Julia Pappas
Deputy Director of Communications
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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.
April 30, 2026
Nominees announced for Fourth District Court vacancy
The Fourth District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Fourth District Court.
April 29, 2026
Gov. Cox to ceremonially sign H.B. 108 and announce Utah’s participation in “A Home for Every Child”
Gov. Spencer J. Cox will ceremonially sign H.B. 108, Minors in State Custody Amendments, and announce Utah’s participation in “A Home for Every Child,”
April 26, 2026
Gov. Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule, April 27 – May 1, 2026
**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
April 19, 2026
Gov. Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule
**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
April 16, 2026
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.
April 16, 2026
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.