Press Releases

DENVER - Gov. Polis today signed an executive order creating the Office of Future of Work at the Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE). This Office will be a central point for the state’s efforts to respond to Colorado’s rapidly changing economy and workforce.

DENVER — Gov. Jared Polis today announced the appointment of Eric B. White as a District Court Judge in the 18th Judicial District, occasioned by the retirement of the Honorable Charles M. Pratt.

DENVER — Gov. Jared Polis today announced the appointment of Monica Jo Gomez as an El Paso County Court Judge in the Fourth Judicial District, occasioned by the appointment of the Honorable Jessica Curtis to the Fourth Judicial District Court.

DENVER - Colorado’s methane emission standards were used as a model for federal rules. Today, the Trump administration shelved those rules.

PUEBLO, CO - For the first time, a Colorado Governor will host a constituent services table at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo. The Governor’s Director of Constituent Services will hold open office hours on August 30, from 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m in the Agriculture Pavilion.

DENVER - Today, Governor Jared Polis, History Colorado, constitutional officeholders, current and former state legislators, and cabinet members celebrated Women’s Equality Day. The Governor also issued a proclamation declaring August 26, 2019, as Women's Vote Centennial Colorado Day.

DENVER - Governor Jared Polis signed an executive order today that will help improve Colorado’s air quality, protect public health, reduce ozone pollution and address climate change.

DENVER - Governor Jared Polis released the following statement on the investigation of De’Von Bailey’s Death.

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 on Monday, August 26, 2019, to honor Gunnery Sergeant Scott A. Koppenhafer of Mancos, Colorado.

DENVER - Gov. Jared Polis today signed an executive order that supports Colorado’s wildlife, their habitat and migratory routes, while protecting public safety. Habitat loss poses a significant risk to Colorado’s wildlife populations. With Colorado’s growing population and increased travel across the state, nearly 4,000 wildlife-vehicle crashes are reported each year. That’s an estimated $80 million in damages, not including the value of wildlife killed or the impact on the health of wildlife populations.