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 21, 2026
Nominees announced for Third District Court vacancy
The Third District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Third District Court.
September 21, 2026
Gov. Cox launches Recovery Utah Initiative Executive order strengthens coordination to help Utahns access treatment, recovery support and long-term stability
Gov. Spencer J. Cox signed an executive order today establishing the Recovery Utah Initiative, a statewide effort to coordinate Utah’s response to addiction, homelessness and serious mental illness.
September 20, 2026
Gov. Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule: Sept. 21 – Sept. 25, 2026
**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
September 13, 2026
Gov. Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule: Sept. 14 – Sept. 19, 2026
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September 10, 2026
Gov. Cox orders flags lowered to half-staff on Sept. 11
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 flown at half-staff on all state facilities in recognition of Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance.
August 28, 2026
Gov. Cox announces appointments to Utah Supreme Court and Third Judicial District Court
Gov. Spencer J. Cox today announced the appointments of Judge Matthew L. Bell and Michael R. Menssen to serve on the Utah Supreme Court, and Elizabeth “Liz” Butler to serve on the Third Judicial District Court.