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 11, 2025
Gov. Cox appoints Amanda Montague to Utah’s Third District Court
Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Amanda Montague to the Third District Court. The nomination is subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate.
June 23, 2025
Gov. Cox directs H.B. 267 referendum to be submitted to voters at 2026 general election
Gov. Cox today issued an executive order directing that the referendum regarding H.B. 267.
June 22, 2025
Gov. Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule
**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
June 19, 2025
Gov. Cox names Beau Mason Commissioner of the Utah Department of Public SafetyTwenty-year DPS veteran to succeed retiring Commissioner Jess Anderson
Gov. Cox today announced the appointment of Beau Mason as Commissioner of the Utah Department of Public Safety (DPS)
June 5, 2025
Gov. Cox Appoints John Deeds as Commissioner of the Utah State Tax Commission
Gov. Cox has appointed John Deeds as the newest commissioner of the Utah State Tax Commission. Deeds will succeed longtime commissioner Michael Cragun, who has served the state with distinction since 2009.
May 28, 2025
Gov. Cox establishes council to help Utah plan for the future and protect quality of life
Gov. Spencer Cox signed an executive order launching the BUILD Coordinating Council, a proactive step to ensure Utah’s future is as dynamic and strong as its past.