Category: US State Government of Utah

Source: US State Government of Utah

**Events labeled Media Access indicate that an event is open to media. Events labeled Media Availability indicates that an event is open to the media and that a media Q&A is planned.** 

**Please note that if a remote surge day is called, the governor and lieutenant governor’s schedules may change. 

Gov. Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule 

June 12 – 16, 2023 

**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change** 

Monday, June 12 

9 a.m. Speak at Utah Boys State 

Location: Weber State University, Union Building 

MEDIA ACCESS

10:45 a.m. Film National Governors Association ad

Location: KSL Studio 

Tuesday, June 13

No public meetings 

Wednesday, June 14 – 20th anniversary of Morocco/Utah National Guard partnership 

No public meetings 

Thursday, June 15 – 20th anniversary of Morocco/Utah National Guard partnership

No public meetings 

Friday, June 16 – 20th anniversary of Morocco/Utah National Guard partnership

No public meetings 

Lt. Gov. Deidre M. Henderson’s Schedule 

June 12 – 16, 2023  

**The lieutenant governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change.**

Monday, June 12

8:15 a.m. Lieutenant governor’s team meeting

Location: Rampton Room

9 a.m. Meet with elections team

Location: Lieutenant Governor’s Office

2 p.m. Meet with general counsel

Location: Lieutenant Governor’s Office

2:30 p.m. Meet with senior advisor of federal affairs

Location: Lieutenant Governor’s Office

Tuesday, June 13

9 a.m. Meet with Utah Valley Magazine

Location: Spanish Fork

11:15 a.m. Speak at Legacy Events Center groundbreaking ceremony

Location: 151 S 1100 W, Farmington

MEDIA AVAILABILITY

Wednesday, June 14

9:30 a.m. Chair Emergency Management Administration Council

Location: Capitol Boardroom

11 a.m. Speak at naturalization ceremony on World Refugee Day

Location: Capitol Rotunda

MEDIA AVAILABILITY

2 p.m. Return Utah Meet & Greet

Location: Rampton Room

Thursday, June 15  

12 p.m. Policy discussion with Office of Families director

Location: Capitol Board Room

Friday, June 16

No public meetings

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Source: US State Government of Utah

NEWS RELEASE

June 7, 2023

Contacts:       

Emma Williams

Office of the Governor

385-303-4383, ewilliams@utah.gov 

Aundrea Peterson

Utah Senate

801-791-3365, aundreapeterson@le.utah.gov 

Alexa Musselman

Utah House of Representatives

801-865-5882, amusselman@le.utah.gov 

Executive, legislative branches set new election schedule 

to fill Congressman Stewart’s vacancy 

SALT LAKE CITY (June 7, 2023) – On Tuesday, June 6, 2023, Rep. Chris Stewart of Utah’s Second Congressional District informed Gov. Spencer J. Cox that he will resign from the U.S. House of Representatives effective Sept. l5, 2023.

“It has been one of the great honors of my life to serve the good people of Utah in Congress,” Rep. Stewart shared in his letter. “My family and I have been very blessed by this experience. I thank you for your leadership as Governor and dedication to our great state.” 

As a result, the executive and legislative branches have developed a timeline to fill the vacancy. In order to minimize the amount of time that the House seat will be vacant and to accommodate this year’s municipal elections, primary elections throughout the state will be held on Sept. 5, 2023, and the general election on Nov. 21, 2023.

Gov. Cox has issued two proclamations related to the special elections. The first calls a special election and establishes timelines for the election. The second calls a special session of the Legislature to appropriate money for the elections, change the municipal election dates and address other election-related matters. The special session will be held on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 4 p.m.

“This timeline will ensure a smooth and efficient transition with minimal disruption to our electoral process. We understand these are unusual circumstances and appreciate the efforts of our municipalities and county clerks in accommodating this election schedule,” said Gov. Cox. “Rep. Stewart has represented our state with integrity and dedication, and we’re grateful for the honorable way he’s executed his duties and represented the people of our great state.”

