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.
October 16, 2026
Gov. Cox to lead trade mission to Ireland and Northern Ireland
The mission will focus on trade and research opportunities in technology and life sciences
October 16, 2026
Gov. Cox appoints Daniel O’Bannon and Alexandra Mareschal to Utah Court of Appeals
Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Daniel O’Bannon and Alexandra Mareschal to the Utah Court of Appeals.
October 15, 2026
Nominees announced for two Fourth District Court vacancies
The Fourth District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for two vacancies on the Fourth District Court.
October 11, 2026
Gov. Spencer J. Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre M. Henderson Public Schedule Oct. 12 – Oct. 16, 2026
**Events labeled Media Access indicate that an event is open to media. Events labeled Media Availability indicate that an event is open to the media and that a media Q&A is planned.** Gov. Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule Oct. 12 – Oct. 16, 2026 **The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change** **All times are listed in the local time zone**
October 8, 2026
Utah receives major disaster declaration for flooding and mudslides that followed the 2026 Cottonwood Fire
Federal funding will support repair and rebuilding of public infrastructure in Beaver and Piute counties
October 6, 2026
NEWS RELEASE: Gov. Cox Signs Executive Order Establishing Utah’s Pro-Human Approach to AI in State Government
New executive order sets nation-leading standards for responsible, human-guided AI deployment, workforce training and upskilling, and digital trust across state agencies.