Julia Pappas
Deputy Director of Communications
[email protected]
1.385.977.6099
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 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.
August 26, 2026
Utah Secures $12.2 Billion Settlement With Meta Over Child Safety Practices
Sweeping Child-Safety Reforms on Instagram and Facebook with Independent Oversight
August 25, 2026
Governor Cox Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Recognition of Dolly Parton
Following a Presidential Proclamation, Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has ordered the flags of the United States of America and the state of Utah to be flown at half-staff at all state facilities in recognition of the passing of Dolly Parton.
August 23, 2026
NEWS RELEASE: Gov. Spencer J. Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre M. Henderson Public Schedule Aug 24 – Aug 28, 2026
**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
August 20, 2026
ov. Cox hosts dedication ceremony for Michael O. Leavitt Building
Gov. Spencer J. Cox will join former Gov. Michael O. Leavitt, state leaders and members of the Leavitt family Friday to officially dedicate the North Capitol Building as the Michael O. Leavitt Building.