Press Releases

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Lt. Gov. Primavera Leads Investment Mission to South Korea and Taiwan

DENVER – To enhance global economic ties, showcase Colorado’s strengths and boost the state’s thriving economy, Lt. Governor Primavera led a delegation on behalf of Governor Polis to the Republic of Korea (South Korea) and Taiwan.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Cultivating Futures: Serve Colorado Launches New Farming Apprenticeship During National Apprenticeship Week

CRESTED BUTTE — In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, Serve Colorado is excited to announce the launch of a new Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) in regenerative farm management, aimed at fostering the next generation of agricultural professionals in Colorado. This program not only addresses the pressing need for sustainable farming practices but also provides a pathway for diverse communities to engage in the agricultural sector.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Governor Polis Announces Vision to Reduce GHG Emissions From the Transportation Sector by 2035, Expanding Transportation Options to Save Coloradans Time and Money

DENVER - Today, Governor Polis announced Colorado Transportation Vision: 2035, which includes new goals and strategies to reduce transportation-related air pollution and GHG emissions by increasing transportation options, expanding transit services, and building more housing near train and bus stops.
Friday, November 15, 2024

Governor Polis Issues Executive Order Appointing Judges and Nominating Commissioners for the 18th and 23rd Judicial Districts

DENVER - Today, Governor Polis issued an Executive Order appointing judges to the new 23rd Judicial District (Douglas, Elbert, and Lincoln Counties), which will begin operations in January 2025. The Executive Order also appoints commissioners for new Nominating Commissions in the 18th (Arapahoe County) and 23rd Judicial Districts effective January 14, 2025.
Friday, November 15, 2024

Colorado Members of Congress, Gov. Polis Celebrate Historic Progress in Colorado on Three-Year Anniversary of Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

STATEWIDE - Today, Governor Polis and the Colorado Congressional Delegation are celebrating the three-year anniversary of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, signed into law by President Biden on November 15, 2021. To date, $7.2 billion from IIJA has been awarded in Colorado, supporting over 1,000 different projects so far. This funding is expected to create over 40,000 new jobs in Colorado to accomplish transportation, clean energy, clean water, climate resilience, and broadband projects.
Friday, November 15, 2024

Governor Polis Announces Plans for Pedestrian Walkway in Honor of Colorado’s 150th Anniversary

DENVER - Today, Governor Polis announced plans to build the Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway, an experiential walkway connecting the Colorado State Capitol to Lincoln Veterans Memorial Park. This walkway will help increase pedestrian safety at an intersection by providing Coloradans with a safe passageway to access the downtown Denver area during their daily lives while telling the story of Colorado’s 150 years through an iconic walkway in the civic heart of Colorado.
Thursday, November 14, 2024

Governor Polis, State Health Department Celebrate Colorado Recycles Week

DENVER - The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is pleased to celebrate Colorado Recycles Week, from November 11-15, and encourages everyone to do their part to reduce, reuse, and recycle.
Wednesday, November 13, 2024

Governor Polis Highlights Strong Bipartisan Work in Tech Policy, Discussed Efforts to Save People Money on Health Care

DENVER - Today, Governor Polis attended a series of events focused on solutions to help people save more money on healthcare, Colorado’s leadership on tech policy, and Colorado’s work to grow the state’s economy.
Wednesday, November 13, 2024

Governor Polis Presents 2025-2026 Budget Proposal to Joint Budget Committee

DENVER - Today, Governor Polis presented the administration’s FY 2025-26 budget proposal to the Joint Budget Committee for consideration. Governor Polis has presented a budget that protects investments in education and public safety while balancing a strained budgetary environment.
Wednesday, November 13, 2024

Governors Launch Initiative to Protect American Democracy

Nov 13, 2024 – As the nation faces increasing threats against American democracy – including the dangers of authoritarianism and the undermining of democratic institutions – governors will lead a new initiative, Governors Safeguarding Democracy (GSD), chaired by Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker and Colorado Governor Jared Polis. GSD is a historic nonpartisan coalition of governors working together to protect the state-level institutions of democracy, leveraging their unique legislative, budgetary, executive, and administrative powers to deliver results for the American people.