{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where party = \"Democrat\", state = \"CO\" and year = 2023 sorted by date descending", "rows": [["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-host-year-end-town-hall-estes-park", "Rep. Neguse to Host Year-End Town Hall in Estes Park", "2023-12-30", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 On Saturday, December 30th, Congressman Joe Neguse will close out 2023 by hosting a town hall in Estes Park, Colorado. The Congressman will provide a legislative update and then take questions from attendees. Due to limited space, attendees are required to RSVP, find the link here.\n\nEstes Park | Saturday, December 30th | 2:00-3:00pm\n\nCongressman Neguse will be joined by Estes Park Mayor Wendy Koenig and Larimer County Commissioner Jody Shadduck-McNally.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/president-biden-signs-rep-neguses-bill-expand-mental-health-care-colorados", "President Biden Signs Rep. Neguse\u2019s Bill to Expand Mental Health Care for Colorado\u2019s Military Families Into Law", "2023-12-28", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Last week, President Joe Biden signed Congressman Joe Neguse\u2019s Mental Health for Military Families Act into law. The bipartisan bill, which expands access to counseling and mental health services for Colorado\u2019s military families, was enacted as part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24). The proposal was championed by Senator John Ossof in the United States Senate.\n\n\u201cToday, through the enactment of the Mental Health for Military Families Act, we are doing our part to care for our nation\u2019s service members and their spouses and children. These individuals sacrifice so much to defend our country, and by expanding access to critical mental health services we are making sure they have the support they need,\u201d said Congressman Neguse.\n\n\u201cOur bipartisan bill, which is now law, will expand free access to counseling and mental health services for servicemembers and their families who make great sacrifices for our nation, endure great stress in so doing, and deserve nothing less than the care they need \u2014 when they need it,\u201d Sen. Ossoff said.\n\nSpecifically, the Mental Health for Military Families Act allows the Secretary of Defense to waive out-of-pocket expenses for military families on TRICARE for their first three outpatient mental health visits per year, lowering costs and helping families access the treatment they need.\n\n\u201cThe Mental Health for Military Families Act allows family members of active-duty military personnel to access mental health services without restrictions for their first three visits, using their TriCare benefits. It acknowledges the sacrifices made by military families and aims to reduce the burden on them by facilitating access to mental health care. By providing avenues of care for family members, the act recognizes the challenges they face and supports their well-being. Overall, the VFW sees this as a positive step in ensuring that military families have the support they need and deserve, particularly regarding mental health services,\u201d said Steve Kjonaas, Legislative Director of the Colorado Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S.\n\nCongressman Neguse has been a strong advocate for veterans and service members. In May, he introduced a bipartisan legislative package to ensure that veterans can access the services and resources they deserve. Earlier this year, Congressman Neguse introduced the Veterans Jobs Training Act to increase funding for the highly successful Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP), which works to expand job training and placement services for our nation\u2019s veterans. In that same vein, as part of the 2023 government funding bill, Rep. Neguse secured $650,000 for the Veterans Community Project Transitional Housing in Longmont, Colorado. This project supports the construction of tiny homes for unhoused veterans in Colorado's Second Congressional District.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=528", "Rep. Pettersen Releases Video and Highlights from First Year in Congress", "2023-12-21", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "DENVER\u2014U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) today released a video recapping her first year in office and highlighting her work on legislation, casework, and community outreach to help the people of Colorado\u2019s 7th Congressional District. Click here to access a high-quality, downloadable version of the video with subtitles, and click here for a version without subtitles.\n\n\u201cIt is the greatest honor of my life to be able to represent my community in Congress. I grew up in this district and served in the Colorado state legislature for a decade before heading to D.C. to increase opportunities for regular people like me,\u201d said Pettersen. \u201cWhile far too many people in Washington are focused on partisanship and dysfunction, I\u2019ve spent this first year working on delivering real results. We\u2019ve worked on legislation to address the opioid crisis, increase access to affordable housing and childcare, and improve lives across Colorado. I\u2019ve met with people across our eight counties and my team has helped thousands of residents, secured millions in grant funding for our district, and so much more.\u201d\n\nClick here to watch the video, click here to download\n\nDuring her first year in office, Pettersen has delivered for her district, closing over 1,000 constituent cases, returning over $3 million to residents through casework, helping secure $74 million in grants, and responding to 100,000 constituent emails, calls, and letters. Her office has held dozens of events and Pettersen has attended more than 160 community meetings, events, and tours across the eight counties that make up Colorado\u2019s 7th Congressional District.\n\nIn Washington, Pettersen has introduced 29 bills, 23 of which are bipartisan this year, including three that were passed by the U.S. House of Representatives. She cosponsored 308 bills this year, including measures to lower costs, support veterans and seniors, protect women\u2019s reproductive health care, fund child care and affordable housing options, and protect the environment.\n\nSome highlights of Pettersen\u2019s work this year include:\n\nAddressing the opioid crisis\n\nIntroduced nearly a dozen bills to reduce the import of fentanyl, expand resources for those with substance use disorders, and increase access to naloxone\n\nServes as a member of the Bipartisan Addiction and Mental Health Task Force\n\nIntroduced a bill that passed the House to help combat drug cartels bringing illegal synthetic drugs, like fentanyl, into Colorado and communities across the country\n\nIntroduced a bill that passed the House as a part of the SUPPORT Act to bolster recovery programs\n\nAddressing local concerns\n\nUrging USPS to address postal delays and other issues in rural areas, including sending hundreds of constituent complaints to the Postmaster General, and introducing legislation on specific postal challenges\n\nIntroduced measure to permanently authorize PILT to support counties with public lands\n\nIntroduced Shelter Act to help residents harden their homes and businesses against natural disasters\n\nIntroduced the School Safety Drill Research Act to keep kids safe and mentally well\n\nBrought a bill to address illegal street-racing after hearing concerns from residents in Westminster and Broomfield\n\nHelped secure retention bonuses for Florence Correction Officers\n\nUrging the VA to prioritize the construction of a medical clinic to help veterans in Fremont County\n\nHelped get water beads off the shelves of stores to protect the children they were being marketed towards\n\nPushing to address environmental concerns, including air quality, infrastructure at contaminated sites, and protecting water and other natural resources\n\nServing on the Financial Services Committee\n\nWorking to hold banks accountable, introduced the Stopping Bonuses for Unsafe and Unsound Banking Act\n\nUsing position as Vice Ranking Member on the National Security subcommittee to crack down on traffickers utilizing the financial system\n\nAddressing housing affordability, an issue Pettersen championed at the state level\n\nIntroduced the YIMBY Act to cut red tape around housing construction\n\nIntroduced Manufactured Housing Tenant\u2019s Bill of Rights\n\nGetting ahead of technological threats", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-sends-letter-to-odni-director-haines-to-seek-information-on-us-israel-intelligence-sharing", "Congressman Crow Sends Letter to ODNI Director Haines to Seek Information on US-Israel Intelligence Sharing", "2023-12-20", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and House Foreign Affairs Committee, sent a letter to the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), Avril Haines, to seek information on the nature of the US-Israel intelligence sharing relationship to confirm whether US values and interests are being upheld.\n\n\u201cIsrael is more than two months into its operations and, as Vice President Harris put it recently, \u201cthe scale of civilian suffering and the images and videos coming from Gaza are devastating.\u201d Of the many lessons I learned during my time in the military, two stand out here: first, you cannot destroy a terrorist ideology with military power alone. Second, how we fight\u2014and how our partners fight\u2014matters,\u201d said Congressman Crow in the letter.\n\n\u201cTo fulfill my oversight obligations as a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, I am writing to seek additional transparency and information, recognizing that much of your response may be classified,\u201d Crow continued.\n\nSince the Israel-HAMAS conflict began, Congressman Crow has consistently urged for the prioritization of civilian protection and increased humanitarian aid into Gaza. This week, Crow was joined by House Democratic members of national security committees to urge President Biden for a shift in Israeli military strategy.\n\nA PDF of the letter can be found here, with text appearing below:\n\nDecember 20, 2023\n\nThe Honorable Avril Haines\n\nOffice of the Director of National Intelligence\n\nWashington, D.C. 20505\n\nDear Director Haines:\n\nOn October 7, the world watched in horror as HAMAS terrorists committed appalling atrocities against Israeli civilians. Both before and after that day, the United States has supported Israel in its campaign to destroy HAMAS.\n\nIsrael is more than two months into its operations and, as Vice President Harris put it recently, \u201cthe scale of civilian suffering and the images and videos coming from Gaza are devastating.\u201d Of the many lessons I learned during my time in the military, two stand out here: first, you cannot destroy a terrorist ideology with military power alone. Second, how we fight\u2014and how our partners fight\u2014matters.\n\nAs the White House acknowledged publicly on October 10, the U.S. \u201ccontinue[s] to share intelligence with [the Israelis] and offer[s] them help in intelligence gathering.\u201d Relevant intelligence sharing guidance\u2014and any changes since the start of the Israeli military operation in Gaza\u2014have not been given to Congress. I requested that guidance on the record at a hearing of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) on November 6, 2023. In the intervening month, it has not been provided.\n\nIn more than two decades since September 11, 2001, the United States has learned hard lessons about the use and limitations of military power. Those lessons are reflected in the October 2022 Presidential Policy Memorandum released by the Biden Administration. In our lethal strikes outside areas of active hostilities, for example, the Administration requires near certainty that a person being targeted is a member of a terrorist group and near certainty of no civilian casualties. Israel\u2019s current strikes are in a different environment, but I am concerned that the widespread use of artillery and air power in Gaza\u2014and the resulting level of civilian casualties\u2014is both a strategic and moral error. In any event, the Administration\u2019s high standards are equally an expression of our country\u2019s values and a recognition that our interests are best served by restraining and focusing the use of force in counter-terror operations.\n\nFrom the briefings I have received, I seek to confirm whether our current intelligence sharing sufficiently incorporates our standards and values; I have outlined those questions in detail in a classified annex to this letter.\n\nTo fulfill my oversight obligations as a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, I am writing to seek additional transparency and information, recognizing that much of your response may be classified.\n\nAs soon as possible, but no later than December 27, 2023, please provide:\n\nAll guidance that governs sharing intelligence with Israel, including any changes to that guidance following October 7 or subsequently enacted;\n\nAn explanation of any restrictions the United States has placed on the Israeli government\u2019s use of the intelligence we share, including, but not limited to, any provisions designed to prevent harm to civilians or civilian infrastructure;\n\nA detailed description of how each element of the Intelligence Community is sharing intelligence with our Israeli partners;\n\nA description of what analysis the ODNI General Counsel\u2019s Office or other U.S. government legal counsel has conducted assessing the exposure of U.S. personnel to liability in foreign or international courts for providing intelligence support;\n\nA description of what intelligence ODNI or other elements of the IC have provided to other departments and agencies under the Biden Administration\u2019s Civilian Harm Incident Response Guidance (CHIRG);\n\nA detailed response to the classified questions I asked on the record at HPSCI\u2019s 6 November hearing.\n\nI look forward to your prompt response.\n\nSincerely,\n\nJason Crow\n\nMember", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crow-sherrill-houlahan-moulton-spanberger-slotkin-send-letter-to-president-biden-urging-a-shift-in-israeli-military-strategy", "Reps. Crow, Sherrill, Houlahan, Moulton, Spanberger, Slotkin Send Letter to President Biden Urging a Shift in Israeli Military Strategy", "2023-12-18", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), member of the House Intelligence Committee and House Foreign Affairs Committee, joined Reps. Mikie Sherrill (D-NJ), Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA), Seth Moulton (D-MA), Abigail Spanberger (D-VA), and Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) to send a letter to President Biden urging the Administration to use all our leverage to achieve a shift in Israeli military strategy.\n\n\u201cFrom our positions on the Intelligence, Armed Services, and Foreign Affairs Committees, we have consistently pushed for Israel to shift its military strategy\u2014there has been no significant change,\u201d said the members in the letter.\n\n\u201cAccordingly, we urge you to continue to use all our leverage to achieve an immediate and significant shift of military strategy and tactics in Gaza,\u201d the members continued.\n\nThis follows Congressman Crow\u2019s continued calls for the prioritization of civilian protection, increased humanitarian aid into Gaza, and a shift in Israeli military strategy.\n\nA PDF of the letter can be found here, with text appearing below:\n\nDecember 18, 2023\n\nThe Honorable Joseph R. Biden, Jr.\n\nPresident of the United States\n\nThe White House\n\n1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW\n\nWashington, DC 20500\n\nDear President Biden:\n\nWe are deeply concerned by PM Netanyahu's current military strategy in Gaza. The mounting civilian death toll and humanitarian crisis are unacceptable and not in line with American interests; nor do they advance the cause of security for our ally Israel. We also believe it jeopardizes efforts to destroy the terrorist organization Hamas and secure the release of all hostages.\n\nFrom our positions on the Intelligence, Armed Services, and Foreign Affairs Committees, we have consistently pushed for Israel to shift its military strategy\u2014there has been no significant change.\n\nWe have dedicated our lives to national security and believe our nation's values are a source of credibility and power. Some of us also spent years fighting America's war on terror. We know from personal and often painful experience that you can't destroy a terror ideology with military force alone. And it can, in fact, make it worse.\n\nAccordingly, we urge you to continue to use all our leverage to achieve an immediate and significant shift of military strategy and tactics in Gaza.\n\nSincerely,\n\nJason Crow Mikie Sherrill\n\nMember of Congress Member of Congress\n\nChrissy Houlahan Seth Moulton\n\nMember of Congress Member of Congress\n\nAbigail Spanberger Elissa Slotkin", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-announces-federal-funding-drought-and-flood-preparedness-research", "Rep. Neguse Announces Federal Funding for Drought and Flood Preparedness Research in Fort Collins & Boulder", "2023-12-18", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Today, Congressman Joe Neguse announced federal funding for groundbreaking drought and flood preparedness research underway at Colorado State University in Fort Collins and the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Boulder. The two projects located within Colorado\u2019s 2nd Congressional District were competitively selected by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Climate Program Office (CPO) and will help improve NOAA monitoring and modeling capabilities through precipitation data development and analysis.\n\nIn total, the CPO\u2019s Climate Observations and Monitoring Program announced seven new three-year projects. The awarded projects, which total $1.2 million in Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23) funding, work to better prepare communities for the impacts of climate-induced changes in the water cycle and increases in the risk of flooding, drought, and degraded water supplies for people and ecosystems.\n\n\u201cThe climate crisis is not only exacerbating water scarcity and drought conditions, but it is increasing the risk of other water-related natural disasters, including flooding. These conditions continue to seriously threaten environments and communities throughout our state and across the Colorado River Basin,\u201d said Congressman Neguse. \u201cFederal investments in research to better prepare communities on the frontline of this crisis allow us to tackle these issues head on\u2014and I am grateful to NOAA for their continued support of groundbreaking research taking place in Fort Collins and Boulder.\u201d\n\n\u201cNOAA\u2019s commitment and funding is critical to advancing climate observation and monitoring. Colorado State University\u2019s research in this arena will improve flood severity forecasting, which protects lives and property \u2014 an impact we can all appreciate,\u201d said Christa Johnson, Interim Vice President of Research at Colorado State University.\n\n\u201cAt a time when climate change is altering longstanding precipitation patterns, our nation needs more reliable and timely monitoring of critical storm events, as well as of hazards such as floods and droughts. Given the importance to Colorado because of our dependence on water, this award marks a notable investment into the research needed to better predict and manage vital water resources, increase our resilience to environmental change, and ultimately protect lives and livelihoods,\u201d said Antonio Busalacchi, President of the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research.\n\nThe projects located in Colorado\u2019s 2nd Congressional District include:\n\nProviding forecasters a climate context for water vapor profiles at Colorado State University: Atmospheric water vapor is the fuel for all kinds of precipitation. Although most precipitation data is available, there are still some gaps in how water vapor data is interpreted. This prevents forecasters from understanding and communicating the severity of a flood threat. This project will examine precipitable water data from several meteorological data sets and create multidecadal climate records.\n\nA next-generation multi-decadal to real-time probabilistic gridded precipitation dataset and integrated precipitation event database for CONUS at UCAR/NCAR: Observation-based precipitation products in the form of a grid are used throughout NOAA, mainly to produce numerical weather prediction models. However, there is still a need for newer precipitation datasets that will be suitable for long-term climate monitoring, extreme event analysis, model validation and improvement projects. This project will develop a real-time updating, multi-decadal gridded precipitation dataset along with an extreme event quantification database.\n\nCongressman Joe Neguse, Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Colorado River Caucus, has been working to address water-related issues, enacting significant bills that invest in drought resilience and water management. Last month, he passed his bill, the Drought Preparedness Act, which addresses water scarcity and improves drought preparedness through the House Committee on Natural Resources. The bill, which now heads to the House Floor for consideration, reauthorizes the Reclamation States Emergency Drought Relief Act through 2028, allowing the Bureau of Reclamation to continue to minimize drought damages and improve water availability for those harmed by drought. Additionally, last year, Rep. Neguse was able to secure passage of his monumental legislative package, the Wildfire Response and Drought Resiliency Act, through the House of Representatives.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-demands-information-from-va-following-reports-of-substandard-care-at-rocky-mountain-regional-va", "Congressman Crow Demands Information from VA Following Reports of Substandard Care at Rocky Mountain Regional VA", "2023-12-15", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "AURORA \u2014 Today, Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), veteran, sent a letter urging the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to address concerning reports about the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center (RMVA) regarding staffing shortages, staff morale, and the RMVA prosthetics department that could be resulting in substandard care for veterans.\n\nIn the letter, Congressman Crow requested a comprehensive review of past canceled prosthetics orders, including who is responsible, steps to prevent future misconduct, the timeline for hiring permanent VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System (VA ECHS) leadership, and strategies to improve resource allocation and staffing towards providing the quality care veterans are promised.Congressman Crow\u2019s office also remains available to assist any individual veteran who is impacted.\n\n\u201cAs you know, RMVA resides in my district. I remain committed to ensuring not only the veterans in our community, but those who travel to this facility, receive the care they deserve,\u201d said Congressman Crow in the letter. \u201cThere is a sacred promise in America that if you step up to serve, the nation will be there for you when you take off the uniform.\u201d\n\n\u201cIt is my understanding there are a number of ongoing reviews/investigations as a result of troubling information that has come to light regarding staffing shortages, staff morale, and the RMVA prosthetics department,\u201d continued Congressman Crow. \u201cAs these reviews/investigations progress and conclude, we expect a transparent account of the current state of RMVA and any remedial action taken in response.\u201d\n\nCongressman Crow continues to be a strong advocate for veterans' rights in Colorado and across the US. Crow has worked to expand access to the quality health care veterans and their families have earned, including working on a bipartisan basis to create the easy to remember 9-8-8 Veterans Crisis Line, helping pass into law the PACT Act \u2013 the largest expansion of veterans health benefits in US history, and recently reintroducing the bipartisan Veterans Sentinel Act to improve the VA\u2019s response to veterans\u2019 suicide.\n\nColorado\u2019s 6th District is home to more than 35,000 veterans.\n\nA PDF of the letter can be found here, with text appearing below:\n\nDr. Shereef Elnahal\n\nUnder Secretary of Health\n\nU.S. Department of Veterans Affairs\n\n810 Vermont Avenue, NW\n\nWashington, DC 20420\n\nDear Under Secretary Elnahal,\n\nI appreciate your proactive outreach regarding the current state of Rocky Mountain Regional VA (RMVA) and our continued discussions about the concerns both VA has flagged for me and those relayed by staff and local veterans. I appreciate your commitment to an open dialogue and your willingness to ensure a transparent accounting of all issues uncovered during these investigations.\n\nAs you know, RMVA resides in my district. I remain committed to ensuring not only the veterans in our community, but those who travel to this facility, receive the care they deserve. There is a sacred promise in America that if you step up to serve, the nation will be there for you when you take off the uniform.\n\nIt is my understanding there are a number of ongoing reviews/investigations as a result of troubling information that has come to light regarding staffing shortages, staff morale, and the RMVA prosthetics department. As these reviews/investigations progress and conclude, we expect a transparent account of the current state of RMVA and any remedial action taken in response. I appreciate the steps taken so far, and the changes made, to hold parties responsible.\n\nBased on the conversations we have had thus far, below are inquiries I have of you:\n\nPlease outline all ongoing reviews/investigations and reviews related to RMVA, as well as who is conducting these investigations, the timeline for completion, and what remedial action is being taken based on the findings.\n\nWhen do you anticipate making permanent leadership changes at RMVA?\n\nWhat additional staffing changes do you anticipate making?\n\nWhat resources, if any, do you anticipate sending to RMVA?\n\nDuring these investigations, have you identified and addressed instances where veterans had their cases closed and orders deleted when seeking the care they needed through the prosthetics department?\n\nHow many orders were deleted?\n\nHow long has this been going on within the prosthetics department at RMVA?\n\nWhat is being done to ensure the veterans with improperly closed cases or deleted orders receive the care they need?\n\nThank you for your communication with us and commitment to ensuring our veterans get the care they deserve. I anticipate seeing issues uncovered throughout these investigations addressed swiftly. If there is any information you are unable to provide at this time, please follow up as soon as that information is made available. I look forward to your timely response.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-secures-key-priorities-in-this-year-s-national-defense-authorization-act", "Congressman Crow Secures Key Priorities in This Year\u2019s National Defense Authorization Act", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "December 14, 2023\n\nCrow: \u201cIn Colorado, we know the key to a stronger national defense begins at home.\u201d\n\nWASHINGTON \u2014 Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), Army combat veteran who serves as Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee\u2019s Subcommittee on Oversight and Accountability and a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, voted to pass this year\u2019s National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (NDAA), which included key priorities he championed to bolster military readiness, improve the lives of US servicemembers and their families in Colorado, and build a stronger national defense at home and abroad.\n\n\u201cAs a former soldier, I experienced firsthand the profound impact of Washington's decisions on both my life and those of our trusted partners,\u201d said Congressman Jason Crow. \u201cIn Colorado, we know the key to a stronger national defense begins at home. That\u2019s why I worked hard to protect the 140th Wing at Buckley and bolster Colorado 6th\u2019s aerospace and defense innovation workforce. I\u2019ll continue to work to invest in servicemembers\u2019 well being and keep Americans safe.\u201d\n\nThis year\u2019s National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (NDAA), includes the following Crow-led priorities:\n\nBuilding a Strong National Defense with US Partners and Civilian Protection\n\nCivilian Harm Transparency in Partnerships Act (Co-lead - Rep. Sara Jacobs): Congressman Crow successfully included his Civilian Harm Transparency in Partnerships Act of 2023 with Rep. Sara Jacobs (CA-51) in the NDAA, legislation that requires the Director of National Intelligence to notify Congress if US-provided intelligence used by a third party results in civilian casualties and strengthens reporting requirements related to incidents of civilian harm. As Co-Chair of the Protection of Civilians in Conflict Caucus, Crow secured measures included in last year\u2019s defense bill that codified the protection and investigation of civilian harm into law.\n\nAuthorizing military construction projects in friendly foreign countries: Crow requested authorization for certain US military projects to be constructed in partner nations specifically for installation resilience. This authority extends to critical repairs and construction at US military facilities facing some of the most dire effects of climate change such as seaports.\n\nStrengthening the Future of Buckley Space Force Base\n\nUSAF Fighter Force Preservation and Recapitalization:Following Congressman Crow\u2019s consistent urgingfor the Pentagon to recapitalize the Colorado Air National Guard's aging F-16 fighter jets, the FY24 NDAA includes key elements of Crow\u2019s legislation with Rep. Bacon (R-NE-02) that requires the Air Force to develop a comprehensive long-term plan on the USAF\u2019s fighter force structure to ensure necessary planning to replace these aging jets and retain skilled flight crews is occuring. The bill also prohibits the Air Force from retiring any F-16C/D aircraft, like those flown by the Colorado Air National Guard at Buckley SFB, until the strategy has been completed. This bipartisan effort will continue to support the operational readiness of America\u2019s 25 Air National Guard fighter squadrons spread across 22 states for homeland defense missions and emergency response.\n\nSustaining REPI: Increases funding by $20.2 million for the Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration Program (REPI). REPI has created hundreds of acres of protected land, built community partnerships, and helped secure money for local projects benefiting Buckley SFB and the surrounding Aurora community. Since taking office, Crow has consistently secured program funding, which relies on Congressional support to maintain and advance key initiatives promoting the climate resilience of our military installations.\n\nCorrosion Control Funding for Colorado\u2019s Air National Guard: Increases funding by $12 million to prevent and mitigate the impacts of corrosion due to environmental factors to ensure peak performance and operational readiness of the Colorado Air National Guard\u2019s aircraft at Buckley SFB.\n\nImproving water and electric infrastructure at Buckley SFB:\n\n$9 million which will fund a project to make Buckley SFB\u2019s electrical supply redundant; and\n\n$5.7 million to build a replacement water well on base\n\nElevating Colorado\u2019s Space Leadership\n\nAdvancing High Mach Turbine Engine development: Allocates $5 million for additional investment in next-generation technological advancements focusing on high mach flight. Colorado is home to the fastest-growing aerospace workforce in the US with over 260 companies choosing to hub their operations in Colorado\u2019s 6th District.\n\nBoosting the NSSL: Provides full funding for the National Security Space Launch Program (NSSL) which contracts with commercial space launch providers to ensure reliable, timely, and cost-effective access to space for critical US missions. A robust aerospace and technology workforce in Crow's district continues to lead the way in securing NSSL contracts as we prepare America for competition and maintain the advantage in space amid evolving threats.\n\nThe final conference report also includes:\n\n5.2 percent pay raise for servicemembers\n\nModifies basic allowance for housing (BAH) rates for junior enlisted members\n\nExpands parental leave for certain members of the reserve components\n\nExpands special hiring authority for military spouses\n\nExpands servicemember eligibility to receive reimbursement for qualified spouse relicensing or business costs for certain servicemembers\n\nMajor efforts to to improve investments in enlisted housing", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-secures-final-passage-colorado-led-bills", "Rep. Neguse Secures Final Passage of Colorado-Led Bills", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Today, Congressman Joe Neguse secured the passage of two bills through the Congress. The bills advance critical priorities for the people of Colorado\u2019s 2nd Congressional district, including expanding mental health care for Colorado\u2019s military families and bolstering the resilience of federal data centers \u2013 like the Rocky Mountain Research Data Center (RMRDC), located at the University of Colorado Boulder \u2013 to protect against cyber intrusions, as well as physical attacks, like wildfires and other natural disasters. Both bills passed the House as part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) and now head to President Biden\u2019s desk for signature.\n\n\u201cI am proud to see these proposals make their way through Congress and to the President\u2019s desk for enactment. Both bills work to update the ways in which we protect the American people \u2013 and families across our state \u2013 from real and current threats. In passing these proposals, we are advancing protections for military families and improving cybersecurity in the federal government,\u201d said Congressman Neguse.\n\nThe bills championed by Congressman Neguse, include:\n\nThe Mental Health for Military Families Act \u2013 To expand access to counseling and mental health services for Colorado\u2019s military families. The bill allows the Secretary of Defense to waive out-of-pocket expenses for military families on TRICARE for their first three outpatient mental health visits per year, lowering costs and helping families access the treatment they need.\n\nThe Federal Data Center Enhancement Act \u2013 To coordinate a government-wide effort to develop minimum requirements for federal data centers related to cyber intrusions, data center availability, mission-critical uptime, and resilience against physical attacks, wildfires, and other natural disasters. The bill helps ensure federal agencies are equipped with safe and reliable data centers.\n\nBackground\n\nCongressman Neguse is a strong advocate for veterans and service members. In May, he introduced a bipartisan legislative package to ensure that veterans can access the services and resources they deserve. Earlier this year, Congressman Neguse introduced the Veterans Jobs Training Act to increase funding for the highly successful Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP), which works to expand job training and placement services for our nation\u2019s veterans. In that same vein, as part of the 2023 government funding bill, Rep. Neguse secured $650,000 for the Veterans Community Project Transitional Housing in Longmont, Colorado. This project supports the construction of tiny homes for unhoused veterans in Colorado's Second Congressional District.\n\nAdditionally, Colorado is home to over 30 federally funded research labs and joint institutes across the state, making it one of the highest concentrations of federally funded science and research centers in the nation. As an advocate for advancing and expanding Colorado\u2019s innovation ecosystem, Rep. Neguse introduced the Federal Labs Modernization Act.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=507", "Pettersen Votes to Pass Bipartisan Defense Bill Including Military Family Support, Servicemember Pay Increase", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) today voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024. This bill funds defense and related programs and is one of the largest pieces of legislation that Congress passes each year. This version of the bill includes a 5.2% pay raise for servicemembers and supports for Ukraine and other international allies, as well as investments in military family housing, child development centers, and basic needs for those servicemembers and families who need support.\n\n\u201cTo meet the defense challenges of tomorrow, we must invest in the people, programs, and technologies protecting America and our allies today,\u201d said Pettersen, Vice Ranking Member of the Financial Services Subcommittee on National Security, Illicit Finance, and International Financial Institutions. \u201cThis bipartisan bill will allow us to better support the brave servicemembers and their families who selflessly risk everything to protect us, with provisions to expand access to housing and child care. Meeting the basic needs of our soldiers, sailors, airmen, marines, and guardians is essential for our military readiness and the security of our nation.