimulus money and economic volatility. Gov. Spencer J. Cox, President J. Stuart Adams and Speaker […]
Read MoreGov. Cox sets Nov. 9 for special legislative session
November 5, 2021SALT LAKE CITY (Nov. 5, 2021) – Today Gov. Spencer J. Cox called state legislators to meet in special session on Tuesday, Nov. 9 at 10:30 a.m. Gov. Cox authorized nine issues to be considered by lawmakers including consideration of updated Congressional, legislative and other district boundaries, a proposal to change the name of Dixie […]
Read MoreGov. Spencer J. Cox names Marlo Oaks as new state treasurer
June 29, 2021SALT 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 […]
Read MoreGovernor’s Office of Planning and Budget completes Executive Branch Pay Equity Study
May 24, 2021SALT LAKE CITY (May 24, 2021) — The Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget (GOPB) recently completed a study of executive branch state employees, their wages, and demographic and workplace characteristics such as gender, minority status, tenure, and work performed in order to inform efforts to narrow the gender pay gap. The study contains four […]
Tags: Civility and Service Opportunity Read MoreA look at what we’ve done in our first 100 days – and what’s next
April 14, 2021It’s been 100 days since our inauguration ceremony, and Team Utah has been working tirelessly to reach crucial milestones in our #OneUtah Roadmap. We want to keep you in the loop, so here’s a 100-day update on each of our six key priorities and a look at what you can expect. Economic Advancement What we’ve […]
Tags: Civility and Service COVID-19 Education Future Prosperity Opportunity Rural Read MoreGovernor’s Office and Legislature release updated budget estimates
February 19, 2021SALT LAKE CITY (Feb. 19, 2021) — The Governor’s Office, Utah State Senate and House of Representatives released updated revenue numbers for state fiscal years 2021 and 2022. The revenue estimates show the longstanding strength of Utah’s economy, despite unprecedented financial challenges due to COVID-19. The new consensus revenue estimates identify $112 million in additional […]
Tags: Future Prosperity Opportunity Read MoreGov. Spencer Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson present FY 2022 budget proposal
January 11, 2021CEDAR CITY (Jan. 11, 2021) — Gov. Spencer J. Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson unveiled their FY 2022 budget priorities, featuring major investments in education, infrastructure, open space and a tax decrease. The $21.7 billion budget includes $250 million to assist the state’s public health partners, households, businesses and schools affected by the coronavirus; […]
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