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.
July 6, 2026
NEWS RELEASE: Gov. Spencer J. Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre M. Henderson Public Schedule July 6 – July 10, 2026
Events labeled Media Access indicate that an event is open to media.
July 1, 2026
Utah launches Division of Housing and Community Development to accelerate homebuilding
New division within GOED will coordinate statewide housing programs and support Utah’s starter home goals.
July 1, 2026
Gov. Cox names Katherine Potter commissioner of the Utah Department of Cultural & Community Engagement
Gov. Spencer J. Cox has named Katherine Potter to serve as commissioner of the Utah Department of Cultural & Community Engagement (CCE).
June 29, 2026
Gov. Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule: June 29 – July 4, 2026
**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
June 25, 2026
Gov. Cox announces temporary statewide fireworks restrictions amid historic wildfire conditions
Executive order gives local leaders authority to designate safe areas for fireworks in consultation with fire officials
June 25, 2026
Gov. Cox to hold press conference on wildfire conditions
Gov. Spencer J. Cox will provide an update on current wildfire conditions across Utah alongside state public safety and fire officials.