\u201d\n\nThis year\u2019s NDAA includes provisions to:\n\nInvest in service members, the civilian workforce, and military families by:\n\nSupporting the 5.2% pay raise proposed in the President\u2019s budget request\n\nExpanding eligibility for the Basic Needs Allowance, a key program that provides funds for food, housing, etc. for military families experiencing financial hardship\n\nMaking significant investments in military family housing, child development centers, and replacing failing unaccompanied housing (barracks)\n\nImproving family leave eligibility for civilian employees\n\nReaffirms our commitment to partners and allies by:\n\nEnabling key pillars of AUKUS, the critical security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States that shores up information sharing and the integration of security and defense-related science, technology, industrial bases, and supply chains\n\nReauthorizing the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative (USAI)\n\nFully resourcing the European Deterrence Initiative and Pacific Deterrence Initiatives\n\nAuthorizes a record high investment of $150 million for Historical Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)\n\nProvides $650 million worth of investments in energy resilience and energy conservation projects\n\nIncreases oversight of equipment provided to foreign countries by requiring the GAO to provide reports on how equipment use is monitored\n\nIncreases oversight of ex-gratia payments, the authority that requires the U.S. to make payments for damage, personal injury, or death to a civilian that is inadvertently caused by the U.S. or a coalition or military organization supporting the U.S.\n\nClick here for the full text of the bill.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-h-res-927", "DeGette statement on H. Res. 927", "2023-12-13", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Diana DeGette", "D000197", "degette.house.gov", "degette", "https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement after voting against H. Res. 927:\n\n\u201cHate has no place in America, and I personally disagree with the assessments these college presidents gave,\u201d said Rep. DeGette. \u201cI also disagree with my colleagues who think Congress should wade into policing student speech on college campuses. We cannot begin adjudicating who deserves what job on what campus or going line-by-line through universities\u2019 codes of conduct. It\u2019s an unserious proposition and this resolution should have never come to the floor when we have so many other pressing matters on our agenda.\u201d\n\n\u201cInstead of wasting time on these culture war resolutions, we should be advancing the package that supports Ukraine and provides aid to those impacted by the conflict in Israel. I would also take this opportunity to remind my colleagues that government funding runs out in early 2024 and the Republican majority has so far refused to address this deadline in any serious way.\u201d\n\nH. Res. 927 would make it the official position of the House that Harvard University President Claudine Gay and Massachusetts Institute of Technology President Sally Kornbluth should resign from their posts.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=503", "Stores Announce Stop in Water Bead Sales Following Pettersen Push", "2023-12-13", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) today celebrated the announcement that Amazon, Walmart, Target, Etsy, and Alibaba have committed to stop selling water bead products marketed to kids by the end of the year. The move comes following a push from Pettersen alongside Representatives Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) and Robin Kelly (IL-02) to ban these colorful, water-absorbing balls that are sold as children\u2019s toys and often look like candy. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), they are a danger to young children and can be deadly if swallowed.\n\nOn November 28, 2023 the Representatives introduced the Ban Water Beads Act, legislation to ban water beads marketed for kids.\n\n\u201cAs the mom of a toddler, dangerous toys that look fun but actually have harmful\u2013or even deadly\u2013consequences are my nightmare,\u201d said Pettersen. \u201cI can\u2019t imagine what the parents of kids who ingested these water beads are going through, and we cannot allow this product to continue harming children in Colorado or anywhere in the U.S. Today\u2019s announcement is a huge step in the right direction as several stores have joined our call and committed to remove water beads from the shelves. In some stores this will not go into effect immediately, though, so I still urge parents to be wary when shopping for toys this holiday season.\u201d\n\nAhead of this announcement, the CPSC received heartbreaking stories from parents whose children ingested water beads and suffered severe consequences, including grave internal injuries, lifelong health impacts, and tragic deaths. When swallowed by children, water beads can quickly absorb bodily fluids and swell to block intestines or cause other injuries. According to estimates, children ingesting water beads resulted in 7,800 emergency room visits between 2016 and 2022.\n\nAccording to reporting from Consumer Reports, Amazon, Walmart, Target, Etsy, and Alibaba are all taking steps to remove water beads from their shelves this month or banning the sale of water beads on their platforms. Ebay announced that they have been prohibiting water beads from being sold as toys for the past several years.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/house-advances-health-care-bill-containing-key-degette-priorities", "House advances health care bill containing key DeGette priorities", "2023-12-12", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Diana DeGette", "D000197", "degette.house.gov", "degette", "https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed health care legislation containing key priorities that U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) worked to secure. Rep. DeGette released the following statement after passage of the bill:\n\n\u201cToday highlights the commonsense steps that Congress can take when we put partisanship aside and do what\u2019s best for the American people,\u201d said Rep. DeGette. \u201cThis bill brings together Republicans and Democrats to lower costs and increase transparency for patients across the nation.\u201d\n\n\u201cI\u2019m particularly pleased to see several of my priorities included in this legislation. By reauthorizing the Special Diabetes Program, we will ensure the program's research continues as they work to find innovative ways to treat and hopefully cure diabetes. And, by preventing devastating cuts to hospitals that care for vulnerable patients, we\u2019ll improve access to care.\u201d\n\nThis bill, H.R. 5378 or the Lower Costs, More Transparency Act, contained provisions to reauthorize the Special Diabetes Program, eliminate 2 years\u2019 worth of Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) Cuts, and provide price transparency for clinical lab tests \u2013 all of which DeGette has championed in Congress.\n\nThanks to her work to reauthorize the Special Diabetes Program, an additional two years of funding would be provided to scientists at the National Institutes of Health so they can continue their ongoing efforts to find new ways to treat, prevent and ultimately cure the disease. This provision provides the program $170 million annually through September 30, 2025.\n\nDeGette\u2019s clinical lab test transparency provisions will, for the first time, expand existing price transparency requirements to labs \u2013 providing patients with more clarity into the prices they\u2019ll pay for these tests.\n\nAnd, by preventing cuts to the Medicaid DSH program, greater support will be available to assist hospitals that provide care for high rates of Medicaid and uninsured patients.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-announces-nearly-1-million-bipartisan-infrastructure-law-funding", "Rep. Neguse Announces Nearly $1 Million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding to Improve Cyclist Safety in Fort Collins, Colo.", "2023-12-12", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Today, Congressman Joe Neguse announced $964,480 in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding has been allocated to the City of Fort Collins to identify solutions to maximize safety and comfort for local cyclists. The Department of Transportation awarded Fort Collins with Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grants to assist the city in conducting supplemental planning and demonstration activities meant to inform improvements along transportation corridors with safety issues.\n\nData from the state of Colorado shows that 754 people died in traffic incidents in 2022, the most roadway deaths the state has seen in four decades. 36% of these deaths were pedestrians, motorcyclists, or bicyclists.\n\n\u201cFort Collins is one of the best cycling cities in the United States. Today\u2019s announcement of funding helps protect local cyclists, taking action to improve community welfare and ensure that everyone can navigate the city safely,\u201d said Congressman Neguse. \u201cTwo years ago, I was proud to help lead the effort in Congress to enact the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, and I am excited to see the ways in which it continues to deliver for Coloradans.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe City of Fort Collins is thrilled to have been awarded a Safe Streets and Roads for All grant. For our community, this funding will kick-start supplemental planning and development efforts needed to not only improve cyclist safety but ensure our bike friendly city remains top-ranked,\u201d said Jeni Arndt, Mayor of Fort Collins.\n\nSpecifically, funding will be used by the City of Fort Collins to conduct supplemental planning and demonstration activities including a study on 27 miles of arterial roadways for solutions to maximize safety and cyclist comfort; corridor safety audits, analysis, and stakeholder engagement, and a demonstration activity to test the effectiveness of flexible posts.\n\nThe historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, enacted in November 2021, established the new Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) discretionary program, with $5 billion in appropriated funds over 5 years, 2022-2026. Rep. Neguse played a key role in the swift passage and enactment of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, a monumental piece of legislation that invests in the economy, rebuilds roads and bridges and ensures American communities can compete in the 21st Century.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-sens-bennet-hickenlooper-announce-over-23-million-bipartisan", "Rep. Neguse, Sens. Bennet & Hickenlooper Announce Over $23 Million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding to Address Safety Issues for Pedestrians and Bicyclists in Boulder, Colo.", "2023-12-12", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Today, Congressman Joe Neguse and U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper announced $23,032,000 in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding has been allocated to the City of Boulder to address intersection and corridor safety issues for local pedestrians and bicyclists. The Department of Transportation awarded Boulder with Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grants to assist the city in implementing a systemic approach to safety that includes making much-needed improvements to high-risk roadways and intersections.\n\nData from the state of Colorado shows that 754 people died in traffic incidents in 2022, the most roadway deaths the state has seen in four decades. 36% of these deaths were pedestrians, motorcyclists, or bicyclists. Additionally, individuals in the City of Boulder have been calling for the implementation of better safety measures following vehicle-cyclist and vehicle-pedestrian incidents earlier this year.\n\n\u201cTwo years ago, I was proud to help lead the effort in Congress to enact the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, and I am excited to see the ways in which it continues to deliver for the people of Boulder County. The latest announcement of funding will help protect local pedestrians and bicyclists, improving community welfare and ensuring that everyone can navigate the city safely,\u201d said Congressman Neguse.\n\n\u201cThe Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is the most significant investment in America\u2019s roads and bridges since Eisenhower. This funding will help Boulder meet the needs of our state\u2019s growing population and improve the safety of our roadways. I\u2019ll keep working to make sure that communities throughout Colorado continue to benefit from this historic legislation,\u201d said Senator Bennet.\n\n\u201cWhether they\u2019re walking, biking, driving, or taking the bus, our Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is making commutes safer for Coloradans!\u201d said Senator Hickenlooper.\n\n\u201cWe are thrilled and honored to have been selected as recipients of the FY23 Safe Streets and Roads for All grant, and we truly appreciate the support USDOT has provided to the City of Boulder and the hard work of Congressman Joe Neguse and U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper to make this happen. The grant will have an enormous impact on our ability to realize Boulder\u2019s Vision Zero Action Plan and contribute to our goal to reduce traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries to zero. We are eager to make the most of this opportunity to make our streets safer for all and contribute to the positive impact that USDOT is achieving with this historic investment through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law,\u201d said Aaron Brockett, Mayor of Boulder.\n\nSpecifically, the City of Boulder has been awarded funds to address intersection and corridor safety issues for pedestrians and bicyclists. The project focuses on three key problems: pedestrian safety at marked, non-signalized crosswalks, crashes affecting vulnerable road users on priority arterial segments, and severe-injury crashes at 6 key intersections. To address these issues, the project will implement safety best practices at 22 intersections in the City, including installing leading pedestrian intervals, rectangular rapid-flashing beacons, and protected intersections. Project components also include adding traffic signals and retroreflective backplates, constructing protected bike lanes and bus lanes, completing missing segments of an existing multi-use path, increasing all-red clearance intervals, and prohibiting right turns on red at key intersections. The City includes a demonstration activity to study and address right-turn slip lanes across Boulder.\n\nIn addition to this announcement, $120,000 was also awarded to the Town of Lyons to develop a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. Actions Plans work to significantly improve roadway safety, aiming to reduce and eliminate serious injury and fatal crashes.\n\n\"The Town of Lyons is thrilled and grateful to be a recipient of the Safe Streets for All Planning Grant to further our Vision Zero goals and safely improve mobility in our town. We\u2019re looking forward to the planning process to enhance pedestrian, cycling and vehicle connectivity and safety while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The generous Safe Streets for All Planning Grant will help make travel through\u2014and throughout\u2014Lyons safer and more pleasant, benefitting our business community, our residents, and our visitors. We can\u2019t wait to get started,\u201d said Hollie Rogin, Mayor of Lyons.\n\nThe historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, enacted in November 2021, established the new Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) discretionary program, with $5 billion in appropriated funds over 5 years, 2022-2026. Rep. Neguse played a key role in the swift passage and enactment of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, a monumental piece of legislation that invests in the economy, rebuilds roads and bridges and ensures American communities can compete in the 21st Century.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=502", "House Passes Pettersen Provision in Reauthorization of the SUPPORT Act", "2023-12-12", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014The U.S. House of Representatives today passed the bipartisan Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment (SUPPORT) for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2023, which includes U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen\u2019s (CO-07) provision to bolster the Building Communities of Recovery program (BCOR). Both the broader legislation and this provision will expand access to critical resources and treatments to aid those in recovery from substance use disorders and mental health issues.\n\nPettersen\u2019s provision was introduced in June alongside Congressman Zach Nunn (R-IA) as the Communities of Recovery Reauthorization Act of 2023. The funding it provides will significantly increase BCOR\u2019s ability to fund local community organizations or centers that champion the development, enhancement, expansion, and delivery of recovery support services.\n\n\u201cMy mom suffered from a prescription opioid addiction after a back injury that eventually led to heroin and fentanyl. After 30 years, she finally got the medical help she desperately needed\u2014but there are far too many who aren\u2019t as lucky,\u201d said Pettersen. \u201cThe SUPPORT Act is life-saving, bipartisan legislation designed to equip our communities and people like my mom with the tools they need to enter recovery and build a brighter future.\u201d\n\nFull text of the bill can be found here.\n\nFatal overdoses continue to rise, with more than 109,000 people in the United States dying from drug-involved overdoses in 2022 alone. BCOR is a grant program administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) that provides support to nonprofit recovery community organizations or centers that:\n\nOffer peer recovery support services designed and delivered by individuals with personal experience in addiction and recovery\n\nDeliver recovery support services that directly assist individuals and families to recover from alcohol or drug dependency\n\nCollaborate with current regional and local harm reduction community partner efforts that will encompass harm reduction\n\nThe SUPPORT Act includes other provisions to:\n\nIncrease loan repayment for substance use disorder workforce from $25 million to $40 million, extend training grants for mental and behavioral health education through 2028, and invest in naloxone training for first responders\n\nExpand residential treatment programs for pregnant and postpartum women\n\nExtend youth prevention and recovery programs through 2025\n\nMake permanent a Medicaid State Plan Option to ease the red tape states must go through to get substance use disorder treatment covered\n\nSchedule Xylazine as a schedule III substance, allowing law enforcement to better track and test for Xylazine", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crow-waltz-scott-and-bera-introduce-legislation-to-reinforce-us-israel-intelligence-sharing-and-prioritize-civilian-protection", "Reps. Crow, Waltz, Scott, and Bera Introduce Legislation to Reinforce US-Israel Intelligence Sharing and Prioritize Civilian Protection", "2023-12-11", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Representatives Jason Crow (D-CO-06), Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee\u2019s Subcommittee on Oversight and Accountability and member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, Mike Waltz (R-FL-06), Austin Scott (R-GA-08), and Ami Bera (D-CA-06) introduced the 7 October Hamas Attack Evaluation and Intelligence Sharing Act. This bipartisan legislation would require a comprehensive report on Hamas\u2019 attack on Israel, including an analysis of their planning, training, and whether other actors are responsible for supporting Hamas terrorists in their activities prior to the attack.\n\nThe bill would also examine the US intelligence sharing relationship with Israel to determine how increased sharing can strengthen national security and assist Israel\u2019s efforts to reduce civilian harm, improve the provision of humanitarian assistance, and limit damage to civilian infrastructure.\n\n\u201cMy years fighting terrorists taught me that intelligence is the key to effective counterterrorism, both to target terrorists but also to protect civilians caught in conflict zones,\u201d said Congressman Crow. \u201cThis bill aims to reinforce Israel\u2019s intelligence to ensure their counterrorism operations prioritize the protection of civilians, limit damage to civilian infrastructure, and facilitate the provision of humanitarian aid.\u201d\n\n\u201cOver 30 Americans were among the 1,200 brutally murdered by Hamas terrorists on October 7th and Congress deserves answers on the massive intelligence failures surrounding these attacks,\u201d said Congressman Waltz. \u201dA substantive review by our intelligence community and greater intelligence sharing with the Israelis will give us much-needed answers to understand how this attack was carried out in the first place and how we can prevent future bloodshed.\u201d\n\n\"We need to examine every inch of the intelligence cycle to see how Israel and the United States missed the warning signs that indicated Hamas was training to execute the heinous attacks they ended up committing on October 7th. This bipartisan legislation is an important step toward compiling the lessons learned from that fateful day,\u201d said Congressman Scott.\n\n\u201cWe need a comprehensive understanding of the means and methods in which Hamas was able to carry out its heinous terrorist attack against Israel on October 7. This bipartisan bill requires an assessment of the training, weaponry sources, and foreign support for Hamas in order to understand the intelligence failure on October 7 and to prevent future attacks,\u201d said Congressman Bera. \u201cAs our ally Israel continues to prosecute its war against Hamas, it must do everything in its power to minimize civilian casualties and damage to civilian infrastructure. We must improve intelligence sharing between our two countries to mitigate civilian harm, continue our work to free hostages, and improve the safe delivery of humanitarian aid.\u201d\n\nRecently, Congressman Crow joined bipartisan leaders in a letter supporting the Biden Administration's efforts with US partners to address Israel\u2019s security and the humanitarian needs of Palestinians in Gaza.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-announces-bipartisan-infrastructure-law-funding-for-colorado-s-front-range-passenger-rail-project", "Congressman Crow Announces Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding for Colorado\u2019s Front Range Passenger Rail Project", "2023-12-08", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06) announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) awarded $500,000 in funding for the Front Range Corridor Passenger Rail District to expand passenger rail intermediary stops spanning Fort Collins to Pueblo. As part of the Corridor Identification Development (Corridor ID) Plan established by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), allocated federal funding will be invested in development efforts. The Corridor ID Plan identifies projects to bolster America\u2019s passenger rail network.\n\n\u201cThe Greater Denver metro area has experienced rapid growth and our communities urgently need updated and expanded infrastructure. That\u2019s why I championed major investments with the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law in projects like Front Range Corridor Passenger Rail that will improve public transit in our state,\u201d said Congressman Crow. \u201cThese federal dollars will help link more Coloradans to our growing businesses and communities and keep our economy on track. I look forward to seeing the impact of this vital transportation investment.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=501", "Rep. Pettersen Announces Front Range Passenger Rail Included in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law\u2019s Corridor ID Program", "2023-12-08", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "DENVER\u2014Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen announced the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) will include the Front Range Passenger Rail Project in the Corridor Identification Development (Corridor ID) Plan, a program authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to facilitate the development of intercity passenger rail corridors. The FRA has also awarded the Front Range Passenger Rail Project with an initial $500,000 in federal funding to kick-start development efforts.\n\nThis announcement follows efforts led by Pettersen and other Colorado leaders requesting the inclusion of the Front Range Passenger Rail Project in the Corridor ID program. Earlier this year, Pettersen penned a letter to the DOT highlighting the importance of the project to local communities and the need to reduce pressure and congestion on Colorado\u2019s roads.\n\n\u201cEveryone who has traveled on I-25 knows how congestion and delays can affect your ability to get to work, school, or to visit loved ones. Clogged roadways also lead to more accidents and unsafe conditions,\u201d said Pettersen. \u201cBy heeding our call to include the Front Range Passenger Rail Project in the Corridor ID Program, Colorado will finally be able to fully realize our vision of a high-quality passenger rail system to connect communities along the Front Range. This will help us meet the needs of a growing population and advance our environmental, economic, and equity goals.\u201d\n\nThe Front Range Passenger Rail Project would connect cities from Fort Collins to Pueblo, with intermediate stops at Boulder, Denver, Colorado Springs and more. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law contained $66 billion in funding for passenger rail developments. The Corridor Identification Development Plan is the first step in identifying projects for this unprecedented transformation of America\u2019s passenger rail network.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-announces-front-range-passenger-rail-included-bipartisan", "Rep. Neguse Announces Front Range Passenger Rail Included in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law\u2019s Corridor ID Program", "2023-12-06", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Today, Congressman Joe Neguse announced the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) will include the Front Range Passenger Rail Project in the Corridor Identification Development (Corridor ID) Plan, a program authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to facilitate the development of intercity passenger rail corridors. The FRA has also awarded the Front Range Passenger Rail Project with an initial $500,000 in federal funding to kick-start development efforts.\n\nThis announcement follows efforts led by Congressman Neguse and other Colorado leaders requesting the inclusion of the Front Range Passenger Rail Project in the Corridor ID program. Earlier this year, Rep. Neguse penned a letter to the DOT highlighting the importance of the project to local communities and the need to reduce pressure and congestion on Colorado\u2019s roads.\n\n\u201cI am excited to announce that the Department of Transportation and Federal Railroad Administration will heed our call to include the Front Range Passenger Rail Project in the Corridor ID program. This is yet another example of the ways in which the historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is delivering for the people of Colorado,\u201d said Congressman Neguse. \u201cThis corridor stretches across more than 160 miles, connecting 13 of the most populous counties across the state and acting as a transportation \u2018spine\u2019 for the Front Range. I am excited to see this project become a reality for our growing communities.\u201d\n\nThe Front Range Passenger Rail Project would connect cities from Fort Collins to Pueblo, with intermediate stops at Boulder, Denver, Colorado Springs and more.\n\nThe Bipartisan Infrastructure Law contained $66 billion in funding for passenger rail developments. The Corridor Identification Development Plan is the first step in identifying projects for this unprecedented transformation of America\u2019s passenger rail network. Rep. Neguse played a key role in the swift passage and enactment of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, a monumental piece of legislation that invests in the economy, rebuilds roads and bridges and ensures American communities can compete in the 21st Century.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-releases-statement-following-oig-audit-report-mail-delivery", "Rep. Neguse Releases Statement Following OIG Audit Report on Mail Delivery in Colorado\u2019s Mountain Towns", "2023-12-06", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Congressman Joe Neguse released the following statement on the United States Postal Service (USPS) Office of Inspector General\u2019s Audit Report titled \u201cDelivery and Customer Service in Colorado Mountain Towns. The USPS Office of Inspector General initiated the audit after Congressman Neguse and other lawmakers, customers, local leaders, and members of the media called attention to serious deficiencies in mail service, package delivery, facility conditions, customer service, and related issues in Colorado mountain towns. The full report can be found HERE.\n\n\u201cFor seniors, small businesses, and households that rely on timely deliveries for their medications, bills, checks, passports, packages, and other essential items, it is vital that the USPS improve the level of service it provides to Colorado\u2019s mountain towns. For years I\u2019ve implored the USPS to improve mail delivery in these communities, and I am heartened that the Office of Inspector General agrees. It is critical that the USPS immediately implement the recommended reforms in the OIG audit report and take these steps forward to increase transparency and accountability for the lower on-time service performance experienced in towns like Dillon, Vail, and Steamboat Springs.\u201d\n\n\u201cNotwithstanding the herculean efforts of the front-line postal workers at these locations, the report makes clear that these rural mountain communities are simply not receiving a level of service even close to what the agency is required to provide. We appreciate the thorough and thoughtful work of the USPS Office of Inspector General, and we look forward to ensuring the USPS implements these much-needed remedies, including worker pay increases, improved package handling and mail reporting systems, enhanced on-the-job training and Postmaster readiness, and any additional steps to reduce delivery delays.\u201d\n\nCongressman Neguse has repeatedly implored the USPS to address ongoing performance issues and customer service problems in Colorado\u2019s mountain communities. Most recently, Rep. Neguse announced soon to be implemented improvements for Steamboat Springs residents. Following a letter penned by the Congressman, addressed to the agency\u2019s senior management, the USPS announced it will move forward with eliminating annual P.O. box fees for eligible residents of Steamboat Springs. Additionally, Rep. Neguse was successful in getting the USPS to restore 24/7 access to P.O. boxes at the Dillon Post Office and getting the Grand Lake Post Office to provide package pickup service on Saturday mornings.\n\nCongressman Neguse, who welcomed Routt County to Colorado\u2019s 2nd Congressional District at the start of this year, visited the Steamboat Springs Post Office in April to listen to citizens\u2019 concerns about the Postal Service, P.O. box fees and the condition of the downtown Steamboat Springs facility.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-calls-new-peace-agreement", "DeGette calls for new peace agreement", "2023-12-05", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Diana DeGette", "D000197", "degette.house.gov", "degette", "https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement regarding the conflict between Israel and Hamas:\n\n\"I want to commend President Biden, Secretary of State Blinken and the Administration for their successful efforts to bring about the recent agreement, which led to a temporary pause in hostilities to the conflict between Israel and Hamas, the release of hostages, and the provision of humanitarian aid into Gaza.\n\n\"I was disappointed that the negotiations broke down and hostilities have recommenced.\n\n\"The U.S. must intensify its pressure to bring the parties back to the table to negotiate a mutual and permanent end to the violence.\n\n\"This agreement should immediately end the fighting, release all remaining hostages, and allow massive humanitarian aid that can swiftly and safely bring essential food, water, fuel and medicine to all those impacted by the conflict.\n\n\"In the meantime, to the greatest extent possible, the U.S. must continue to pressure Israel to minimize civilian causalities.\n\n\"In the long term, the U.S. and our allies in the region \u2013 together with Israeli and Palestinian leadership \u2013 must urgently work towards a peace accord, including a two-state solution, that upholds the equality and dignity of all citizens to ensure the violence we saw on October 7 never happens again.\n\n\"My sincere wish is for the U.S. and our allies to help the parties to this conflict reach a durable, peaceful resolution. And I hope that resolution is established as soon as possible.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-hres-894", "DeGette statement on H.RES. 894", "2023-12-05", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Diana DeGette", "D000197", "degette.house.gov", "degette", "https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement after voting against H.Res. 894:\n\n\u201cI strongly condemn all forms of antisemitism and the attacks against Jews domestically and internationally.\n\n\u201cI voted present on H.Res. 894, led by Rep. Kustoff (R-TN), because of the misleading way it\u2019s written \u2013 a way that only inflames existing tensions.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-sens-bennet-and-hickenlooper-welcome-over-9-million-bipartisan", "Rep. Neguse, Sens. Bennet and Hickenlooper Welcome Over $9 Million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Advance Wildfire Resilience in Colorado", "2023-12-04", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Today, Congressman Joe Neguse, Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus, and Colorado Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper announced that throughout Fiscal Year 2023, the Department of the Interior has invested over $9.3 million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to advance wildfire resilience work and support fuels management projects in Colorado. The projects, which took place on 31,958 acres of land across the state, included improvements for infrastructure resilience, wildfire prevention, and forest health, as well as investments in fuels management, post-fire restoration, and fire science.\n\n\u201cColorado has experienced numerous devastating wildfires over the past several years, including the East Troublesome, Cameron Peak, and Marshall Fires which hit communities in the 2nd District. I am heartened to see the investments made possible by the historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to assist our communities and continue to deliver for the people of our great state,\u201d said Congressman Joe Neguse. \u201cThe projects supported by this funding are critical components of our work to reduce wildfire risk, support recovering communities, and to mitigate the impacts of future events for households across the state.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs Coloradans face longer and more extreme wildfire seasons, we need to do more to protect homes and restore our forests. This funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will help safeguard communities in Colorado and reduce severe wildfire risk, but there\u2019s still more to do to match our efforts to the scale of the challenge,\u201d said Senator Michael Bennet.\n\n\u201cFrom the 35,000 Coloradans displaced by the 2021 Marshall Fire to the more than 200,000 acres of land ravaged by the 2020 Cameron Peak Fire, Coloradans are living the climate crisis today. These Bipartisan Infrastructure Law investments protect us, our homes, and the environment,\u201d said Senator John Hickenlooper.\n\nThe funding announced last week is part of $468 million allocated by the Department earlier this year to reduce wildfire risk, mitigate impacts and rehabilitate burned areas across the country.\n\n\u201cAs wildfire seasons become longer, more intense and more dangerous, investments from President Biden\u2019s Investing in America agenda are helping provide for a more strategic approach to wildland fire management and mitigation, greater support of wildland firefighters, and much-needed equipment and preparedness methods,\u201d said Secretary Deb Haaland.\n\nIn October, the Colorado lawmakers called on federal agencies to prioritize forest and watershed health in the Western Slope while implementing funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act. Last year, Rep. Neguse and Sens. Bennet and Hickenlooper announced over $5.1 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for 22 fuels management projects across 16 counties including; Dolores, Eagle, Grand, Gunnison, Kiowa, La Plata, Larimer, Mesa, Moffat, Montezuma, Montrose, Otero, Ouray, Rio Blanco, Routt, and San Miguel.\n\nAdditionally, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law provides for a temporary pay raise for federal wildland firefighters, a new mental wellness and health program and establishes a new wildland fire management job series for federal firefighters. Congressman Neguse has been leading efforts in the House of Representatives to permanently increase federal firefighter pay, working to open the door for additional pay and benefit improvements.