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.
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
November 3, 2022
GOV COX ISSUES PROCLAMATION CLOSING GREAT SALT LAKE BASIN TO NEW WATER RIGHT APPROPRIATIONS
SALT LAKE CITY (Nov. 3, 2022) — With Utah’s Great Salt Lake reaching new record lows, Gov. Spencer Cox has issued a proclamation suspending new water appropriations within the Great Salt Lake Basin, including the Bear, Weber, and Jordan River basins and the body of the Great Salt Lake. “Extreme drought, climate change and increased demand continue to threaten the
November 2, 2022
NOMINEES ANNOUNCED FOR 5TH DISTRICT COURT VACANCY
SALT LAKE CITY (Nov. 2, 2022)– The Fifth District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Fifth District Court. This position results from the retirement of Judge Jeffrey C. Wilcox, February 16, 2023. The nominees for the vacancy are: Ryan Christiansen, Attorney/Section Director, Utah Attorney General’s Office; Eric Gentry, Deputy County Attorney, Washington County Attorney’s Office;
November 1, 2022
GOV. COX NAMES AARON FLATER TO THIRD DISTRICT JUVENILE COURT
SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 31, 2022) – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has nominated Aaron Flater to the Third District Juvenile Court. Flater will be filling a vacancy left by Judge Renee M. Jimenez’s retirement. Judicial nominations are subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate. “Aaron is a skilled attorney who will serve Utah’s families and youth well,” Gov. Cox
October 9, 2022
Gov. Cox orders flags to half-staff in recognition of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service
SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 7, 2022) – Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has ordered the flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah to be lowered in recognition of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service. Flags should be lowered to the half-staff position on Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022 from sunrise to sunset. To view President