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There were 593 press releases posted in the last 24 hours and 429,098 in the last 365 days.

Governor of Utah Press Releases

846 Press Releases
  • Published on May 4, 2021 - 22:42 GMT

    Gov. Cox taps Kathy Bounous as general counsel

    May 4, 2021 SALT LAKE CITY (May 4, 2021) — Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Kathy Bounous to serve as general counsel for the governor.  “I’m impressed with Kathy’s legal thinking, her outstanding experience as general counsel and her firm commitment to …

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  • Published on May 3, 2021 - 20:00 GMT

    Gov. Cox orders water conservation measures at all state facilities

    May 3, 2021 SALT LAKE CITY (May 3, 2021) — In response to ongoing concerns about extremely dry conditions, Gov. Spencer J. Cox issued an executive order forbidding irrigation at state facilities between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., requiring that sprinklers are …

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  • Published on April 29, 2021 - 22:47 GMT

    Gov. Cox appoints Monica Diaz to the Third District Juvenile Court

    April 29, 2021 SALT LAKE CITY (April 29, 2021) — Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Monica Diaz to fill the Third District Juvenile Court judicial vacancy.  “As director of the Utah Sentencing Commission, Monica Diaz demonstrated a thorough knowledge of the …

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  • Published on April 29, 2021 - 22:47 GMT

    Gov. Cox holds ceremonial signing of government efficiency bills

    April 29, 2021 SALT LAKE CITY (April 29, 2021) — Government must be innovative and responsive to the public it serves. This is a top priority in our One Utah Roadmap, and it’s something we’ve been working on since day one. Today we ceremonially signed six …

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  • Published on April 28, 2021 - 18:14 GMT

    Gov. Cox names acting state treasurer

    April 28, 2021 SALT LAKE CITY (April 27, 2021) — Gov. Spencer Cox has named Kirt Slaugh as acting state treasurer.  The appointment, effective May 3, 2021, follows the resignation of David Damschen, who announced on April 12 that he was leaving his office …

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  • Published on April 26, 2021 - 21:22 GMT

    Gov. Cox holds ceremonial signing of education bills

    April 26, 2021 Cedar City (April 26, 2021) — Investment and innovation in education remains a top priority of the Cox-Henderson administration as outlined in the One Utah Roadmap, its plan for the first 500 days. In celebration of these goals, Gov. Cox …

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  • Published on April 23, 2021 - 19:03 GMT

    Gov. Cox appoints boards and commissions members

    Board Name Name To Replace Senate Confirmation 911 Advisory Committee Doug McCleve Reappointed No Health Facility Committee Jeremy Bradshaw No Motor Vehicle Review Committee Tammie Bostick Reappointed No Motor Vehicle Review Committee John Kelly Scott …

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  • Published on April 21, 2021 - 20:46 GMT

    Gov. Cox holds ceremonial signing of law enforcement bills

    Nominees announced for 8th District Juvenile Court vacancy SALT LAKE CITY (April 20, 2021) — The Eighth District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Eighth District Juvenile Court.  The vacancy results from the …

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  • Published on April 21, 2021 - 01:13 GMT

    Nominees announced for 8th District Juvenile Court vacancy

    April 20, 2021 SALT LAKE CITY (April 20, 2021) — The Eighth District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the Eighth District Juvenile Court.  The vacancy results from the retirement of Judge Keith Eddington, June 1, 2021. …

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  • Published on April 21, 2021 - 01:12 GMT

    Gov. Cox lowers flags in honor of former Vice President Walter Mondale

    April 20, 2021 SALT LAKE CITY (April 20, 2021) — Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has authorized the lowering of the flag of the United States of America and the flag of the state of Utah on all state facilities in accordance with President Joe Biden’s …

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  • Published on April 20, 2021 - 07:14 GMT

    Governor’s Mansion to undergo renovations

    April 19, 2021 SALT LAKE CITY (April 16, 2021) — Scaffolding will be erected outside the Governor’s Mansion on Monday for some much needed repairs and upgrades. According to Mansion Manager Lynda Horne, windows throughout the 17,000-square-foot mansion …

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  • Published on April 20, 2021 - 07:14 GMT

    Gov. Cox urges a calm community response to Chauvin verdict

    April 19, 2021 SALT LAKE CITY (April 19, 2021) — Gov. Spencer Cox has issued the following statement in anticipation of a verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin: “We understand that tensions around the Derek Chauvin trial remain high. We acknowledge and …

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  • Published on April 16, 2021 - 20:41 GMT

    Gov. Cox lowers flags in honor of victims of Indianapolis, Indiana shooting

    April 16, 2021 SALT LAKE CITY (April 16, 2021) — Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has authorized the lowering of the flag of the United States of America and the flag of the state of Utah on all state facilities in accordance with President Joe Biden’s …

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  • Published on April 16, 2021 - 15:16 GMT

    New health order eliminates 90-day wait time for a COVID-19 shot

    April 15, 2021 SALT LAKE CITY (April 15, 2021) — Those who have had COVID-19 no longer need to wait 90 days before being vaccinated, according to a health order signed by Gov. Spencer Cox. The Utah Department of Health guidance recommends individuals …

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  • Published on April 15, 2021 - 05:01 GMT

    A look at what we’ve done in our first 100 days – and what’s next

    April 14, 2021 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 …

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  • Published on April 13, 2021 - 17:51 GMT

    Watch live: Gov. Cox hosts #OneUtah Student Town Hall

    April 13, 2021 What issues matter most to the next generation of Utah leaders? Watch our #OneUtah Student Town Hall on Tuesday, April 13 at 2:15 p.m. as students from across the state talk with Gov. Cox on our Facebook page. Special thanks to the Utah …

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  • Published on April 13, 2021 - 17:51 GMT

    Former Senate President Wayne Niederhauser to serve as state homeless services coordinator

    April 13, 2021 SALT LAKE CITY (April 13, 2021) — Gov. Spencer Cox announced former Utah Senate President Wayne Niederhauser as his choice to serve as the new state homeless services coordinator. As outlined in HB 347, this position serves as the chief …

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  • Published on April 13, 2021 - 01:20 GMT

    Gov. Cox denounces threats of violence, supports businesses that require masks

    April 12, 2021 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 …

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  • Published on April 10, 2021 - 23:50 GMT

    Utah’s statewide mask mandate ends today. Here’s what you need to know.

    April 10, 2021 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 …

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  • Published on April 9, 2021 - 21:42 GMT

    Utah Delegation, State Officials Issue Statement on Interior Secretary Haaland’s Visit to Utah

    April 9, 2021 WASHINGTON (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 …

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