Gary R. Herbert

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Thank you to @WhiteHouse & @FEMA for approving Utah’s Disaster Declaration. This will provide individuals in Davis and Salt Lake counties with federal funding to help recover from earthquakes this spring. More info at https://t.co/bPQ5K1r5ye — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

I believe in you, Utah. So let us all wash our hands, wear our masks, and put our shoulder to the wheel to get this done. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Some flexibility will be given to school boards and principals to accommodate younger children, and we call on those local leaders to use common sense in the flexibility they use. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Today, I am announcing that we are mandating that all students, faculty, staff and visitors in all K-12 school districts and charter schools will wear a mask in buildings and on buses. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

We are also working with school districts and school boards to have them open up. Each district needs to have a plan in place by August 1. We want to make sure schools are safe for students to learn and teachers to teach — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Let’s see if we can do it without making it mandatory. We have a responsibility to do what we can to slow the spread of coronavirus and need to take it upon ourselves as we have in times past. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Yesterday was our highest case count day with 722 new cases. But our rolling 7-day average as of yesterday was 576. So I have a challenge for you, Utah. We need to get our 7-day rolling average below 500 by August 1. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Much of the state is still in yellow, and many counties are in green. People in all counties need to be more careful about wearing masks. Regardless of color code, risk is still present. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

I’m afraid as restrictions have eased, many of our residents have become complacent. Our rates have gone through the roof. Since the beginning of June, we've doubled our case counts. If the trend continues, we'll overwhelm our hospital system. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

As we had an initial slow growth in case counts, we were able to open up. People went back to work. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Today I want to reiterate the importance of protecting both lives and livelihoods. We need to stay safe and stay open. #coronavirus — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

I’m happy to see the Annie E Casey Foundation ranked Utah 4th in America for overall child well-being. Thank you to all of the parents, educators, and community members dedicating their time to make Utah a great place to raise children. #utpol https://t.co/1XwyTFPdQg — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

It's an honorable act to sacrifice some personal comfort or family traditions this year as we face the largest pandemic of our lifetimes. All we ask is wear a mask! — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

In the Declaration of Independence, our founders pledged to one another their lives, their fortunes and their sacred honor. As Americans and Utahns, we can take the same pledge, to protect one another from COVID. #4thofJuly https://t.co/It2s0o4sis — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

While we celebrate this weekend, let's do so safely. COVID-19 has changed how we interact & celebrate. Gather in smaller groups, hold events outside, practice physical distancing, and use masks. Be especially careful around older family members and those at higher risk. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

As we go into this holiday weekend, it will be critical for Utahns to practice responsible fireworks use. Understanding when and where you can use fireworks safely will help to ensure we all can enjoy the outdoors during these summer months. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Tomorrow, the flag of the United States of America and the flag of the State of Utah will be lowered to half-staff in honor of @usairforce 1st Lt. Kenneth Allen. Flags will remain lowered until sunset. https://t.co/4ojWrn3w68 — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Thanks to our partners who helped procure and deliver 500k masks for students and teachers across Utah. These will be critical in getting kids back to school next month. I greatly appreciate @Boeing for delivering these masks free of cost. https://t.co/kQx6YQ6Rlk — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

I am grateful for the diligent work of our State Board of Education to address the upcoming school year. It is imperative we implement a plan which allows for a safe return to school for students, instructors and administrators. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Very proud of our heroic firefighters who are saving lives and property under extreme conditions. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

RT @SpencerJCox: We had to leave this neighborhood because of thick smoke and intense flames—convinced that many homes would be lost. But t… — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

We also are carefully monitoring the fire in Saratoga Springs and are concerned for those in the area. All Utahns in the vicinity of the fires are asked to follow direction from local public safety officers. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

I greatly appreciate the diligent work of first responders in combating the #TraverseFire and #KnollsFire. Visiting with the response team in Lehi, I was impressed by their preparedness and composure despite the challenge of containment. https://t.co/GrNicJWoxJ — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Most of Utah is under a #RedFlagWarning for fire today. High temps, high winds, low humidity & drought conditions mean a small spark could become a catastrophe. Let’s all exercise extreme caution and stay safe. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Heartfelt gratitude to rapid, heroic work by fire crews pushing back wildfire on steep terrain in dark & windy conditions to protect life & property. #lehifire — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

(A previous version of this tweet incorrectly listed 1st Lt. Allen’s rank. It has since been corrected.) — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

As we welcome home @USAirForce 1st Lt. Allen to be laid to rest, I am filled with gratitude for his selfless service. We will miss his eagerness to lift others up and strengthen those in need. We could not be more proud of how he represented Utah to the rest of the world. https://t.co/GY6dWE3CGO — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

As we welcome home @usairforce 1st Lt. Col. Allen to be laid to rest, I am filled with gratitude for his selfless service. We will miss his eagerness to lift others up and strengthen those in need. We could not be more proud of how he represented Utah to the rest of the world. https://t.co/VUKHOOiN0u — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

I wholeheartedly agree with Utah’s faith leaders. If you love your neighbor, you ought to do what you can to protect them. Please wear face coverings when out in public and follow common sense health guidelines. https://t.co/80Ai78NfwO — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

RT @BradWilsonGOP: I don’t enjoy wearing a mask, but I do it to protect my family, friends and coworkers. Although it may feel like an “inc… — PolitiTweet.org