News from the Office of the Lieutenant Governor

Lt. Gov. Henderson praised the heroic efforts of emergency crews, local leaders and residents of Eureka after visiting the area affected by the devastating Iron Fire in Juab County. She expressed concern over Utah’s elevated fire danger and encouraged everyone to exercise caution, noting that most fires are human caused and preventable.

Apprenticeships are powerful ways to gain education and bolster the workforce. Lt. Gov. Henderson led a delegation to Indianapolis to meet with business and government leaders. The group learned how Indiana has structured the nation’s most advanced employer-driven apprenticeship program.

The National Lieutenant Governors Association Aerospace Committee met in Washington, D.C. to learn what states can do to work with federal, higher ed, military, and industry partners to advance new aerospace technologies. In the next few years, our modes of transportation will get higher and faster. National and economic security demands that the U.S. lead and not lag in these

Lt. Gov. Henderson spoke at the Utah State Capitol’s Wreath Laying Ceremony. She offered a heartfelt acknowledgement to the families of our fallen heroes. She encouraged all to build a state and a country worthy of their sacrifice.

Lt. Gov. Henderson joined U.S. Rep. Mike Kennedy and Valar Atomics CEO Isaiah Taylor to talk about nuclear energy as an option for Utah and beyond. Governor Cox hosted the Operation Gigawatt Summit, bringing together government, business and community leaders. They formed partnerships and talked about energy opportunities for our state, the nation, and the world.