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Gov. Polis, State Legislators, Community Members & Cabinet Members Discuss Transformative Behavioral Health Legislation, Visit Innovative Community Health Clinic
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DENVER — Today, Colorado Governor Jared Polis joined Rep. Serena Gonzales-Guiterrez, Senator Chris Kolker, Rep. Perry Will, Senator Faith Winter, Rep. Judy Amabile, cabinet members, and community leaders to discuss comprehensive legislation to elevate Colorado’s behavioral health system and address Colorado’s most pressing needs made possible by historic funding from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
Governor Polis Statement on Confirmation of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to U.S. Supreme Court
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DENVER — Today, Governor Jared Polis issued a statement on the confirmation of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the United States Supreme Court.
Governor Jared Polis Appoints Lane P. Thomasson to the Ouray County Court in the Seventh Judicial District
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DENVER — Today, Governor Polis appointed Lane P. Thomasson to fill a vacancy on the Ouray County Court in the Seventh Judicial District.
Lt. Governor Primavera Hosts Meeting With HHS Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response and Colorado’s Federally Recognized Tribes
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DENVER — Today, Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera, Chair of the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs,
Lt. Governor Primavera Joins President Biden, former President Obama for Executive Order Signing Ceremony on Strengthening the Landmark Affordable Care Act
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WASHINGTON D.C. — Today, Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera, Director of the Office of Saving People Money on Health Care, joined President Biden, President Obama, Vice President Harris, Speaker Pelosi at the White House as he signed an Executive Order on Strengthening Access to the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid.
Governor Polis and Lt. Governor Primavera Statement on Passing of Tom Robinson
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DENVER — Governor Jared Polis and Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera released the following statement on the passing of Denver community leader Tom Robinson.
Governor Polis and Lt. Governor Primavera Statement on Passing of Former State Senator Gloria Travis Tanner
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DENVER - Today, Governor Jared Polis and Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera released a statement following the passing of former State Senator Gloria Tanner, the first African American woman in Colorado’s history to serve in the role.
Governor Polis Meets with Air Force Secretary Kendall, Advocates for Colorado as the Only Home for US Space Command
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DENVER — Today, Governor Polis met with United States Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall III to reiterate why Colorado is the best place for the Space Command.
Governor Polis Welcomes President Biden’s Action to Extend Federal Student Loan Pause & Save People Money
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DENVER — Today, Governor Polis released a statement following reports that President Biden plans to extend the pause on student loan debt until later this summer.
Governor Polis, Community Leaders to Honor Colorado Governor’s Citizenship Medal Winners
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DENVER — Governor Polis will join community leaders to celebrate the eight recipients of the 2021 Colorado Governor’s Citizenship Medal, civic-minded leaders who inspire excellence and public service across the state.
Governor Polis, Community Leaders Announce Recipients of Grant to Support Colorado’s Efforts to Welcome Afghan Evacuees, Connect Arrivals with Critical Community Resources
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DENVER — Today, Governor Polis and community leaders announced the recipients of the Colorado Afghan Evacuee Support Fund which, in partnership with fiscal sponsor Rose Community Foundation, provides essential support to organizations working to welcome Afghan evacuees to Colorado, connect newcomers to critical community resources, and ensure evacuees can thrive in Colorado.
Governor Polis to Visit Colorado Springs, Highlight Colorado’s Nation-Leading Work in the Aerospace Industry with Start of 37th Annual Space Symposium
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COLORADO SPRINGS — Today, Governor Polis and Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera, co-chair of the Colorado Space Coalition and Vice-Chair of the Aerospace States Association, welcomed participants in the 37th Annual Space Symposium to Colorado.
Governor Polis Signs First Bill of the 2022 Legislative Session to Provide Real Relief for Small Businesses
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Today, Governor Polis signed the first bill of the legislative session into law.
Governor Jared Polis Provides Hope and a Plan to Save Coloradans Money in 2022 State of the State Address
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Today, Governor Jared Polis delivered the 2022 State of the State address to the Colorado General Assembly.
Governor Polis Statement on “America the Beautiful” Report and Initiative
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DENVER - Today Governor Polis provided a statement in response to the Biden Administration’s release of the “America the Beautiful” report and initiative, fulfilling a directive included in President Biden’s Executive Order 14008.
Governor Polis, Legislators Unveil American Rescue Plan State Funds Package to Power Colorado Comeback
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DENVER - Today, Governor Jared Polis joined legislative leadership, members of the Joint Budget Committee, and members of Colorado’s federal delegation and State Treasurer Dave Young to announce how the state will use federal funds from the American Rescue Plan Act to power the Colorado Comeback.
Gov. Polis Welcomes Biden Administration’s National COVID-19 Preparedness Plan
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Last week, Governor Polis unveiled “Colorado’s Next Chapter: Our Roadmap to Moving Forward,”
Colorado to Launch Auction of 22 Cannabis-Themed License Plates to Benefit State’s Disability Funding Committee
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Today, Colorado launched an auction of the rights for 22 different official state license plate configurations with cannabis-themed phrases including 420, HASH, EDIBLE, THC, and CBD. Proceeds from the auction will benefit the Colorado Disability Funding Committee and will be used to fund grants for disability application assistance as well as new and innovative programs increasing quality of life and independence of Coloradans with disabilities.
Breaking: Gov. Polis to Cliff Dive at Casa Bonita
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Today, Gov. Polis announced he will begin training to serve as a cliff diver when the famed Colorado restaurant Casa Bonita re-opens.
Governor Polis Highlights Vision for Affordable Housing, Signs Bill to Support Thriving Communities in Visit to Eagle County
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Today, Governor Jared Polis highlighted the Polis administration’s vision for affordable and reliable housing during visits to Vail, Avon, and Edwards.
