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Gov. Cox to end pandemic unemployment payments
May 12, 2021SALT LAKE CITY (May 12, 2021) — Encouraged by positive job growth, Gov. Spencer Cox announced the discontinuation of the federal unemployment programs tied to the pandemic as part of the federal stimulus package. The $300 weekly stimulus payment, as well as the other federal unemployment programs, will end June 26, 2021. “This is the […]
Tags: Future Prosperity Read MoreGov. Cox and Lt. Gov. Henderson hold ceremonial signing of economic advancement bills
May 4, 2021SALT LAKE CITY (May 4, 2021) — The commitment to develop talent, incentivize businesses and foster innovation through economic advancement is a priority of the Cox-Henderson administration as outlined in the One Utah Roadmap, its plan for the first 500 days. In celebration of these goals, Gov. Cox and Lt. Gov. Henderson held a ceremonial […]
Tags: Bills Future Prosperity Opportunity for All Read MoreGov. Cox holds ceremonial signing of government efficiency bills
April 29, 2021SALT LAKE CITY (April 29, 2021) — Government must be innovative and responsive to the public it serves. This is a top priority in our One Utah Roadmap, and it’s something we’ve been working on since day one. Today we ceremonially signed six bills that make your government more efficient. Here’s a look at them: […]
Tags: Bills Civility and Service 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 MoreUtah Delegation, State Officials Issue Statement on Interior Secretary Haaland’s Visit to Utah
April 9, 2021WASHINGTON (April 9, 2021) — U.S. Sens. Mike Lee (R-UT), Mitt Romney (R-UT), and Reps. Chris Stewart (R-UT), John Curtis (R-UT), Burgess Owens (R-UT), and Blake Moore (R-UT) with Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson, Attorney General Sean Reyes, Senate President Stuart Adams, and Speaker of the House Brad Wilson, issued this statement […]
Tags: Future Prosperity Rural Read MoreGov. Cox declares April 2021 as Utah Dark Sky Month
April 5, 2021Did you know that more than 80% of people in North America can’t see the Milky Way at night? Luckily, we have 23 accredited International Dark Sky places in Utah. With the highest concentration of International Dark-Sky Association-certified locations, however, comes great responsibility. Dark skies are integral to the well-being of many animal and plant […]
Tags: Future Prosperity Rural Read MoreGovernor signs four bills, vetoes line items and completes bill signing period
March 25, 2021SALT LAKE CITY (March 25, 2021) — Today, Gov. Spencer J. Cox signed four bills. This brings the total number of signed pieces of legislation from the 2021 General Legislative Session to 464. Information on these bills can be found below. HB 2 Public Education Budget Amendments. Eliason, S. HB 3 Current Fiscal Year Supplemental […]
Tags: Bills Read MoreUtah has the best economy according to U.S. News Best States 2021 rankings
March 9, 2021SALT LAKE CITY (March 9, 2021) – Utah’s economy ranks No. 1 among all 50 states, according to rankings released by U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and civic journalism. “These rankings confirm what Utahns have known for years: Utah is the best state in the nation for economic opportunity, for […]
Tags: Education Future Prosperity Opportunity Rural Read MoreWorkforce Services opens 30 permanent jobs in rural Utah
March 3, 2021SALT LAKE CITY (March 3, 2021) — Today the Department of Workforce Services announced 30 new permanent jobs for workers in rural communities. Since January, the department has added nearly 60 jobs outside the Wasatch Front to help boost the state’s economy. “These state jobs will provide new opportunities for Utahns in rural communities to […]
Tags: 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 […]
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