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Governor Huntsman Appoints Seventh Judicial Nominating Commission

News Release
September 01, 2005

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH*Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr. recently appointed seven people to the Seventh Judicial District Nominating Commission. The Seventh Judicial District consists of Emery, San Juan, Grand and Carbon Counties.

Each individual has been appointed to serve a four year term on the Judicial Nominating Commission. By state law, the bipartisan commission includes lawyers and non-lawyers.

Governor Huntsman Urges Public to Support American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund

News Release
August 31, 2005

Lt. Governor to Announce Statewide Voting Solution Two Utah Cities will Use New Voting Equipment this Fall

News Release
August 31, 2005

Governor Huntsman Updates Utah's Response to Hurricane Relief Efforts

News Release
August 31, 2005

WHO: Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman Jr.

WHAT: News conference to update Utah's efforts to provide relief efforts to the victims of Hurricane Katrina

WHEN: 4:30 p.m. TODAY, Wednesday, August 31, 2005

WHERE: Governor's Board Room East Building, State Capitol Complex

Governor Huntsman and State Agencies/Officials Respond to Hurricane Relief

News Release
August 31, 2005

Salt Lake City, Utah*At the request of the State of Louisiana, Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr. has made arrangements to provide assistance in the form of personnel and supplies. In addition, Governor Huntsman has extended the possibility of housing up to 1,000 hurricane victims immediately for an undetermined amount of time ranging from weeks to months.

Governor Huntsman Names Member of Board of Pardons and Parole

News Release
August 30, 2005

Salt Lake City, Utah*Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., today announced his selection of Keith N. Hamilton to serve on the Utah Board of Pardons and Parole. Hamilton replaces Michael Sibbett, who retired from the Board after 15 years of service.

Governor's Education Summit

News Release
August 25, 2005

Governor Huntsman Receives List of Finalists for Board of Pardons

News Release
August 23, 2005

Governor Huntsman Appoints New Member to the Utah State Board of Education

News Release
August 18, 2005

Salt Lake City, Utah*Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., is pleased to announce the appointment of Randall Mackey to serve on the Utah State Board of Education. Mackey is a graduate of the University of Utah where he earned a degree in Economics. He also holds an MBA from Harvard University and law degrees from Columbia University and Oxford University.

AMANRESORTS Announcement (Southern Utah Destination)

News Advisory
August 15, 2005

WHO:

• Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr.
• Ownership Group of AMANRESORTS

WHAT: AMANRESORTS announces plans for the Amangiri Resort and Spa to the Utah market.

WHEN: Tuesday, August 16, 2005 11:00 a.m.

WHERE: East State Capitol Complex, 220 Governor's Boardroom

Utah Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice Release Rape Study

News Release
August 11, 2005

Education Choice Conference to Convene at Snowbird

News Release
August 09, 2005

President Signs Disaster Declaration for Utah

News Release
August 01, 2005

Governor Huntsman Names an Energy Advisor

News Release
July 28, 2005

Salt Lake City, Utah * Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Energy Advisor for the state. Dr. Laura S. Nelson has accepted the position and plans to begin on September 1, 2005.

"Dr. Nelson has extensive experience in energy policy," said Governor Huntsman. "We look forward to utilizing Dr. Nelson's expertise to help shape our energy initiatives."

Advertising Agency Selected to Brand Utah

News Release
July 27, 2005

Salt Lake City, Utah - Advertising agency W Communications has been selected to develop a branding campaign for the State of Utah. The announcement was made today by Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr. The contract is part of an overall effort to increase the number of tourists who visit Utah every year.

Governor Huntsman to Get an Update on Fire Damage in Southern Utah

News Advisory
July 26, 2005

WHO:

• Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr.
• Mike Styler

WHAT: The Governor will tour and areas damaged by recent wildfires in Southern Utah and get an update on suppression efforts and continued threat.

WHEN: TODAY, Tuesday, July 26, 2005

All times are approximate

Governor Huntsman Orders State Flags Lowered to Half-Staff

News Release
July 24, 2005

Salt Lake City, Utah -- Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr. has ordered the lowering of flags to half-staff on all Sate government properties on Tuesday, July 26, 2005, in honor of fallen solder, Sergeant First Class Ronald T. Wood.

Governor Huntsman sends his heartfelt condolences to the family of SFC Ronald T. Wood who died on July 16, 2005, when an improvised explosive devise detonated near his Humvee in Kirkuk, Iraq.

Utah Governor Appoints International Trade Executive for Latin America

News Release
July 22, 2005

Salt Lake City - Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr. has appointed a trade executive to oversee the state's economic development efforts in Latin America. Miguel R. Rovira will assume his duties on August 1, 2005.

Governor Huntsman Questions Nuke Waste Transportation Plan

News Release
July 16, 2005

Salt Lake City, Utah * Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., is shocked and dismayed by a vote in the U.S. House of Representatives to allocate federal funding to address anticipated "legal challenges" that may be brought by the State of Utah "regarding shipments of spent nuclear fuel and high-level radioactive waste to Skull Valley, Utah."

Governor Huntsman Institutes Nepotism Policy

News Release
July 15, 2005

Salt Lake City, Utah * Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., has approved the following nepotism policy for his senior staff members:

I. Subject to the legal limits of his authority, Governor Huntsman prohibits the hiring of any politically appointed Executive Branch employee who has an immediate familial relationship with a member of the Governor's senior staff.

