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.
August 26, 2026
Utah Secures $12.2 Billion Settlement With Meta Over Child Safety Practices
Sweeping Child-Safety Reforms on Instagram and Facebook with Independent Oversight
August 25, 2026
Governor Cox Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Recognition of Dolly Parton
Following a Presidential Proclamation, Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has ordered the flags of the United States of America and the state of Utah to be flown at half-staff at all state facilities in recognition of the passing of Dolly Parton.
August 23, 2026
NEWS RELEASE: Gov. Spencer J. Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre M. Henderson Public Schedule Aug 24 – Aug 28, 2026
**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
August 20, 2026
ov. Cox hosts dedication ceremony for Michael O. Leavitt Building
Gov. Spencer J. Cox will join former Gov. Michael O. Leavitt, state leaders and members of the Leavitt family Friday to officially dedicate the North Capitol Building as the Michael O. Leavitt Building.
August 16, 2026
NEWS RELEASE: Gov. Spencer J. Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre M. Henderson Public Schedule Aug 17 – Aug 21, 2026
**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
August 11, 2026
Gov. Cox orders flags lowered in honor of firefighter pilots killed battling Widemouth 2 Fire
Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Utah to be lowered to half-staff at all state facilities in honor of firefighter pilots Chris Andersen and Miles Elliott, who died in the line of duty while battling the Widemouth 2 Fire in Utah.