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.
December 10, 2021
Gov. Cox orders flags to be left lowered in honor of Sen. Bob Dole life and legacy
SALT LAKE CITY (Dec. 9, 2021) – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has ordered that the flag of the United States of America and the flag of the state of Utah be left lowered on all state facilities in continued recognition of the life and legacy of Sen. Bob Dole. Flags should be left in the half-staff position until midnight
November 16, 2021
Gov. Cox appoints boards and commissions members
SALT LAKE CITY (Nov. 16, 2021) — Gov. Spencer Cox made appointments to the following boards upon advice and consent of the Senate. Increasing diversity on Utah’s boards and commissions is a key part of the Equality and Opportunity section of the One Utah Roadmap, the 500-day plan of the Cox-Henderson administration. To learn more about how to get involved on
August 3, 2021
Utah COVID-19 Briefing: Aug. 3, 2021
SALT LAKE CITY (Aug. 3, 2021) — Click here to watch this week’s COVID-19 briefing. ASL interpretation is provided. Traducción al español en Emergencias Utah. Some highlights from this briefing include: Learn more by watching the entire COVID-19 briefing on YouTube or Facebook. You can find the latest information on the coronavirus in Utah at coronavirus.utah.gov. ###
May 20, 2021
Listen: Gov. Cox answers your questions on ‘Let Me Speak to the Governor’
SALT LAKE CITY (May 20, 2021) — Click here to listen to this month’s “Let Me Speak to the Governor” on KSL Newsradio. Here’s a brief overview of what we discussed: We’re looking into vaccine incentives, but we wouldn’t do anything without the Legislature’s backing. We’re strong proponents of the Second Amendment, and we take any potential constitutional infringement seriously. We’re
May 18, 2021
Watch: Gov. Cox discusses economic opportunity, COVID-19 response in Utah
CEDAR CITY (May 17, 2021) — Gov. Spencer Cox joined FOX Business anchor Maria Bartiromo to discuss Utah’s ranking as the state with best economic outlook for the 14th year in a row, its COVID-19 response and more. “We lead the nation in upward mobility,” Gov. Cox said. “That means that if you’re born in poverty, it doesn’t mean you
March 23, 2021
Gov. Cox lowers flags in honor of the victims of the tragedy in Boulder, Colorado
SALT LAKE CITY (March 23, 2021) — Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has authorized the lowering of the flag of the United States of America and the flag of the state of Utah on all state facilities in accordance with President Joe Biden’s proclamation honoring the victims of the shooting in Boulder, Colorado, which occurred on Monday, March 22. The