AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoUtah Supreme Court: Gov. Spencer Cox has appointed two new justices, Jay Jorgensen and Stephen Dent, to fill seats created by a 2026 law expanding the court from five to seven. The Utah Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee is now taking public comment ahead of a hearing. Local Government: Ogden Valley, Utah’s newest city, is weighing a steep $2.2 million budget gap—options include a major tax increase or new fees and cuts, depending on what the state allows. State Finance: Utah’s unclaimed property total hit a record $178 million, and the Treasurer’s office is hosting a Unclaimed Property Webathon to help residents find lost money. Public Health: Highly pathogenic avian influenza has been detected at a Logan dairy, triggering mandatory weekly testing for Cache County dairies and potential quarantines if results come back positive. Sports & Culture: Utah’s Huntsman Cancer Institute researchers presented new prostate cancer trial results, while Utah’s presence in national sports chatter continues—from the Stanley Cup Final to local athletes and events.
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