\n\nBackground\n\nCongressman Neguse, who played a key role in crafting the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, successfully secured the passage of several key priorities for Colorado in the bill, including supporting wildfire recovery, expanding broadband access, and addressing water scarcity and improving drought preparedness. In the two years since the enactment of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, $5.6 billion in funding has been announced and is headed to Colorado with over 304 specific projects identified for funding. Additional information on how the law is delivering for Colorado can be found HERE.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-newly-released-methane-rule", "DeGette statement on newly released methane rule", "2023-12-02", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Diana DeGette", "D000197", "degette.house.gov", "degette", "https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released a new rule regulating methane emissions. As the top Democrat on the House Energy & Climate subcommittee, U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released this statement:\n\n\u201cToday is a big day in our fight to combat the climate crisis. This rule will allow us to curb some of the most harmful emissions and ensure the U.S. continues to be a global leader in the climate fight.\u201d\n\n\u201cI appreciate the Biden Administration\u2019s leadership on reducing methane emissions, and I look forward to continuing to work with them to make even more progress.\u201d\n\nRep. DeGette has been a leader in the fight to reduce methane emissions. One of the first bills President Biden signed into law was a DeGette-led resolution to restore the stricter methane-emission standards that were in place under the Obama Administration but had been repealed by the Trump Administration. In July, DeGette spoke at the first-ever White House Methane Summit.\n\nMethane emissions are incredibly harmful to public health, and scientists say they are accelerating climate change. As a greenhouse gas, methane is 80 times more potent than carbon dioxide.\n\nToday\u2019s rule from EPA will:\n\nPhase in a requirement to eliminate routine flaring of natural gas that is produced by new oil wells;\n\nRequire comprehensive monitoring for leaks of methane from well sites and compressor stations, while giving oil and gas companies flexibility to use low-cost and innovative methane monitoring technologies;\n\nEstablish standards that require reductions in emissions from high-emitting equipment like controllers, pumps, and storage tanks;\n\nAnd more.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=497", "Rep. Pettersen Leads Colorado Democrats in Expressing Concern over IRS ERTC Moratorium", "2023-12-01", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "DENVER\u2014U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) led her Colorado Democratic colleagues in the House of Representatives in a letter to Internal Revenue Service Commissioner Daniel Werfel expressing their concerns over the current moratorium on Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) claims put in place in September. Pettersen authored this letter in response to outreach from small businesses in Colorado\u2019s 7th Congressional District about the economic burden the current pause is having on their establishments.\n\n\u201cMany Colorado businesses applied for and were under the impression that they were approved for an ERTC credit when their Form 941 tax credit was processed,\u201d the members wrote. \u201cThe businesses then planned and operated under the impression that a tax credit would be issued. However, this moratorium provides significant uncertainty to these small businesses who now face potential financial distress because of governmental inaction.\u201d\n\nCongress created the ERTC to help small businesses by providing them funds so as not to lay off workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, in the face of a large backlog of cases\u2013as well as a large number of improperly-filed, ineligible, and even fraudulent ERTC claims\u2013the IRS announced an immediate moratorium on September 24, 2023 on processing new ERTC claims until January 1, 2024.\n\nThe full text of the letter can be found here and below.\n\nDear Commissioner Werfel,\n\nWe write to express concerns surrounding the current moratorium on Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) claims and the potentially damaging impact this pause may place on Colorado businesses and workers.\n\nOn September 24, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced an immediate moratorium on processing new ERTC claims until January 1, 2024. This prolonged waiting time to process both new and existing ERTC claims is potentially placing a significant economic burden on many small businesses in our state.\n\nBy creating the ERTC in the 2020 Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Congress helped small businesses by providing them funds so as not to lay off workers throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Many Colorado businesses applied for and were under the impression that they were approved for an ERTC credit when their Form 941 tax credit was processed. The businesses then planned and operated under the impression that a tax credit would be issued. However, this moratorium provides significant uncertainty to these small businesses who now face potential financial distress because of governmental inaction.\n\nWe recognize the important purpose of the IRS\u2019 current moratorium and thank you for the work done to address the current backlog and large number of improperly-filed, ineligible, and even fraudulent ERTC claims. It has been reported that review times for existing ERC claims will go from a standard processing goal of 90 days to 180 days, with even longer delays if the claim faces further review or audit. However, many employers in Colorado have yet to hear any update on the status of their ERTC claim. Businesses have contacted our offices regarding applications submitted in 2021 that have still yet to receive a response.\n\nThank you for giving your full and fair consideration of this request in accordance with all applicable rules, regulations, laws, and guidelines. We look forward to your attention to this inquiry.\n\nSincerely,", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crow-jacobs-introduce-bill-to-increase-oversight-of-civilian-casualties-in-conflict-zones", "Reps. Crow, Jacobs Introduce Bill to Increase Oversight of Civilian Casualties in Conflict Zones", "2023-11-30", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), Co-Chair of the Protection of Civilians in Conflict Caucus, with Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51) introduced the Civilian Harm Transparency in Partnerships Act of 2023, legislation that requires the Director of National Intelligence to notify Congress if US-provided intelligence used by a third party results in civilian casualties.\n\n\"US intelligence tools are essential for keeping Americans safe and protecting civilians in conflict zones. We must ensure our intelligence always furthers both of these goals,\u201d said Congressman Crow. \u201cMy years in combat taught me that protecting civilians is essential to the mission, not secondary. Proud to introduce this bill alongside Rep. Sara Jacobs.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe United States can\u2019t fully address civilian harm without addressing incidents that result from sharing our own intelligence with our partners,\u201d said Congresswoman Jacobs. \u201cWe need to do everything we can to prevent, limit, and minimize civilian harm \u2013 and also take steps following incidents to be transparent, take accountability, and avoid making the same mistakes again. That\u2019s why I\u2019m proud to support the Civilian Harm Transparency in Partnerships Act, which creates more reporting requirements to create transparency and oversight over incidents of civilian harm.\u201d\n\nCongressman Crow continues efforts alongside the Protection of Civilians in Conflict Caucus to prevent, reduce, and respond to civilian harm resulting from U.S. and partner operations. Crow led Caucus members in a letter pressing the Biden Administration to increase transparency in U.S. counterterrorism policy and fought for and secured measures included in last year\u2019s defense spending, which codified the protection and investigation of civilian harm into law.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=495", "Reps. Pettersen, Caraveo, Neguse Push to Improve Drought and Flood Resiliency Efforts", "2023-11-30", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) this week introduced the bipartisan Healthy Watershed, Healthy Communities Act alongside Representatives Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ), Yadira Caraveo (D-CO), Harriet Hageman (R-WY), Mike Flood (R-NE), and Joe Neguse (D-CO). This legislation would support drought and flood resiliency across the country by improving a watershed program under the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).\n\nThe Healthy Watershed, Healthy Communities Act focuses on the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service\u2019s (NRCS) Watershed and Flood Prevention Operations program, known as \u201cPL-566\u201d. The legislation aims to improve the PL-566 program by streamlining the program\u2019s planning and administrative processes and creating parity in funding allocations between southwest states and other areas of the country. In August, U.S. Senator Michael Bennett (D-CO) introduced companion legislation in the Senate alongside Sens. Deb Fischer (R-NE) and Jeff Merkley (D-OR).\n\n\u201cAs climate change continues to affect our water resources\u2014especially in Colorado\u2014we must ensure we have a resilient watershed management system in place,\u201d said Pettersen. \u201cThis bill will streamline planning and help us conserve water more efficiently, so our communities and farmers are better equipped for the next drought or flood.\u201d\n\n\u201cIn areas across my district, programs like the PL-566 program are essential to mitigate flood or drought damage, ultimately ensuring better water security, a lifeline for Arizona\u2019s desert communities,\u201d said Ciscomani. \u201cBy cutting red tape and implementing commonsense fixes, we build on previous successes of the program and allow our communities to tap into the full potential of the resources available to them.\u201d\n\n\u201cWater is the most valuable commodity in the West, essential for sustaining people, farms, and wildlife. But two decades of climate change-fueled drought has devastated watersheds in Colorado and the region, posing an existential threat to Colorado\u2019s farmers and ranchers, and everyone who relies on them,\u201d said Caraveo. \u201cI\u2019m proud to join my colleagues in introducing the bipartisan Healthy Watersheds, Healthy Communities Act \u2013 a bill that will make the PL-566 program work better for the American West and support drought resilience in Colorado.\u201d\n\n\u201cWater is one of humanity\u2019s most important resources,\u201d said Hageman. \u201cProtecting and managing our water resources is critically important, having immense consequences for local communities and our nation\u2019s food supply and energy production. Yet confusing, contradictory, and unnecessary regulatory processes and bureaucratic delays prevent needed investments in building and managing our water storage infrastructure. The Healthy Watersheds, Healthy Communities Act addresses some of these concerns by providing greater control of watersheds to our irrigation districts and local irrigators who better understand local hydrology, systems, and needs. As a strong proponent of decentralized control and greater investment in local organizations, I\u2019m proud to join my colleagues, as well as the Wyoming Stock Growers Association, in support of this bill.\u201d\n\n\u201cAllowing for more local control and flexibility in managing projects funded by the Watershed and Flood Prevention Operations program will help stakeholders tailor solutions to steward our resources and meet the needs of local communities,\u201d said Flood. \u201cThank you to Representatives Ciscomani, Hageman, Neguse, Caraveo, and Pettersen for your leadership on this issue in the House as well as our colleagues in the Senate.\u201d\n\nClick here to access the full text of the bill.\n\n\u201cThe Healthy Watershed Healthy Communities Act would be a vital tool for safeguarding the future of western water resources and addressing the unique challenges faced by the region,\u201d said Kevin Moran, Associate Vice President at Environmental Defense Fund. \u201cIn the West, where water scarcity is a persistent concern, the PL-566 program provides a lifeline for communities grappling with extreme droughts and flooding. It also supports the resilience and sustainability of American agriculture in the face of an evolving climate.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Watershed and Flood Prevention Operations Program has proven to be an invaluable tool for Irrigation communities to make vital infrastructure upgrades, enhancing resilience against drought impacts for both themselves and their patrons. I appreciate Representative Ciscomani for spearheading the introduction of the Healthy Watersheds Healthy Communities Act in the House of Representatives,\" stated Julie O\u2019Shea, Executive Director at Farmers Conservation Alliance. \"This legislation will play a pivotal role in improving the Watershed and Flood Prevention Operations program to undertake and execute modernization initiatives that yield multiple benefits for agriculture, the environment, and local communities. Special thanks to Representatives Hageman, Flood, Neguse, Pettersen, and Caraveo for their support of this significant legislation\"\n\n\u201cThe health of rural economies throughout the West is inextricably linked to the health of their watersheds. Farmers and ranchers whose futures are driven by water are invested in and uniquely positioned to implement strategies to keep their watersheds thriving. By increasing federal support for flood-risk reduction, irrigation and other watershed health projects, this legislation will help farmers and ranchers succeed while also conserving critical natural resources throughout the West,\u201d said Jennifer Conner, Associate Director of Legislative Affairs for The Nature Conservancy.\n\n\u201cThe Healthy Watershed, Healthy Communities Act is a sensible modification to the invaluable PL-566 tool. Water programs, services, and projects are more complex today than they were nearly 70 years ago when PL-566 was enacted. To succeed in the future, water managers, resource stewards, and communities must be more creative and work more collaboratively. From where I sit along St. Vrain Creek as it meets the South Platte River, I have concluded our community is craving holistic, sensible, apolitical leadership when it comes to addressing current and future challenges around water. This Act is all those things, and when approved could have a positive impact, not only in my backyard, but across the West and U.S.,\u201d said Sean Cronin, Executive Director of St. Vrain & Left Hand Water Conservancy District.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=492", "Reps. Pettersen, James Introduce Legislation to Strengthen Sanctions on Fentanyl Traffickers", "2023-11-29", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014Today, U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) and John James (R-MI) introduced the Fentanyl Reduction Engrained by Economic Deterrence (FREED) Act to expand existing sanctions authorities to associates and facilitators of fentanyl traffickers and their operations. This bipartisan legislation also provides the U.S. Department of Treasury with greater authority to determine whether a financial institution is of \u201cprimary money laundering concern\u201d relating to their involvement in illicit fentanyl and narcotics financing.\n\nThe United States is currently in the third wave of the opioid overdose epidemic, defined by the rise in synthetic opioids like fentanyl, which is up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine.\n\n\u201cFentanyl has taken over global drug supply chains and was responsible for more than 85% of all opioid overdose deaths in the U.S. in 2021. I am all too familiar with the devastating effects of synthetic drugs like these, as my own mother overdosed 20 times in one year because of fentanyl,\u201d said Pettersen. \u201cThe opioid crisis has touched countless communities across Colorado and the nation, and I\u2019m proud to partner with Congressman James on this bipartisan bill to crack down on those who traffic these illicit drugs into our communities and the financial institutions involved in fentanyl money laundering.\u201d\n\n\u201cFentanyl has devastated and uprooted the lives of so many Michiganders and American families. And unfortunately, much of the heartbreak that these families are experiencing related to fentanyl deaths stems from issues on the southern border,\u201d James said. \u201cThe FREED Act will strengthen tools that we already use against Russia and Iran to go after fentanyl traffickers in Mexico and throughout the western hemisphere to strengthen our defense against this deadly drug.\u201d\n\n\"FDD Action supports this critical bipartisan legislation. The Fentanyl Reduction Engrained by Economic Deterrence Act broadens sanctions against individuals and companies engaging in or facilitating the fentanyl trade. It also expands potential sanctions on agencies of foreign governments that are determined to be involved in the fentanyl trade, including those in China. This legislation comes at a critical time, as it would provide the United States with expanded tools to enforce the agreement recently reached between the Biden administration and Chinese government to crack down on the flow of fentanyl precursors and related activities to the United States,\u201d said FDD Action.\n\nClick here to read the full text of the bill.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-lawler-resolution-888", "DeGette statement on Lawler Resolution 888", "2023-11-28", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Diana DeGette", "D000197", "degette.house.gov", "degette", "https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement after voting in favor of the Lawler Resolution 888 \u2013 which reaffirms the State of Israel\u2019s right to exist:\n\n\u201cThere can be no doubt that the State of Israel has a right to exist and today the U.S. House reaffirmed that.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=476", "Rep. Pettersen Introduces Bill to Ban Water Beads Marketed for Kids Ahead of Holiday Shopping Season", "2023-11-28", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06), and Robin Kelly (IL-02) introduced the Ban Water Beads Act, legislation to ban water beads marketed for kids. Water beads are colorful, water-absorbing balls that are sold as children\u2019s toys and often look like candy. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), they are a danger to young children and can be deadly if swallowed.\n\n\u201cAs the mom of a toddler, I know dangerous toys that look fun but actually have harmful\u2013or even deadly\u2013consequences are every parent\u2019s nightmare,\u201d said Pettersen. \u201cI can\u2019t imagine what the parents of kids who ingested these water beads are going through, and we cannot allow this product to continue harming children in Colorado or anywhere in our country. Especially as parents begin shopping for the holidays, I\u2019m proud to join Representatives Pallone and Kelly on this bill to ban water beads and keep kids safe.\u201d\n\n\u201cWater beads come in all sorts of bright rainbow colors, tend to look like candy, and are often labeled as non-toxic,\u201d said Pallone. \u201cThey look and sound fun, but the reality is these colorful products can become deadly or cause serious injuries when swallowed by children. That\u2019s why I\u2019m introducing legislation to ban water beads marketed for kids nationwide. I\u2019m grateful to everyone who joined me today to raise awareness about the danger these products pose\u2014especially as holiday shopping begins\u2014and I look forward to continuing to work together to advance this legislation to protect our nation\u2019s little ones.\u201d\n\nClick here to access the full bill text.\n\nThe Ban Water Beads Act would direct the CPSC to enforce a ban on all water beads marketed for use by kids. The agency has received heartbreaking stories from parents whose children ingested water beads and suffered severe consequences, including grave internal injuries, lifelong health impacts, and tragic deaths. When swallowed by children, water beads can quickly absorb bodily fluids and swell to block intestines or cause other injuries. According to estimates, children ingesting water beads resulted in 7,800 emergency room visits between 2016 and 2022.\n\n\u201cIn November 2022, water beads caused serious injury to my daughter, Kennedy Mitchell,\u201d said Folichia Mitchell. \u201cThese beads, sold in packs of thousands, bring a hidden risk into homes, leaving only luck to avert disaster. We must join forces to shield our children from such dangers, as they deserve more than just luck for protection. I stand in support of the Ban Water Beads Act, advocating for the right of every child to have safe toys in their home.\u201d Folichia Mitchell is a parent whose toddler suffered intestinal blockage after ingesting one water bead.\n\n\"Our sweet Esther Jo is gone all because of a toy; a toy she was never allowed to play with,\u201d said Taylor Bethard. \u201cWater beads are not worth the risk. If you are a parent, caregiver, teacher or therapist, I urge you to remove these from your spaces immediately. Our family is thankful that the Ban Water Beads Act will help ensure that no other family endures the same tragedy we have.\" Taylor Bethard is a parent whose daughter tragically passed away after ingesting a water bead from a children\u2019s toy kit.\n\n\u201cI have heard heartbreaking stories from parents whose children ingested water beads and suffered horrendous consequences, including grave internal injuries, lifelong health impacts, and even death,\u201d said CPSC Chair Alex Hoehn-Saric. \u201cAll small children who have access to water beads are at risk. I thank the Representatives for their leadership on this issue and look forward to working with him and with parent advocates to protect children.\u201d\n\n\u201cA toy is meant to bring joy, not tragedy,\u201d said Ashley Haugen, Founder and President of That Water Bead Lady. \u201cYet, in 2017, my family\u2019s life was turned upside down when water beads, purchased for my oldest daughter, poisoned, and critically injured my youngest daughter, Kipley. The same water beads that devastated my family remain for sale, a silent threat in any home. We support the Ban Water Beads Act and urge retailers to proactively remove these beads from their online platforms and shelves.\u201d\n\n\u201cIf ingested, inhaled, or inserted in ear canals, water beads absorb bodily fluids and can lead to potentially life-threatening injuries, such as intestinal or bowel obstruction, lung or ear damage,\u201d said Nancy Cowles, Executive Director of Kids In Danger (KID). \u201cNo amount of supervision can keep children safe from these tiny beads.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-announces-usps-improvements-residents-steamboat-springs", "Rep. Neguse Announces USPS Improvements for Residents of Steamboat Springs", "2023-11-27", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Today, Congressman Joe Neguse announced soon to be implemented United States Postal Service (USPS) improvements for Steamboat Springs residents. Following efforts led by Rep. Neguse, the USPS has indicated it will move forward with eliminating the P.O. Box fee for eligible residents of Steamboat Springs. Eligible residents may also receive refunds for up to 24 months of past fees.\n\n\u201cThe USPS\u2019s decision to heed our request is an important step forward for residents of Steamboat Springs as we work to improve mail delivery in our mountain communities,\u201d said Congressman Neguse. \u201cBy removing burdensome fees, countless households across the community will have better access to timely deliveries for their medications, bills, checks, passports, and other essential items.\u201d\n\nOn November 8th following several months of ongoing discussions with the USPS, Rep. Neguse sent a letter to USPS senior management urging the agency to specifically resolve the P.O. Box issue for eligible residents of Steamboat Springs\u2014where residents who are not eligible for residential mail delivery are currently being charged a fee for a P.O. Box, despite this being their only option to receive mail. This followed Rep. Joe Neguse\u2019s visit to the Steamboat Springs Post Office in April of this year to listen to citizens\u2019 concerns about the Postal Service, P.O. Box fees, and the condition of the downtown Steamboat Springs facility this past winter.\n\nIn a letter accompanied by a PS 1093 Form that was delivered to 1,000 PO Box holders in Steamboat Springs regarding the matter \u2013 with more notifications coming soon \u2013 the USPS stated: \u201cTo ensure that we can identify the proper mode of delivery for all patrons, we are asking all Post Office Box (PO Box) Customers in Steamboat Springs to complete and submit a new PS Form 1093. PO Box service is a premium service offered for a fee to any customer and for no fee to customers who are not eligible for carrier delivery. PO Box service allows a customer to collect mail during the hours the box lobby is open. [...] Updated completion of PS Form 1093 will ensure that the Postal Service has the most accurate information and assist in identifying the proper mode of delivery for all patrons.\u201d\n\nGroup E Post Office (PO) Box service is provided free, with restric\u00adtions, to customers whose physical addresses are not eli\u00adgible for any form of USPS carrier delivery service. Learn more about Group E PO Box services and qualifications here.\n\nCongressman Neguse has repeatedly implored the USPS to address ongoing delays in mail services occurring in Colorado\u2019s mountain communities. In January, Rep. Neguse penned a letter to the United States Postal Service (USPS) District Manager requesting the USPS provide alternate methods to pick up mail, expand opportunities for customers to access their PO boxes, aggressively recruit new staff, and meet with the affected towns\u2019 mayors and county leaders. The Congressman\u2019s office announced earlier this year that the Dillon Post Office restored 24/7 access to PO boxes and that the Grand Lake Post Office will allow for package pickups on Saturday mornings.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-announces-10-million-investment-water-projects-colorados-western", "Rep. Neguse Announces $10 Million Investment for Water Projects on Colorado\u2019s Western Slope", "2023-11-21", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Congressman Joe Neguse, Co-Chair of the Congressional Colorado River Caucus, announced over $10 million in WaterSMART Environmental Water Resource and America the Beautiful Grants funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law have been awarded to environmental projects to increase water availability in the Colorado River Basin. These projects are part of a greater $51 million investment in 30 new Environmental Water Resource Projects in 11 states. The collaborative projects focus on water conservation, water management and restoration efforts that will result in significant benefits to ecosystem or watershed health.\n\nCongressman Neguse, who played a key role in crafting the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, successfully secured the passage of several key priorities for Colorado in the bill, including addressing water scarcity and improving drought preparedness across the Western Slope.\n\n\u201cAs drought continues to pose an imminent threat to states across the West, I\u2019m proud to have helped secure over $10 million in critical investments for water restoration and conservation projects across Colorado\u2019s Western Slope. As Co-Chair of the Colorado River Caucus, I\u2019ll keep fighting to ensure our great state has the resources necessary to address these long-term challenges,\u201d said Congressman Neguse.\n\n\u201cAdequate, resilient and safe water supplies are fundamental to the health, economy and security of every community in our nation,\u201d said Secretary Deb Haaland. \u201cThe Interior Department is focused on ensuring that funding through President Biden\u2019s Investing in America agenda is going to collaborative projects throughout the West that will benefit the American people.\u201d\n\nSpecifically, the projects in Colorado include:\n\n$2,999,595 for the Middle Colorado River Agriculture Collaborative: 4 Fish Passage/ Irrigation Diversion Upgrade Projects on Elk Creek-a tributary to the Colorado River,\n\n$2,482,686 for the Riparian Restoration and Infrastructure Improvements to Better the Ecological Processes of the Mancos Watershed,\n\n$2,403,748 for the Purgatoire River Fish Passage,\n\n$1,594,799 for the Farmer's Ditch Improvement Project,\n\n$1,274,625 for the Farmers Union Multi-Benefit Diversion Infrastructure Improvement Project,\n\n$ 1,198,376 for the Uncompahgre River Multi-Benefit Project,\n\n$746,423 for the Roan Creek Fish Barrier and Diversion Infrastructure Upgrade,\n\nAnd $651,920 for the Nannice Canal Diversion and Fish Passage Project.\n\nRead more about these projects and others in the Colorado River Basin HERE.\n\nBackground\n\nCongressman Joe Neguse, whose district includes the headwaters of the Colorado River, has been working to address water-related issues, enacting significant bills that invest in drought resilience and water management. In July of last year, he was able to secure passage of his monumental legislative package, the Wildfire Response and Drought Resiliency Act, through the House of Representatives.\n\nAdditionally, as founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Colorado River Caucus, Rep. Neguse has formed a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers each representing a state along the Colorado River Basin. The lawmakers are working to build consensus on critical issues plaguing the river and support the work of the Colorado River Basin states on how best to address the worsening levels of drought in the Colorado River Basin.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-neguse-leads-bipartisan-call-immediate-action-behalf-unpaid", "Congressman Neguse Leads Bipartisan Call for Immediate Action on Behalf of Unpaid Soldiers", "2023-11-20", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Colorado Congressman Joe Neguse, joined by Representative Doug Lamborn (R \u2013 Colorado Springs), penned a letter to General Daniel R. Hokanson, the Chief of the National Guard Bureau, requesting that the National Guard take immediate action to disburse outstanding enlistment bonuses to soldiers who have made the commitment to serve in the National Guard. Their letter follows reports that thousands of National Guard troops have not received promised enlistment bonuses, and that nearly 4,000 service members have left the military without being paid promised bonuses. Enlistment bonuses are promised to new soldiers who commit to six years of service and earn high-level scores on their Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) tests. New recruits can be eligible for up to $20,000.\n\nNational Guard troops are tasked with state and federal functions, and often called up to respond to state-level emergencies, including natural disasters like wildfires and flooding. In 2021, Colorado called on the Army National Guard to assist in state response to the devastating Marshall Fire. National Guard Soldiers supported impacted neighborhoods in Superior, Louisville, and unincorporated Boulder County. The Marshall Fire, which began on December 30, 2021, claimed over 1,000 homes, and caused an estimated $2 billion in total damages, making it the most devastating and costliest fire in Colorado history.\n\n\u201cIn short, our offices are tracking reports that the National Guard is currently behind in fulfilling its promise to pay at least 12,000 soldiers their enlistment bonuses. Missing these payments can result in severe financial hardships and frustration for soldiers and their families. As you know, the enlistment bonuses which amount to as much as $20,000, are a pivotal component of the Army National Guard's recruitment strategy and a solemn commitment we make to our soldiers. In addition to being severely damaging to recruitment, the delay of payments is counteractive to the Army National Guard\u2019s goal of retaining 37,000 soldiers. Beyond the issues of recruitment and retention, the prolonged delays in bonus payments undermine the trust and morale of our soldiers,\u201d the lawmakers wrote.\n\nThe letter continued: \u201cWe implore the National Guard to take immediate and decisive action to rectify these pay problems. It is unacceptable that we have soldiers who have served their country honorably, fulfilled their commitments, and yet are left waiting for the bonuses they rightfully earned.\u201d\n\nRead the full letter HERE and below.\n\nCongressman Neguse has been a strong advocate for veterans and service members across America. On Veterans Day this year, Congressman Neguse joined local veterans, servicemembers, and their families at the Windsor American Legion. Rep. Neguse surprised eighty-year-old Vietnam Veteran, Ed Sharp, with replacement medals honoring his time in service. Mr. Sharp lost his medals during the Marshall Fire. Rep. Neguse also recently wrote to two federal agencies requesting increased protections for VA benefits and the revision of existing program applications which unintentionally impede veterans seeking additional support for themselves and their families. Read more on those letters HERE.\n\nNovember 15, 2023\n\nGeneral Daniel Hokanson Chief\n\nNational Guard Bureau 11 S George Mason Drive Arlington, Virginia 22204\n\nDear General Daniel Hokanson,\n\nWe write to request that the National Guard immediately take the necessary steps to disburse all outstanding enlistment bonuses to soldiers who have completed their service.\n\nIn short, our offices are tracking reports that the National Guard is currently behind in fulfilling its promise to pay at least 12,000 soldiers their enlistment bonuses. Missing these payments can result in severe financial hardships and frustration for soldiers and their families. As you know, the enlistment bonuses which amount to as much as $20,000, are a pivotal component of the Army National Guard's recruitment strategy and a solemn commitment we make to our soldiers. In addition to being severely damaging to recruitment, the delay of payments is counteractive to the Army National Guard\u2019s goal of retaining 37,000 soldiers. Beyond the issues of recruitment and retention, the prolonged delays in bonus payments undermine the trust and morale of our soldiers.\n\nIt\u2019s our understanding that the primary cause of this problem is the performance of the Army National Guard Incentive Management System (GIMS), which was introduced in 2012. Existing issues related to acute staffing shortages and training deficiencies were exacerbated by two long- term catastrophic outages resulting in the current backlog of payments.\n\nWe implore the National Guard to take immediate and decisive action to rectify these pay problems. It is unacceptable that we have soldiers who have served their country honorably, fulfilled their commitments, and yet are left waiting for the bonuses they rightfully earned.\n\nThe importance of the National Guard cannot be understated. The Guard plays a vital role within the U.S. military, possessing a distinctive capability to address both domestic emergencies and international conflicts. Our offices stand ready to work with you to reform the GIMS and ensure we fulfill the promises we made to our dedicated soldiers and their families. We ask that you provide us with a written update in 60 days detailing the National Guard\u2019s efforts to resolve this issue and an estimation of when all outstanding payments will be distributed.\n\nThank you for your prompt attention to this matter. We look forward to your immediate action and resolution of this issue.\n\nSincerely,", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-joins-rep-sherrill-to-fight-for-reproductive-freedom-for-servicewomen-and-military-families", "Congressman Crow Joins Rep. Sherrill to Fight for Reproductive Freedom for Servicewomen and Military Families", "2023-11-16", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), Army veteran and member of the Pro-Choice Caucus, joined Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) to introduce the Access to Reproductive Care for Servicemembers Act to protect servicemembers\u2019 and military family members\u2019 access to reproductive health care, regardless of the state they are stationed. This follows Congressman Crow\u2019s successful efforts that led to the Department of Defense\u2019s (DoD) continued action to protect access to abortion care for servicemembers and their families.\n\nNearly 50% of servicemembers are stationed in a state with extremely limited or no access to abortion. This legislation would codify portions of current DOD policy, which guarantees military leave and travel cost reimbursements for servicemembers forced to travel out of state to receive reproductive health care.\n\nThe Access to Reproductive Care for Servicemembers Act is also co-led by Representatives Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06) and Veronica Escobar (TX-16). The legislation has earned the support of the House Pro Choice Caucus, Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly NARAL Pro-Choice America), National Women\u2019s Law Center, Center for Reproductive Rights, Service Women\u2019s Action Network, American Association of OB-GYNs, National Women\u2019s Health Network, Power to Decide, National Partnership for Women and Families, and Minority Veterans of America.