DENVER - Governor Polis announced today alongside a bipartisan group of residents, legislators, and state officials that for 2020, Coloradans shopping for an individual health insurance plan will see an unprecedented reduction in premiums -- an average statewide decrease of 20.2 percent (-20.2%). This is even lower than the 18.2% preliminary decrease announced in July. As this is an average, depending on where people live and the health insurance plan they choose, some people in the rural parts of Colorado will see average decreases of over 30 percent (-30%).
DENVER – During an event co-hosted by the National Governors Association today in Washington, DC, Results for America released the 2019 Invest in What Works State Standard of Excellence, which highlights how a growing number of state governments from across the political spectrum are using evidence and data to improve results for their residents.
DENVER — Gov. Jared Polis today ordered the United States and Colorado flags be lowered to half-staff statewide on all public buildings from sunrise to sunset tomorrow, Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019, to honor former Colorado legislator, Leo Lucero. Lucero served in the legislature for 14 years.
DENVER - Gov. Polis released the following statement on the Trump administration’s proposal to limit the number of refugees admitted to the U.S.:
“Colorado has shown the world time and time again that we have the courage to lead in a better direction. Religious and cultural persecution, political instability, climate change, famine, and war continue to displace millions of people from their home countries. We can protect safety and security while ensuring that those seeking safe refuge in new places with little more than the clothes on their backs are welcomed. Most refugees who arrive are part of families eager to rebuild their lives with the opportunity granted to them through the resettlement program. Investing in refugees is not only the compassionate and humane thing to do, but refugees contribute to our economy in ways that benefit all Coloradans. Our country is at its worst when we close ourselves off from the world. We are at our best when we open our minds, open our doors, open our communities, and demonstrate our compassion.”
DENVER - Colorado has joined a multi-state lawsuit to protect the appropriate enforcement of the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Governor Jared Polis and Attorney General Phil Weiser released the following statements:
DENVER - Following a vote of the Regional Transportation District board in support of the Medal of Honor Museum, Gov. Jared Polis released the following statement:
“Colorado is home to a proud military history, numerous active duty military members and veterans. We are one of the top tourist destinations in the country because of our outdoor activities and unique way of life. Coloradans would be thrilled to have the Medal of Honor Museum located in the capital complex which is accessible, prestigious, and perfectly located near the heart of Denver’s thriving art and cultural scene. I’m glad the RTD board heard our bipartisan calls to celebrate our nation’s heroes and made the right choice for our state.”
DENVER — Gov. Jared Polis today announced the appointment of Meghan Patrice Saleebey as a District Court Judge in the 19th Judicial District to fill a vacancy occasioned by the resignation of the Honorable Ryan Kamada.
DENVER — Governor Jared Polis and Attorney General Phil Weiser today announced that Colorado has joined a multistate lawsuit to challenge the federal government’s unlawful regulation to preempt the state’s Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) standards. These standards — authorized in 2013 by a waiver from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and adopted by Colorado and 13 other states and the District of Columbia — are a key part of state efforts to protect public health and the environment. In the lawsuit, the coalition asserts that this Preemption Rule is unlawful and should be rescinded.
