Press Releases

DENVER - Statement from Colorado Governor Jared Polis and Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser regarding the multistate lawsuit challenging President Trump’s emergency declaration:

DENVER - Gov. Jared Polis today issued the following statement in regard to President Trump’s decision to bypass lawmakers and build a wall: 

“President Donald Trump’s plan to circumvent Congress and declare a state of emergency for his personal vanity project is an astonishing abuse of power. This is not only a waste of taxpayer dollars but a distraction from the many real issues that affect hardworking Coloradans.

While the president tries to separate us— Coloradans, and my administration, will continue to unite by building a Colorado for all.”

DENVER - Gov. Polis announces boards and commissions appointments. 

State Board of Stock Inspectors

Underground Damage Prevention Safety Commission

Wine Industry Development Board

Uninsured Employer Board

Special Funds Board for Workers’ Compensation Self Insurers

Workers’ Compensation Cost Containment Board

Rocky Mountain Low Level Radioactive Waste Compact

Solid and Hazardous Waste Commission

DENVER - Gov. Jared Polis today issued the following statement on the tentative agreement between Denver Public Schools and the Denver Classroom Teachers Association: 

“I am pleased that after months of negotiations, both sides stepped up, worked together, and found a solution that works for our district, our educators, our parents, and most importantly our children.

DENVER - Governor Jared Polis has announced the formation of a dedicated office within the Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) to cultivate active investment in Colorado’s 126 federally designated Opportunity Zones.

DENVER - Gov. Jared Polis today announced appointments for top positions at the Colorado Department of Human Services and the Colorado Department of Personnel and Administration. 

Michelle Barnes, executive director of the Department of Human Services

DENVER - Gov. Jared Polis today ordered flags lowered to half-staff on all public buildings statewide now until sunset on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019 to honor former U.S. Rep. John Dingell, and as ordered by President Trump. Former Rep. Dingell died on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019. 

The full text of the President’s proclamation:

DENVER - Gov. Jared Polis today appointed Corinne Magid to the Jefferson County Court in the First Judicial District. Magid fills a vacancy created by the appointment of Ryan Stuart to the 18th Judicial District Court.

DENVER — Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019 — State of Colorado government offices in Denver and surrounding suburban counties will close at 2 p.m. due to extreme weather conditions.  

State facilities essential to public health and safety will maintain regular operating schedules and “essential personnel” will maintain regular schedules. 

DENVER - Ahead of tomorrow’s Senate confirmation vote on Environmental Protection Agency Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler, Gov. Jared Polis and U.S. Senator Michael Bennet sent a letter to Wheeler opposing the proposed freeze of fuel efficiency standards that require ongoing improvements to light-duty vehicles.