Governor of Utah

Spencer Cox

Republican · Utah

18th Governor of Utah, in office since 2021. Former Lieutenant Governor and county commissioner. Known for his campaign ad with his Democratic opponent calling for civility. Chair of the National Governors Association. Re-elected in 2024.

Record

Moderate conservative known for civility and bipartisanship amid Utah's booming growth. Manages Utah's severe water shortage as the Silicon Slopes tech hub expands. Balances social conservatism with pragmatic governance and tone focused on reducing political division.

Legislative Record

Recently signed into law

SB 254 — Extracted Natural Resources Amendments (Signed into law, Mar 26, 2026)
SB 20 — Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Environment Technical Changes (Signed into law, Mar 26, 2026)
SB 8 — State Agency and Higher Education Compensation Appropriations (Signed into law, Mar 26, 2026)
SB 312 — Educator License Amendments (Signed into law, Mar 26, 2026)
SB 256 — Identity Protection Modifications (Signed into law, Mar 26, 2026)
SB 252 — Water Usage at State-owned Facilities Amendments (Signed into law, Mar 26, 2026)
SB 234 — Rulemaking Amendments (Signed into law, Mar 26, 2026)
SB 197 — Transportation Funding and Governance Amendments (Signed into law, Mar 26, 2026)

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