\n\n\u201cA servicemember\u2019s choice to have an abortion should remain between her and her doctor \u2013 not politicians,\u201d said Congressman Crow. \u201cUnfortunately, following a misguided Supreme Court decision, we were forced to start asking servicewomen to not only give their life in defense of our nation but to do so in a way that sets aside their fundamental rights and freedoms. This was plain wrong, and I\u2019m thankful the Department of Defense acted to protect our servicemembers and meet our national security objectives. And I\u2019m proud to join my colleague, Rep. Sherrill to codify and expand on DoD\u2019s decision to protect the rights of women in uniform.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-neguse-urges-federal-agencies-remove-barriers-protect-benefits", "Congressman Neguse Urges Federal Agencies to Remove Barriers & Protect Benefits for America\u2019s Veterans", "2023-11-16", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Following conversations with veterans across Colorado, Congressman Joe Neguse penned two letters to federal agencies requesting increased protections for VA benefits and the revision of existing program applications which unintentionally impede veterans seeking additional support for themselves and their families. Rep. Neguse first called on the Department of Education to remove barriers to financial aid for veterans and their families. He then wrote to the Office of Community Planning and Development (OCPD) regarding protections to ensure veterans receiving disability compensation are able to receive the full scope of federal loans they are entitled to as civilians.\n\nOn Veterans Day last week, Congressman Neguse joined local veterans, servicemembers, and their families at the Windsor American Legion. Rep. Neguse surprised eighty-year-old Vietnam Veteran, Ed Sharp, with replacement medals honoring his time in service. Mr. Sharp lost his medals during the devastating Marshall Fire in December 2021.\n\n\u201cOur veterans and service members have sacrificed so much to keep us safe, and it is our duty to make sure we honor our commitments to them when they come home\u2014which ultimately includes ensuring that federal veterans benefits do not impede access to other federal assistance, whether it be supporting access to higher education and expanding safe and affordable housing or removing potentially restrictive barriers to compensation,\u201d said Congressman Neguse.\n\nIn his first letter, Congressman Neguse wrote to the U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona and Federal Student Aid Chief Operating Officer Richard Cordray urging them to address issues related to federal student aid for veterans and their dependents. The letter requests that the Department of Education update the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form, to ensure that veterans' noneducation benefits like Disability, Death Pension, Dependency, Indemnity Compensation, and more do not impact applicants\u2019 income calculations for expected contributions.\n\nRead the full letter HERE.\n\nThe second letter requests that the Office of Community Planning and Development (OCPD) revise current guidance regarding the inclusion and exclusion of income related to non-taxable Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) disability compensation. The inadvertent inclusion of these payments as income has impacted local veterans' ability to receive federal support in the face of a disaster.\n\nRead the full letter HERE.\n\nBackground\n\nCongressman Neguse is a strong advocate for veterans and service members. In May, he introduced a bipartisan legislative package to ensure that veterans can access the services and resources they deserve. The bills, which include the Department of Veterans Affairs Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Processing Claims Improvement Act and the HUBS for Veterans Act, work to improve the treatment and compensation for veterans experiencing PTSD and create regional \u201cnetwork hubs\u201d for veterans, service members, and their families to seek resources and support.\n\nEarlier this year, Congressman Neguse introduced the Veterans Jobs Training Act to increase funding for the highly successful Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP), which works to expand job training and placement services for our nation\u2019s veterans. In that same vein, as part of the 2023 government funding bill, Rep. Neguse secured $650,000 for the Veterans Community Project Transitional Housing in Longmont, Colorado. This project supports the construction of tiny homes for unhoused veterans in Colorado's Second Congressional District.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-her-no-vote-lawler-amendment", "DeGette statement on her no vote to the Lawler Amendment", "2023-11-15", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Diana DeGette", "D000197", "degette.house.gov", "degette", "https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement after voting no on the Lawler Amendment:\n\n\u201cFree speech is a bedrock American value. It is critical that it be protected \u2013 even when what\u2019s being said is abhorrent,\u201d said Rep. DeGette. \u201c\u201cFreedom of speech does not, however, extend to the very real threats and intimidation against Jewish students that we have seen in colleges and universities across the United States.\u201d\n\n\u201cInstitutions of higher education have a fine line to walk between protecting speech and students\u2019 safety, and they need more support not less to fulfill this duty. Stripping critical federal funding from the universities would actually undermine these efforts and for that reason, I opposed the Lawler Amendment proposed today on the floor.\u201d\n\nThe Lawler Amendment would have stifled free speech and legitimate political demonstrations on college campuses across the country by prohibiting funding to institutions of higher education that would not suppress events accused of promoting antisemitism.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=458", "Pettersen, Steil\u2019s Bill to Cut Off Iran\u2019s Ability to Fund Hamas Advances Through House Financial Services Committee", "2023-11-15", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014Yesterday, the House Financial Services Committee passed the End Financing for Hamas and State Sponsors of Terrorism Act (H.R. 6632), a bill introduced by Representatives Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) and Bryan Steil (R-WI). This bipartisan legislation will disrupt the ability of Hamas to fund terrorism and violence. It will also make it harder for state sponsors of terrorism, like Iran, to abuse International Monetary Fund (IMF) resources to finance terrorist organizations, including Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and Hezbollah.\n\n\"We know that Iran is facilitating terrorism, including the Hamas organization that launched a ruthless attack against Israel and continues to perpetuate unspeakably brutal attacks against innocent civilians, both Israeli and Palestinian. This bipartisan legislation sends a clear message that we will not tolerate the financing of terrorism, particularly by state sponsors like Iran,\u201d said Pettersen. \u201cWe must crack down on these financing schemes and this bill is an important step to keep funding from international financial institutions out of the wrong hands.\u201d\n\n\"Iran has a central role in funding Hamas and other terrorist groups that seek to destroy Israel, kill Jews, and attack American personnel throughout the region. This underscores the urgent need to use every financial tool in our box to deny the largest state sponsor of terrorism revenue,\u201d said Steil. \u201cThis bill will weaken Iran's ability to continue to fund violent extremists like Hamas and Hezbollah and ensure atrocities like what we witnessed on October 7 never happen again.\u201d\n\nThe End Financing for Hamas and State Sponsors of Terrorism Act prohibits the U.S. Treasury Department from using the Exchange Stabilization Fund (ESF) to exchange Special Drawing Rights (SDR) with or to benefit a state sponsor of terrorism. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of the Treasury to work with the Group of Seven (G7) to develop a strategy to ensure Hamas is incapable of financing armed hostilities against Israel.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crow-gallagher-lead-bipartisan-effort-to-bolster-als-research-for-us-veterans-active-duty-servicemembers", "Reps. Crow, Gallagher Lead Bipartisan Effort to Bolster ALS Research for US Veterans & Active-Duty Servicemembers", "2023-11-14", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Representatives Jason Crow (D-CO-06), Army veteran and Co-Chair of the ALS Caucus, and Mike Gallagher (R-WI-08), successfully included a bipartisan effort to increase funding for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) prevention research among servicemembers and veterans in this year\u2019s Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies spending bill. This builds on Crow and Gallagher\u2019s previous effort urging the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to launch a new initiative focused on ALS and military personnel.\n\nCommonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease, more than 30,000 Americans live with ALS, with military service identified as a risk factor and Gulf War Veterans up to twice as likely to develop the debilitating neurodegenerative illness than non-veterans. Today\u2019s amendment directs an additional $5 million to bolster prevention and treatment research of ALS specifically for at-risk military personnel and veterans at the CDC\u2019s National ALS Registry and Biorepository \u2013 the largest ALS prevention program in the US.\n\n\u201cALS is a terrible disease, and servicemembers and veterans are disproportionately diagnosed. This bipartisan effort with Rep. Gallagher would fully fund the CDC\u2019s initiative researching the links between ALS and our military personnel,\u201d said Congressman Crow. \u201cThe ALS community continues to turn hope into action, and as the Co-Chair of the ALS Caucus, I\u2019ll continue to support funding for ALS research and work alongside doctors, patients, and advocates as we strive towards a cure.\u201d\n\nSince launching the bipartisan ALS Caucus in 2019, Congressman Crow has worked to increase funding for life-improving ALS research, and deliver higher quality care for veterans, ALS patients, and their families in Colorado and across the US. These efforts include fighting to lower health care costs for ALS patients, introducing legislation to end the waiting period for disability insurance benefits, and helping pass into law the PACT Act \u2013 the largest expansion of veterans health benefits in US history.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-continuing-resolution-0", "DeGette statement on continuing resolution", "2023-11-14", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Diana DeGette", "D000197", "degette.house.gov", "degette", "https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement after voting for a continuing resolution:\n\n\u201cToday, once again, Democrats voted to save the country from an extreme MAGA shutdown.\n\n\u201cI supported the stopgap bill which will keep the government open at current funding levels into the New Year with no far-right policy riders. But we must stop kicking the can down the road.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=455", "Rep. Pettersen Honors Vietnam Veterans in Pinning Ceremony Ahead of Veterans Day", "2023-11-10", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "DENVER\u2014Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) hosted a ceremony to recognize and honor Vietnam veterans from across Colorado ahead of Veterans Day. Pettersen, along with officials from the Army and Air Force, recognized over 30 veterans and awarded them each an official pin from the United States government. This ceremony was a part of the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration, which was authorized by Congress and launched in 2012, and aims to properly thank Vietnam veterans for their service and sacrifice on behalf of the nation.\n\n\u201cIt is the greatest honor of my life to be able to recognize and honor people from my community, especially all the Coloradans who fought to defend our great nation,\u201d said Pettersen. \u201cToo many of our Vietnam veterans were not properly thanked when they came home, and that is shameful. There are not enough awards or accolades to show how truly grateful we are for the service of these brave men and women, but I am glad we could join together around Veterans Day to say thank you. Our veterans put everything on the line to protect our freedoms, and for that, we will be forever grateful.\u201d\n\nOver 30 Vietnam veterans or the families of Vietnam veterans, including those who served in the U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, and U.S. Marine Corps, were honored during the ceremony and presented with the commemorative lapel pin by Pettersen. The pins are embossed with a bald eagle, to symbolize the courage, honor, and dedication to service embodied by our veterans. The blue border and stripes represent our flag and signify vigilance, perseverance, and justice. The laurel wreath along the border represents victory, integrity, and strength. The six stars beside the eagle represent the U.S. and our five allies who served alongside one another \u2013 Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, the Republic of Korea, and Thailand. The pin is engraved with a message that reads, \u201ca grateful nation thanks and honors you.\"\n\nClick here to access high-quality, downloadable photos and video from the event.\n\nPettersen encourages any veterans or families of veterans who are eligible to receive this pin to fill out this form to be honored in the next ceremony she hosts. Pettersen\u2019s office has helped hundreds of veterans in Colorado\u2019s 7thCongressional District receive VA benefits, access lost or delayed medals, and navigate federal bureaucracy since she took office in January. She has also signed onto multiple bipartisan bills to expand benefits for servicemembers and provide critical resources to veterans, in addition to urging the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to prioritize the construction of a VA clinic in Fremont County.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-fights-to-take-dark-money-out-of-politics-as-house-gop-protects-mega-donors-in-spending-bill", "Congressman Crow Fights to Take Dark Money Out of Politics as House GOP Protects Mega Donors in Spending Bill", "2023-11-09", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, House Republicans rejected three amendments offered by Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), Co-Chair of the End Corruption Caucus, to remove anti-democratic, dark money riders from this year\u2019sFinancial Services and General Government spending bill. House Republicans chose special interests and mega-donors over the American people.\n\n\u201cOur democracy is not for sale \u2013 we need more transparency, not less. House Republicans are once again cozying up to special interests and mega-donors by quietly pushing through protections for dark money groups,\u201d said Congressman Crow. \u201cSunshine is the best disinfectant. My amendments would help put an end to corrupt influence, increase transparency, and restore public trust in government.\u201d\n\nThis effort is supported by End Citizens United // Let America Vote Action Fund and Public Citizen.\n\n\u201cShamefully, Congressional Republicans have yet again sided with dark money, corporate influence and their billionaire backers over transparency, democracy and the American people,\u201d said Tiffany Muller, President of End Citizens United // Let America Vote Action Fund. \u201cWe appreciate Representative Crow\u2019s continued efforts to end dark money and show the American people who\u2019s truly fighting for them.\u201d\n\n\u201cWhile Americans overwhelmingly support shining sunlight on corporate political spending, year-after-year some Congressmembers keep rewriting the rules to block that common-sense disclosure,\u201d said Jon Golinger, Democracy Advocate at Public Citizen. \u201cWe strongly support Representative Crow's legislation to strike the secret money policy riders and bring corporate political spending out of the shadows and into the light.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crow-ellzey-reintroduce-bill-to-improve-reporting-of-veterans-suicide-at-va-and-enhance-congressional-oversight", "Reps. Crow, Ellzey Reintroduce Bill to Improve Reporting of Veterans Suicide at VA and Enhance Congressional Oversight", "2023-11-09", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Representatives Jason Crow (D-CO-06), Army veteran, and Jake Ellzey (R-TX-06), Navy veteran, reintroduced the Veterans' Sentinel Act, bipartisan legislation to respond to suicide by US veterans at Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) facilities by improving the accuracy of data collection and enhancing congressional oversight. These measures follows an investigation that found multiple mistakes in the VA's reporting of suicides on-campus.\n\nVeterans make up less than eight percent of the population, yet in 2022 represented a disproportionate 13.5% of all suicide deaths among adults in the US annually. While some of these deaths have occurred on VA property, the department was found to have inaccurately reported on-campus suicides. Today\u2019s legislation aims to provide a clear understanding of the number of veterans who have sought to take their own life towards improving care.\n\n\"After my military service, I came home to fight for veterans in our community. Too often, we\u2019ve seen how an overly bureaucratic VA system prevents our veterans and their families from receiving the quality care our nation promised. I won\u2019t stand by and allow the VA to fail our veterans in crisis,\u201d said Congressman Crow. \u201cI\u2019m glad to renew our bipartisan efforts to increase oversight and improve the VA's response to veterans' suicide. Any way we can protect their lives, we must.\u201d\n\n\"Since the first day I took the oath of office, I have put veterans as a top priority of my legislative agenda. Twenty-two veterans die from suicide every day, and this is unacceptable,\" said Congressman Ellzey. \"The Veterans' Sentinel Act would create a two-year pilot program in coordination with the VA's Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention to help combat this and save the lives of our veterans. It is only fitting that we as Americans take care of those who have taken care of us, and I am proud to work with my friend Representative Crow on this endeavor.\"\n\nThe bill is endorsed by VoteVets, Concerned Veterans for America, The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S., Union Veterans Council, and Disabled American Veterans.\n\n\"The Veterans of Foreign Wars endorses the Veterans\u2019 Sentinel Act, which paves the way for crucial guidance aimed at enhancing the Department of Veterans Affairs' efforts to combat suicide. By prioritizing comprehensive data-driven solutions, we are taking a significant stride toward safeguarding the well-being of our revered veterans,\" said Steve Kjonaas, Legislative Director, Colorado Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S.\n\nThe Veterans' Sentinel Act will:\n\nCreate a two-year pilot program working group within the VA's Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention (OMHSP) specifically focused on veteran on-campus suicide and attempted suicides;\n\nComprised of representatives from relevant VA offices to improve coordination\n\nDirected to use proven analytic methodology and tools to determine incident root causes\n\nEmpowered to improve data collection and management processes to minimize accounting gaps\n\nRequire the VA Secretary to submit to Congress an annual report detailing on-campus veteran suicides and suicide attempts, to include trend analysis and recommendations for improving prevention efforts; and\n\nDirect the Comptroller General to conduct a review of the OMHSP and submit to Congress a report detailing the office's actions to prevent veteran suicide, identify challenges, and provide recommendations for improvement.\n\nCongressman Crow continues to serve as a strong advocate for veterans, servicemembers, and their families in Colorado and across the country. Crow has fought to ensure servicemembers are stationed near their dependent children, worked on a bipartisan basis to create the easy to remember 9-8-8 Veterans Crisis Line, and helped pass into law the PACT Act \u2013 the largest expansion of veterans health benefits in US history.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-introduces-bipartisan-microtia-and-atresia-awareness-day-resolution", "Rep. Neguse Introduces Bipartisan Microtia and Atresia Awareness Day Resolution in Honor of Constituent Ally Tumblin", "2023-11-09", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Joe Neguse and Representative Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) introduced a bipartisan resolution calling for November 9th to be recognized as National Microtia and Atresia Awareness Day. Rep. Neguse and Rep. Fitzpatrick are also the sponsors of the bill Ally\u2019s Act, named after Rep. Neguse\u2019s former constituent Ally Tumblin, which would require insurance companies to cover specialized hearing devices used by people born with microtia and aural atresia, such as bone-anchored hearing aids (BAHAs) and osseointegrated devices (OIDs).\n\nDuring his first term in Congress, Congressman Neguse received a letter from Ally detailing her circumstances; after hearing about her situation Rep. Neguse introduced Ally\u2019s Act. He reintroduced the bill earlier this year with bipartisan support.\n\n\u201cOne of the very first bills I ever introduced in Congress was named in honor of a local third grader born with microtia and aural atresia. For Ally and countless Americans across the nation, specialized hearing devices are critical for communicating.\u201d said Congressman Neguse. \u201cOn November 9th, National Microtia and Atresia Awareness Day, we recommit ourselves to ensuring support for Americans impacted by these health conditions and expanding coverage for osseointegrated hearing devices (\u201cOIDs\u201d), including bone anchored hearing aids (\u201cBAHA\u201d) and cochlear implants.\u201d\n\n\"Millions of Americans face hearing loss every year,\" said Congressman Fitzpatrick. \"I'm proud to join Congressman Neguse on this bipartisan resolution to designate November 9th as Microtia and Atresia Awareness Day to recognize the challenges that those with hearing loss deal with everyday.\"\n\nRead the text of the resolution HERE.\n\n\u201cIt is important to have national awareness days that raise awareness, encourage research and promote education about unique and rare congenital anomalies like Microtia and Aural Atresia (when a child is born with missing or underdeveloped ears and no ear canals, resulting in hearing loss),\u201d said Melissa and Ally Tumblin, Founders of the Ear Community Organization. \u201cWe welcome National Microtia and Atresia Awareness Day - as a day to shine a light on this rare cause, but also a day to share options and resources that can improve the quality of life for the children and adults born with Microtia and Aural Atresia. This awareness day is also meant to help the children and adults born with Microtia and Atresia know they are beautiful and never alone. Along with families, medical professionals, educators, therapists and advocates we look forward to embracing National Microtia and Atresia Awareness Day every November 9th!\u201d\n\nThis resolution is endorsed by Ear Community; Academy of Doctors of Audiology; Acoustic Neuroma Association; AG Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing; American Academy of Audiology; American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery; American Cochlear Implant Alliance; American Tinnitus Association; AudiologyOnline; Broomfield City Council Member Kimberly Groom; California Academy of Audiology; California Ear Institute; Cedars-Sinai Medical Center; Children\u2019s Hospital of The King\u2019s Daughters; Children's Minnesota Ear Shape Clinic; Children's Hospital of Philadelphia; Cochlear Americas; Columbia University Medical Center Departments of Audiology and Otolaryngology; Custom DME, LLC; Dallas Ear Institute Departments of Audiology and Otolaryngology; Educational Audiology Association; FACES - The National Craniofacial Association; Hear Aid Foundation; Hearing Health Foundation; Hearing Industries Association; Hearing Loss Association of America; Hear Strong; Johns Hopkins Department of Plastic Surgery and Reconstruction; John Tracy Center; Let Them Hear Foundation; Lewin Ear Reconstruction; Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford; Maryland Academy of Audiology; Mass Eye and Ear; MED-EL; Medical Art Prosthetics, LLC; Microtia Congenital Deformity Institute; Nationwide Children's Hospital Ohio; New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai; Oticon Medical; Personalized Prosthetics; Proliance Surgeons; Properly Made Masks; Rainbow Babies Hospital Ohio; ReconstratA; Dr. Russell H. Griffiths Ear Reconstruction; Seattle Children's Hospital; Seidman Laboratory; University of Southern California School of Medicine \u2013 Otolaryngology; South Carolina Academy of Audiology; SpeechPathology.com; Stanford Children's Health; Suh Hermsen Strap, LLC; Texas Children's Hospital; USC Keck School of Medicine/Cochlear Implant Center; and the University of Virginia Medical Center.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguses-bipartisan-drought-preparedness-act-passes-through-committee", "Rep. Neguse\u2019s Bipartisan Drought Preparedness Act Passes Through Committee with Unanimous Support", "2023-11-09", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Yesterday, Co-Chairs of the Bipartisan Colorado River Caucus, Representatives Joe Neguse (D-CO) and Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ), passed their bill to address water scarcity and improve drought preparedness through the House Committee on Natural Resources. The Drought Preparedness Act, which now heads to the House Floor for consideration, reauthorizes the Reclamation States Emergency Drought Relief Act through 2028, allowing the Bureau of Reclamation to continue to minimize drought damages and losses and improve water availability for those harmed by drought.\n\n\u201cI am excited to see the Natural Resources Committee take action to address the historic drought crisis and send my bill, the Drought Preparedness Act, to the House Floor for consideration. We must continue to ensure that key drought relief initiatives have the support needed to tackle this issue head on, and I will keep pushing to get this bill across the finish line,\u201d said Congressman Neguse.\n\n\u201cThis bipartisan legislation will ensure our communities have continued access to programs that help us safeguard our water future. As Arizona faces a historic drought, water management programs and projects to minimize water losses are more important than ever. I am glad to see our bipartisan legislation head to the House floor and getting one step closer to becoming law,\u201d said Congressman Ciscomani.\n\nIn October, Representatives Neguse and Ciscomani introduced the Drought Preparedness Act as part of a bipartisan legislative package to improve water resilience in the West. The bills included in the package would extend the authorization of emergency drought relief programs and increase water measurement and monitoring technologies.\n\nBackground\n\nCongressman Joe Neguse, whose district includes the headwaters of the Colorado River, has been working to address water-related issues, enacting significant bills that invest in drought resilience and water management. In July of last year, he was able to secure passage of his monumental legislative package, the Wildfire Response and Drought Resiliency Act, through the House of Representatives. Additionally, as co-founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Colorado River Caucus, Rep. Neguse formed a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers each representing a state along the Colorado River Basin. The lawmakers are working to build consensus on critical issues plaguing the river and support the work of the Colorado River Basin states on how best to address the worsening levels of drought in the Colorado River Basin.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crow-wilson-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-expand-education-benefits-for-us-service-families", "Reps. Crow, Wilson Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Education Benefits for US Service Families", "2023-11-08", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Representatives Jason Crow (D-CO-06) and Joe Wilson (R-SC-02), Army veterans, introduced the Veterans Earned Education Act, bipartisan legislation that would expand educational opportunities for the dependents and spouses of servicemembers without imposing additional service obligations.\n\n\u201cServicemembers earned GI benefits as well as the right to share those benefits with their dependents. Right now medically retired veterans are not able to share GI bill benefits with their dependents and spouses. This bill would fix that,\u201d said Congressman Crow. \u201cI\u2019m glad to introduce this legislation with Rep. Wilson to expand education access for the military families who shoulder the sacrifice.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a 31-year veteran and the father of four sons who have served overseas, I understand the need to provide educational assistance opportunities to veterans and their eligible family members. However, currently, those benefits have limitations, which is why I am grateful to co-lead the bipartisan Veterans Earned Education Act with Rep. Jason Crow. This bill would expand the number of those individuals eligible to transfer Post-9/11 educational assistance to their dependents without an additional service obligation. The added ability to transfer earned benefits supports growth, retention, and financial stability,\u201d said Congressman Wilson.\n\nKey Provisions of the Veterans Earned Education Act:\n\nService Members with 17 or More Years of Service: The legislation would allow servicemembers with 17 or more years of service to transfer their education benefits to dependents or spouses without serving an additional four years and past retirement eligibility (20 years).\n\nMedically Retired Service Members: Currently, those who have been medically retired are not eligible to transfer education benefits to their dependents or spouses. This bill would permit medically retired servicemembers to transfer benefits to their dependents or spouses, ensuring they have the support they need and access to the benefits they could have had prior to their service-related injury.\n\nThis bill builds on Congressman Crow\u2019s longstanding efforts to protect the benefits of servicemembers, veterans, and their families in Colorado and across the country have earned. These include fighting to ensure servicemembers are stationed near their dependent children addressing higher education affordability for US service families, helping pass into law the PACT Act \u2013 the largest expansion of veterans health benefits in US history, and defending veterans benefits in the face of proposed cuts to critical federal programs.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-introduces-proposals-strengthen-protections-american-consumers-and", "Rep. Neguse Introduces Proposals to Strengthen Protections for American Consumers and Small Business", "2023-11-08", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 This week, Congressman Joe Neguse, a Member of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust, submitted several amendments to better protect consumers and small business to the Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriation Bills for Financial Services and General Government (FSGG) and Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies (CJS). Of the proposals submitted, two protect implementation of the new merger filing guidelines, which helps support antitrust enforcement and ensure corporate parties are providing all the necessary information to agencies reviewing their mergers. Other measures highlight the funding level requested for the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the agency responsible for promoting consumer protection, as well as the Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice.\n\nLast year, the Congress enacted the Merger Filing Fee Modernization Act, Rep. Neguse\u2019s legislation to ensure antitrust authorities have the necessary resources to protect consumers, into law as part of the year-end Omnibus Funding Bill. His proposal updates merger filing fees for the first time since 2001, lowering the burden on small and medium-sized businesses, and raising enough revenue so that taxpayer dollars aren\u2019t required to fund necessary increases to agency enforcement budgets.\n\n\u201cAs House Republicans threaten to cut funding for agencies and programs that ensure the wealthy and well connected are paying their fair share, I am fighting back against these harmful proposals by introducing amendments to protect the wellbeing of Colorado consumers and small business owners,\u201d said Congressman Neguse.\n\nTo better protect consumers and small business, Congressman Neguse submitted the following amendments:\n\nTo strike provisions from the Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act that prevent the implementation of the new merger filing guidelines.\n\nTo strike provisions from the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act that prevent the implementation of the new merger filing guidelines.\n\nTo highlight the funding level requested in the President's Budget Request for the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for antitrust enforcement.\n\nTo highlight the funding level requested in the President's Budget Request for the Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice (Antitrust Division).\n\nThrough his role on the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust, Congressman Neguse has played a leading role in advocating for proper antitrust enforcement. Neguse has successfully introduced and enacted several bills to better protect consumers and small businesses; this includes measures to update merger filing fees, protect antitrust whistleblowers, reauthorize a critical antitrust enforcement program, and provide relief to local entrepreneurs.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=448", "Rep. Pettersen Leads Members in Calling for Full Funding to Counter Fentanyl in Government Funding Package", "2023-11-08", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) led a group of her Democratic colleagues in calling on House and Appropriations Committee leadership to prioritize President Biden\u2019s requested funding to address the opioid crisis, especially the influx of fentanyl, in any government funding package that is brought to the floor. Pettersen was joined in sending the letter by Representatives David Trone (MD-06), Annie Kuster (NH-02), Yadira Caraveo (CO-08), Angie Craig (MN-02), Jasmine Crockett (TX-30), Seth Magaziner (RI-02), and Scott Peters (CA-50).\n\nThe United States is currently in the third wave of the opioid overdose epidemic, defined by the rise in synthetic opioids like fentanyl, which is up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine. With more than 83,000 Americans dying from opioid overdoses last year, President Biden\u2019s supplemental funding requests aim to address this devastating trend by cracking down on drug trafficking and disrupting the flow of fentanyl into the United States, as well as increasing access to substance use disorder treatment and expanding recovery support services to those who need help.\n\n\u201cAn American loses their life from drug overdose every five minutes \u2013 a senseless tragedy,\u201d the members wrote. \u201cThis epidemic is dire but preventable. Congress must unify and fund these essential services to reverse and counteract fentanyl overdoses and crime. This funding would build healthier, safer, and more resilient communities.\u201d\n\nThe full text of the letter can be found here.Inspired by her own mother\u2019s struggle with a substance use disorder, Pettersen has been leading the fight against the opioid epidemic for a decade in the Colorado state legislature and now in Congress. Since January, she has introduced measures to combat this public health crisis and address everything from the import of synthetic opioids like fentanyl, the financing of drug cartels, expanding access to treatment, and preventing overdose deaths by ensuring airplanes, law enforcement, and hospitals are able to distribute naloxone when necessary.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-resolution-censuring-rep-tlaib", "DeGette statement on resolution censuring Rep. Tlaib", "2023-11-07", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Diana DeGette", "D000197", "degette.house.gov", "degette", "https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement:\n\n\u201cI disagree with Rep. Tlaib's recent comments, but I could not support the resolution to censure her offered by Rep. McCormick and Rep. Greene. The First Amendment, which is the foundation of our democracy, protects every American\u2019s right to free speech. So even though her statements are wrong and offensive, Rep. Tlaib should not be punished for expressing her views.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/bipartisan-wildfire-caucus-co-chairs-neguse-and-curtis-unveil-wildfire", "Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus Co-Chairs Neguse and Curtis Unveil Wildfire Resource Guide for 118th Congress", "2023-11-07", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman Neguse also shared a resource guide with specifics for the state of Colorado, viewable here.\n\nWashington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Co-Chairs of the Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus, Representatives Joe Neguse (D-CO) and John Curtis (R-UT) unveiled their Wildfire Resource Guide for the 118th Congress. The Caucus collaborated with a number of stakeholders and local leaders to develop a guide with useful information about how communities can better prepare for and recover from wildfires.