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.
February 23, 2026
NEWS RELEASE: State Leaders Announce Major Fuel Supply, Water, and Refining Agreements
Today, state leaders and industry partners announced strategic agreements to enhance fuel supply, support refining capacity, secure water resources, and reduce the state gas tax to provide direct relief and make life more affordable for Utah families.
February 23, 2026
Gov. Cox to unveil new digital portal simplifying access to state services
Press conference announcing the public launch of MyUtah, a new secure online portal that brings many of the most common state services into one place.
February 23, 2026
NEWS RELEASE: State Leaders to Announce Major Fuel Supply and Refining Agreements
State leaders and industry partners will discuss legislation and announce strategic agreements to enhance oil and gas supply, support refining capacity, and reduce the state gas tax
February 23, 2026
Gov. Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule
Feb. 23– Feb. 28, 2026 **The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change** **All times are listed in the local time zone** Monday, Feb. 239:30 a.m. Speak at Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration Mine Exchange ConferenceLocation: Salt Palace Convention Center, Salt Lake CityMedia Access 10:30 a.m. Meet with President Stuart Adams and Speaker Mike SchultzLocation: Governor’s Office, Utah State Capitol 11:00 a.m. Meet with
February 15, 2026
Gov. Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule: Feb. 16 – Feb. 21, 2026
**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
February 13, 2026
NEWS RELEASE: Gov. Cox signs two bills in the 2026 General Legislative Session
Today, Gov. Cox signed two bills in the 2026 General Legislative Session.