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.

Governor's News

April 30, 2026

Gov. Cox announces Utah joins national “A Home for Every Child” initiative, signs joint proclamation with federal partners

Gov. Spencer J. Cox today announced that Utah is joining the national “A Home for Every Child” initiative and signed a joint proclamation with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to strengthen child welfare outcomes and expand access to stable foster homes.
April 30, 2026

Nominees announced for two Utah Supreme Court vacancies

The Appellate Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for two vacancies on the Utah Supreme Court.
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 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.