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Governor Cox

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Governor Cox

@GovCox

Official account of Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox

Utah, USA

governor.utah.gov/get-updates/

Joined December 2020

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Governor Cox
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May 29
Today I signed an Executive Order establishing a higher bar for data center development in Utah. Utahns deserve confidence that water resources, air quality, utility rates, wildlife, and quality of life will be protected. This framework helps ensure that data center development
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Freedom 250
@Freedom250
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Juneteenth marks a defining moment in our nation’s story. Today, Freedom 250 honors the Americans who suffered under slavery, celebrates the blessing of freedom, and reflects on the enduring promise that liberty belongs to all. 🇺🇸 Honoring the Promise of Freedom.
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Governor Cox
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Utah's unemployment rate remained below the national average in May, coming in at 3.7% compared to 4.3% nationally. We're grateful for the workers, employers and entrepreneurs who continue to build opportunity across our state.
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More here: jobs.utah.gov/wi/update/inde…
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Governor Cox
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Jun 18
BREAKING: @valaratomics' Ward 250 reactor successfully achieved criticality in Emery County, Utah, becoming the first @ENERGY-authorized reactor built outside a national laboratory. This achievement is a testament to the innovators, builders, and public servants working to
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Governor Cox
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Jun 18
U.S. Department of Energy
@ENERGY
Jun 18
Article
Department of Energy Celebrates Second Advanced Reactor Achieving Criticality
Today, as part of the U.S. Department of Energy Reactor Pilot Program, Valar Atomics’ advanced reactor design, Ward 250, successfully completed a zero-power fueled criticality demonstration....
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Governor Cox
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Jun 17
We don’t build confident, capable young people by shielding them from every challenge. We build them by trusting them with real responsibility and giving them opportunities to do hard things. That’s what makes Junior Achievement so powerful. Students learn how to interview for a
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Jun 17
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Gigawatt Summit
@GigawattSummit
Jun 16
America hasn't turned on a non-light-water nuclear reactor in over 40 years. Energy @SecretaryWright says one will be running in Utah before July 4th. 🇺🇸 Clip from the Gigawatt Summit in Park City 👇
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Governor Cox
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Jun 15
This is for every athlete who competes with integrity. Today, Attorney General Brown and I sent a letter to Big 12 leadership regarding the Conference’s authority to enforce its rules and preserve fair competition.
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Taylor Randall, UofU President
@PresidentUofU
Jun 12
What a wonderful way to honor Karen and her impact!
Governor Cox
@GovCox
Jun 12
Few people have given more of their time, talent, and resources to the people of Utah than Karen Huntsman. Today, we recognized her lifetime of service by declaring June 12, 2026, as Karen Huntsman Day in Utah. More here: deseret.com/utah/2026/06/0…
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Governor Cox
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Jun 12
Few people have given more of their time, talent, and resources to the people of Utah than Karen Huntsman. Today, we recognized her lifetime of service by declaring June 12, 2026, as Karen Huntsman Day in Utah. More here: deseret.com/utah/2026/06/0…
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Governor Cox
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Jun 12
Congratulations to the second cohort of graduates from the State of Utah Leadership Certification Program. Over the past nine months, these public servants invested in the skills, judgment, and relationships it takes to lead well — all while continuing to serve Utahns in their
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Governor Cox
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Jun 11
Our state is home to 40 of the 50 minerals critical to America’s economy and national security, which means Utah is uniquely positioned to lead as we strengthen domestic supply chains and reduce our dependence on foreign adversaries. From research and innovation to responsible
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Governor Cox
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Jun 11
Read more:
Sponsored: Utah Sits on a Mountain of Minerals: From Mine to Magnet and Ore to Opportunity
From utahbusiness.com
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Governor Cox
@GovCox
Jun 11
Strong relationships are built through time, trust, and meaningful connection. That's why we launched CHAT: Family Connection for Healthy Futures — a statewide effort led by the Office of Families and @UtahDHHS to encourage parents to spend time with their kids, have meaningful
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