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Last night we gave our 2023 State of the State address to the Utah Legislature and the future of Utah — our children and grandchildren. The state of our state has never been stronger, and will only get brighter. Check out our full remarks ⬇️ governor.utah.gov/2023/01/19/wat

Water conservation & infrastructure are some of the most important issues we’re tackling this legislative session. For Water Week on the hill -- we wore blue with all of our state legislators. Grateful for the collaboration and leadership of our legislators! #UtahWater

Gov. Cox issues executive order to raise the Great Salt Lake Causeway Berm

We’re committed to doing everything we can to protect the Great Salt Lake. As a result, we’ve issued an executive order directing the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands to raise the Great Salt Lake causeway berm. Read more ⬇️

governor.utah.gov

MEDIA RELEASE Feb. 3, 2023 Contact: Emma Williams Office of the Governor (385) 303-4383, ewilliams@utah.gov Gov. Cox issues executive order to raise the Great Salt Lake Causeway Berm SALT LAKE CITY...

Utah Governor's Office of Planning and Budget

@UtahGOPB

Today

Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox and 2 others

signed the base budget bills, which ensures basic state government services will continue as the rest of the budget is built. Thank you to our partners from the legislature and state agencies for their hard work on the budget! #utpol

Since 1852, state and territorial governors have been delivering a State of the State message in Utah. This year, we wanted to give you a behind-the-scenes look. Watch here or at youtube.com/govcox.

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Utah Department of Government Operations

@UtahGovOps

Feb 2

Punxsutawney Phil predicts six more weeks of winter. Let's just say we're not disappointed. Utah is beautiful in the snow and we welcome the moisture. ❄ ❄ #groundhogday

NWS Salt Lake City

@NWSSaltLakeCity

Feb 2

Clear skies yesterday (2/1) allowed us to get a look at the extensive snowpack across Utah (first image), which is running about 70% above average for this time of year. Last year at this time (second image) snowpack was about average for this time of year. #utwx

Satellite image showing extensive snow cover across Utah this year on 2023-02-01

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Satellite image showing the relative lack of snow cover across Utah last year on 2022-01-30.

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Collaboration and friendship are the key components of our good relationship with the Navajo Nation. We look forward to working with newly inaugurated Navajo Nation President

@BuuVanNygren

to tackle issues that affect us all.

Applications open to serve on the Utah Public Service Commission

There is an opening on the Utah Public Service Commission due to the retirement of Commissioner Ron Allen. For more information visit: governor.utah.gov/2023/02/01/app.

governor.utah.gov

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH (Feb. 1, 2023) – There is an opening on the Utah Public Service Commission due to the retirement of Commissioner Ron Allen. The Public Service Commission was established under...

We’re excited to invest in Utah’s future and we’re hopeful the Legislature will join us to find solutions around housing, infrastructure, tax cuts, water and other ways state government can help businesses recruit employees and thrive.

We were delighted to talk about Utah’s vibrant present and future at this year’s “What’s Up Down South” conference today in St. George!

This #BlackHistoryMonth, we honor the resilience, courage and contributions African Americans have made to our state and nation. We celebrate Black communities and remain committed to improving access to opportunity.

Jan 31

Utahns lead the nation in volunteering. Help us recognize those making Utah a better place. Submit your nominations for the second annual Governor's Spirit of Service Award here! ⬇️ us7.list-manage.com/survey?u=6cda6

Jan 31

Congrats to

@UUtah

for the inaugural Fintech XChange & a $65 million donation for a new fintech education center. Financial tech companies have grown 18% in Utah over the past 5 years and continue to grow. Thanks Steve Smith & the Stena Foundation for supporting Utah’s future!

Jan 30

For farmers and landowners, the Waters of the US rule epitomizes federal red tape and hurts our rural communities. We sent a letter to

@POTUS

with 24 other governors opposing the latest version of the rule and asking them to hold off while SCOTUS decides.

Michael Rapich

@ColonelRapich

Jan 30

Our Troopers and UDOT partners have all available resources out in northern I-15 and I-84, and along the Wasatch Front. Extended closures are impacting northern I-84 as extreme conditions impact that area. Avoid travel in these areas if possible.

