Julia Pappas
Deputy Director of Communications
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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.
July 11, 2025
Gov. Cox appoints Derek Williams to Utah’s Third District Court
Governor Spencer J. Cox has appointed attorney Derek Williams to the 3rd District Court. The nomination is subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate.
July 6, 2025
Gov. Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule
**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
June 23, 2025
Gov. Cox directs H.B. 267 referendum to be submitted to voters at 2026 general election
Gov. Cox today issued an executive order directing that the referendum regarding H.B. 267.
June 22, 2025
Gov. Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule
**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
June 19, 2025
Gov. Cox names Beau Mason Commissioner of the Utah Department of Public Safety
Gov. Cox today announced the appointment of Beau Mason as Commissioner of the Utah Department of Public Safety (DPS)
June 10, 2025
Moody’s Affirms Utah’s Aaa Credit Rating, Citing Strong Fiscal Governance and Resilience
SALT LAKE CITY (June 10, 2025) – Moody’s Ratings has reaffirmed Utah’s Aaa issuer credit rating, reflecting the state’s strong economy, exemplary fiscal management, and minimal debt. Utah has never been rated below Aaa by any credit rating agency for its largest and most common debt, general obligation (GO) bonds. Currently, there are only 14 states that hold Aaa ratings