Press Releases

DENVER - Colorado Governor Jared Polis released a statement following the passing of civil rights hero and Georgia Congressman John Lewis. “One of the honors of my life was working alongside civil rights hero John Lewis - an exceptional leader and fighter for the American Dream. John stood for justice, equality, and hope for a better future for every person in our country. He was the definition of courage and may he rest in peace.”

DENVER - The Office of State Controller released an interim report today as required by the Department of the Treasury (Treasury) Office of Inspector General (OIG). The report includes costs incurred during the period March 1 through June 30, 2020. Further clarification is helpful to understand the fiscal challenges facing the state and the overall allocation of federal CARES Act funding.

DENVER - Gov. Polis announced a statewide mask order yesterday and the Polis administration has acted swiftly and boldly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Wearing a mask is an easy and highly effective way to significantly reduce the spread of COVID-19 and the order has received widespread support. Gov. Polis was joined by Denver Mayor Michael Hancock and Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman at the announcement. The majority of Colorado’s municipalities and counties have already led the way by instituting local mask orders.

DENVER - Governor Jared Polis today announced the appointments of MaryAnn Vielma to the Adams County Court in the 17th Judicial District and Brittany Schneider to the Moffat County Court in the 14th Judicial District.

DENVER - Governor Jared Polis and the Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) today announced the Property Owner Preservation (POP) Program for rental assistance, resulting from HB20-1410, COVID-19-related Housing Assistance. The Governor thanks Representatives Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez, D-Denver, and Tony Exum, D-Colorado Springs; Sen. Rachel Zenzinger D-Arvada, and Sen. Julie Gonzales, D-Denver, for partnering on this important legislation that allocates nearly $20 million in federal CARES Act funding for housing assistance.

DENVER - Governor Jared Polis, Senator Faith Winter, Chair of the Senate Transportation & Energy Committee, and Representative Matt Gray, Chair of the House Transportation & Local Government Committee today announced appointments to the Regional Transportation District (RTD) Accountability Committee. One month ago, the Governor and legislators joined with RTD to announce the creation of this committee after it was unanimously approved by RTD.

DENVER - Governor Jared Polis today announced a Statewide mask order, directing Coloradans to wear a face covering while indoors. This Executive Order goes into effect at midnight tonight. The Governor also provided an update on the State’s response to COVID-19.

DENVER - Governor Jared Polis today announced that Rick Palacio will serve as the Interim Chief of Staff in the Governor’s Office starting August 1st while current Chief of Staff Lisa Kaufmann is on maternity leave. Kaufmann is expected to return to the office full time in early November and resume her role as Chief of Staff.

DENVER - Governor Jared Polis signed an Executive Order in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.  The Governor amended and extended an Executive Order suspending certain statutes allowing the operation of alternate care sites in Colorado. 

DENVER - Governor Jared Polis and members of his administration released a statement following the Trump administration’s increased efforts to rollback the bedrock National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA).