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Gov. Spencer J. Cox explains effects of drought on Utah’s agricultural sector
July 16, 2021LAYTON (July 16, 2021) — Gov. Spencer J. Cox joined Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson, Utah Department of Agriculture and Food Commissioner Craig Buttars and Layton farmer Tyson Roberts to discuss the adverse effects of Utah’s lingering drought on the state’s farms and ranches. “Utah farms and ranches have seen water cuts from 70-75% across the […]
Tags: Rural Read MoreA look at what we’ve done in our first 100 days – and what’s next
April 14, 2021It’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 […]
Tags: Civility and Service COVID-19 Education Future Prosperity Opportunity Rural Read MoreUtah Delegation, State Officials Issue Statement on Interior Secretary Haaland’s Visit to Utah
April 9, 2021WASHINGTON (April 9, 2021) — U.S. Sens. Mike Lee (R-UT), Mitt Romney (R-UT), and Reps. Chris Stewart (R-UT), John Curtis (R-UT), Burgess Owens (R-UT), and Blake Moore (R-UT) with Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson, Attorney General Sean Reyes, Senate President Stuart Adams, and Speaker of the House Brad Wilson, issued this statement […]
Tags: Future Prosperity Rural Read MoreGov. Cox declares April 2021 as Utah Dark Sky Month
April 5, 2021Did you know that more than 80% of people in North America can’t see the Milky Way at night? Luckily, we have 23 accredited International Dark Sky places in Utah. With the highest concentration of International Dark-Sky Association-certified locations, however, comes great responsibility. Dark skies are integral to the well-being of many animal and plant […]
Tags: Future Prosperity Rural Read MoreGov. Cox and Lt. Gov. Henderson Announce Returnship Initiative
April 1, 2021SALT 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 […]
Tags: Civility and Service COVID-19 Education Future Prosperity Opportunity Rural Read MoreUtah Delegation, State Officials Welcome Interior Secretary Haaland’s Decision to Visit Utah
March 17, 2021WASHINGTON (March 17, 2021) — Today, U.S. Senators Mike Lee (R-Utah), Mitt Romney (R-Utah), and Representatives Chris Stewart (R-Utah), John Curtis (R-Utah), Burgess Owens (R-Utah), and Blake Moore (R-Utah), Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson, Senate President Stuart Adams, House Speaker Brad Wilson and Attorney General Sean Reyes issued the following statement in […]
Tags: Rural Read MoreUtah has the best economy according to U.S. News Best States 2021 rankings
March 9, 2021SALT LAKE CITY (March 9, 2021) – Utah’s economy ranks No. 1 among all 50 states, according to rankings released by U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and civic journalism. “These rankings confirm what Utahns have known for years: Utah is the best state in the nation for economic opportunity, for […]
Tags: Education Future Prosperity Opportunity Rural Read MoreWorkforce Services opens 30 permanent jobs in rural Utah
March 3, 2021SALT LAKE CITY (March 3, 2021) — Today the Department of Workforce Services announced 30 new permanent jobs for workers in rural communities. Since January, the department has added nearly 60 jobs outside the Wasatch Front to help boost the state’s economy. “These state jobs will provide new opportunities for Utahns in rural communities to […]
Tags: Future Prosperity Opportunity Rural Read MoreGov. Cox signs a joint letter to President Biden on the oil and gas ban
February 22, 2021SALT LAKE CITY (Feb. 22, 2021) — The following joint letter signed by Gov. Spencer Cox and 16 other Republican governors was sent to President Biden opposing the oil and gas leasing ban. Gov. Cox joined Gov. Mark Gordon, Wyoming; Gov. Kay Ivey, Alabama; Gov. Mike Dunleavy, Alaska; Gov. Doug Ducey, Arizona; Gov. Asa Hutchinson, […]
Tags: Future Prosperity Rural Read MoreGov. Spencer Cox responds to President Biden’s executive order on new leases for oil and gas development on federal lands
January 27, 2021SALT LAKE CITY (Jan. 27, 2021) — In response to President Biden’s executive order placing an indefinite moratorium on new leases for oil and gas development on federal lands, Gov. Spencer J. Cox issued the following statement: “Unity in our nation can only be reached when we work together to solve complex challenges. I’m disappointed […]
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