Governor's 2005 Economic Summit Local Government Partnerships

News Advisory
July 14, 2005

WHO:

• Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr.
• Lt. Governor Gary Herbert
• State Legislators
• Mayors
• County Commissioners
• Economic Development Officials

WHAT: The Governor will discuss his economic development strategy with elected officials from across the State of Utah.

WHEN: Friday, July 15, 2005 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Governor Huntsman Forwards Nominees to the State Senate

News Release
July 11, 2005

Salt Lake City, Utah * Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., has forwarded the following nominees to the Utah State Senate for confirmation:

Board of Tourism Development:

Statement from Governor Huntsman Concerning the London Bombings

Immediate Release
July 07, 2005

"We were horrified by the events that played out in London this morning. We express our condolences to all who are grieving as a result of the bombings.

Locally, we are maintaining contact with our offices of homeland security and emergency services, and we are working through the appropriate Department of Public Safety channels to ensure the safety and security of our local transportation system."

Governor Huntsman Names 2nd District Juvenile Court Judge

News Release
July 06, 2005

Salt Lake City, Utah * Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., has appointed Judge Paul Iwasaki to Utah's Second District Juvenile Court. The Court has jurisdiction in Weber, Davis and Morgan Counties. Iwasaki is currently a Salt Lake City Justice Court Judge.

Change in Leadership at the Department of Commerce

News Release
July 06, 2005

Governor Huntsman Forwards Nominees to the State Senate

News Release
July 06, 2005

Salt Lake City, Utah * Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., has forwarded the following nominees to the Utah State Senate for confirmation:

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission:

Governor Huntsman to Tour the Uintah Basin

News Advisory
July 06, 2005

WHO:

• Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr.
• Lt. Governor Gary Herbert
• Senator Beverly Evans
• Representative John Mathis
• Members of Governor's Staff

WHAT: The Governor will tour the Uintah Basin with members of his administration as well as local Representatives and Senators

WHEN: Friday, July 8th and Saturday, July 9th, 2005

Friday, July 8th

Utah Governor Launches New Economic Development Office

News Release
July 01, 2005

Utah Governor Welcomes New Department of Community and Culture

News Release
July 01, 2005

Salt Lake City, Utah -- Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., is please to welcome the new Department of Community and Culture (DCC). The new state department became effective today. DCC was created by House Bill 318 during the 2005 General Session of the Utah Legislature. DCC is splitting from the former Department of Community and Economic Development.

Governor Huntsman to Kick Off Fire Season Safety Awareness

For Immediate Release
June 29, 2005

Governor Huntsman Travels to Mexico

News Release
June 24, 2005

Salt Lake City, Utah - Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr. will travel to Mexico to meet with President Vincente Fox July 13th. Chris Roybal, Sr. Advisor for Economic Development will travel with the Governor, leaving Monday, July 11th and returning Thursday, July 14th.

Governor Huntsman Tours the USS Ronald Reagan Naval Aircraft Carrier

For Immediate Release
June 24, 2005

Governor Visits with Iceland President

For Immediate Release
June 23, 2005

WHO:

• Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr.
• President of Iceland Olaafur Ragnar Grimsson

WHAT: President Grimsson will visit briefly with Governor Huntsman.

WHEN: Friday, June 24, 2005 9:00 a.m./photo op after meeting

WHERE: Governor's Board Room

Statement from Governor Huntsman Concerning Brennan Hawkins

For Immediate Release
June 21, 2005

"Mary Kaye and I join all Utahns in expressing our joy at the reuniting of Brennan with his family. We express deep appreciation to all who were involved in this successful recovery."

-Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr.

Governor's 2005 Economic Summit

News Advisory
June 20, 2005

WHO:

• Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr.
• Christopher Roybal
• Larry H. Miller
• Fred Lampropoulos
• Dinesh Patel
• President Michael Young
• Pamela Atkinson
• Approximately 100 Corporate CEOs
• Legislative Leadership
• University Representatives

WHAT: Governor's 2005 Economic Summit Helping Shape the Economic Strategy for the Future of Utah

Governor Huntsman Appoints Fifth Judicial Nominating Commission

News Release
June 17, 2005

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH-Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr. recently appointed seven people to the Fifth Judicial District Nominating Commission. The Fifth Judicial District consists of Millard, Beaver, Iron and Washington counties.

Each individual has been appointed to serve a four year term on the Judicial Nominating Commission. By state law, the bipartisan commission includes lawyers and non-lawyers.

Governor Huntsman Names Appellate Court Nominee

News Release
June 14, 2005

Salt Lake City, Utah - Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., has appointed Carolyn ("Lyn") Baldwin McHugh to the Utah Court of Appeals. McHugh has practiced since 1983 at Parr Waddoups Brown Gee & Loveless in Salt Lake City and was named partner in 1987. Her practice has focused on commercial litigation and environmental law.

Costco Announces Location of a Major Distribution Center

News Release
June 09, 2005

Salt Lake City, Utah - Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., and officials from Costco have announced plans for construction of a major distribution center in Salt Lake City, Utah. "This decision is further confirmation of Utah's position as the 'crossroads of the West' which is one of the key elements of our economic development positioning efforts," said Governor Huntsman.

Governor Huntsman Names Energy Advisory Council

News Release
June 06, 2005

Salt Lake City, Utah - Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., has appointed the following members of the state's new Energy Advisory Council:

Governor Reappoints Tax Commission Commissioner

News Release
June 03, 2005

Salt Lake City, Utah - Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr. has reappointed Pam Hendrickson as Chair of the Utah State Tax Commission. Hendrickson's name was sent to the State Senate this week and awaits confirmation at the next interim day on Wednesday, June 15th.