\n\nView the 2024 Wildfire Resource Guide HERE.\n\n\u201cWe are no strangers to wildfires. In recent years, however, our fire seasons have grown longer, and fires are burning larger areas with more intensity. We created the Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus to ensure that we are working collaboratively on solutions to these challenges. In the event that your home, family, or community are threatened by wildfire, we want to ensure that you have the resources you need. We developed this guide to provide you with useful information about how to prepare for and recover from wildfires,\u201d reads an opening letter from the Co-Chairs.\n\nThe lawmakers continued: \u201cMoreover, our offices, and those of our fellow Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus members, are here to help. If you lose important federal documents, such as Social Security cards or passports, your Representative can help you. If you need information about evacuations or resources, they can help with that, too. If you have questions about how to make a plan to evacuate, how to access your mail, or how to vote, just call. If your Representative and their staff are not able to assist you directly, they will get you in contact with the people who can. Thank you once again to all the first responders and volunteers at the front lines of these fires for working day and night to keep everyone safe. We will get through this together.\u201d\n\nAfter record-breaking wildfires devastated communities across the western United States, Congressmen Neguse and Curtis created the Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus to elevate awareness and bipartisan consensus around wildfire management, mitigation, preparedness, and recovery.\n\nCongressman Neguse, who represents an area of Colorado that has been hit with three of the worst wildfires in state history\u2014the Cameron Peak, East Troublesome, and Marshall Fires\u2014is also sharing a resource guide with state specific information.\n\nView the 2024 Colorado Wildfire Resource Guide HERE.\n\nBackground\n\nIn recent years, Congressman Neguse, who also serves as Ranking Member of the House Subcommittee on Federal Lands, has emerged as a national leader amongst his colleagues on wildfire prevention, mitigation, and suppression. As his first action of the 118th Congress, Rep. Neguse introduced a series of bills to significantly increase investments to tackle wildfires and fund resiliency and mitigation projects for communities impacted by the recent rise in Western wildfires. The package consists of the Wildfire Recovery Act, Wildfire Smoke Relief Act, and the Western Wildfire Support Act.\n\nFollowing Colorado\u2019s record-setting wildfires seasons in 2020 and 2021, Rep. Neguse worked tirelessly to bring federal resources home to recovering communities and advocated for increased assistance for wildland firefighters, wildfire prevention, and forest management. In July of last year, he successfully secured the passage of his Wildfire Response and Drought Resiliency Act through the full House of Representatives.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-rep-neguse-bill-honoring-womens-suffrage-movement-national-mall", "House Passes Rep. Neguse Bill Honoring Women\u2019s Suffrage with Movement on National Mall", "2023-11-07", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Congressman Joe Neguse applauded the U.S. House\u2019s passage of the Women\u2019s Suffrage National Monument Location Act, a bill he introduced to ensure that Washington, D.C\u2019s first outdoor monument honoring the women\u2019s suffrage movement is granted a location on the National Mall. This legislation follows a successful effort Congressman Neguse led in 2020 to enact legislation that authorized the construction of the Women\u2019s Suffrage National Monument on federal lands.\n\n\u201cI am proud to see our bipartisan, bicameral bill to honor the women\u2019s suffrage movement through a monument on the National Mall pass the House of Representatives. This effort has been locally-led from the start and is a prime example of what we can accomplish by working together. It is my hope that this monument provides my young daughter and many generations to come to see themselves reflected in American history,\u201d said Congressman Neguse.\n\nH.R. 1318 is co-led by Representative Debbie Lesko (R-AZ) in the House of Representatives and is supported by Senators Baldwin, Blackburn, and Bennet in the U.S. Senate. Specifically, the bill authorizes a monument to commemorate and honor the women\u2019s suffrage movement and the passage of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution to be placed on the National Mall.\n\nBackground\n\nIn 2019, after constituents in Loveland, Colorado proposed the idea of installing the first outdoor women\u2019s suffrage monument in Washington D.C., Congressman Neguse introduced H.R. 473. The bill authorized the Every Word We Utter Board, to select the design of and install the historic monument. Its title comes from a letter Elizabeth Cady Stanton wrote to Lucretia Mott in which she said of the power of words and deeds: \u201cEvery word we utter, every act we perform, waft unto innumerable circles beyond.\u201d H.R. 473 was signed into law in December 2020.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-issues-statement-israel-security-supplemental-appropriations-act", "Rep. Neguse Issues Statement on Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024", "2023-11-07", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Joe Neguse issued the following statement regarding his vote on November 2nd on the House Republicans\u2019 Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2024:\n\n\u201cRather than moving forward on a bipartisan aid package that strengthens American national security interests, House Republicans inserted partisan poison pills to a proposal meant to deliver aid to our allies. At a moment when standing together has never been more important, the bill chose division: it put the interests of the wealthy and well-connected ahead of everyday Americans, rescinding IRS funding and increasing the deficit, and it denied humanitarian assistance to vulnerable populations around the world, including Palestinian civilians.\u201d\n\nOn October 7th, Rep. Neguse issued a statement condemning the horrific assault against Israel by Hamas terrorists. On October 20th, Congressman Neguse joined a letter, led by House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler, to President Biden noting the administration\u2019s \u201cclear statements regarding the fundamental importance of ensuring that the humanitarian needs of the civilian population of Gaza are met, and that all possible steps are being taken to ensure the safety of civilians and noncombatants in the Strip.\u201d The letter stated further, \u201cwe support the efforts that Secretary Blinken and your entire administration are making to ensure that the basic necessities of life for Gaza\u2019s civilians are available, such as food, water, and medicine. In addition, we must enable those civilians and noncombatants who want to seek refuge temporarily in safe zones in southern Gaza to be given safe passage, and to ensure that they have the ability to return to their communities in Gaza when the war is over.\u201d\n\nCongressman Neguse supports the Biden administration\u2019s efforts to secure delivery of humanitarian aid to the civilian population of Gaza, including humanitarian pauses to enable the delivery of humanitarian assistance, the release of all hostages, and the safe passage of Americans and foreign nationals. The Office of Congressman Joe Neguse is also continuing to work to assist constituents currently in Israel. Staff encourages individuals to continue to reach out if they are in need of assistance. U.S. citizens seeking to be in touch with the U.S. Embassy in Israel, or looking for assistance, should also complete the Department of State\u2019s Crisis Intake Form, here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=445", "Rep. Pettersen, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Defend Our Networks Act", "2023-11-07", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) introduced the Defend Our Networks Act alongside Representatives Ashley Hinson (R-IA), Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA), Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), and John Moolenaar (R-MI). It is estimated that there are 24,000 pieces of Chinese-made communications equipment embedded in U.S. networks. Discarding this compromised equipment is critical to protecting Americans' privacy, as well as our national security. The Defend Our Networks Act uses unobligated COVID-19 funds to replace Chinese-made telecommunications products with secure equipment to ensure Americans have reliable and private connectivity. \"Chinese-supplied equipment can pose security risks to our nation\u2019s communications infrastructure. The FCC has now banned the purchase of this equipment, which is why we must invest to replace the older equipment still being used,\u201d said Pettersen. \u201cI\u2019m joining my colleagues in introducing this bipartisan bill to protect rural wireless networks and defend our country against national security threats.\u201d\n\n\u201cChinese technology is embedded in communications networks across the United States, giving the Chinese Communist Party backdoor access to Americans\u2019 personal information and sensitive data. If communication flows through Huawei or ZTE equipment, it should be treated as if it is being downloaded back to a server in Beijing with a full access pass for the CCP regime. The Defend Our Networks Act will ensure compromised Chinese telecom equipment is replaced with secure systems so that Americans, especially those in rural areas, have secure, reliable, and private connectivity,\u201d said Hinson.\n\n\u201cThe COVID-19 pandemic is over, but the threats posed by Chinese telecommunications companies like Huawei and ZTE are not. There are thousands of pieces of risky Chinese telecommunications equipment in U.S. networks and it\u2019s imperative we act with a sense of urgency to remove them. The bipartisan Defend Our Networks Act is a common-sense way to protect Americans from national security risks in our telecom networks and ensure small telecom providers have the resources they need to replace this dangerous equipment,\u201d said Gallagher.\n\n\"This year, the Federal Communications Commission said they can only cover less than half of the costs to remove dangerous Chinese technology from American telecommunications networks. That is simply unacceptable. I am proud to co-lead the Defend Our Networks Act alongside a strong coalition of bipartisan partners. This bill would strengthen the FCC's ability to safeguard our technology, ensuring that Americans can be confident, knowing that none of our telecommunications systems are vulnerable to attacks because they contain Chinese software,\u201d said Houlahan.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m proud to my colleagues in introducing the bipartisan Defend Our Networks Act to safeguard our communications infrastructure from potential vulnerabilities to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Communications equipment produced by companies under the influence of the CCP pose a serious risk to our national security, and fully funding efforts to replace the vulnerable components with secure ones is a vital step forward in safeguarding our technological infrastructure,\u201d said Krishnamoorthi.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguses-proposal-provide-additional-2-million-support-forest-service", "Rep. Neguse\u2019s Proposal to Provide Additional $2 Million to Support Forest Service Staffing in Grand County Passes House", "2023-11-06", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Last week, the House of Representatives passed an amendment led by Congressman Joe Neguse to direct $2 million in additional funding to the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest in Colorado to support staffing needs at the Sulphur Ranger District. As part of the Fiscal Year 2024 Interior and Environment Appropriations Bill, this measure invests in the federal workforce responsible for tackling western wildfires, stewarding Colorado\u2019s public lands, and implementing critical climate readiness programs.\n\nThe Sulphur Ranger District consists of 442,000 acres of outdoor recreation spaces and treasured public lands within the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest. Rep. Neguse has been working to secure additional funding for the region in order to support fire rehabilitation efforts in the areas impacted by the Cameron Peak and East Troublesome fires. In March, he announced $39 million in funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) has been allocated to the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest for fire recovery.\n\n\u201cAs wildfires continue to threaten communities across the West, I am excited to announce that our proposal to increase federal funding for Forest Service staffing in Grand County has passed the House. These increased resources will better ensure folks on the Western Slope can access key services provided by the Sulphur Ranger District,\u201d said Congressman Neguse.\n\nAfter an uptick in wildfires across the state of Colorado, including the East Troublesome and Cameron Peak fires in 2020, Rep. Neguse has been a vocal advocate for increased funding for forest health and watershed management. Last month, he joined U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper in writing to the United States Department of Agriculture and U.S. Forest Service (USFS), urging the prioritization of BIL funds for Colorado\u2019s Western Slope, which serve as headwaters for rivers and streams extending beyond state boundaries.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=444", "Reps. Pettersen, Steel Introduce \u2018They\u2019re Fast, We\u2019re Furious\u2019 Bill to Curb Illegal Street Racing", "2023-11-06", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) and Michelle Steel (R-CA) introduced H.R. 6224, the They\u2019re Fast, We\u2019re Furious Act of 2023 to address reckless speeding and illegal street racing impacting communities across the country. This bipartisan bill would establish a Street Racing Prevention and Intervention Task Force under the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to coordinate local, state, and federal strategic responses to street racing and unlawful organized street shows. The task force would address the impacts of street racing and develop best practices to combat the problem, creating safer communities and potentially saving lives.\n\n\u201cI\u2019ve heard from constituents across Broomfield and Jefferson Counties who are concerned by the illegal street racing on the rise in our communities,\u201d said Pettersen. \u201cDuring a town hall earlier this year, I spoke with residents about the toll this reckless driving is taking on the well-being of our neighbors and kids, including the death of a college student in Westminster caused by a street racing incident. I took these concerns back to Washington and am now proud to be partnering with Congresswoman Steel to create a federal task force to reduce traffic fatalities and help keep our streets and neighborhoods a safe place for everyone.\u201d\n\n\u201cIllegal street racing, takeovers, and sideshows have become a serious safety concern for our local communities. These reckless activities harm innocent drivers, first responders, and local businesses the most and have become a major public safety issue. It is unfortunate to see this behavior grow across our country, and I am proud to introduce legislation with Rep. Pettersen that will strengthen law enforcement coordination and combat this dangerous trend,\u201d said Steel.\n\nClick here for the full text of the bill.\n\nRep. Pettersen introduced this bill following concerns from communities across her district, including those voiced at a town hall she hosted in Westminster in August. In 2021, a street racing incident in Westminster caused the death of a 21-year-old student at the University of Colorado Boulder. This incident rocked the community and is unfortunately a common occurrence in the United States, as speeding and street racing continue to rise in prevalence since the global pandemic. In 2020, speeding contributed to 287 fatalities in Colorado, 46% of all traffic fatalities in the state. In the same year, Colorado was tied for the highest percentage of traffic fatalities involving speeding in the country.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=442", "Reps. Pettersen, Molinaro Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Make it Easier to Access Narcan", "2023-11-03", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) and Marc Molinaro (R-NY) today introduced the Supporting Access to Vital and Affordable Care for Everyone (SAVE Act), a bipartisan bill that expands access to over-the-counter (OTC) naloxone, such as Narcan. Pettersen introduced this bill as opioid overdose deaths continue to rise across the United States, fueled by hyper-potent fentanyl. The bill is also led by Representatives Mike Carey (R-OH), Darin LaHood (R-IL), Chris Pappas (D-NH), and David Trone (D-MD).\n\nAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly half of all fatal overdoses had at least one opportunity for a bystander to intervene. Naloxone nasal spray, a life-saving medication, can be used by bystanders to rapidly reverse an opioid overdose. The first OTC naloxone nasal spray, Narcan, was recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), but it can be expensive and not as accessible to all.\n\nThe Supporting Access to Vital and Affordable Care for Everyone (SAVE Act) ensures OTC naloxone, such as Narcan, is affordable and accessible to everyone by allowing the purchase to qualify as a deductible medical expense on an individual\u2019s taxes.\n\n\u201cWithout overdose-reversal medications like naloxone or \u2018Narcan,\u2019 my mom wouldn\u2019t be alive today,\u201d said Pettersen. \u201cThese medications save lives and should be easy to access. I am happy to join my colleagues in introducing this bipartisan bill to lower financial barriers and ensure everyone who needs help has access to these life-saving medications.\u201d\n\nMolinaro said, \u201cNaloxone and Narcan can reverse an opioid overdose and is a crucial tool in helping save lives amid a local and national spike in opioid overdose deaths. Unfortunately for many, the medication isn\u2019t always affordable. A good Samaritan who purchases lifesaving naloxone should not have that expense weigh down on their family\u2019s budget. My bipartisan bill will make OTC naloxone, such as Narcan accessible to everyone, regardless of income.\u201d\n\nPresident of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, Dr. Ronald L. Harter said, \u201cNow that over-the-counter naloxone is available, we must make sure that it is accessible to everyone. The opioid epidemic has touched nearly everyone, but each of us can have a role in fighting it. Allowing the purchase of OTC naloxone to count towards the deduction of medical expenses is just good common sense and puts us one step closer to ensuring that every medicine cabinet in the U.S. includes OTC naloxone. The SAVE Act will incentivize more people to join the fight and be ready when they are called upon to save a life. We can\u2019t imagine not having smoke detectors in our homes, and we shouldn\u2019t think twice about having OTC naloxone in our homes, either. We can\u2019t thank Rep. Molinaro and Rep. Pettersen enough for their leadership in helping all Americans combat the opioid crisis.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-humanitarian-pause-0", "DeGette statement on humanitarian pause", "2023-11-02", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Diana DeGette", "D000197", "degette.house.gov", "degette", "https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement:\n\n\u201cIsrael has the right to defend its citizens from Hamas\u2019 terrorism. As it does so, it must make every effort to minimize harm to innocent civilians.\n\n\u201cIt is time for a humanitarian pause to allow safe and swift assistance including food, water, medicine, fuel, and electricity to civilians in Gaza.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-no-vote-israel-aid", "DeGette statement on no vote for Israel aid", "2023-11-02", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Diana DeGette", "D000197", "degette.house.gov", "degette", "https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement after voting no on a bill that would have provided aid to Israel:\n\n\u201cI support emergency aid to Israel. However, I cannot support this politicized Republican bill before us today.\n\n\u201cIgnoring the assistance needed by Ukraine and the humanitarian needs in Gaza \u2014 as this bill does \u2014 will not make them go away. And, while I was surprised to see these issues totally ignored by the majority, I was not at all surprised to see House Republicans use this bill as a vehicle to make it easier for the ultra-wealthy to avoid paying their fair share of taxes.\n\n\u201cThis bill is unacceptable to the House Democratic Caucus \u2013 and Democratic and Republican Leadership in the Senate. President Biden has already issued a veto threat.\n\n\u201cI look forward to voting for a comprehensive bill that meets the moment and addresses funding for Israel, Ukraine, Gaza and the U.S. border.\u201d\n\nPresident Biden has requested a $106 billion comprehensive package that addresses the international crises we face, which includes:\n\n$61.4 billion for Ukraine,\n\n$30 billion of which would go toward replenishing Defense Department stocks of weapons and equipment, and the continued delivery of arms to Ukraine;\n\n$14.3 billion for Israel;\n\n$13.6 billion for security and counter-drug trafficking measures along the U.S. southern border;\n\n$10 billion in humanitarian aid;\n\n$3.4 billion to bolster the U.S. submarine industrial base;\n\n$2 billion for security assistance in the Indo-Pacific; and\n\n$2 billion for the Treasury Department to provide an alternative to coercive financing for developing nations funded by China.\n\nIn contrast, today\u2019s Republican-led bill includes only:\n\n$14.3 billion in aid for Israel;\n\nOffset with a $14.3 billion cut to IRS funding.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=441", "Reps. Pettersen, Moore Introduce Legislation to Provide Regulatory Relief for the Outdoor Outfitting and Guiding Industry", "2023-11-02", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) and Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced the bipartisan Outdoor Recreational Outfitting and Guiding Act to provide regulatory relief to workers in the outdoor outfitting and guiding industry.\n\n\u201cOutfitters and river guides allow people from around the world to experience Colorado\u2019s stunning natural beauty,\u201d said Pettersen. \u201cIn parts of my district, the tourism industry is the backbone of the local economies. I want to make sure these businesses aren\u2019t unnecessarily burdened by work requirements. I\u2019m glad to join Congressman Blake Moore on this bipartisan bill that will help the outdoor tourism industry and keep guides and outfitters employed.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-implores-fcc-reform-broadband-mapping-colorados-mountain", "Rep. Neguse Implores FCC to Reform Broadband Mapping for Colorado\u2019s Mountain Communities", "2023-11-01", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 On Monday, Congressman Joe Neguse penned a letter to U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel requesting the agency address deficiencies in the accuracy of current broadband coverage maps. Rep. Neguse\u2019s letter follows community conversations that highlighted the failure of current maps to consider the distinct challenges in providing high-speed broadband service to rural and mountain communities across Colorado. The FCC will use final maps to allocate Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) funding, made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, to locations in need.\n\nIn August, Rep. Neguse joined Senator Bennett and Governor Polis in announcing more than $826 million in BEAD funding has been allocated to help expand broadband internet for households across America.\n\nIn his letter Congressman Neguse noted, \u201cI represent Colorado\u2019s Second Congressional District in the United States Congress. Our district encompasses 11 counties across Northwestern Colorado, and includes some of the most visited National Forests in the country. As you can imagine, inadequate broadband connection in these areas of Colorado places a significant strain on my constituents and raises serious safety concerns for these communities and residents. While I appreciate that the FCC has worked to provide improved broadband access across the country \u2014 per the mandate of the Congress \u2014 as stated above, current mapping mechanisms of the Commission and the corresponding standards it utilizes appear grossly deficient [...] I respectfully request that the FCC address the specific deficiencies in the accuracy of the current broadband coverage maps detailed above, and to work with our office and local jurisdictions to accomplish the same.\u201d\n\nRead the full letter HERE and below.\n\n\u201cWe would like to thank Representative Neguse for his support in addressing the concerns we have with the FCC map. The lack of broadband and reliable cell service in our small community presents significant safety risks for our residents. The current FCC map does not accurately reflect the real conditions we experience every day. The Town of Blue River deserves to be served for the safety of our community and the comfort of our residents,\u201d said Mayor Toby Babich, Town of Blue River.\n\n\"Improving broadband connectivity is one of Eagle County's key objectives within our strategic priority to create a resilient economy. Connecting rural communities with reliable broadband is essential to providing information and services to large portions of our population. The FCC can be an extremely helpful partner to Colorado's counties by providing accurate mapping that reflects the on-the-ground situation so resources can be properly deployed,\u201d said Matt Scherr, Eagle County Commissioner.\n\nRepresentative Neguse has been a vocal advocate for the need to increase investments in Colorado\u2019s broadband infrastructure, helping to connect communities in hard-to-reach places with affordable high-speed internet. Earlier this year, Congressman Joe Neguse reintroduced his bipartisan bill to expand broadband access to rural communities. The Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act would strengthen funding mechanisms for the Federal Communications Commission\u2019s (FCC) Universal Service Fund (USF), which promotes universal access to broadband and other telecommunications services.\n\nOctober 30, 2023\n\nThe Honorable Jessica Rosenworcel\n\nChairwoman\n\nU.S. Federal Communications Commission\n\n45 L Street NE\n\nWashington, DC 20554\n\nDear Chairwoman Rosenworcel,\n\nI write to request the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (\u201cFCC\u201d or \u201cthe Commission\u201d) immediately address deficiencies with respect to FCC mapping of available broadband service and the standards that determine a serviced area, both of which neglect to consider the distinct challenges in providing high-speed broadband service in mountain communities across Colorado.\n\nBy way of background, I represent Colorado\u2019s Second Congressional District in the United States Congress. Our district encompasses 11 counties across Northwestern Colorado, and includes some of the most visited National Forests in the country. As you can imagine, inadequate broadband connection in these areas of Colorado places a significant strain on my constituents and raises serious safety concerns for these communities and residents.\n\nWhile I appreciate that the FCC has worked to provide improved broadband access across the country \u2014 per the mandate of the Congress \u2014 as stated above, current mapping mechanisms of the Commission and the corresponding standards it utilizes appear grossly deficient. In short, under the existing FCC maps, many of the areas referenced above appear to have full mobile broadband coverage, which is not reflective of the reality on the ground. The resulting inaccuracies are major impediments to unserved and underserved communities seeking federal and state resources that are specifically designed to address broadband gaps such as these.\n\nSubstantial segments of public roads and highways\u2013many of which are the only access routes for local ski resort areas -\u2013 including in Eagle, Gilpin, and Summit Counties, and the Town of Blue River, for example -\u2013 lack any mobile broadband service, contrary to what is currently listed on the FCC\u2019s coverage map. These heavily visited communities in Colorado urgently require reliable mobile broadband to respond to emergencies. These areas, and other similarly situated mountain towns, regularly experience thousands of daily vehicle trips at elevations where severe winter storms can occur during nearly every month of the year, and the threat of wildfire looms whenever snow is not on the ground.\n\nIn sum, I respectfully request that the FCC address the specific deficiencies in the accuracy of the current broadband coverage maps detailed above, and to work with our office and local jurisdictions to accomplish the same. I appreciate your prompt attention to this important matter, and await your reply. I look forward to continuing to work with the Commission to address broadband availability for mountain communities in Colorado.\n\nSincerely,\n\nJoe Neguse\n\nMember of Congress\n\ncc: The Honorable Alan Davidson\n\nAssistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information National Telecommunications and Information Administration\n\nU.S. Department of Commerce\n\n1401 Constitution Avenue NW\n\nWashington, DC 20230\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=440", "Rep. Pettersen Announces Grant to Improve Road Safety in Pikes Peak Region", "2023-11-01", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "DENVER\u2014Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded the City of Woodland Park $220,000 in federal funding to develop a plan to improve roadway safety for the Pikes Peak Region. This funding will allow local officials to identify the most significant roadway safety concerns in Woodland Park and the surrounding area and then develop a strategy aimed at reducing and eliminating serious injury and fatal crashes.\n\n\u201cMore people are dying on our nation\u2019s roadways than ever before, and we must invest in safety improvements to prevent these senseless tragedies from occurring,\u201d said Pettersen. \u201cWhether people are driving, walking, or biking\u2014Coloradans should feel safe when traveling in their communities. Asking drivers to slow down isn\u2019t enough; the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law provides these specific funds to communities to build evidence-based safety features into our streets, sidewalks, and intersections, and I couldn\u2019t be happier to see this grant going to the Pikes Peak region.\u201d\n\n\u201cThrough a generous Safe Streets for All Department of Transportation Grant, the City of Woodland Park, in partnership with Pikes Peaks Area Council of Governments and 14 local jurisdictions, is excited to embark on the planning process of creating a Safety Action Plan to reduce or eliminate injury or death caused by unsafe road conditions. As the lead applicant, the City was awarded $220,000, as well as a $55,000 State of Colorado Department of Local Affairs match grant, to complete the Safety Plan project,\u201d said Kimberly Burleson, City of Woodland Park.\n\nAccording to the Colorado Department of Transportation, Colorado lost 754 lives to traffic fatalities in 2022 \u2014 the most roadway deaths the state has seen in the last 41 years. This is a 57% increase from just 10 years ago and includes a record number of pedestrians and motorcyclists. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) established the new Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) discretionary program, with $5 billion in appropriated funds over 5 years, 2022-2026. The SS4A program funds regional, local, and Tribal initiatives through grants to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries.\n\nThe City of Woodland Park, with the assistance of the Pikes Peak Council of Governments, identified the need for safety planning throughout the region and coordinated an outreach effort to discuss the potential of a regional plan. Ultimately, 14 jurisdictions came together to be part of the application, including the towns and cities of Alma, Calhan, Cripple Creek, Fairplay, Green Mountain Falls, Monument, Palmer Lake, Ramah, Victor, Woodland Park, Manitou Springs, and Fountain, and the counties of El Paso and Park", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-encourages-investments-tackle-rise-western-wildfires-restore-public", "Rep. Neguse Encourages Investments to Tackle the Rise of Western Wildfires & Restore Public Lands", "2023-10-31", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Joe Neguse submitted several amendments to increase support for the federal workforce responsible for tackling the western wildfires, restoring our lands and communities, and addressing climate change to the Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriation Bills up for consideration on the House Floor this week. The proposals highlight the importance of protecting investments requested by the Biden-Harris Administration to support the National Park Service (NPS) and the United States Forest Service (USFS) in the FY\u201924 Interior and Environment and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development spending bills.\n\n\u201cAs wildfires and other climate-induced disasters continue to impact Americans, it\u2019s imperative that we invest in the hard-working individuals tackling western wildfires and restoring our lands and communities. Instead of doing this, House Republicans' spending proposals slash support for national parks and cut funding for critical programs,\u201d said Congressman Neguse. \u201cThe amendments I have submitted to the appropriations bills on the House Floor this week push back against Republicans\u2019 cuts and highlight the need for continued support for these vital programs.\u201d\n\nTo tackle the western wildfires, restore our lands and communities, and address climate change, Congressman Neguse submitted the following amendments:\n\nTo highlight the funding level requested in the President's Budget Request for the National Park Service and the needed increase above House Republicans\u2019 FY24 proposal;\n\nTo highlight the funding level requested in the President's Budget Request for the National Forest System lands and address staff capacity issues;\n\nTo highlight the requested amount for the Department-Wide Wildland Fire Management Programs with the intent that the funding will be used to maintain the 2021 pay increase for Federal Wildland Firefighters;\n\nTo increase funding available for the Forest Service Youth Conservation Corps to $10 million;\n\nTo increase funding for the Department of the Interior and USFS Wildland Fire Management Accounts by $2 million each;\n\nAnd to provide increased funding to the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest in Colorado to support staffing needs at the Sulphur Ranger District.\n\nCongressman Neguse, Ranking Member of the House Subcommittee on Federal Lands and Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus, has emerged as a leader among his colleagues in the fight for increased federal support for wildfire mitigation and land resilience. In July of last year, Rep. Neguse was able to secure passage of his monumental legislative package, the Wildfire Response and Drought Resiliency Act, through the House of Representatives. Rep. Neguse is also leading the effort to increase federal firefighter pay and promote additional pay and benefit improvements. He is the sponsor of the bipartisan, bicameral Wildland Firefighter Paycheck Protection Act of 2023 and Tim\u2019s Act, a comprehensive firefighter pay and benefits legislation.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-introduces-additional-proposals-address-community-concerns", "Rep. Neguse Introduces Additional Proposals to Address Community Concerns Regarding Regional Airports", "2023-10-31", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Joe Neguse, a member of the Rules Committee, submitted several amendments focused on addressing community concerns regarding regional airports \u2014 specifically Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (RMMA) \u2014 to the Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriation Bills up for consideration in committee and on the House Floor this week. The proposals support funding in the Interior and Environment and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development spending bills to improve lead testing and air standard monitoring and support aviation noise abatement programs.\n\nCommunity members have raised serious concerns regarding the threat of lead and noise pollution from aircrafts for schools, neighborhoods, community centers, and households in neighboring areas.\n\n\u201cNot only have my constituents suffered relentless noise pollution at all hours of the day and night caused by the RMMA, but studies have shown that these communities are also being subjected to harmful lead pollution,\u201d said Congressman Neguse. \u201cAs my colleagues across the aisle continue to pursue anti-environment, pro-pollution proposals, we must push back\u2014encouraging investments that protect the health and safety of families living in hazardous conditions.