SALT LAKE CITY (Aug. 24, 2026) — The flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah should return to the full-staff position at sunset on Friday, August 28, 2026. ###
**Events labeled Media Access indicate that an event is open to media. Events labeled Media Availability indicate that an event is open to the media and that a media Q&A is planned.** Gov. Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule Aug. 24 – 28, 2026 **The governor’s …
What: Gov. Spencer J. Cox will join former Gov. Michael O. Leavitt, state leaders and members of the Leavitt family Friday to officially dedicate the North Capitol Building as the Michael O. Leavitt Building. When: Friday, Aug. 21, 2026 11–11:45 a.m. …
**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change** **All times are listed in the local time zone** Monday, Aug. 17 9:00 a.m. Meet with Third District judicial candidates Location: Governor’s Office, Utah State Capitol 11:45 a.m. Meet with Tanner …
SALT LAKE CITY (Aug. 11, 2026) — Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Lance Talakai to serve as a judge in the Third District Juvenile Court, filling the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge David Johnson. “Lance has spent his career serving people at …
SALT LAKE CITY (Aug. 11, 2026) — Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Utah to be lowered to half-staff at all state facilities in honor of firefighter pilots Chris Andersen and Miles Elliott, who died in the …
Executive order positions Utah to compete for investment, talent and leadership in a rapidly emerging technology sector SALT LAKE CITY (Aug. 10, 2026) — Gov. Spencer J. Cox today signed an executive order establishing the Utah Quantum Initiative, a …
**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change** **All times are listed in the local time zone** Monday, Aug. 10 No public meetings Tuesday, Aug. 11 No public meetings Wednesday, Aug. 12 No public meetings Thursday, Aug. 13 No public meetings …
SALT LAKE CITY (Aug. 6, 2026) — The Appellate Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for two vacancies on the Utah Supreme Court. These vacancies result from the retirement of Justice Diana Hagen, on May 8, 2026 and Chief Justice Matthew …
WHAT: Gov. Spencer J. Cox, U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz and local leaders will conduct a multi-county site visit focused on response and recovery efforts for the Cottonwood Post-Fire and the active Widemouth 2 Fire. The visit includes a formal …
**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change** **All times are listed in the local time zone** Monday, Aug. 3 9:00 a.m. Speak at Utah National Guard change of command ceremony Location: Roland R. Wright Air National Guard Base, Salt Lake City …
SALT LAKE CITY (July 28, 2026) — Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Alex Peterson to serve as senior advisor and director of the Utah Office of Families, succeeding Aimee Winder Newton, who had led the office since its creation in 2022. Peterson will begin …
SALT LAKE CITY (July 28, 2026) — Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Jamie Barnes to serve as commissioner of the Utah Department of Natural Resources, pending Senate confirmation. Barnes currently serves as Utah state forester and director of the Utah …
**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change** **All times are listed in the local time zone** Monday, July 27 No public meetings Tuesday, July 28 10:15 a.m. Interview Third District Juvenile Court candidates Location: Formal Office, Utah State …
SALT LAKE CITY (July 22, 2026) — Gov. Spencer J. Cox today signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency in Beaver, Piute and Sevier counties as communities continue responding to the devastating impacts of this year’s historic wildfire season …
SALT LAKE CITY (July 22, 2026) — Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Hannah Freeze to serve as Great Salt Lake commissioner beginning July 22. Freeze succeeds Brian Steed and most recently served as Great Salt Lake deputy commissioner. “Hannah …
Municipalities regain primary authority over fireworks restrictions while state forester retains ability to impose additional restrictions where needed SALT LAKE CITY (July 20, 2026) — Gov. Spencer J. Cox today announced updated fireworks guidance for the …
**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change** **All times are listed in the local time zone** Monday, July 20 9:00 a.m. Days of ‘47 Cattle Drive Location: Utah State Fairpark 1:15 p.m. Meeting with Employee of the Month, Brandon Broadhead, UDOT …
SALT LAKE CITY (July 13, 2026) — Following a presidential proclamation, Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has ordered the flags of the United States of America and the state of Utah to be flown at half-staff on all state facilities in recognition of the passing of …
SALT LAKE CITY (July 13, 2026) — The State of Utah welcomes new federal action that modifies the boundaries of the Bears Ears National Monument and Grand-Staircase Escalante National Monument under the Antiquities Act. The reduced size and scale allow …
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