SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — New Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has presented his first budget proposal which focuses on pandemic relief and further developing rural infrastructure. Cox, a Republican, stressed the importance of equity as he unveiled the proposed $21.7 billion budget on Monday. The proposal would allocate at least $250 million towards fighting the coronavirus pandemic and $125 million on rural infrastructure, including expanding broadband access and electric vehicle charging stations. The budget also includes a boost in education funding for higher education and K-12 schools. Cox says he supports putting $112 million towards providing $1,500 bonuses for all teachers in the state.