Julia Pappas
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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 6, 2021
Governor’s Office Holds Ceremonial Signing for S.B. 127
SALT LAKE CITY (April 6, 2021) — Gov. Spencer J. Cox held a ceremonial signing for S.B. 127 Human Services Program Amendments, sponsored by Sen. Mike McKell on April 6, 2021. S.B. 127 increases transparency in Utah’s congregate care facilities. You can see photos from the event here. “It’s been 15 years since the state last reformed standards for licensed youth
April 5, 2021
April 5 – April 9, 2021: Gov. Spencer J. Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre M. Henderson’s Schedule
Events labeled Media Access indicate that an event is open to media. Events labeled Media Availability indicates that an event is open to media and that a media Q&A is planned. Please note the Governor and Lt. Governor’s schedule may change dramatically due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Additional information on the governor’s media briefings will be made available in coming
April 5, 2021
Gov. Cox declares April 2021 as Utah Dark Sky Month
Did 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 species, and they have positive
April 2, 2021
Gov. Cox lowers flags in honor of the victims of today’s attack at United States Capitol
SALT LAKE CITY (April 2, 2021) — Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has authorized the lowering of the flag of the United States of America and the flag of the state of Utah on all state facilities in accordance with President Joe Biden’s proclamation — a sign of respect for the victims of the attack at the United States Capitol
April 1, 2021
Gov. Cox and Lt. Gov. Henderson Announce Returnship Initiative
SALT LAKE CITY (April 1, 2021) — Gov. Spencer Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson are excited to announce the launch of the Lieutenant Governor’s returnship initiative to expand workforce opportunities in Utah. A returnship, similar to an internship, provides an important opportunity for those re-entering the workforce after an absence to build their resume and gain current and relevant
April 1, 2021
Utah COVID-19 Briefing: April 1, 2021
SALT LAKE CITY (April 1, 2021) — Click here to watch this week’s COVID-19 briefing. ASL interpretation is provided. Some highlights from this briefing include: We’ve administered 1,410,214 doses of the coronavirus vaccine. More than 521,686 Utahns are now fully vaccinated, and 925,628 have received at least one dose. Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson is starting a new returnship program aimed