The Utah Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee is seeking public comment on three judicial nominees appointed by Spencer J. Cox:
- Jeffrey D. Mann – Third District Court
- Ryan Stack – Fourth District Court
- Leah Rachel Jensen Munoz – Fifth District Court
Those who desire to comment should contact the Utah Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee within the Office of Legislative Research and General Counsel by 5:00 p.m., Friday, July 10, 2026. All statements should include the individual’s name, telephone number and mailing address. Electronic comments can be sent to [email protected]. Written comments can be addressed to:
Utah Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee
450 N State Street
405 North Capitol Building
Salt Lake City, UT 84114
The Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee plans to hold a public hearing and then issue a recommendation to the full Senate. If confirmed by the Senate, Mr. Mann, Mr. Stack and Ms. Jensen Munoz will fill the newly created district court judge positions established through legislation passed during the 2026 Legislative Session.
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Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee members include Sen. Todd D. Weiler (Chair), Sen. Kirk A. Cullimore, Sen. Don L. Ipson, Sen. Karen Kwan, Sen. Daniel McCay, Sen. Stephanie Pitcher and Sen. Brady Brammer.
