Pueblo, CO – Today, Senate President Leroy Garcia hosted a roundtable discussion with local veterans in response to Donald Trump’s disparaging comments regarding generals, veterans, and the military at large. The participants included former Army Ranger …
Critical relief funds available for struggling Coloradans in the wake of COVID-19 DENVER, CO – Today, state lawmakers and Energy Outreach Colorado announced that $4.8 million in utility assistance for consumers is now available. HB20-1412, sponsored by …
Denver, CO – Today the Governor signed a landmark bill to combat the rising numbers of teen vaping in Colorado. Sponsored by Senator Jeff Bridges and Representative Kyle Mullica, HB20-1001 keeps kids safe by increasing the minimum age for purchase of …
Denver, CO – Today the Governor signed four bills into law sponsored by Sen. Dominick Moreno that improve health care access and pursue justice for Colorado's LGBTQ residents: “Colorado is growing into a progressive and welcoming place but these bills …
DENVER, CO – The Colorado Latino and Black Caucuses today released the following statement after the Supreme Court ruled that the Trump Administration cannot immediately end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. “The Trump Administration’s …
Today the Senate passed three pieces of bipartisan legislation that would provide additional, long term relief to middle and low-income Coloradans, as well as significantly increase funding for K-12 education and housing relief. “These bills work in tandem …
DENVER, CO – Today the Senate passed several important bills from the Democratic package of CARES relief legislation. These bills include proposals to address mental health, provide financial relief for low-income Coloradans, establish a small business …
DENVER, CO – Three critical bills for Coloradans passed the Senate State, Veterans & Military Affairs Committee today. These bills utilize funds from the federal CARES Act to provide direct relief to Coloradans for housing assistance, utilities, mental …
DENVER, CO – Today the Senate Finance Committee passed multiple important pieces of legislation that directly respond to the COVID-19 crisis. These bills include proposals to establish a small business recovery loan fund, prevent price gouging, and protect …
DENVER, CO – In response to the ongoing public health crisis facing the world, Colorado Democrats brought people together and proposed legislation focused on providing immediate relief for hardworking families. Today, two such proposals passed the Senate, …
Denver, CO – Today, Senate Democrats passed historical police reform legislation in the wake of the gruesome killing of George Floyd at the hands of peace officers. This bill outlines a duty to intervene by other officers when excessive force is being used …
DENVER, CO – Today the Senate passed two critical bills to support those hit hardest by the economic turmoil resulting from the coronavirus pandemic. “These bills work to support Coloradans who have been hurt by the economic crash following COVID-19,” …
DENVER, CO – Today the Senate passed two critical bills to support the health of vulnerable Coloradans, including those struggling with opioid addiction or Human Immunodeficiency Virus. HB20-1061 HIV Prevention Medications, sponsored by Senator Dominick …
Denver, CO – Today the Joint Budget Committee Vice-Chair Dominick Moreno and Senator Rachel Zenzinger released the following statements after the Senate passed Colorado's long bill budget for FY20-21 (HB20-1360) on a vote of 24-9. "The impact of …
Denver, CO – Today, the Senate passed several initiatives to support vulnerable Coloradans, including mobile-home park residents and domestic abuse victims. The body also fought to protect respiratory health by prioritizing the long-term improvement of air …
Denver, CO – Today, the Senate passed several initiatives to increase access to health care, strengthen rural economies, and support teachers. HB20-1236 Health Care Coverage Easy Enrollment Program, sponsored by Senator Bridges and Senator Tate, works to …
Denver, CO – Today, Senate President Leroy Garcia, Senator Rhonda Fields, Representative Leslie Herod, and Representative Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez unveiled legislation to improve public confidence in the integrity of law enforcement. The bill formalizes …
Denver, CO – Today, the Senate State, Veterans & Military Affairs approved SB20-212 Reimbursement For Telehealth Services, a bipartisan bill that seeks to protect Colorado patients’ access to telehealthcare. Senate Bill 212 — sponsored by Sen. Faith …
Today the Senate Finance committee advanced legislation to protect Colorado's working families with the passage of SB20-207 and SB20-211. “These bills seek to implement essential protections for working Coloradans and their families — so they can get …
Denver, CO – Today Senate leaders spoke in a media availability about newly introduced legislation aimed at tackling some of Colorado’s top priorities, including the ongoing adverse impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. "We are leading in difficult times …
