Statement on President Obama directive
SALT LAKE CITY (May 13, 2016) – Gov. Gary R. Herbert issued the following statement regarding the directive issued today by President Barack Obama:
“Today’s action by President Obama is one of the most egregious examples of federal overreach I have ever witnessed. Schools are the domain of state and local government, not our nation’s president. Unfortunately, this is exactly what I have come to expect from the Obama administration. If we have to fight this order, we will not hesitate to do so.”
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Governor signs special session bills
SALT LAKE CITY (May 19, 2016) – Gov. Gary R. Herbert has signed the following bills from yesterday’s special session:
Bill Number
Bill Name
Bill Sponsor
Concurrent Resolution Opposing Unilateral Use of the Antiquities Act
Rep. Keven J. Stratton
Public Education Appropriations Restorations
Sen. Stuart J. Adams
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Governor Gary R. Herbert’s Schedule
May 23, 2016 - May 27, 2016
**The Governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
Monday, May 23
7:45 a.m. Huntsman Cancer Foundation
Location: Alpine
9:00 a.m. Utah Manufacturers Association
Location: West Valley City
1:30 p.m. Deseret News Editorial Board Meeting
Location: Salt Lake City
3:45 p.m. Boards and Commissions Meeting
Location: Governor’s Office
5:15 p.m. Salt Lake Chamber Board Reception
Location: Salt Lake City
Tuesday, May 24
10:00 a.m. Molina Healthcare
Location: State Capitol
2:20 p.m. Energy Development Summit
Location: Salt Palace Convention Center
3:30 p.m. Meeting with Office Staff
Location: State Capitol
Wednesday, May 25
7:45 a.m. Energy Development Summit
Location: Salt Palace Convention Center
10:40 a.m. Utah Credit Union Association
Location: Little America
11:10 a.m. Energy Development Summit
Location: Salt Palace Convention Center
2:00 p.m. Judicial Interviews
Location: State Capitol
Thursday, May 26
4:00 p.m. Division of Facilities Construction and Management
Location: State Capitol
5:00 p.m. KVEL/KLCY Radio Interview
Location: State Capitol
Friday, May 27
8:30 a.m. NGA Phone Calls with Fellow Governors
Location: State Capitol
4:00 p.m. High School Graduation
Location: Utah Valley University
Lt. Governor Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule
May 23, 2016 - May 27, 2016
**The Lt. Governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
Monday, May 23
9:00 a.m. Adonis Georgiadis, Vice President of the New Democracy Party of Greece
Location: State Capitol
9:30 a.m. Affordable Housing Task Force
Location: State Capitol
3:45 p.m. Boards and Commissions Meeting
Location: Governor’s Office
Tuesday, May 24
9:00 a.m. Association of Government Accountants Meeting
Location: Sheraton
9:45 a.m. Volunteers of America Youth Center Ribbon Cutting
Location: Salt Lake City
2:00 p.m. Executive Military Advisory Committee
Location: State Capitol
4:30 p.m. Utah Industrial Energy Efficiency Awards
Location: Salt Palace Convention Center
7:00 p.m. Collabor8 Launch Event
Location Alpine
Wednesday, May 25
11:30 a.m. Energy Development Summit
Location: Salt Palace Convention Center
Thursday, May 26
8:30 a.m. Utah Leaders for Health Event
Location: Zions Bank
9:00 a.m. Franky Sibarani, Indonesian Investment Coordinating Board
Location: Office
10:00 a.m. Junior Achievement of Utah
Location: Edison Elementary
Friday, May 27
No public events
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Gov. Herbert statement on the passing of Neil Ashdown
SALT LAKE CITY (May 23, 2016) – Gov. Gary R. Herbert issued the following statement today regarding the death of former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman’s chief of staff Neil Ashdown:
“I am saddened to learn of the passing of Neil Ashdown. He was a dedicated public servant and a friend and mentor to many. His loss is felt deeply by the many Utahns who had the opportunity to interact with him over the years. Jeanette and I express our deepest condolences and love to Neil’s family.”
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May 23, 2016
At their request, please see the following statement from the Ashdown family. Funeral services will be announced at a later date.
"It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Dr. Neil H. Ashdown, our beloved father, son, brother, husband, colleague, and friend. The world has lost a wonderful and intelligent soul and our grief is great. Dr. Ashdown made many significant contributions to Utah government and politics while serving as Governor Jon M. Huntsman's Chief of Staff, both here and in China, and in his present position at Rocky Mountain Power. Neil was a truly great person and friend."
Please remember Neil and his family and keep them in your hearts and prayers at this difficult time.
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