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Colorado Disability Funding Committee Launches College Themed License Plate Configuration Auction
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DENVER- The Colorado Disability Funding Committee launched an auction for the rights to use several Colorado license plate configurations with references to Colorado colleges and universities.
Colorado Increasing the Minimum Wage for Workers
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DENVER - The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment’s (CDLE) Division of Labor Standards and Statistics (DLSS) announced today the proposed new Colorado minimum wage, currently at $12.32 for 2021, will rise on January 1, 2022 to $12.56, or $9.54 for those receiving enough in tips for total pay to meet or exceed the full minimum wage.
Governor Polis Celebrates National Public Lands Day
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DENVER - Governor Jared Polis released the following statement to celebrate National Public Lands Day and encourage all Coloradans to take advantage of Colorado’s public land.
Colorado’s COVID-19 Containment Response Corps Wins National Award
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DENVER — The Colorado COVID-19 Containment Response Corps (CCRC) was recognized virtually last week at the 2021 America’s Service Commissions (ASC) Innovation and Leadership Awards with the Outstanding Service Program award.
Powering the Comeback Tour: Governor Polis Meets with Small Businesses, Discusses Economic Recovery in Pueblo, Salida, Cañon City
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PUEBLO - Today, Governor Polis continued the Powering the Comeback Tour by visiting with small businesses in Pueblo, Salida, and Cañon City.
Governor Polis, Partners Announce Afghan Evacuee Support Fund to Support New Coloradans
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DENVER- Gov. Jared Polis, in partnership with fiscal sponsor Rose Community Foundation, announced the Colorado Afghan Evacuee Support Fund to ensure that Colorado is prepared to welcome Afghan evacuees and connect them with community resources.
Serve Colorado Announces Grant Competition for AmeriCorps Programs
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DENVER — Serve Colorado, which administers Colorado’s AmeriCorps State program, is now accepting applications from nonprofit organizations, state and local agencies, and federally recognized Tribes who are interested in placing AmeriCorps members in Colorado.
Gov. Polis Announces Boards and Commissions Appointments
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In 2020, the Federal Communications Commission adopted rules to establish 988 as the new, nationwide, 3-digit phone number for Americans in crisis to connect with suicide prevention and mental health crisis counselors.
Governor Polis Statement on FDA Approval of Pfizer Booster for Americans Over 65 and At High Risk for Severe Illness or Exposure to COVID-19
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DENVER - Governor Jared Polis released the following statement upon reports the U.S. FDA approved Pfizer booster shots for people over 65 and those at high risk for severe illness or exposure to COVID-19.
Gov. Polis Orders Flags Lowered to Honor Passing of Firefighter Paramedic Anthony Palato
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DENVER - Governor Jared Polis today ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff on all public buildings from sunrise until sunset on Tuesday, September 21, 2021, in honor of South Metro Fire Rescue Firefighter Paramedic Anthony Palato, who passed away on September 15, 2021.
September Economic Forecast Shows Colorado’s Economy is Building Back Better
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DENVER - The Governor’s Office of State Planning and Budgeting (OSPB) released its quarterly economic forecast today.
Governor Polis Statement on Proposed Bison Removal from Grand Canyon National Park
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DENVER - Governor Jared Polis released a statement on the reported lethal removal plans of Bison in Grand Canyon National Park. “Our American Bison are a majestic and iconic species of wildlife.
Gov. Polis Announces New COVID-19 Community Vaccination Sites & Launch of At-Home Testing Program
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DENVER - Today, Governor Jared Polis provided an update on Colorado’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, where he shared an overview of the state’s plan to administer booster shots, an announcement of the opening of several community vaccination sites, and provided information about a new at-home testing program provided by the state.
JBC Approves Polis-Primavera Administration Plan to Raise Minimum Wage for Colorado’s Direct Care Workers to $15/hour
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DENVER- Today, the Joint Budget Committee members and Chair Moreno approved a plan put forward by the Polis-Primavera administration and the Department of Health Care Policy and Financing that starting January 1, 2022, direct care workers funded with any state dollars working in-home and community-based settings are to receive a minimum wage of $15 per hour.
Governor Polis Statement on Pfizer Announcement Regarding Efficacy of COVID-19 Vaccine for 5-11-year-Olds
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DENVER - Governor Jared Polis released a statement following reports that the Pfizer vaccine is effective and safe for children aged 5 - 11 years of age.
Governor Polis, CDHS Announce $275 Million Investment in Colorado’s Early Childhood Sector to Help Build Back Better
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DENVER - Governor Polis and the Office of Early Childhood (OEC) announced the allocation of over $275 million through the federal American Rescue Plan to support families with young children, child care providers, and other early childhood professionals.
Governor Polis Statement on Senate Official Rejecting Inclusion of Immigration Reform in Reconciliation Package
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DENVER - Today, Governor Polis released a statement following reports that the Senate Parliamentarian ruled that a path to citizenship for immigrants can not be included as part of its current Congressional reconciliation package.
Governor Polis Statement on FDA Advisory Committee Vote on COVID-19 Booster Shot
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DENVER - Governor Jared Polis released a statement following a vote by the Advisory Committee U.S. to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on the COVID-19 booster.
Governor Polis Statement on BLM Decision to Keep and Grow Western Headquarters in Colorado
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GRAND JUNCTION - Colorado Governor Jared Polis released a statement on Interior Secretary Deb Haaland and the Biden administration’s decision to keep and grow the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) headquarters in Grand Junction as one of two official headquarters, while also maintaining a headquarters in Washington, D.C. for select leadership staff and to provide clarity to existing staff.
Governor Polis Appoints Ashley R. Andrews to the Pitkin County Court in the 9th Judicial District
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DENVER - Today, Governor Polis appointed Ashley R. Andrews to the Pitkin County Court in the 9th Judicial District.