\u201d\n\nTo address community concerns regarding regional airports, Congressman Neguse submitted the following amendments:\n\nTo increase the EPA State and Tribal Assistance Grants account by $3 million for lead testing in schools near the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport;\n\nTo increase the EPA State and Tribal Assistance Grants account by $2 million for air monitors near the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport;\n\nTo support funding for the EPA's Office of Noise Abatement and Control;\n\nTo clarify that none of the funds in the FY' 24 Appropriations Bill on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development may be used to require airports to continue selling leaded aviation fuel;\n\nTo clarify that no FAA funds authorized in the FY' 24 Appropriations Bill on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development may be used to impede aviation noise abatement programs as long as such programs comply with all relevant Federal law;\n\nAnd to clarify that no funds may be used to operate an FAA tower between the hours of 8 pm and 8 am at airports with over 200,000 operations and at least three runways in counties with at least 500,000 people until a noise abatement mitigation program is established.\n\nCongressman Neguse has been working with community leaders to advocate on behalf of communities in Colorado\u2019s 2nd District located near General Aviation Airports, like the RMMA. Rep. Neguse has repeatedly urged the RMMA and the FAA to address community concerns regarding the airport, including reducing noise pollution and increasing the use of unleaded fuel.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-introduces-appropriation-amendments-suspend-support-uinta-basin", "Rep. Neguse Introduces Appropriation Amendments to Suspend Support for Uinta Basin Railway Project", "2023-10-31", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Joe Neguse, a member of the House Rules Committee, submitted three amendments focused on suspending the construction of the Uinta Basin Railway Project to the Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriation Bills up for consideration in the committee this week. The proposals prohibit portions of the Interior and Environment and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development spending bills from funding the Uinta Basin Railway Project until a thorough supplemental review is conducted to fully evaluate the effects of the project on Colorado\u2019s local communities and environment. The proposed Railway would run along the headwaters of the Colorado River, putting already scarce Western water supplies at a greater risk.\n\nCongressman Neguse and Senator Michael Bennet (D-CO) have been working with local governments and environmental groups to highlight the potential impacts the Uinta Basin Railway Project and related expansion projects could have on Colorado\u2019s water, land, air, and climate.\n\n\u201cAs House Republicans charge forward on spending proposals that undermine key environmental protections for our waterways and watersheds, I am proposing amendments to halt the construction of the Uinta Basin Railway,\u201d said Congressman Neguse. \u201cA train derailment that spills oil into the headwaters of the Colorado River\u2019s headwaters would be disastrous to our state\u2019s water supplies, wildlife habitat, and public lands.\u201d\n\nTo suspend the construction of the Uinta Basin Railway Project, Congressman Neguse submitted the following amendments:\n\nTo prohibit funds from being used to issue a permit for the Wildcat Loadout Expansion Project.\n\nTo specify that none of the funds in the FY \u201824 Interior and Environment Appropriations bill may be used to issue rights-of-way or permits for the Uinta Basin Railway.\n\nTo specify that none of the funds in the FY \u201824 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill may be used to finance construction of the Uinta Basin Railway.\n\nIn September, Congressman Neguse and Senator Bennet called on the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to conduct a full environmental review of the proposed Wildcat Loadout expansion project to account for the project\u2019s potential impacts on Colorado\u2019s water, land, air, and climate. This move came shortly after a federal court overruled the Surface Transportation Board\u2019s (STB) approval of the railway, and ordered a new environmental review of the project proposal.\n\nBackground\n\nIn July 2022, Congressman Neguse and Senator Bennet called on the Biden Administration\u2019s Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) to undertake an additional comprehensive review to determine whether previous environmental and risk analyses fully considered the effects of the railway project on Colorado\u2019s communities, watersheds, and forests. In March 2023, Congressman Neguse and Senator Bennet called on U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack to suspend a decision on the Special Use Authorization for the project until a supplemental review was conducted in light of the derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. That same month, Congressman Neguse, Senator Bennet and Senator John Hickenlooper called on U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to consider not providing federal financial assistance to the project, and Bennet and Neguse urged U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Regional Administrator KC Becker to conduct a supplemental review of the project accounting for the risks to Colorado communities, water supplies, and environment, as well as its effects on climate change. In April, the lawmakers joined Colorado elected officials in opposing the proposed project during an event on the banks of the Colorado River in Glenwood Canyon.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=438", "Reps. Pettersen, Valadao Introduce Legislation to Enhance Online Dating Safety", "2023-10-31", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) and David G. Valadao (R-CA) today introduced the bipartisan Online Dating Safety Act. This bill would require dating apps and services to issue fraud ban notifications to users who have interacted with a person removed from the app. The Federal Trade Commission reported that romance scams resulted in victims losing $1.3 billion in 2022 alone.\n\n\u201cDating apps are still a new frontier for criminals and scammers looking to exploit vulnerable individuals online and regulations are lagging behind,\u201d said Pettersen. \u201cNotifying users if they have been in contact with a potential scammer is a basic security feature that every online dating service should provide. This bill is a great step towards reducing online crime and keeping Americans safe.\u201d\n\n\u201cWith more and more people using online dating services, there are a number of bad actors who use these platforms to commit fraud,\u201d said Valadao. \u201cIt is alarmingly easy for predators online to lie about their identity and manipulate innocent people. While we can\u2019t stop all criminals from abusing these platforms, the Online Dating Safety Act is an important step to enhance online safety, combat fraud, and help people make more informed decisions.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nOver 55 million Americans reported using an online dating service in 2022. As Americans continue to go online to find meaningful relationships, scammers are following suit. The Federal Trade Commission reported that romance scams resulted in victims losing $1.3 billion in 2022 alone. When an online dating service provider becomes aware of a user committing fraudulent activity, such as illegally obtaining money, the online dating service provider immediately deactivates the fraudulent user's account. However, individuals who meet online often take their conversations to other communication platforms, so even when a fraudulent account is removed, an individual might not know they are still communicating with someone who has been removed from the dating platform. The Online Dating Safety Act seeks to fill this communication gap by requiring these platforms to send a fraud ban notification to anyone who has communicated with someone with a fraudulent account.\n\nClick here for the full text of the bill.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crow-fitzpatrick-kim-and-schneider-introduce-bipartisan-resolution-to-support-national-veterans-small-business-week", "Reps. Crow, Fitzpatrick, Kim, and Schneider Introduce Bipartisan Resolution to Support National Veterans Small Business Week", "2023-10-30", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Representatives Jason Crow (D-CO-06), Army veteran, Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01), Young Kim (R-CA-40), and Brad Schneider (D-IL-10) introduced the bipartisan resolution, \"Supporting the goals and ideals of National Veterans Small Business Week.\" This resolution supports veterans and the Small Business Administration (SBA) programs that support those veterans who start and own small businesses. Programs include funding for veteran-owned small businesses, training for veteran entrepreneurship, and support for veteran contracting. The resolution honors the nearly 2 million veteran-owned small businesses that employ over 5 million individuals.\n\nThe 10th annual National Veterans Small Business Week will be celebrated October 30 through November 3, 2023, and will focus on different topics relating to veteran business ownership throughout the week \u2013 including transition assistance, entrepreneurial training, stakeholders and resources, access to capital, government contracting, and disaster assistance.\n\n\"Our district is home to over 35,000 veterans who drive our local economy in a strong small business state,\u201d said Congressman Crow. \"This Veterans Small Business Week, I\u2019m glad to continue our bipartisan work to empower veterans and their families with the resources needed to build thriving small businesses.\u201d\n\n\u201cMany veterans continue to contribute to our communities, using their leadership skills as small business owners,\u201d said Congressman Fitzpatrick. \u201cOur veterans had our backs as they fought for our freedom, and we must support them as they contribute to our local economies. I\u2019m proud to join a bipartisan group of colleagues in recognizing Veterans Small Business Week.\"\n\n\u201cVeteran entrepreneurs are heroes who not only served our country in uniform but also serve their communities, creating jobs and supporting our local economies,\u201d said Congresswoman Kim. \u201cWe must have the backs of the brave men and women in our military who had ours. I\u2019m proud to join in introducing this bipartisan resolution to honor National Veterans Small Business Week and show our appreciation for veteran-owned businesses. I\u2019ll keep fighting on the Financial Services Committee to reduce regulatory costs for small business owners and ensure all Americans have the resources they need to make their American dream a reality.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe contributions that veterans make to the strength and success of our nation extends beyond their service in our armed forces to the many valuable skills and entrepreneurial ideas they bring to the table,\u201d said Congressman Schneider. \u201cRecognizing and promoting veterans\u2019 success in entrepreneurship is key to helping our communities grow and flourish economically.\u201d\n\nReps. Crow, Fitzpatrick, Kim, and Schneider were joined in introducing the resolution by House Small Business Committee Ranking Member Nydia Vel\u00e1zquez (D-NY-07), and Reps. Ann McLane Kuster (D-NH-02), Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL-27), Madeleine Dean (D-PA-04), Susie Lee (D-NV-03), Dina Titus (D-NV-01), Juan Vargas (D-CA-52), Alex Mooney (R-WV-02), and Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06).\n\nA former Army Ranger serving combat tours in Afghanistan and Iraq, Congressman Crow has consistently fought to give Colorado\u2019s veterans a voice in Congress and help our nation fulfill its sacred promise to care for veterans and their families. These efforts include helping pass into law the PACT Act \u2013 the largest expansion of veterans health benefits in US history, protecting veterans benefits in the face of proposed cuts to critical federal programs, and successfully establishing the Global War on Terrorism Memorial on the National Mall alongside bipartisan veteran For Country Caucus members.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-successfully-pushes-va-cover-continuous-glucose-monitors", "DeGette successfully pushes VA to cover Continuous Glucose Monitors", "2023-10-30", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Diana DeGette", "D000197", "degette.house.gov", "degette", "https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), co-chair of the Congressional Diabetes Caucus, has successfully pushed the Department of Veterans Affairs to begin covering Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) for veterans who rely on insulin or have a problematic history of hypoglycemia.\n\n\u201cOur veterans deserve the best care available,\u201d said Rep. Diana DeGette. \u201cCGMs offer detailed data that can help patients and doctors better manage their care. This change will make a real difference in the lives of veterans across the nation and millions will benefit, including the almost 30,000 veterans who live in Denver. I commend VA Secretary Denis McDonough and the staff at the VA for being responsive to this request and moving quickly to implement this change.\u201d\n\nThis move comes after a recent change from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to begin covering the device for Medicare beneficiaries after noting the device\u2019s positive health benefits. When she learned of Medicare\u2019s policy change, Rep. DeGette, alongside Diabetes Caucus co-chair Rep. Gus Bilirakis of Florida, reached out to the VA in a letter sent this May.\n\nEarlier this month, the VA followed up with Rep. DeGette informing her that the change she sought would be made \u2013 allowing more veterans to access this technology and improve their health.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-honored-john-f-kennedy-new-frontier-award-servant-leadership", "Rep. Neguse Honored with John F. Kennedy \u201cNew Frontier Award\u201d for Servant Leadership", "2023-10-30", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Joe Neguse will receive the 2023 John F. Kennedy New Frontier Award from the JFK Presidential Library and Harvard Institute of Politics. Rep. Neguse was selected for modeling servant leadership through his work to restore hope in democratic institutions, successfully forging pragmatic, bipartisan legislative coalitions and implementing innovative service-centered, community initiatives. Prior award recipients include U.S. Senator Cory Booker and U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, among others. Jack Schlossberg, President Kennedy\u2019s grandson, will present this year\u2019s recipients with the award.\n\nThe award recognizes Rep. Neguse for his ability to effectively craft bipartisan legislative solutions, bridging the political divide to establish several bipartisan congressional caucuses. Rep. Neguse was also recognized for his efforts to foster stronger ethics and accessibility in government and promote stronger civic and community partnerships.\n\n\u201cIn the sixties, when President Kennedy spoke of the New Frontier, he noted that our nation was facing an inflection point \u2013 that we, in fact, were standing on the precipice of change, as he called on a new generation of Americans to serve our great country. I believe, at this moment in time, that the American people find themselves standing at a similar crossroads. A time at which it has never been more important to find ways to serve our communities, foster greater collaboration and dialogue with those with whom we may disagree, and find common ground,\u201d said Congressman Neguse. \u201cI believe a willingness to work with others in good faith will help us address the serious challenges our country faces, and am committed to doing exactly that. I am deeply humbled and incredibly honored to receive the New Frontier award, and remain dedicated to building a better, brighter future for generations to come.\u201d\n\nRead more about Congressman Neguse and the 2023 New Frontier Award HERE.\n\nThe John F. Kennedy New Frontier Awards were created by the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation and The Institute of Politics at Harvard University to honor Americans under the age of 40 who are changing their communities and the country with their commitment to public service.\n\nRepresentative Joe Neguse, the son of African immigrants, has served as the Congressman for Colorado's 2nd District in the U.S. House since he was first elected in 2018, becoming the first Black Member of Congress in Colorado history. He currently serves in House Democratic Leadership, as Chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee, as well as on the Judiciary, Rules, and Natural Resources Committees.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-announces-nearly-800000-bipartisan-infrastructure-law-funding", "Rep. Neguse Announces Nearly $800,000 in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding to Improve Roadway Safety", "2023-10-26", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Today, Congressman Joe Neguse announced $780,800 in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries in towns along Colorado\u2019s I-70 transportation corridor. The Department of Transportation awarded Eagle, Minturn, and Summit County with Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grants to assist in developing a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan.\n\nComprehensive Safety Action Plans work to significantly improve roadway safety, aiming to reduce and eliminate serious injury and fatal crashes. Action Plans utilize data analysis to characterize roadway safety problems and strengthen a community\u2019s approach through projects and strategies that address the most significant safety risks.\n\n\u201cI was proud to help lead the effort to enact the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law two years ago, and am excited that it continues to deliver for Coloradans in our communities and for Americans across the country. As mountain towns along Colorado\u2019s I-70 corridor face increased stressors on their roadways, this funding will work to improve safety and protect our communities\u2014reducing roadway injuries and fatal crashes,\u201d said Congressman Neguse.\n\n\u201cReceiving this Safe Streets grant is an amazing opportunity for a countywide partnership to strive for safer streets for everyone,\u201d said Summit County Commissioner Tamara Pogue. \u201cWe are looking forward to working with the Towns of Blue River, Breckenridge, Frisco, and Silverthorne to develop a comprehensive safety plan for multimodal transportation across the community \u2013 addressing the safety of pedestrians, cyclists, motorists, and our local bus drivers and riders.\u201d\n\n\u201cReceiving the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) grant is a beacon of hope as we set out on our inaugural Comprehensive Safety Action Plan for our vibrant community's diverse streets. Your investment guarantees a brighter, safer, and more connected future for our neighborhoods, enhancing our overall Quality of Life. We wholeheartedly thank you for your generosity and unwavering belief in our mountain community,\u201d said Larry Pardee, Eagle Town Manager.\n\n\u201cMinturn is greatly appreciative of this grant award. As a community with a state highway serving as the town\u2019s Main Street, we are hopeful that through the process of creating a Safety Action Plan we will be able to identify and mitigate the community\u2019s most significant vehicular, pedestrian, and multi-modal concerns. Special thanks to the Department of Transportation for supporting Minturn in this effort,\u201d said Earle Bidez, Mayor of Minturn.\n\nThe historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, enacted in November 2021, established the new Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) discretionary program, with $5 billion in appropriated funds over 5 years, 2022-2026.\n\nThe SS4A funding announced today, includes:\n\n$480,000 for Summit County Safe Streets Collaborative\n\n$220,800 for the Town of Eagle\u2019s Comprehensive Safety Action Plan\n\n$80,000 for the Town of Minturn\u2019s Safety Action Plan\n\nCongressman Joe Neguse has advocated for federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to be allocated to the state of Colorado. Last year, he joined Governor Polis and U.S. Senators Bennet and Hickenlooper in celebrating the groundbreaking of the Floyd Hill I-70 expansion project, funded by a $100,000,000 grant for the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-sens-bennet-and-hickenlooper-fight-expand-insurance-coverage", "Rep. Neguse, Sens. Bennet and Hickenlooper Fight to Expand Insurance Coverage for Families Impacted by the Marshall Fire", "2023-10-26", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Congressman Joe Neguse, Chair of the Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus, and U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper penned a letter to ten insurance companies representing Colorado\u2019s homeowners, urging them to extend Additional Living Expenses (ALE) coverage from 24 months to 36 months for survivors of the Marshall Fire. Their letter follows recent reports that fewer than two-hundred individuals impacted by the Marshall Fire have been able to return home.\n\nEarlier this year, Congressman Neguse and Senators Bennet and Hickenlooper were able to successfully get several homeowners\u2019 insurance companies to extend ALE coverage for Marshall Fire survivors for up to 24 months for policyholders who initially only had 12 months of coverage. That coverage is set to expire in late December of this year.\n\n\u201cAlmost two years later, reconstruction efforts are still underway. Many homes have only just finished their foundations and are still months away from completion. About 190 families have moved back into rebuilt homes. It\u2019s unlikely that the nearly 900 other homeowners will have finished by the time the ALE extension expires at the end of year - especially because these homeowners are competing for the same contractors, materials, permits and inspections,\u201d the letter stated.\n\nThe lawmakers continued: \u201cWe are not out of the woods yet. Our Colorado families still need assistance during the rebuilding process. I join our state and local officials in requesting that you extend ALE coverage from 24 months to 36 months for survivors of the Marshall Fire suffering a total loss of their owner-occupied home.\u201d\n\nThe Marshall Fire, which began on December 30, 2021, claimed over 1,000 homes, and caused an estimated $2 billion in total damages, making it the most devastating and costliest fire in Colorado history.\n\nIn the years since the Marshall Fire, Rep. Neguse has continued to be a leader in the fight against wildfires. He helped to secure over $11 billion in federal funds related to helping families and communities impacted by Marshall Fire. He introduced 3 bills to directly benefit Marshall Fire victims and led the House-passed Wildfire Response and Drought Resiliency Act, a monumental legislative package composed of over 50 stand-alone bills all focused on tackling wildfires, boosting firefighter pay, and funding resiliency and mitigation projects for communities impacted by recent climate-induced disasters. Most recently, Rep. Neguse successfully advocated that the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) update reverse mortgage foreclosure guidelines for victims of the Marshall Fire. The Congressman was made aware of this issue after hearing that a foreclosure notice was sent to an 80-year-old Superior resident who lost his home as a result of the Marshall Fire; since urging action the notice has been rescinded.\n\nRead the full letter HERE and below:\n\nOctober 25, 2023\n\nDear Insurance Provider,\n\nI am writing on behalf of the survivors of the Marshall Fire in Boulder County, Colorado, whose current extension of Additional Living Expenses (ALE) coverage expires at the end of December 2023.\n\nThe Marshall Fire was the most destructive fire in Colorado\u2019s history, devastating neighborhoods across Louisville, Superior, and unincorporated Boulder County. The fire claimed over 1,000 homes, caused an estimated $2 billion in total damages, and resulted in the tragic loss of life. However, our communities are resilient and chose to rebuild in the face of this catastrophic disaster.\n\nAlmost two years later, reconstruction efforts are still underway. Many homes have only just finished their foundations and are still months away from completion. About 190 families have moved back into rebuilt homes. It\u2019s unlikely that the nearly 900 other homeowners will have finished by the time the ALE extension expires at the end of year - especially because these homeowners are competing for the same contractors, materials, permits and inspections\n\nALE coverage provides financial support for individuals who cannot live in their homes due to catastrophic events such as natural disasters. For many, especially those who are under-insured, it\u2019s not feasible to pay rent in addition to mortgages. Last year, ten companies had policyholders with 12 months of ALE, and all ten companies agreed to extend ALE coverage up to 24 months for Marshall Fire survivors who experienced a total loss of their owner-occupied home. The impact of the 2023 extension cannot be overstated.\n\nWe are not out of the woods yet. Our Colorado families still need assistance during the rebuilding process. I join our state and local officials in requesting that you extend ALE coverage from 24 months to 36 months for survivors of the Marshall Fire suffering a total loss of their owner-occupied home.\n\nI greatly appreciate the attention with which you have assisted our communities in the wake of the Marshall Fire and request that you approach this impending crisis with the same level of urgency.\n\nSincerely,", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-election-speaker-johnson", "DeGette statement on the election of Speaker Johnson", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Diana DeGette", "D000197", "degette.house.gov", "degette", "https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement after House Republicans finally elected a Speaker of the House:\n\n\u201cInstead of embracing bipartisanship, House Republicans have elevated an extremist.\n\n\u201cMike Johnson helped lead the Big Lie which drove insurrectionists to attack our Capitol on January 6. That alone should be disqualifying. He has also repeatedly worked to end abortion rights, going as far as to declare that doctors should be imprisoned and given hard labor and saying specifically \u2018We will get the number of abortions to ZERO.\u2019\n\n\u201cThe bottom line is this: Speaker Johnson\u2019s record is fundamentally out of step with the American people. I hope he will put the good of all Americans over House Republicans\u2019 extreme agenda so we can address the urgent challenges facing our nation.\u201d\n\nToday\u2019s vote comes after 22 days of gridlock and dysfunction in the House Republican Conference.\n\nMike Johnson\u2019s extreme record includes:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=435", "Rep. Pettersen Statement on the Election of Speaker Mike Johnson", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) released the following statement after Mike Johnson was elected Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives:\n\n\u201cFor three weeks, House Republicans have wasted the American people\u2019s time and put politics ahead of the urgent needs of our country. Instead of working with Democrats to find a bipartisan path forward, they chose to cave to the far-right, fringe members holding their party hostage. Today they chose extremism and elected Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House.\n\n\u201cJohnson led the effort to overturn the results of the 2020 election and still will not acknowledge the legitimacy of Joe Biden as President. He wants a nationwide ban on abortion with no exceptions for rape, incest, or the health of the mother. He is strongly opposed to same-sex marriage, voted against interracial marriage, and introduced a federal \u2018Don\u2019t Say Gay\u2019 bill. He also pushed for drastic cuts to critical programs Coloradans rely on like Social Security, Medicaid, and Medicare. His views do not represent the majority of Americans, or even the majority of Republicans.\n\n\u201cWhile I am glad we can finally get back to work in the House, the last three weeks of chaos and the election of Mike Johnson have shown the American people the extreme path the Republican party is headed down. I sincerely hope this new Speaker and his party will reject the partisanship that forced the House to a standstill, and work with Democrats to lower costs for American families, support our allies abroad, and build a better future for our kids.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-urges-epa-to-protect-coloradans-groundwater-from-potential-contamination", "Congressman Crow Urges EPA to Protect Coloradans\u2019 Groundwater from Potential Contamination", "2023-10-24", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "AURORA \u2014 Today, Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), sent a letter urging the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to address serious concerns raised by Aurora residents and Colorado environmental advocates over the safety of the Lowry Landfill Superfund Site (LLSS) \u2013 one of the country's most contaminated toxic waste sites.\n\nCrow's letter responds to development plans, including a proposed oil and gas project, directly adjacent to the LLSS that could increase the risk of toxic waste leaking into the Denver Basin aquifer system. Further contamination from the site could threaten hundreds of thousands of residents\u2019 access to safe, clean drinking water.\n\n\"Coloradans should be able to trust that their drinking water is safe. That's why I'm pushing the EPA to review the Lowry Landfill Superfund Site and protect Coloradans\u2019 groundwater from any potential environmental contamination,\" said Congressman Crow.\n\nCongressman Crow has consistently worked to protect the health of Coloradans and address environmental hazards, including protecting water quality at Buckley Space Force Base, reducing harmful PFAS \"forever\" chemicals, and helping pass the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act into law\u2013 the largest investment in clean drinking water and wastewater infrastructure in US history.\n\nA PDF of the letter can be found here, with text appearing below:\n\nMichael S. Regan\n\nAdministrator\n\nEnvironmental Protection Agency\n\n1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW\n\nWashington, DC 20460\n\nDear Administrator Regan,\n\nNew concerns have arisen regarding the safety of the Lowry Landfill Superfund Site (LLSS) over the possibility that proposed oil and gas development in the Lowry Ranch Comprehensive Area Plan (CAP) might disrupt the site and infrastructure in the area. LLSS is located on 507 acres in my congressional district, just east of the City of Aurora. It was identified as one of the country\u2019s most contaminated toxic waste sites; and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) placed it on the agency\u2019s National Priorities List in 1984.\n\nAn estimated 138 million gallons of industrial waste was dumped at the site, and numerous toxic materials are present, including: asbestos, heavy metals, hazardous chemicals, volatile and semivolatile organic compounds, pesticides, polychlorinated biphenyls, and methane. The investigation, containment, and cleanup of LLSS has been underway for decades to protect the public from the toxic material that was dumped into over 70 unlined trenches and elsewhere at the site. Several remedies have been conducted with EPA oversight to contain the contamination including covering of the landfill; removal of some waste pits; installation of a surface water barrier; removal and treatment of landfill gas; and groundwater extraction and treatment systems.\n\nDespite these steps, the site lacks a protective under-lining, and extensive contamination still rests above the expansive Denver Basin Aquifer system, which \u2013 according to the U.S. Geological Survey \u2013 is \u201ca critical water resource for growing municipal, industrial, and domestic uses along the semiarid Front Range urban corridorof Colorado.\u201d Residents, community groups, and environmental organizations have raised serious concerns regarding the safety of the LLSS and the possibility that proposed gas and oil development in the Lowry Ranch Comprehensive Area Plan (CAP) has the potential to degrade the subsurface bedrock.\n\nLocal community members remain concerned over potentially hazardous exposure through water contamination and airborne particles. My office has further heard specific concerns regarding the inadequacy of the seismic buffer zone required to safeguard the LLSS and its plume, the safety of the Aurora Reservoir Dam and the reservoir itself, and the impact of the CAP on compliance with EPA environmental standards and exposure to hazardous pollutants.\n\nEPA is charged with protecting human health and the environment. The EPA must disclose to the public any information relevant to the future safety of the site that could lead to contamination of water sources or public exposure to toxic material, and the agency should not delay in meeting with the public regarding any safety concerns.\n\nI ask the EPA\u2019s response to the following questions:\n\nWhat steps is the EPA taking to engage more closely with the public and to ensure full transparency regarding the safety of the site?\n\nWhat steps is the EPA taking to investigate newly raised concerns related to the safety of the LLSS?\n\nHow is the EPA coordinating its efforts with the state, local officials and regulatory agencies, including the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE)?\n\nI request your urgent attention to this matter.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-joins-colorado-delegation-letter-urging-tsa-work-den-improve", "Rep. Neguse Joins Colorado Delegation in Letter Urging TSA to Work with DEN to Improve Security Wait Times", "2023-10-24", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Today, Congressman Joe Neguse joined U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper, and Representatives Diana DeGette, Ken Buck, Jason Crow, Brittany Pettersen, and Yadira Caraveo in a letter calling on the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to work with Denver International Airport to improve wait times for passengers.\n\n\u201cWe write to request that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) take all appropriate steps to fully deploy resources at Denver International Airport (DEN) in response to the unprecedented increase in travelers the airport has experienced this past year,\u201d the lawmakers wrote.\n\nDenver International Airport is the country\u2019s third busiest airport and passenger traffic is expected to grow to a record 78 million passengers this year. However, a lack of transparency into TSA\u2019s staffing formula has limited the airport\u2019s ability to respond to its increased volume of travelers.\n\n\u201cAt the moment, DEN does not have the necessary TSA roles to meet this demand, which has resulted in longer than expected wait times for security lines. In fact, TSA has allocated fewer roles for DEN than it did in 2019, when passenger volume was lower,\u201d continued the lawmakers. \u201cUnderstanding TSA's resource allocation would allow DEN to develop its own standards for passenger traffic forecasting and operations management, especially as the airport experiences seasonal, weekly, and daily fluctuations in visitors.\u201d\n\nThe text of the letter is available HERE and below.\n\nDear Administrator Pekoske:\n\nWe write to request that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) take all appropriate steps to fully deploy resources at Denver International Airport (DEN) in response to the unprecedented increase in travelers the airport has experienced this past year.\n\nDEN is the third busiest airport in the United States. It is the region\u2019s largest economic engine and generates over $36 billion annually.\n\nIn recent months, DEN\u2019s passenger traffic has grown at an extraordinary pace. In June alone, 6.7 million passengers traveled through DEN. The airport expects to welcome a record total 78 million passengers this year \u2013 five million more than originally expected.\n\nAt the moment, DEN does not have the necessary TSA roles to meet this demand, which has resulted in longer than expected wait times for security lines. In fact, TSA has allocated fewer roles for DEN than it did in 2019, when passenger volume was lower.\n\nTo that end, we urge you to provide DEN with transparency into TSA\u2019s resource allocation, and the model that underpins it. Understanding TSA's resource allocation would allow DEN to develop its own standards for passenger traffic forecasting and operations management, especially as the airport experiences seasonal, weekly, and daily fluctuations in visitors.\n\nWe are pleased to hear that a meeting is scheduled to discuss these issues. We hope that this will give TSA more insight into the extreme uptick in passenger traffic at DEN and provide meaningful steps to address it.\n\nWe are grateful for the successful partnership that DEN and TSA have built over the past several years, and we applaud TSA\u2019s efforts to help DEN to open its new state-of-the-art West passenger screening security checkpoint in February. We welcome the opportunity to continue working with TSA to better serve Coloradans and all visitors to our state.\n\nThank you for your attention to this important matter. We look forward to discussing this issue further with you and members of your team.