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.
April 14, 2021
A look at what we’ve done in our first 100 days – and what’s next
It’s been 100 days since our inauguration ceremony, and Team Utah has been working tirelessly to reach crucial milestones in our #OneUtah Roadmap. We want to keep you in the loop, so here’s a 100-day update on each of our six key priorities and a look at what you can expect. Economic Advancement What we’ve done: We repealed social security
April 12, 2021
Gov. Cox denounces threats of violence, supports businesses that require masks
SALT LAKE CITY (April 12, 2021) — Gov. Spencer Cox issued the following statement about yesterday’s incidents concerning masks: “We strongly condemn the threats of violence made against employees and businesses requiring patrons to wear masks. Individuals who make such threats will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. “Utah has a strong tradition of respecting private property
April 10, 2021
Utah’s statewide mask mandate ends today. Here’s what you need to know.
Today is April 10, and we’d like to take this opportunity to set a few things straight when it comes to face masks in Utah. According to HB 294, the statewide mask mandate ends today with two exceptions: Masks are still required for large gatherings of 50 or more guests, and masks are still required in K-12 schools. Public health
April 6, 2021
Governor’s Office Holds Ceremonial Signing for S.B. 127
SALT LAKE CITY (April 6, 2021) — Gov. Spencer J. Cox held a ceremonial signing for S.B. 127 Human Services Program Amendments, sponsored by Sen. Mike McKell on April 6, 2021. S.B. 127 increases transparency in Utah’s congregate care facilities. You can see photos from the event here. “It’s been 15 years since the state last reformed standards for licensed youth
April 1, 2021
Gov. Cox and Lt. Gov. Henderson Announce Returnship Initiative
SALT LAKE CITY (April 1, 2021) — Gov. Spencer Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson are excited to announce the launch of the Lieutenant Governor’s returnship initiative to expand workforce opportunities in Utah. A returnship, similar to an internship, provides an important opportunity for those re-entering the workforce after an absence to build their resume and gain current and relevant
April 1, 2021
Utah COVID-19 Briefing: April 1, 2021
SALT LAKE CITY (April 1, 2021) — Click here to watch this week’s COVID-19 briefing. ASL interpretation is provided. Some highlights from this briefing include: We’ve administered 1,410,214 doses of the coronavirus vaccine. More than 521,686 Utahns are now fully vaccinated, and 925,628 have received at least one dose. Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson is starting a new returnship program aimed