Julia Pappas 
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Governor's News

January 11, 2023

Gov. Spencer Cox appoints Judge Amy J. Oliver to Utah Court of Appeals

NEWS RELEASE Jan. 10, 2023  Contact: Emma Williams  Office of the Governor (385) 303-4383, [email protected] SALT LAKE CITY (Jan. 10, 2023) – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Judge Amy J. Oliver to the Utah State Court of Appeals. Judicial appointments are subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate. “Judge Oliver’s deep knowledge and experience have prepared her well
December 30, 2022

2022 WRAP-UP

SALT LAKE CITY (Dec. 30, 2022) – It’s been a true honor to serve as your governor this year! We’ve met so many impressive Utahns and had so many incredible experiences as we’ve traveled throughout the state, but here are a few personal favorites from 2022:  Thank you, Utah, for your willingness to do hard things, to help those in
December 16, 2022

Gov. Cox issues executive order to suspend propane delivery rules

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 16, 2022 Contact: Emma Williams Office of the Governor (385) 303-4383, [email protected] Gov. Cox issues executive order to suspend propane delivery rules SALT LAKE CITY (Dec. 16, 2022) – Gov. Spencer Cox has issued an emergency order to suspend federal regulations limiting the hours drivers can work to deliver liquid petroleum gas.  Demand for propane has
November 16, 2022

NOMINEES ANNOUNCED FOR UTAH COURT OF APPEALS VACANCY

MEDIA ADVISORY Nov. 16, 2022  Contact: Emma Williams  Office of the Governor (385) 303-4383, [email protected] Nominees announced for Utah Court of Appeals vacancy SALT LAKE CITY (Nov. 16, 2022) – The Appellate Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Utah Court of Appeals. This position results from the confirmation of Judge Jill Pohlman to the Utah
November 14, 2022

Nov. 14 – Nov.14, 2022: Gov. Spencer J. Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre M. Henderson Schedule

**Events labeled Media Access indicate that an event is open to media. Events labeled Media Availability indicates that an event is open to the media and that a media Q&A is planned.**  **Please note that if a remote surge day is called, the governor and lieutenant governor’s schedules may change.  Gov. Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule  Nov. 14 – Nov. 18,
November 3, 2022

GOV. COX ANNOUNCES VISION FOR STATE TRAIL NETWORK

SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 28, 2022) – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox and Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) Executive Director Carlos Braceras announced a vision to build a network of trails that would connect Utahns of all ages and abilities to their destinations and communities throughout the state. This vision will be a sustainable contribution to the quality of life