\n\nSincerely,", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-colorado-delegation-urge-tsa-to-work-with-den-to-improve-security-wait-times", "Congressman Crow, Colorado Delegation Urge TSA to Work with DEN to Improve Security Wait Times", "2023-10-23", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "AURORA \u2014 Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06) joined Colorado US Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper, and Representatives Diana DeGette, Ken Buck, Joe Neguse, Brittany Pettersen, and Yadira Caraveo in calling on the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to improve wait times for passengers at Denver International Airport (DEN) \u2013 the country\u2019s third busiest airport and the region\u2019s largest economic driver.\n\nDEN passenger traffic continues to grow, with a record 78 million passengers expected this year. However, a lack of transparency into TSA\u2019s staffing formula has limited the airport\u2019s responsiveness to this increased volume of travelers. Colorado lawmakers are requesting clear steps from TSA to help meet the demand.\n\nIn the letter, the lawmakers wrote:\n\n\u201cWe write to request that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) take all appropriate steps to fully deploy resources at Denver International Airport (DEN) in response to the unprecedented increase in travelers the airport has experienced this past year.\u201d\n\n\u201cAt the moment, DEN does not have the necessary TSA roles to meet this demand, which has resulted in longer than expected wait times for security lines. In fact, TSA has allocated fewer roles for DEN than it did in 2019, when passenger volume was lower,\u201d continued the lawmakers. \u201cUnderstanding TSA's resource allocation would allow DEN to develop its own standards for passenger traffic forecasting and operations management, especially as the airport experiences seasonal, weekly, and daily fluctuations in visitors.\u201d\n\nCongressman Crow continues efforts to address Coloradans\u2019 airport issues and strengthen federal oversight over the aviation industry. This Congress, Crow advanced key provisions in the FY24 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act, requiring the agency\u2019s action on airport noise. After Crow\u2019s repeated urging, Centennial Airport recently announced changes to help protect the health and safety of flight path communities suffering from high-decibel aircraft noise above.\n\nA PDF of the letter can be found here, with text appearing below:\n\nOctober 23, 2023\n\nThe Honorable David P. Pekoske\n\nAdministrator\n\nTransportation Security Administration\n\n601 12th St S, Arlington, VA 20598\n\nDear Administrator Pekoske:\n\nWe write to request that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) take all appropriate steps to fully deploy resources at Denver International Airport (DEN) in response to the unprecedented increase in travelers the airport has experienced this past year.\n\nDEN is the third busiest airport in the United States. It is the region\u2019s largest economic engine and generates over $36 billion annually.\n\nIn recent months, DEN\u2019s passenger traffic has grown at an extraordinary pace. In June alone, 6.7 million passengers traveled through DEN. The airport expects to welcome a record total 78 million passengers this year \u2013 five million more than originally expected.\n\nAt the moment, DEN does not have the necessary TSA roles to meet this demand, which has resulted in longer than expected wait times for security lines. In fact, TSA has allocated fewer roles for DEN than it did in 2019, when passenger volume was lower.\n\nTo that end, we urge you to provide DEN with transparency into TSA\u2019s resource allocation, and the model that underpins it. Understanding TSA's resource allocation would allow DEN to develop its own standards for passenger traffic forecasting and operations management, especially as the airport experiences seasonal, weekly, and daily fluctuations in visitors.\n\nWe are pleased to hear that a meeting is scheduled to discuss these issues. We hope that this will give TSA more insight into the extreme uptick in passenger traffic at DEN and provide meaningful steps to address it.\n\nWe are grateful for the successful partnership that DEN and TSA have built over the past several years, and we applaud TSA\u2019s efforts to help DEN to open its new state-of-the-art West passenger screening security checkpoint in February. We welcome the opportunity to continue working with TSA to better serve Coloradans and all visitors to our state.\n\nThank you for your attention to this important matter. We look forward to discussing this issue further with you and members of your team.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-celebrates-announcement-awarding-colorado-regional-tech-hub", "Rep. Neguse Celebrates Announcement Awarding Colorado a Regional Tech Hub Designation", "2023-10-23", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Congressman Joe Neguse, Co-Chair of the Congressional Bipartisan Innovation and Entrepreneurship Caucus, issued the following statement after the announcement that Colorado has been designated a Regional Technology and Innovation Hub (Tech Hub) under the CHIPS and Science Act. The state\u2019s selection focuses on promoting the advancement of Colorado\u2019s quantum industry.\n\nIn August, Rep. Neguse joined Colorado\u2019s congressional delegation in a letter to the Department of Commerce highlighting the state\u2019s existing technology ecosystem and encouraging the agency to include Colorado in the Tech Hubs Program.\n\n\u201cThis designation marks an exciting step forward for Colorado\u2019s technology workforce, as well as the federal researchers \u2013like those in Colorado\u2019s 2nd District \u2013 exploring groundbreaking quantum science and technology. Colorado has uniquely positioned itself as a leader in technology and innovation, and I am thrilled to see the Biden-Harris Administration and the Department of Commerce respond to our calls earlier this summer to further invest in our state\u2019s innovation economy,\u201d said Congressman Neguse.\n\nLast Congress, Rep. Neguse played a key role in securing the swift enactment of the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) and Science Act, a bill to strengthen U.S. economic and national security, spark semiconductor innovation and manufacturing, remove roadblocks to attracting scientific investment across America, and boost resilience in U.S. supply chains. The Tech Hubs Program was enacted as part of the CHIPS and Science Act and was allocated $10 billion to be awarded to designees over the next five years.\n\nCongressman Neguse has long been an advocate of increased support for Colorado\u2019s federal labs and aerospace and technology industries. In September, Rep. Neguse announced $2 million in federal funding for the National Institute of Standards and Technology and the University of Colorado Boulder\u2019s Joint Institute for Laboratory Astrophysics (JILA). The tremendous investment went to helping make the research facility energy-efficient and able to support precisely controlled stable temperature environments necessary for quantum research.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=434", "Pettersen, Colorado Delegation Urge TSA to Work with DEN to Improve Security Wait Times", "2023-10-23", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "DENVER\u2014U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen joined Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper, and Representatives Diana DeGette, Ken Buck, Joe Neguse, Jason Crow, and Yadira Caraveo in calling on the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to work with Denver International Airport to improve wait times for passengers.\n\n\u201cWe write to request that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) take all appropriate steps to fully deploy resources at Denver International Airport (DEN) in response to the unprecedented increase in travelers the airport has experienced this past year,\u201d wrote the lawmakers.\n\nDenver International Airport is the country\u2019s third busiest airport and passenger traffic is expected to grow to a record 78 million passengers this year. However, a lack of transparency into TSA\u2019s staffing formula has limited the airport\u2019s ability to respond to its increased volume of travelers.\n\n\u201cAt the moment, DEN does not have the necessary TSA roles to meet this demand, which has resulted in longer than expected wait times for security lines. In fact, TSA has allocated fewer roles for DEN than it did in 2019, when passenger volume was lower,\u201d continued the lawmakers. \u201cUnderstanding TSA's resource allocation would allow DEN to develop its own standards for passenger traffic forecasting and operations management, especially as the airport experiences seasonal, weekly, and daily fluctuations in visitors.\u201d\n\nThe text of the letter is available HERE and below.\n\nDear Administrator Pekoske:\n\nWe write to request that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) take all appropriate steps to fully deploy resources at Denver International Airport (DEN) in response to the unprecedented increase in travelers the airport has experienced this past year.\n\nDEN is the third busiest airport in the United States. It is the region\u2019s largest economic engine and generates over $36 billion annually.\n\nIn recent months, DEN\u2019s passenger traffic has grown at an extraordinary pace. In June alone, 6.7 million passengers traveled through DEN. The airport expects to welcome a record total 78 million passengers this year \u2013 five million more than originally expected.\n\nAt the moment, DEN does not have the necessary TSA roles to meet this demand, which has resulted in longer than expected wait times for security lines. In fact, TSA has allocated fewer roles for DEN than it did in 2019, when passenger volume was lower.\n\nTo that end, we urge you to provide DEN with transparency into TSA\u2019s resource allocation, and the model that underpins it. Understanding TSA's resource allocation would allow DEN to develop its own standards for passenger traffic forecasting and operations management, especially as the airport experiences seasonal, weekly, and daily fluctuations in visitors.\n\nWe are pleased to hear that a meeting is scheduled to discuss these issues. We hope that this will give TSA more insight into the extreme uptick in passenger traffic at DEN and provide meaningful steps to address it.\n\nWe are grateful for the successful partnership that DEN and TSA have built over the past several years, and we applaud TSA\u2019s efforts to help DEN to open its new state-of-the-art West passenger screening security checkpoint in February. We welcome the opportunity to continue working with TSA to better serve Coloradans and all visitors to our state.\n\nThank you for your attention to this important matter. We look forward to discussing this issue further with you and members of your team.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-issues-statement-israel-hamas-war", "Rep. Neguse Issues Statement on Israel-Hamas War", "2023-10-20", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Congressman Joe Neguse joined a letter, led by House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler, to President Biden regarding actions taken by his administration following the horrific attack by Hamas in Israel on October 7th.\n\nIn the letter, the lawmakers noted the administration\u2019s \u201cclear statements regarding the fundamental importance of ensuring that the humanitarian needs of the civilian population of Gaza are met, and that all possible steps are being taken to ensure the safety of civilians and noncombatants in the Strip. Reportedly, more than 3,000 people have been killed and more than 9,700 wounded in Gaza, making it imperative that we act to prevent further loss of innocent lives. We agree with you that Israel\u2019s response must be in accordance with international law and our shared democratic values.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe support the efforts that Secretary Blinken and your entire administration are making to ensure that the basic necessities of life for Gaza\u2019s civilians are available, such as food, water, and medicine. In addition, we must enable those civilians and noncombatants who want to seek refuge temporarily in safe zones in southern Gaza to be given safe passage, and to ensure that they have the ability to return to their communities in Gaza when the war is over,\u201d the letter continued.\n\nThe lawmakers added: \u201cA commitment to Israel\u2019s security and right to respond to terror is not incompatible with a commitment to the humanitarian needs of the innocent people of Gaza . . . We further support the efforts that your administration is undertaking to prevent the conflict from escalating to other fronts in this war, including to Israel\u2019s north, as evidenced by the decision to deploy carrier strike groups to the Eastern Mediterranean. In particular, we urge your administration to work closely with Israel and regional partners to ensure stability on the West Bank and to prevent any escalation of violence in that region.\u201d\n\nThe full text of the letter is available HERE.\n\nThe Office of Congressman Joe Neguse is continuing to work to assist constituents currently in Israel. Staff encourages individuals to continue to reach out if they are in need of assistance. U.S. citizens seeking to be in touch with the U.S. Embassy in Israel, or looking for assistance, should also complete the Department of State\u2019s Crisis Intake Form, here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=432", "Rep. Pettersen Statement on the Speakerless House", "2023-10-20", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives went into recess without a Speaker:\n\n\u201cThe American people shouldn\u2019t have to pay the price for the Republican party\u2019s inability to govern. It\u2019s been two and a half weeks since the U.S. House of Representatives had a Speaker. Yet, we\u2019ve all been sent home.\n\n\u201cWe need a functional Congress. Our federal government and the services we all rely on are less than one month away from running out of money. People continue to struggle with rising costs as our economy recovers from a global pandemic. We have urgent international needs, like the conflicts in Israel, Gaza, and Ukraine, that we must address for the long-term security of the United States and the world.\n\n\u201cThere is too much at stake for us to allow the far-right extremists in Congress to hold the rest of us and our government hostage. Republicans have been unable to select a party leader for weeks and I am extremely disappointed that they continue to choose partisanship over coming together with Democrats to find a bipartisan path forward. The American people need leadership and bipartisanship from their government \u2013 not chaos and dysfunction.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-fights-to-lower-taxes-for-coloradans", "Congressman Crow Fights to Lower Taxes for Coloradans", "2023-10-19", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "AURORA \u2014 Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06) joined Colorado\u2019s congressional delegation in submitting a bipartisan public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), requesting the agency follow its thirty-year precedent and not tax Colorado Taxpayer\u2019s Bill of Rights (TABOR) refunds.\n\nIn August, the IRS issued a new policy proposal that could require Coloradans to pay taxes on future TABOR refunds. The IRS is accepting public feedback on the new guidance.\n\nCongressman Crow joined Colorado\u2019s Congressional members earlier this year in a similar effort and successfully exempted Coloradans from being taxed on TABOR refunds.\n\nIn the letter, the lawmakers wrote:\n\n\u201cTABOR has been part of Colorado\u2019s Constitution since 1992. It requires the State to return excess state revenues from sales tax that the State has not been authorized to retain. [...] Until the recent proposed guidance by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), TABOR refunds have never been considered federal taxable income, regardless of whether these sales tax refunds are issued through income tax returns, and that process should have no impact on the IRS\u2019s decision on how the proposed guidance will impact TABOR refund payments.\u201d\n\nCongressman Crow continues fighting to secure the livelihoods of hardworking Coloradans. Last Congress, Crow pushed the IRS to clear up backlogs and address long wait times for constituents who can\u2019t afford to wait for their tax refund. In 2022, Crow\u2019s office helped over 1,600 CO-06 families and recovered more than $2.6 million in money and benefits owed by the federal government.\n\nA PDF of the letter can be found here, with text appearing below:\n\nOctober 16, 2023\n\nThe undersigned Members of Congress from the state of Colorado submit the following comment regarding the Internal Revenue Service\u2019s proposed guidance in Notice 2023-56. We appreciate the opportunity to provide the below input given the potential impact of this guidance on Coloradans due to our state\u2019s unique and nuanced tax structure.\n\nTABOR has been part of Colorado\u2019s Constitution since 1992. It requires the State to return excess state revenues from sales tax that the State has not been authorized to retain. TABOR refund amounts are determined based on individuals\u2019 adjusted gross incomes, which are set to a six-tier calculation. This calculation is updated annually to appropriately reflect the state\u2019s population and income. Since the constitutional amendment was enacted, Colorado has issued TABOR refunds in 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2005, 2015, 2021, and 2022. Colorado is expected to issue an additional refund in 2023.\n\nTABOR payments derive from excess state revenue from sales tax payments. Until the recent proposed guidance by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), TABOR refunds have never been considered federal taxable income, regardless of whether these sales tax refunds are issued through income tax returns, and that process should have no effect on the IRS\u2019s decision on how the proposed guidance will impact TABOR refund payments.\n\nBased on the guidance under Notice 2023-56, the IRS derives the basis of taxation for State Tax Refunds, as referenced in Section 3.02, determined under Maines v. Commissioner, 144 T.C. 123, 132 (2015). The case in question determined the federal tax treatment of various state tax credits.\n\nHowever, the TABOR refunds paid by Colorado are not a comparable example under Maines. More specifically, the Colorado Constitution notes that these payments are specifically \u201crefunds\u201d due to excess sales tax revenue. Compared to the examples explained in the guidance and the basis for the decision set out in Maines, there is no clear indication as to why TABOR refunds should be considered includible in an individual\u2019s Federal gross income and, therefore, be subject to further taxation.\n\nFurthermore, the Department of the Treasury and the IRS have specifically requested comments on the \u201cFederal income tax treatment of payments that are characterized under State law as State sales tax refunds in light of the fact that it may not be practicable to determine the amountof State sales tax an individual paid during a particular taxable year.\u201d We appreciate your understanding and inquiry of the unique structure under the Colorado Constitution, given the fact that the issuance of these refunds is a complicated and nuanced process. However, as noted above, the Colorado Constitution notes that these refunds are due to excess sales tax refunds, Maines does not apply to TABOR refunds, and therefore TABOR refunds are not subject to federal income taxation.\n\nThe proposed guidance notes that \u201cState payments that are properly treated as State tax refunds generally are not includible in the recipient\u2019s Federal gross income because, as the return of an overpayment of the recipient\u2019s State tax liability, these refunds are not an accession to wealth.\u201d This essentially describes the TABOR refund\u2013 a repayment of excess tax by the state, which should, therefore, be exempt from further Federal income tax liability\u2013 as is consistent with the previous 30 years of precedent.\n\nBased on the examples explained in the guidance and the basis for the decision set out in Maines, it is clear that TABOR refunds should not be considered includible in an individual\u2019s Federal gross income and therefore should not be subject to further taxation. In addition, based on Notice 2023-56, it would appear that the proposed guidance was only issued following an increase in state payments during the COVID-19 pandemic. TABOR refunds have long existed prior to the pandemic, and Coloradans should not be penalized as a result.\n\nThe TABOR Amendment was a constituent-driven initiative approved by Colorado voters. It is our hope that the above comments provide the necessary insight into the unique circumstance in Colorado and the implications Notice 2023-56 could have on our constituents. We greatly appreciate the opportunity to review and provide our insight on the proposed guidance.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-statement-on-president-biden-s-decision-to-send-atacms-to-ukraine", "Congressman Crow Statement on President Biden\u2019s Decision to Send ATACMS to Ukraine", "2023-10-18", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), former Army Ranger, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs\u2019 Subcommittee on Oversight and Accountability, and member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, released this statement today after President Biden\u2019s decision to send long-range Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) to Ukraine. Russia\u2019s war of aggression in Ukraine is now in its 19th month.\n\nThis decision follows Congressman Crow\u2019s ongoing efforts to send US ATACMS to Ukraine, including leading a bipartisan letter in June with For Country Caucus members calling on President Biden to transfer ATACMS to Ukraine.\n\nRecently, the Biden Administration enabled the US to share intelligence on Russian war crimes with the International Criminal Court following Crow\u2019s effortscalling for the intelligence to be shared.\n\nIn a statement, Congressman Crow said:\n\n\"This is a huge win for Ukraine. A long-range missile system gives Ukraine defense capabilities against Russian targets they previously weren\u2019t able to reach.\n\n\u201cUkraine has used HIMARS to a devastating effect, but Russia has adapted by moving further away and attacking Ukrainians from a distance where they can\u2019t be touched. That\u2019s why I have been calling for ATACMS to be sent to Ukraine. ATACMS change the game.\n\n\u201cI thank President Biden for his leadership and look forward to continuing to advocate for and support Ukraine in their fight.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/epa-releases-final-determination-leaded-fuels-rep-neguse-urges-swift", "EPA Releases Final Determination on Leaded Fuels, Rep. Neguse Urges Swift Implementation of New Standards", "2023-10-18", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Congressman Joe Neguse issued the following statement after the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced its final determination that emissions from leaded aviation fuel cause or contribute to air pollution which may reasonably be anticipated to endanger public health and welfare under the Clean Air Act. The EPA\u2019s announcement followed a letter Rep. Neguse led to the agency encouraging the prompt release of its Endangerment Study on Leaded Aviation Fuel \u2014read HERE.\n\n\u201cUnder the standards enacted by the Clean Air Act, the EPA is obligated to propose new standards to protect our communities from the serious threat of lead pollution from aircrafts. For years, schools, neighborhoods, community centers, and households located near General Aviation Airports \u2013 like the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (RMMA) near my district \u2013 have been continuously exposed to this pollution. With the science clearer than ever, we must act quickly to stop the use of leaded aviation fuels and protect our communities,\u201d said Congressman Neguse.\n\nRep. Neguse has repeatedly urged Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (RMMA) to address community concerns regarding the airport. Following these community-based conversations, RMMA announced earlier this month that they plan to accelerate their transition to unleaded fuel to three years ahead of the FAA\u2019s current 2030 deadline. However, given the final determination, both the FAA and EPA are working to consider regulatory options to immediately address lead emissions from aircraft engines and plan to announce timelines as soon as possible. Read more HERE.\n\nThe lead that is found in some aviation fuels can adversely affect the nervous system, kidney function, immune system, reproductive and developmental systems, and the cardiovascular system, and it's particularly harmful to young children.\n\nBackground\n\nIn July, Congressman Joe Neguse submitted nine amendments to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reauthorization bill, all of which would address common aviation concerns, including reducing noise pollution and increasing the use of unleaded fuel. Rep. Neguse has also led several efforts to reduce airplane noise pollution in his district. In September, Colorado Representatives Neguse and Pettersen called on the FAA and RMMA imploring them to take immediate action to mitigate significant noise pollution that is inundating local communities. Over the years, the Congressman put forth legislation, led letters, and held a town hall to tackle this challenge, and he has urged the FAA to send a representative to Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport\u2019s Community Noise Roundtable meetings to ensure the FAA understands the seriousness of this issue.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-sens-bennet-and-hickenlooper-advocate-forest-and-watershed-health", "Rep. Neguse, Sens. Bennet and Hickenlooper Advocate for Forest and Watershed Health on Colorado\u2019s Western Slope", "2023-10-18", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Joe Neguse, Ranking Member of the House Subcommittee on Federal Lands and Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus, joined U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper in writing to the United States Department of Agriculture and U.S. Forest Service (USFS). In the letter, the lawmakers urged the prioritization of funds to be allocated to address forest and watershed health in national forests on Colorado\u2019s Western Slope, which serve as headwaters for rivers and streams extending beyond state boundaries.\n\nHistoric investments made possible by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) will provide states, tribal communities, and partners across the West with $10 billion in federal funding to address wildland fire and forest health. After an uptick in wildfires across the state of Colorado, including the East Troublesome and Cameron Peak fires in 2020, Rep. Neguse and Senators Bennet and Hickenlooper are calling for frequent updates on the status of the implementation of these funds, in particular noting their impact on forest health and watershed management.\n\nIn March of this year, Rep. Neguse announced the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests will receive $39 million in funding from the IIJA to support fire rehabilitation efforts in the areas impacted by the Cameron Peak and East Troublesome fires.\n\n\u201cColorado has experienced numerous devastating wildfires over the past several years, including the East Troublesome and Cameron Peak fires. Many recovering communities are still working to address the lingering watershed devastation. We are grateful for your continued partnership with our offices, the State of Colorado, and affected communities on these recovery efforts, and encourage you to continue to help us secure resources for post-fire recovery and long-term rehabilitation to stabilize watersheds following these devastating megafires,\u201d the lawmakers wrote.\n\nThe letter continued: \u201cWe encourage you to consider the importance of Colorado\u2019s forests as headwaters not just for our communities, but for cities and towns in the 18 other states that rely on the rivers that originate in Colorado. We implore you to prioritize projects that protect the Upper Colorado River Basin headwaters, much of which falls within Colorado\u2019s national forests. Forty million people, 30 Tribal nations, and 5.5 million agricultural acres rely on the Colorado River. Watershed protection for the Colorado River and its tributaries is essential for the West\u2019s communities, ecosystems, and economies, particularly as we face climate change-driven aridification and heightened wildfire risk. When we invest in forest health, we invest in the health of watersheds\u2014which are critically important to communities across Colorado and the West.\u201d\n\nRead the full letter HERE.\n\nOver the past year, Congressman Neguse and Senators Bennet and Hickenlooper have announced nearly $750 million in federal funding to support the state of Colorado in bolstering forest and watershed health and preventing wildfires. These investments include:\n\n$720 million for the U.S. Department of Agriculture\u2019s Joint Chiefs\u2019 Landscape Restoration Partnership Program, including for the Southern Front Range Watershed Project;\n\n$5.1 million for fuels management wildfire resiliency projects;\n\n$20 million for the Colorado State University Forest Restoration Research;\n\nAnd, as mentioned, $39 million to support fire rehabilitation efforts in the areas impacted by the Cameron Peak and East Troublesome fires.\n\nCongressman Neguse, Ranking Member of the House Subcommittee on Federal Lands and Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus, has emerged as a leader among his colleagues in the fight for increased federal support for wildfire mitigation and resilience. In July of last year, he was able to secure passage of his monumental legislative package, the Wildfire Response and Drought Resiliency Act, through the House of Representatives.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-jim-jordans-candidacy-speaker", "DeGette statement on Jim Jordan\u2019s candidacy for Speaker", "2023-10-17", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Diana DeGette", "D000197", "degette.house.gov", "degette", "https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement as Jim Jordan advances his bid to become Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives:\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s a shame that House Republicans are once again shrugging off bipartisanship to embrace extremism \u2013 especially given the domestic and international crises we\u2019re facing.\u201d\n\n\u201cJim Jordan has been described by members of his own party as a \u2018legislative terrorist.\u2019 He was a key leader for those in Congress who pushed the Big Lie and sought to overturn a free and fair election. He\u2019s repeatedly embraced conspiracy theories, pushed for radical restrictions on our reproductive rights, and consistently advocated for draconian spending cuts that would harm the American people.\u201d\n\n\u201cThere is nothing in the entirety of Jim Jordan\u2019s record that indicates he can put the good of the country over partisan politics. And, if Republicans elevate him to Speaker of the House, I fear he could do lasting harm to this institution and to our nation.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-leads-colorado-delegation-effort-urging-irs-follow-30-year", "Rep. Neguse Leads Colorado Delegation in Effort Urging IRS to Follow 30-Year Precedent & Not Tax TABOR Refunds", "2023-10-17", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Congressman Joe Neguse led Colorado\u2019s bipartisan congressional delegation in submitting a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), requesting the agency follow a thirty-year precedent and not tax Colorado Taxpayer\u2019s Bill of Rights (TABOR) refunds. After issuing a new policy proposal in August that could potentially require Coloradans to pay taxes on future TABOR refunds, the IRS is conducting a process for accepting public feedback on the new guidance. Read the full comment letter HERE.\n\nCongressman Neguse was joined by Colorado\u2019s congressional delegation, including Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper, and Representatives DeGette, Crow, Caraveo, Pettersen, Boebert, and Lamborn.\n\nThe public comment is the most recent update in a series of actions taken by the Colorado lawmakers to effectively urge the IRS to properly review the historic precedence of these tax refunds. In September, Congressman Neguse, who previously served as Executive Director of Colorado\u2019s Department of Regulatory Agencies from 2015-2017, and Senator Michael Bennet led a letter to Commissioner of Internal Revenue, Daniel Werfel, urging the IRS to resolve current ambiguity and not tax TABOR refunds.\n\nThe lawmakers wrote: \u201cTABOR has been part of Colorado\u2019s Constitution since 1992. It requires the State to return excess state revenues from sales tax that the State has not been authorized to retain. [...] Until the recent proposed guidance by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), TABOR refunds have never been considered federal taxable income, regardless of whether these sales tax refunds are issued through income tax returns, and that process should have no impact on the IRS\u2019s decision on how the proposed guidance will impact TABOR refund payments.\u201d\n\nThe TABOR Amendment was approved by voters in 1992, and since that time, the State of Colorado has refunded excess revenue generated by the state to the taxpayers.\n\nEarlier this year, Rep. Neguse and Senator Bennet were successful in calling on the IRS not to tax TABOR payments for the 2022 tax year.\n\nRead the full comment letter HERE and below:\n\nOctober 16, 2023\n\nThe undersigned Members of Congress from the state of Colorado submit the following comment regarding the Internal Revenue Service\u2019s proposed guidance in Notice 2023-56. We appreciate the opportunity to provide the below input given the potential impact of this guidance on Coloradans due to our state\u2019s unique and nuanced tax structure.\n\nTABOR has been part of Colorado\u2019s Constitution since 1992. It requires the State to return excess state revenues from sales tax that the State has not been authorized to retain. TABOR refund amounts are determined based on individuals\u2019 adjusted gross incomes, which are set to a six-tier calculation. This calculation is updated annually to appropriately reflect the state\u2019s population and income. Since the constitutional amendment was enacted, Colorado has issued TABOR refunds in 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2005, 2015, 2021, and 2022. Colorado is expected to issue an additional refund in 2023.\n\nTABOR payments derive from excess state revenue from sales tax payments. Until the recent proposed guidance by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), TABOR refunds have never been considered federal taxable income, regardless of whether these sales tax refunds are issued through income tax returns, and that process should have no effect on the IRS\u2019s decision on how the proposed guidance will impact TABOR refund payments.\n\nBased on the guidance under Notice 2023-56, the IRS derives the basis of taxation for State Tax Refunds, as referenced in Section 3.02, determined under Maines v. Commissioner, 144 T.C. 123, 132 (2015). The case in question determined the federal tax treatment of various state tax credits.\n\nHowever, the TABOR refunds paid by Colorado are not a comparable example under Maines. More specifically, the Colorado Constitution notes that these payments are specifically \u201crefunds\u201d due to excess sales tax revenue. Compared to the examples explained in the guidance and the basis for the decision set out in Maines, there is no clear indication as to why TABOR refunds should be considered includible in an individual\u2019s Federal gross income and, therefore, be subject to further taxation.\n\nFurthermore, the Department of the Treasury and the IRS have specifically requested comments on the \u201cFederal income tax treatment of payments that are characterized under State law as State sales tax refunds in light of the fact that it may not be practicable to determine the amount of State sales tax an individual paid during a particular taxable year.\u201d\n\nWe appreciate your understanding and inquiry of the unique structure under the Colorado Constitution, given the fact that the issuance of these refunds is a complicated and nuanced process. However, as noted above, the Colorado Constitution notes that these refunds are due to excess sales tax refunds, Maines does not apply to TABOR refunds, and therefore TABOR refunds are not subject to federal income taxation.\n\nThe proposed guidance notes that \u201cState payments that are properly treated as State tax refunds generally are not includible in the recipient\u2019s Federal gross income because, as the return of an overpayment of the recipient\u2019s State tax liability, these refunds are not an accession to wealth.\u201d This essentially describes the TABOR refund\u2013 a repayment of excess tax by the state, which should, therefore, be exempt from further Federal income tax liability\u2013 as is consistent with the previous 30 years of precedent.\n\nBased on the examples explained in the guidance and the basis for the decision set out in Maines, it is clear that TABOR refunds should not be considered includible in an individual\u2019s Federal gross income and therefore should not be subject to further taxation. In addition, based on Notice 2023-56, it would appear that the proposed guidance was only issued following an increase in state payments during the COVID-19 pandemic. TABOR refunds have long existed prior to the pandemic, and Coloradans should not be penalized as a result.