“This special election timeline lays out a sensible approach for candidates, parties, voters, and election administrators,” Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson said. “We’ve balanced urgency with election security and accuracy.”

“It’s imperative Utah continues to have full representation in Washington, D.C.,” said President J. Stuart Adams. “With Congressman Stewart resigning, it only makes sense to fill the position as quickly as possible. Utah is known for coming together to find quick, cost-effective solutions that best serve Utahns. With this special election, Utah will only be without full representation for a short time. Congressman Stewart is a dedicated public servant, and I thank him for his service to our state and nation.”

“Adjusting the election timeline will ensure Utahns have their voices fully represented in our nation’s capital,” said Speaker Brad Wilson. “We cannot afford to go without a quarter of our representation for a prolonged period of time. The proposed schedule will allow for a seamless transition and only a brief period of time without representation. I have the utmost respect and admiration for Congressman Stewart and wish him and his family good health and happiness.” 

The two proclamations issued by Gov. Cox can be found here and here.

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Source: US State Government of Utah

**Events labeled Media Access indicate that an event is open to media. Events labeled Media Availability indicates that an event is open to the media and that a media Q&A is planned.** 

**Please note that if a remote surge day is called, the governor and lieutenant governor’s schedules may change. 

Gov. Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule 

June 5 – 9, 2023 

**The governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change** 

Monday, June 5 

9:30 a.m. Meet with Utah National Guard 

Location: Virtual meeting 

10 a.m. Photo opportunity with UPEA 

Location: Governor’s Office 

10:25 a.m. Photo opportunity with UDOT mascot 

Location: Governor’s Office 

11 a.m. Speak at Fire Sense press conference 

Location: 1080 Eagle Point Dr., North Salt Lake 

MEDIA AVAILABILITY  

12 p.m. Host state employee town hall 

Location: Virtual meeting 

1:35 p.m. Interview 3rd District Court candidates

Location: Governor’s Office 

5:30 p.m. Attend Show Up Utah Family Summer Service Fair 

Location: Thanksgiving Point, Lehi

Tuesday, June 6 

9 a.m. Meet with local media 

Location: TBD

10:15 a.m. Meet with Jim Sorenson, Sorenson Impact Foundation

Location: Governor’s Office 

11 a.m. Speak at America 250 Commission luncheon

Location: Capitol Boardroom 

12 p.m. Interview with “Faith Matters” podcast 

Location: Governor’s Office 

Wednesday, June 7 – Governor’s cabinet training 

No public meetings 

Thursday, June 8  

11 a.m. Speak at Bryce Canyon National Park Centennial Ceremony 

Location: Bryce Canyon National Park 

MEDIA AVAILABILITY

Friday, June 9 

10 a.m. Film National Governors Association commercial 

Location: Cedar City 

2 p.m. Tour Forge Geothermal Workshop 

Location: Milford

6:30 p.m. Speak at Utah Summer Games Opening Ceremony

Location: Southern Utah University  

MEDIA ACCESS

Saturday, June 10 

8 a.m. Attend Unified Exhibition All Ability Soccer Clinic 

Location: Southern Utah University  

Lt. Gov. Deidre M. Henderson’s Schedule 

June 5 – 9, 2023  

**The lieutenant governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change.**

Monday, June 5

8:15 a.m. Lieutenant governor’s team meeting

Location: Rampton Room

9 a.m. Meet with elections team

Location: Lieutenant Governor’s Office

12 p.m. Host state employee town hall 

Location: Virtual meeting

1:35 p.m. Interview 3rd District Court candidates

Location: Governor’s Office 

Tuesday, June 6

11:30 a.m. Commissioner’s BBQ

Location: Utah Department of Public Safety, Taylorsville

Wednesday, June 7 – Governor’s cabinet training 

No public meetings 

Thursday, June 8  

11 a.m. Attend Bryce Canyon National Park Centennial Ceremony

Location: Bryce Canyon National Park 

Friday, June 9

No public meetings

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