The Utah Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee is seeking public comment on three judicial nominees appointed by Spencer J. Cox. The nominees include Jeffrey D. Mann for the Third District Court, Ryan Stack for the Fourth District Court, and Leah Rachel Jensen Munoz for the Fifth District Court.
Purpose of judicial appointments
If confirmed by the Senate, these individuals will fill newly created district court judge positions that were established through legislation passed during the 2026 Legislative Session.
Instructions for submitting public comments
Individuals wishing to provide comments must contact the Utah Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee within the Office of Legislative Research and General Counsel by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2026. All submitted statements are required to include the commenter's name, telephone number, and mailing address.
Methods for sending electronic and written feedback
Electronic comments may be sent to senatejudicialnominees@le.utah.gov. Written comments can be directed to the Utah Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee at 450 N State Street, 405 North Capitol Building, Salt Lake City, UT 84114.
Upcoming hearing and recommendation process
The Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee intends to conduct a public hearing before issuing a recommendation to the full Senate.
Members of the confirmation committee
The committee members include Chair Sen. Todd D. Weiler, along with Senators Kirk A. Cullimore, Don L. Ipson, Karen Kwan, Daniel McCay, Stephanie Pitcher, and Brady Brammer.
