SANTA CLARA, UT - Utah Governor Gary R. Herbert today declared a State of Emergency for Utah and signed a letter requesting President Barack Obama issue a presidential disaster declaration for the state due to the recent flooding in southern Utah. If approved by the President, Utah would become eligible for federal disaster assistance for public infrastructure.

SALT LAKE CITY - More good news for Utah's economy: Utah Governor Gary R. Herbert and Treasurer Richard K. Ellis announced today the affirmation of the State's "AAA" general obligation bond rating by all three bonding agencies - Standard & Poor's, Moody's Investors Service, and Fitch Ratings. Utah is one of only seven states to earn a AAA bond rating by all three of the rating agencies, also known as a "triple-triple" rating.

 
SALT LAKE CITY - Utah Lieutenant Governor Greg Bell has joined the Heroes Vote Initiative to promote National Military Voter Readiness Day on September 15, 2012.  With state deadlines for registering and requesting an absentee ballot fast approaching, National Military Voter Readiness Day was created to help make sure that military voters are election ready.

SALT LAKE CITY - On Wednesday, September 12, Governor Gary R. Herbert appointed Barry Lawrence to fill a vacancy on the Third District Court. The vacancy results from the retirement of Judge William W. Barrett effective November 1, 2012.

SALT LAKE CITY - Governor Gary R. Herbert authorized the lowering of the Flag of the United States of America and the Flag of the State of Utah until September 16, 2012, as a mark of respect for the memory of John Christopher Stevens, United States Ambassador to Libya, and American personnel killed in the attack on the American diplomatic facility in Benghazi.

Salt Lake City, UT - The 4th District Judicial Nominating Commission has scheduled a meeting for September 17 at 9:00 am to review applications of individuals interested in filling a judicial vacancy resulting from the pending retirement of Judge Sterling B. Sainsbury. The Commission will meet in the conference room of the law offices of Ray, Quinney & Nebeker located at 86 N. University Avenue, Suite 430 in Provo, Utah.
 

SALT LAKE CITY- In honor of the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001, and as a tribute to the heroes who came to their country's aid, Governor Gary R. Herbert has ordered all flags on state-owned facilities to be flown at half-staff on Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2012.

SALT LAKE CITY-Utah Governor Gary R. Herbert has been named to the National Governors Association (NGA) Education and Workforce Committee by NGA Chair, Delaware Gov. Jack Markell, and NGA Vice Chair, Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin.

SALT LAKE CITY -MarketWatch at The Wall Street Journal has just called Utah the "brightest star" on the American flag. The reason? Independent research by Pollina Corporate Real Estate puts Utah at the top of its list of Ten Pro-Business States for 2012. The #1 ranking comes after three consecutive years at the second spot on the list.

SALT LAKE CITY - As the state economy continues to rebound, Utah Governor Gary R. Herbert wants to take the way state government services are coordinated and funded to a new level. He is moving to reorganize and re-title the Governor's Office of Planning and Budget (GOPB) as the new Governor's Office of Management and Budget (GOMB), naming Kristen Cox GOMB director.

SALT LAKE CITY - Following today's extraordinary session of the Utah State Senate, Governor Gary R. Herbert met with his nominees for the Third District Court to congratulate them and their families. He then issued the following statement:

SALT LAKE CITY - In a year of drought and fires statewide, water is getting more and more attention in public forums. Today's 7th Annual Native American Summit is no exception. In front of more than 500 attendees, Governor Gary R. Herbert and Confederated Tribes of the Goshute chairman Ed Naranjo signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding water rights.

SALT LAKE CITY - Yesterday the State Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee voted to not endorse Su J. Chon, Governor Gary R. Herbert's nominee for the Third District Court.

SALT LAKE CITY - Yesterday the State Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee voted to not endorse Su J. Chon, Governor Gary R. Herbert's nominee for the Third District Court. Chon's nomination will advance to the entire Senate in an extraordinary session tomorrow. Today the Governor issued the following statement in support of Chon:

SALT LAKE CITY - Governor Gary R. Herbert issued the following statement in response to Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney's naming of Wisconsin Congressman Paul Ryan as his vice-presidential running mate:

SALT LAKE CITY-As NASA's 1-ton, unmanned Curiosity rover intelligently traverses Mars, Governor Gary R. Herbert is encouraging unmanned vehicle businesses and entrepreneurs to navigate their way to Utah, bringing jobs and opportunity with them.

