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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 16, 2026
Gov. Cox appoints Bryan J. Pattison and Jack B. Burns to the Fifth District Court
Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Bryan J. Pattison and Jack B. Burns to the Fifth District Court, filling vacancies created by the retirements of Judge John Walton and Judge Keith Barnes. Judicial appointments are subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate.
April 16, 2026
Gov. Cox appoints Patricia C. Kuendig and Todd M. Olsen to the Third District Court
Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Patricia C. Kuendig and Todd M. Olsen to the Third District Court, filling vacancies created by the retirement of Judge Barry Lawrence and the appointment of Judge John Nielsen to the Utah Supreme Court. Judicial appointments are subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate.
March 26, 2026
Gov. Cox takes action on remaining bills in the 2026 General Legislative Session
Governor issues two vetoes, makes two line-item vetoes, and allows one bill to go into effect without signature
March 18, 2026
Gov. Cox signs 72 bills in the 2026 General Legislative Session
Today, Gov. Cox signed 72 bills in the 2026 General Legislative Session.
February 27, 2026
NEWS RELEASE: Gov. Cox signs nine bills in the 2026 General Legislative Session
Today, Gov. Cox signed nine bills in the 2026 General Legislative Session.
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.