Jan 28

Today we signed HB 215, Funding for Teacher Salaries and Optional Education.

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Today we signed SB 16, Transgender Medical Treatment and Procedures.

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Jan 27

On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we mourn the lives lost during the Holocaust. We will never forget the danger of what can happen when hate goes unchallenged and when oppression is met with indifference.

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Utah Public Safety

@UtahDPS

Jan 27

Keep tabs on your apps. Many apps ask for access to personal information such as your geographic location & more. Be thoughtful about who gets that information & wary of apps that require access to info not required or relevant for the services they offer. #DataPrivacyWeek

Today is

@SUUtbirds

Day on the Hill! We enjoyed meeting President Benson, students and faculty today and were thrilled to see Dixie and Anne Leavitt, lifelong advocates of Southern Utah University. We’re grateful for their commitment to public service. Go Thunderbirds!

Lt. Gov. Deidre M. Henderson

@LGHendersonUtah

Today our hearts are with the Confederated Tribes of the Goshute.

Who is making a difference in your community? Help us recognize those making Utah a better place by nominating a person or organization for our second annual Spirit of Service Award! Nominations due March 10. us7.list-manage.com/survey?u=6cda6

Happy Birthday to Utah’s First Lady Abby Cox!

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Spencer Cox

@SpencerJCox

Happy birthday to my best friend! Thank you for working every day to make the world a kinder, more gentle place. Our state is better because of you (and so am I). Thank you for your willingness to get proximate and find change through empathy. I still have much to learn from you.

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Hey Utah! We’re excited to announce the second annual Governor’s Spirit of Service Award. Utah leads the nation in volunteerism, and there are so many Utahns involved in service that goes unnoticed. Nominations are due by March 10. More info ⬇️ governor.utah.gov/2023/01/25/uta

(2/2) In Utah, we believe in second chances. Happy to work with the

@UtahJazz

@NBA

@slcmayor

and @SLComaylor on this important initiative!

(1/2) Almost 4 years ago, Utah became the 2nd state in the nation to pass a Clean Slate Law. This allows old and minor criminal records to be expunged if an individual is crime free for a set period of time.

Utah and Salt Lake City Policy Innovations in Homelessness, Poverty, and Health

Great article by

@Gochnour

on successes of “the Utah way.” Read more ⬇️

thefutureofcities.org

The proper size of government permeates public policy discussions about homelessness, poverty, and health care. The left and right debate varying degrees of government involvement, typically failing...

Collaboration is the key to success. Utah’s community-based approach to homelessness, intergenerational poverty and improved health outcomes shows that data-driven policymaking and working together gets the job done.

Utah is the start-up state! We have the ideal conditions for business creation right here in Utah. Learn more ⬇️ wallethub.com/edu/best-state

We’ve ordered the flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah to be lowered to honor and remember the victims in Monterey Park, California. Flags should be lowered to the half-staff position immediately until sunset on Jan. 26, 2023. governor.utah.gov/flag-status/

We know social media is harming our children’s mental health and well-being – so we’re taking action. Today, we announced we will be suing social media companies to protect our kids. We look forward to working with the

@UtahAG

in this important effort.

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Gov. Cox holds press conference on social media in Utah.

Gov. Cox holds press conference on social media in Utah.

Join us live at 9 a.m. for a press conference on social media in Utah. Live stream will be available via LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.

Jan 22

We mourn with the Asian American community and all those affected by the terrible tragedy in Monterey Park, CA. As the investigation of this heinous crime continues, we pray for the victims and send the support of all Utahns.

In Utah, we’re lucky to have great public research institutions like

@UUtah

and

@USUAggies

! We enjoyed visiting with students at Research Day on Capitol Hill today, and we’re impressed with the various projects that were showcased around the Rotunda.

NGA

@NatlGovsAssoc

Yesterday in his 2023 State of the State address

outlined his policy priorities for the year including raising teacher pay and creating more affordable housing options. Learn more: governor.utah.gov/2023/01/19/wat

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NWS Salt Lake City

@NWSSaltLakeCity

😍 Snow on the red rock! Capitol Reef is reporting the scenic drive is temporarily closed and they recommend shoe traction devices if you plan on hiking today. #utwx

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