Salt Lake City - Governor Gary R. Herbert Tuesday appointed Harris H. Simmons as a member of the State Board of Regents, replacing David Jordan.

Salt Lake City - Governor Gary R. Herbert proposes the following Senate member appointments:

SALT LAKE CITY- Today, Governor Gary R. Herbert is on his way to the Republican Governor's Association (RGA) annual meeting in Aspen, Colorado to discuss current issues with fellow governors. The Governor will also meet with presidential candidate Mitt Romney.

SALT LAKE CITY - Two cities in the top ten "Best Cities for Successful Aging" are right here in Utah according to the non-profit Milken Institute's latest study.

SALT LAKE CITY - The Third District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for a vacancy on the district court. The vacancy results from the retirement of Judge William W. Barrett effective November 1, 2012.  The Third Judicial District includes Salt Lake, Summit, and Tooele counties.

SALT LAKE CITY - Governor Gary R. Herbert today issued the following statement urging caution and adherence to fireworks restrictions as Utahns celebrate Pioneer Day:

SALT LAKE CITY - Governor Gary R. Herbert today paid tribute to Utah's pioneer heritage in his latest blog post:

Salt Lake City - In conjunction with President Barack Obama's proclamation ordering the Flag of the United States of America to be flown at half-staff upon certain Federal facilities, Utah Governor Gary R. Herbert today authorized the lowering of the Flag of the United States of America and the Flag of the State of Utah as a mark of respect for the victims of the tragedy in Aurora, Colorado.

Salt Lake City - The Utah economy continues to expand according to new employment figures released today by the Department of Workforce Services.

Utah recognized for extraordinary efforts to protect the voting rights of service members and their families

Salt Lake City - Governor Gary R. Herbert was selected Sunday as a member of the National Governors Association Executive Committee for the 2012-2013 year.

Salt Lake City - The National Science Foundation has awarded a group of Utah higher educational institutions and related organizations a five-year, $20 million competitive grant to help manage and protect one of the state's most valuable and scarce resources: water.

SALT LAKE CITY - July 12, 2012 - Have you ever heard of Utah.gov?  If so, it is not by coincidence.  The state of Utah wants citizens to be aware of its official state website, Utah.gov, and the hundreds of government transactions that can be completed online.

SALT LAKE CITY - Utah moved up six places to take second in CNBC's annual study "America's Top States for Business." The 2012 study lauds Utah's strong workforce, effective transportation, and low cost of doing business. Governor Gary R. Herbert issued the following statement:

Salt Lake City - Governor Gary R. Herbert ordered the lowering of the Flag of the United States of America and the Flag of the State of Utah on the day of Utah Highway Patrol Trooper Aaron Beesley's funeral, Saturday, July 7, 2012. The Governor issued the following statement:

SALT LAKE CITY - Governor Gary R. Herbert announced today that no changes to state law are necessary to reduce fire risks in the state. He added that State Forester Dick Buehler has authority to limit the discharge of firearms in unincorporated areas.

SALT LAKE CITY- Yesterday Utah Governor Gary R. Herbert reached out to local religious leaders with a petition for prayer on behalf of those facing and fighting fires in the State. Following is the content of the letter distributed.

SALT LAKE CITY - Governor Herbert has authorized the deployment of the Utah National Guard to assist in the ten alarm Herriman Rose Crest fire. The National Guard is tasked with assisting in the air assault and any other effort local emergency responders need.

Salt Lake City - Governor Gary R. Herbert expressed extreme disappointment today regarding the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. His staff is presently conducting a thorough legal and policy review. He has released the following statement:

Salt Lake City - Governor Gary R. Herbert signed special session legislation Monday and approved the appointment of the new executive director of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control Tuesday.

SALT LAKE CITY - Today, Governor Gary R. Herbert released the following statement regarding the Supreme Court ruling on Arizona's Immigration Law:

SALT LAKE CITY - In accordance with Utah Code Annotated SS 20A-14-105, Governor Gary R. Herbert has certified the following names to the Lt. Governor's Office for inclusion on the 2012 ballot as candidates for the State Board of Education.

Salt Lake City - Governor Gary R. Herbert and the Utah Board of Regents named Dave Buhler the Commissioner of Higher Education today.

SALT LAKE CITY -- Utah Governor Gary R. Herbert has appointed Su J. Chon and James T. Blanch to the Third District Court, which serves Salt Lake, Summit, and Tooele counties.