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Governor's News

Utah leaders announce homelessness declines for first time in years

Governor Spencer Cox and state officials today announced results from Utah’s 2026 annual Point-in-Time Count (PIT), showing a decline in the overall number of Utahns experiencing homelessness.

Gov. Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule, April 27 – May 1, 2026

**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**

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.

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.

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

Gov. Cox signs 72 bills in the 2026 General Legislative Session

Today, Gov. Cox signed 72 bills in the 2026 General Legislative Session.