Utah Governor Cox Formalizes Statewide Quantum Initiative Through Executive Order
Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox signed an executive order on August 10, 2026, formalizing the Utah Quantum Initiative and establishing a Quantum Coordination Council. The statewide effort builds on existing strengths in quantum sensing, photonics, semiconductor manufacturing, and defense assets. A landscape report mapping research, manufacturing, and workforce capacity is due by March 30, 2027.
August 11, 2026