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.
September 2, 2025
Nominees announced for a Utah Supreme Court vacancy
The Appellate Court Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Utah Supreme Court.
August 31, 2025
Gov. Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule
Sept. 1 – Sept. 7, 2025 **The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change****All times are listed in the local time zone** Monday, Sept. 1 Labor Day Holiday No public meetings Tuesday, Sept. 28:30 a.m. Meeting with Senator McKell & Senator WilsonLocation: Kearns Mansion Wednesday, Sept. 3No public meetings Thursday, Sept. 48:30 a.m. Meeting with Arnold Ventures co-founder John ArnoldLocation: Washington, D.C. 12:00 p.m. Armchair
August 29, 2025
Gov. Cox orders flags to return to full staff
SALT LAKE CITY (April 29, 2025) — Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has issued an order for the flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah to be returned to full-staff position at sunset today, Friday, August 29, 2025.
August 18, 2025
NEWS RELEASE: Gov. Cox orders flags to be lowered after the passing of two Tremonton-Garland Police officers
Gov. Cox has issued an order for the flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah to be flown at half-staff on all state facilities in honor of Tremonton-Garland Police Department’s Sgt. Lee Sorensen and Officer Eric Estrada, who were killed in the line of duty.
August 13, 2025
Statement by Gov. Cox, President Adams and Speaker Schultz
Gov. Cox, President Adams and Speaker Schultz release the following statement:
July 31, 2025
Gov. Cox declares state of emergency as wildfires intensify
Gov. Cox today signed Executive Order 2025-08 declaring a 30-day state of emergency in response to escalating wildfires across Utah.