\n\nThe TABOR Amendment was a constituent-driven initiative approved by Colorado voters. It is our hope that the above comments provide the necessary insight into the unique circumstance in Colorado and the implications Notice 2023-56 could have on our constituents. We greatly appreciate the opportunity to review and provide our insight on the proposed guidance.\n\nRespectfully,\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-neguse-pettersen-and-sens-hickenlooper-bennet-introduce-bill-rename-mount", "Reps. Neguse, Pettersen and Sens. Hickenlooper, Bennet Introduce Bill to Rename Mount Evans Wilderness", "2023-10-17", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Joe Neguse, Ranking Member of the House Subcommittee on Federal lands, and Representative Brittany Pettersen joined U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennet in introducing legislation to change the name of Colorado\u2019s Mount Evans Wilderness to the Mount Blue Sky Wilderness. The change aligns with the U.S. Board of Geographic Names\u2019 recent decision to officially rename Mount Evans to Mount Blue Sky. Only Congress can authorize a change to the wilderness area name.\n\n\u201cI am proud to join Senators Hickenlooper and Bennet in introducing this critical bill to rename this important wilderness area as the Mount Blue Sky Wilderness, taking another step forward in our work to honor the histories of the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes. The Mount Blue Sky Wilderness Act is a reflection of our dedication to remembrance, honor, and healing,\u201d said Congressman Neguse.\n\n\u201cCommunities and tribes across Colorado have been working for years to get Mount Evans renamed to Mount Blue Sky,\u201d said Congresswoman Pettersen. \u201cTheir determination and commitment have finally come to fruition. The renaming of the mountain and now, with our bill, the surrounding wilderness area, are a powerful symbol of healing and unity. Mount Blue Sky is more than just a name\u2014it is a way to honor the Cheyenne and Arapaho peoples whose ancestors were the victims of the Sand Creek Massacre. I\u2019m proud to join the coalition who made this meaningful change possible.\u201d\n\n\u201cRenaming Mount Evans to Mount Blue Sky helped to honor and recognize the Tribes and advocates who worked hard to create change,\u201d said Senator Hickenlooper. \u201cNow, renaming the wilderness area the peak overlooks is the logical next step\u2013one we\u2019re honored to spearhead.\u201d\n\n\u201cTribes and local communities led the process to rename Mount Blue Sky \u2013 an important step to address the atrocities committed against the Cheyenne & Arapaho people,\u201d said Senator Bennet. \u201cThis legislation to rename the surrounding wilderness area is an important next step to reaffirm our commitment to Tribes and honor their legacy.\u201d\n\n\"The Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes are excited about the introduction of the name change of Mt. Evans Wilderness Area. We thank all the Colorado Congressional members for introducing the bill to help restore the wilderness area to a respectful and proper name,\u201d said the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribal Governor Reggie Wassana.\n\n\"The Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes have long pursued the effort to rename Mount Blue Sky and its surrounding wilderness, backed by a groundswell of local support,\" said Jim Ramey, The Wilderness Society's Colorado State Director. \"No wilderness area, stream or mountain should offend, hurt or cause harm to any Coloradan. Let this wilderness area, with Mount Blue Sky at its heart, be a place of healing, comfort and progress. This legislation is a sign of that progress. We thank Senator Hickenlooper and Representative Neguse for their commitment to inclusivity and fairness across all public lands and urge Congress to take up this bill quickly.\"\n\nCurrently, the wilderness area is named for the second territorial Governor of Colorado John Evans, who paved the way for Colorado\u2019s Sand Creek Massacre. On November 29, 1864, U.S. soldiers killed 230 Cheyenne and Arapaho people at Sand Creek \u2014 most of them women, children, and the elderly.\n\nThe proposed new name recognizes the Cheyenne people, whose annual ceremony of renewal of life is called Blue Sky, and the Arapaho people, who are also known as the Blue Sky People.\n\nThe proposal to rename the mountain was first proposed by the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes and The Wilderness Society, and has continued to gain support from Tribes, local governments, community groups, and non-profit organizations.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=431", "Pettersen, Hickenlooper, Bennet, Neguse Introduce Bill to Rename Mount Evans Wilderness", "2023-10-17", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen joined Senators John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennet, and Representative Joe Neguse to introduce legislation to change the name of Colorado\u2019s Mount Evans Wilderness to the Mount Blue Sky Wilderness. The change aligns with the U.S. Board of Geographic Names\u2019 recent decision to officially rename Mount Evans to Mount Blue Sky. Only Congress can authorize a change to the wilderness area name.\n\nThe legislation is scheduled to receive a hearing before the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources\u2019 Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining on Wednesday, October 25.\n\n\u201cCommunities and tribes across Colorado have been working for years to get Mount Evans renamed to Mount Blue Sky,\u201d said Pettersen. \u201cTheir determination and commitment have finally come to fruition. The renaming of the mountain and now, with our bill, the surrounding wilderness area, are a powerful symbol of healing and unity. Mount Blue Sky is more than just a name\u2014it is a way to honor the Cheyenne and Arapaho peoples whose ancestors were the victims of the Sand Creek Massacre. I\u2019m proud to join the coalition who made this meaningful change possible.\u201d\n\n\u201cRenaming Mount Evans to Mount Blue Sky helped to honor and recognize the Tribes and advocates who worked hard to create change,\u201d said Hickenlooper. \u201cNow, renaming the wilderness area the peak overlooks is the logical next step\u2013one we\u2019re honored to spearhead.\u201d\n\n\u201cTribes and local communities led the process to rename Mount Blue Sky \u2013 an important step to address the atrocities committed against the Cheyenne & Arapaho people,\u201d said Bennet. \u201cThis legislation to rename the surrounding wilderness area is an important next step to reaffirm our commitment to Tribes and honor their legacy.\u201d\n\n\u201cI am proud to join Senators Hickenlooper and Bennet in introducing this critical bill to rename this important wilderness area as the Mount Blue Sky Wilderness, taking another step forward in our work to honor the histories of the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes. The Mount Blue Sky Wilderness Act is a reflection of our dedication to remembrance, honor, and healing,\u201d said Neguse.\n\n\"The Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes are excited about the introduction of the name change of Mt. Evans Wilderness Area. We thank all the Colorado Congressional members for introducing the bill to help restore the wilderness area to a respectful and proper name,\u201d said the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribal Governor Reggie Wassana.\n\nCurrently, the wilderness area is named for the second territorial Governor of Colorado John Evans, who paved the way for Colorado\u2019s Sand Creek Massacre. On November 29, 1864, U.S. soldiers killed 230 Cheyenne and Arapaho people at Sand Creek \u2014 most of them women, children, and the elderly.\n\nThe proposed new name recognizes the Cheyenne people, whose annual ceremony of renewal of life is called Blue Sky, and the Arapaho people, who are also known as the Blue Sky People.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/office-congressman-neguse-hosts-annual-app-thon-ball-aerospace-boulder-colo", "Office of Congressman Neguse Hosts Annual App-A-Thon at Ball Aerospace in Boulder, Colo.", "2023-10-16", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 This weekend, the Office of Congressman Joe Neguse hosted their annual App-A-Thon for local middle and high school-aged students planning to participate in the 2023 Congressional App Challenge. Students were joined by coding professionals and received helpful tips and feedback on their app submissions.\n\n\u201cThe Congressional App Challenge is an exciting opportunity for students across the country to pursue a career in STEM, and this weekend\u2019s App-A-Thon gave them the time to ask questions, receive advice, and tutoring from the experts. I am thankful to the coders and engineers who joined us and lent their knowledge,\u201d said Congressman Neguse.\n\nThe Congressional App Challenge is open to all middle and high schoolers in Colorado\u2019s 2nd Congressional District. It was officially launched by the U.S. House of Representatives in 2015 and is a nationwide effort allowing students to compete against their peers by creating an application (also known as an \"app\") for desktop/PC, web, tablet, mobile, raspberry Pi, or other devices.\n\nStudent sign-up for the 2023 Congressional App Challenge is still open. Eligible students can register and submit their apps through 12:00 PM EST on November 1st, 2023. Find additional information HERE.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-announces-14-million-lower-energy-costs-colorados-mountain", "Rep. Neguse Announces $1.4 Million to Lower Energy Costs in Colorado\u2019s Mountain Communities", "2023-10-16", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Today, Congressman Joe Neguse announced $1,400,000 in funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law has been awarded to Eagle County, Colorado. The investment will go toward reducing energy burdens for underserved households in the state\u2019s rural mountain communities. The funding is part of a larger $30 million nationwide investment made possible by the U.S. Department of Energy\u2019s (DOE) Office of State and Community Energy \u2013 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program.\n\nThrough a partnership with EnergySmart Colorado, this monumental investment will support staff capacity, provide outreach, and develop workforce training to cut greenhouse gas emissions and improve cost-of-living for low- to moderate-income households across 18 rural counties in Colorado.\n\n\u201cBy boosting clean energy production and cutting energy bills, we are delivering on our promise to lower costs for everyday American families and folks across Colorado\u2019s 2nd District,\u201d said Congressman Neguse. \u201cI am excited to see funding made possible through the historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that I fought to enact make its way to Eagle County and to our mountain communities, and look forward to its continued support of sustainable energy practices.\u201d\n\n\"This federal funding is HUGE for Energy Smart Colorado, the 10 sustainability organizations we partner with and the low-to-moderate income (LMI) residents of the 18 rural mountain counties we are working in. This funding will equip agencies with staff capacity, bilingual marketing, outreach and program support, increase comfort of homes while reducing household utility costs through energy efficiency improvements, and help communities achieve their climate action goals,\u201d said Kasey Provorse, Executive Director of Energy Smart Colorado.\n\n\"In 2010 Eagle County helped develop Energy Smart Colorado with a grant from the Department of Energy. Since then the program has grown significantly, helping over 10,000 households receive energy efficiency services that improve comfort, health, and safety while reducing climate pollution by over 45,000 tons per year. We are thrilled to receive renewed funding to expand these services for the benefit of low and middle income households, which otherwise might not be able to participate in these win-win programs,\u201d said John Gitchell, Eagle County Climate Action Manager.\n\nFunded through the historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, enacted in November 2021, the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) program was designed to assist states, local governments, and Tribes in implementing strategies to reduce energy use. EECBG Program funding will help meet the unique energy needs in communities that serve more than 250 million Americans.\n\nCongressman Neguse played a key role in the swift passage and enactment of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, a historic piece of legislation that not only rebuilds America\u2019s crumbling roads and bridges but works to invest in the economy and ensure communities can compete in the 21st Century.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-neguse-announces-betty-aragon-mitotes-winner-2023-polly-baca", "Congressman Neguse Announces Betty Aragon-Mitotes as Winner of 2023 Polly Baca Ra\u00edces Fuertes Community Leader Award in Honor of Hispanic Heritage Month", "2023-10-14", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Joe Neguse\u2019s office announced at Downtown Longmont\u2019s D\u00eda de Muertos Family Celebration to award Betty Aragon-Mitotes with the 2023 Polly Baca Ra\u00edces Fuertes Community Leader Award. Betty has been a lifelong advocate for Latino and Hispanic communities in Northern Colorado, working to record and preserve their stories and life histories.\n\nThe Polly Baca Ra\u00edces Fuertes Community Service Award honors individuals who represent the qualities of service to others and the uplifting of the Hispanic community that former State Senator Polly Baca embodies. Rep. Neguse established the award in 2020 to recognize an exemplary leader in the 2nd Congressional District who best exhibits commitment to the service of others.\n\n\u201cAs we gather together to honor the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories that make up Colorado\u2019s vibrant Latino community, I am honored to present Betty Aragon-Mitotes with this year\u2019s Polly Baca Ra\u00edces Fuertes Community Service Award,\u201d said Congressman Neguse. \u201cBetty\u2019s commitment to Northern Colorado cannot be overstated \u2013 she is a pillar in her community and an outstanding advocate.\u201d\n\nBetty Aragon-Mitotes has been an advocate for over 20 years, helping to improve the lives of Latino and Hispanic communities across Fort Collins, Wellington, and the greater Northern Colorado area. She led efforts to protect the dissection of the Andersonville and Alta Vista neighborhoods by a proposed truck route, helped make affordable shopping accessible, and hosted community cleanup events. Betty founded Mujeres de Colores, a non-profit organization that elevates the status of women and children through education and leadership\u2014providing critical community support. In 2016, she established the Museo de Las Tres Colonias, a local museum honoring the Hispanic and Mexican beet workers who were recruited to work for the Great Western Sugar Factory.\n\nBetty is the producer of three documentaries all focused on uplifting and honoring the legacy of Latino and Hispanic voices in Colorado. She is a pillar in her community, actively finding ways to work with local leaders to highlight the importance of Hispanic heritage.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-applauds-changes-to-reduce-airport-noise", "Congressman Crow Applauds Changes to Reduce Airport Noise", "2023-10-13", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), member of the Quiet Skies Caucus, released this statement following news that the Centennial Airport will adopt key recommendations of the Centennial Airport Community Noise Roundtable Study Group Committee (CACNR). The recently released interim report includes two direct changes that address aviation noise concerns.\n\nBuilding on Congressman Crow\u2019s ongoing efforts to tackle airport noise for flight path communities, Centennial Airport will take immediate action to add noise-sensitive areas to their air traffic control tower\u2019s radar display, and when possible, redirect more air traffic to fly over commercial areas and away from residential communities during late evenings and early mornings.\n\n\u201cI have repeatedly pushed to reduce noise around Centennial Airport and am grateful to see some changes made to flight paths and times to address the issues. Thank you to Senators Bennet and Hickenlooper for their partnership and leadership to secure this win,\u201d said Congressman Crow. \u201cColoradans deserve to live below quiet skies, and I\u2019ll continue working to protect the health and well-being of our neighbors near Centennial Airport.\u201d\n\nFollowing an in-air collision near Centennial Airport in 2021, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) changed the flight path at the airport, raising significant concerns about the increased noise for families residing in surrounding neighborhoods.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crow-and-garbarino-reintroduce-legislation-to-support-small-business-succession-planning", "Reps. Crow and Garbarino Reintroduce Legislation to Support Small Business Succession Planning", "2023-10-13", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014Today, Representatives Jason Crow (D-CO-06) and Andrew Garbarino (R-NY-02) reintroduced the bipartisan Small Business Succession Planning Act. The bipartisan legislation would assist small business owners in creating a business succession plan that sets a process for continued leadership and operations in the event of an owner\u2019s retirement, death, or other personnel changes.\n\nThe closure of small businesses has significant impacts to local economies, affecting employment, services, and overall wealth. In the US, many business owners lack succession plans, leaving economies vulnerable.\n\nToday\u2019s legislation aims to equip small businesses with the resources needed to keep workers on the payroll, provide services to other businesses, and continue investing in communities.\n\n\"Colorado is a strong small business state, yet many of our hardworking small business owners in Colorado\u2019s 6th lack tools for long term planning and continued success,\u201d said Congressman Crow. \u201cI\u2019m glad to renew this bipartisan effort to help our small businesses owners plan for the future.\u201d\n\n\"As a third-generation Long Islander and small business owner, I know first-hand the blood, sweat, and tears small businesses owners pour into ensuring their businesses are a success. Unfortunately, more than half of our nation's small business owners do not have a succession plan in place \u2013 leaving small businesses, which are pillars in our communities, vulnerable to closure,\" said Congressman Garbarino. \"I'm proud to join my colleagues in introducing commonsense legislation to better equip our small business community with tools to develop succession plans.\"\n\nThe Small Business Succession Planning Act would:\n\nDirect the Small Business Administration (SBA) to create an online business succession planning toolkit that walks small businesses through the process of creating a business succession plan with the help of SBA or resource partners. It would also require the SBA to provide trained staff or partners to help small businesses create their plan;\n\nEncourage the SBA to hold business succession planning workshops or events across the country;\n\nCreate a plan to increase business succession plans among small businesses, including among minority-owned businesses, through the SBA; and\n\nIncentivize small businesses owners to create their own plan through multiple tax breaks for businesses:\n\nThis includes a one-time $250 tax break to create a business succession plan and an additional one-time $250 tax break when the succession plan is executed.\n\nCongressman Crow has been a champion for Colorado\u2019s small businesses. Last Congress, Crow\u2019s bipartisan SBA Cyber Awareness Act was signed into law. In the 118th Congress, Crow introduced bipartisan legislation to help small businesses offer on-the-job learning opportunities to combat the labor shortage, and increase the maximum loan amount available to businesses to improve energy efficiency.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=427", "Reps. Pettersen, Duarte Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Permanently Authorize the PILT Program", "2023-10-11", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014Today, U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) and John Duarte (R-CA) introduced bipartisan legislation to permanently authorize Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) funding. PILT provides payments to counties, including 56 of Colorado\u2019s counties, and other local governments with non-taxable federal land within their borders to offset the lost property tax revenue. This critical program must currently be reauthorized every year, creating the potential for disruption in payments to counties that support essential local government services like education, law enforcement, emergency services, transportation infrastructure, and health care.\n\n\u201cMany communities in Colorado, especially in the rural parts of my district, rely on PILT funding for the essential government services we all rely on, like good public schools and well-funded emergency services,\u201d said Pettersen. \u201cColorado has beautiful National Parks, National Forests, and other public lands, and the counties that house them shouldn\u2019t have any less of an opportunity to generate revenue for their residents. My bill with Congressman Duarte is a commonsense measure to provide counties and local governments with the sustained funding and predictability they need.\u201d\n\n\u201cIn my home state of California, every county contains some portion of federal land that local governments are unable to tax to fund the essential services that they provide on them. As a remedy, the PILT program provides payments to all but one California county to offset their service costs but unfortunately, the program is subject to reauthorization every year without a guarantee of funding,\u201d said Duarte. \"This bipartisan bill with Congresswoman Pettersen will ensure a reliable stream of revenue to these counties by making the program a permanent fixture of our appropriations process.\u201d \u201cPayments In Lieu of Taxes (PILT) are vital to federal lands counties,\u201d said National Association of Counties Executive Director Matthew Chase. \u201cEven though counties are unable to collect property taxes from federal lands, we are still required to provide necessary services to residents and visitors, such as search and rescue operations, law enforcement, emergency medical services, infrastructure maintenance, and wildfire risk reduction. County governments need the certainty of a permanent commitment to PILT from Congress. We applaud Representatives Pettersen and Duarte for introducing the bipartisan Permanently Authorizing PILT Act and urge Congress to swiftly pass it.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a county with approximately 80% federally-managed public lands, Chaffee County relies on Payments in lieu of Taxes (PILT) funds to help fill our resource gap. Permanently authorizing PILT will provide the assurance we need to efficiently plan our budgets and program uses for PILT funding. We applaud Congresswoman Pettersen's efforts to make PILT predictable and reliable,\u201d said Chaffee County Commissioner Keith Baker.\n\n\u201cIn that all services in our county are funded by property taxes and approximately 60% of our property is in the Federal Governments hands, we are at a disadvantage when in comes to funding essential services in our county. In order to fill the gap in funding, we rely on PILT money to augment the money we receive from our taxpayers. Having certainty in our PILT funding would enhance our ability to budget for the services that we, as a county must provide,\u201d said Park County Commissioner Dick Elsner.\n\nClick here for the full text of the bill.\n\nThe Department of Interior makes PILT payments to over 1,850 counties in 49 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Counties have used these payments for more than 40 years to fund essential county services. Currently, PILT is a discretionary program that is subject to the annual appropriations process. Without predictable mandatory funding, counties will never have the true assurance of the federal revenue that they receive.\n\nThe Permanently Authorizing PILT Act of 2023 will address this by ensuring PILT is a mandatory funding effort by the federal government, giving local governments a reliable funding stream to support critical local infrastructure and services.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-neguse-issues-statement-condemning-hamas-terrorist-attacks-against", "Congressman Neguse Issues Statement Condemning Hamas Terrorist Attacks Against Israel", "2023-10-08", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Lafayette, CO \u2014 Congressman Joe Neguse issued a statement following the horrific assault against Israel by Hamas terrorists:\n\n\u201cI strongly condemn the violent, horrific and abhorrent terrorist attacks by Hamas against Israel. My wife Andrea and I are heartbroken at the terrible and tragic loss of so many innocent lives. We join in mourning the loss of so many, and will continue to keep those impacted in our prayers. The United States will continue to stand steadfastly with our ally Israel, and we will continue to support them and their right to defend itself and its people.\u201d\n\nThe Office of Congressman Joe Neguse is working to assist constituents currently in Israel. Staff encourages individuals to continue to reach out if they are in need of assistance. U.S. citizens seeking to be in touch with the U.S. Embassy in Israel, or looking for assistance, should also complete the Department of State\u2019s Crisis Intake Form, here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-statement-on-hamas-terrorist-attack-against-israel", "Congressman Crow Statement on Hamas Terrorist Attack Against Israel", "2023-10-07", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Accountability and member of the House Intelligence Committee, released this statement following Hamas\u2019 brutal attack against Israel.\n\nIn a statement, Congressman Crow said:\n\n\u201cI strongly condemn Hamas\u2019 heinous terrorist attack against Israel. Kidnapping dozens of civilians, including children, killing hundreds, and wounding thousands is never justified. I am horrified.\n\n\u201cIt is clear this attack was intended to inflict maximum chaos and suffering to civilians, following the 50th anniversary of the Yom Kippur War as many celebrated a major Jewish holiday.\n\n\u201cIsrael is our strongest ally in the Middle East. The US unequivocally stands with Israel and its right to defend itself.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-announces-candidacy-for-co-chair-of-house-democratic-policy-and-communications-committee", "Congressman Crow Announces Candidacy for Co-Chair of House Democratic Policy and Communications Committee", "2023-10-06", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Jason Crow", "C001121", "crow.house.gov", "crow", "https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), announced his candidacy for Co-Chair of the House Democratic Policy and Communications Committee. The seat is currently vacant following Rep. Dean Phillips\u2019 decision to step down from the position.\n\nIn a statement, Congressman Crow said:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/dpcc-chairman-neguse-welcomes-house-democratic-whip-katherine-clark-colorado", "DPCC Chairman Neguse Welcomes House Democratic Whip Katherine Clark to Colorado", "2023-10-06", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "The two lawmakers, who serve together in House Democratic leadership, made visits to Superior and Lafayette this morning. See photos HERE.\n\nLafayette, CO \u2014 Today, Congressman Joe Neguse, Chairman of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee (DPCC), welcomed House Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (Mass.) to Colorado. Rep. Neguse serves in House Leadership with Whip Clark, who is the No. 2 in Democratic House Leadership. The lawmakers visited Marshall Fire rebuilding efforts in Superior\u2019s Sagamore neighborhood and toured a local Head Start Child Care Center in Lafayette. The visit highlighted House Democrats\u2019 commitment to extending government funding and addressing urgent needs across the country, including responding to natural disasters, supporting community recovery, and keeping critical services \u2013 like Head Start and federally funded childcare programs \u2013 up and running.\n\nThis past weekend, Congressman Neguse and Whip Clark, alongside congressional Democrats, succeeded in removing extreme Republican spending cuts from the bipartisan Continuing Resolution and voted to avert a catastrophic government shutdown. With funding now set to expire on November 17th, the lawmakers are leading efforts to protect programs of importance to everyday Americans across the country.\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s a pleasure to be back in Colorado, a state I used to call home,\u201d said Democratic Whip Katherine Clark. \u201cThere\u2019s no better leader in the fight for Colorado families than Congressman Neguse. Today, we surveyed the impacts of the Marshall Fire and toured a Head Start center \u2013 and both visits brought home the same critical point: federal dollars are vital to strengthening our communities. Whether it\u2019s natural disaster assistance or early education investments, Joe Neguse has been a leader in providing the resources Americans need to build safer communities and brighter futures. I\u2019m grateful to Congressman Neguse for his critical work and partnership.\u201d\n\n\u201cOver the course of the past nine months, House Democrats have worked to find common ground and deliver for our communities. I am honored to welcome my friend and colleague in House Leadership, Whip Clark, to our great state, and am deeply grateful for her continued leadership and commitment to protecting critical services and programs Coloradans and Americans count on,\u201d said Congressman Neguse. \u201cHouseholds across Superior and Lafayette depend on the support of the federal government to tackle issues of importance\u2014from mitigating the impact of wildfires and supporting folks on their road to recovery to fighting to keep childcare programs open for families\u2014and our work continues.\u201d\n\nIn the years since the Marshall Fire, Rep. Neguse has continued to be a leader in the fight against wildfires, helping to provide federal relief for families and communities impacted. Boulder County Sheriff Curtis Johnson and Superior Mayor Mark Lacis joined the lawmakers for the tour of the Marshall Fire rebuilding efforts.\n\n\u201cSuperior lost nearly 400 homes in Marshall Fire, but our recovery has been strong \u2014 we are rebuilding twice as fast as the national average for disaster recoveries. So far, 25% of our residents have moved back home and another 50% are in the midst of rebuilding. By this time next year, we expect to have 75% of Superior fire survivors moved back home,\u201d said Superior Mayor Mark Lacis. \u201cWe wouldn\u2019t be where we are in our recovery, were it not for the immediate help of Congressman Neguse, who worked at the Federal level to have foundations covered in the coordinated cleanup funded by FEMA. We thank Congressman Joe Neguse and Minority Whip Katherine Clark for their leadership and continued support of Marshall Fire survivors in Superior, Louisville, and Boulder County.\u201d\n\n\u201cHaving the commitment and support of Representative Neguse and his staff has made a significant difference in our recovery from the Marshall Fire. I appreciate his willingness to share our experience with Minority Whip Clark and other Members of Congress so that they will be prepared to support their communities when faced with a disaster,\u201d said Boulder County Sheriff Curtis Johnson.\n\nFollowing their first visit, Rep. Neguse and Whip Clark spoke with leaders at the Dagny School Head Start Center in Lafayette, Colorado.\n\n\u201cBoulder County Head Start was delighted to welcome Congressman Joe Neguse and Whip Katherine Clark to our Lafayette location today,\u201d said Stacy Fujieda, Education Services Manager. \u201cOur program provides essential free early childhood education to hard-working parents. We are open for the full work day, providing nine and a half hours of care each day to parents who wouldn\u2019t otherwise be able to afford it, and we rely on federal funding to do it.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=422", "Rep. Pettersen and Democratic Whip Katherine Clark Host Roundtable on Child Care Funding Cliff in Jefferson County", "2023-10-06", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "DENVER\u2014Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) welcomed Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-05) to Colorado\u2019s 7th Congressional District for a roundtable discussion on the child care crisis in Colorado and the United States. They met with child care providers, advocates, and local officials at Jefferson Jr./Sr. High School to discuss the child care fiscal \u201ccliff\u201d reached on September 30th because of expiring funds and the detrimental effects it will have on Colorado\u2019s child care providers, parents, and larger community.\n\nLast week, funding for child care from the American Rescue Plan Act expired, putting more than 70,000 child care programs across the country in danger, including more than 1,000 programs in Colorado impacting more than 83,000 kids. Representative Pettersen joined Whip Clark\u2019s Child Care Stabilization Act, which she introduced last month and would extend vital federal child care stabilization funding and ensure that child care providers can keep their doors open and continue serving children and families in every part of the country.\n\n\u201cAs the mom of a three year old, I know how difficult it can be to access safe, affordable child care. With federal funds expiring last week, the child care crisis in our country is about to get infinitely worse if we don\u2019t act,\u201d said Rep. Pettersen. \u201cIt was an honor to welcome Whip Clark, a longstanding champion for child care access, to Jefferson County to discuss how the child care crisis is impacting our community and what we can do together to make sure our providers are supported and parents can access the care they rely on. We\u2019re urging our colleagues on both sides of the aisle to help us get the Child Care Stabilization Act across the finish line to bolster both hardworking families and our economy.\u201d\n\n\u201cI\u2019m so grateful to Coloradans for sending to Congress one of the country\u2019s most persistent champions for working families: Brittany Pettersen,\u201d said Democratic Whip Katherine Clark. \u201cShe and I both know firsthand that child care enables all other work. From corner shops to corner offices, prosperity is built on parents\u2019 ability to access affordable, reliable, high-quality care for their kids. This isn\u2019t a partisan issue \u2013 it\u2019s an economic issue, and Congresswoman Pettersen is leading the call for bipartisan action on behalf of families. We can\u2019t afford to wait, and we\u2019re going to keep fighting until we get a child care funding bill to President Biden\u2019s desk.\u201d\n\nWhen the pandemic pushed the already-fragile child care sector to the brink of collapse, Democrats in Congress responded by delivering historic federal investments to save the sector and prevent families from losing their child care spots\u2014including $24 billion in child care stabilization funding. The funding has made an enormous difference for families across the country\u2014keeping 220,000 child care providers afloat over the last few years and saving child care slots for up to 10 million kids nationwide\u2014but these funds ran out on September 30, 2023, threatening to once again push the sector to the brink, with dire consequences for families and the nation\u2019s economy.\n\nThe Child Care Stabilization Act would prevent a potential crisis by providing $16 billion in mandatory funding each year for the next five years to continue the successful Child Care Stabilization Grant program. This investment would ensure child care providers continue to receive a stable and reliable source of funding to help them deliver high-quality and affordable child care for working families across the country.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-introduces-bipartisan-legislative-package-improve-water-resilience", "Rep. Neguse Introduces Bipartisan Legislative Package to Improve Water Resilience in the West", "2023-10-02", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Joe Neguse", "N000191", "neguse.house.gov", "neguse", "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Co-Chairs of the Bipartisan Colorado River Caucus, Representatives Joe Neguse (D-CO) and Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ), introduced a legislative package to address water scarcity across the West. The bills included will extend the authorization of emergency drought relief and increase water measurement and monitoring technologies.\n\n\u201cIn Colorado and across the West, too many communities are facing a historic drought crisis. The bipartisan package of bills we have introduced will expand on successful existing programs, bolster drought resiliency, and improve water quality,\u201d said Congressman Neguse. \u201cI look forward to working with our partner in the Bipartisan Colorado River Caucus, Rep. Ciscomani, to get these bills across the finish line so that we can improve the health of communities throughout the country.\u201d\n\n\u201cIn Arizona, we have a deep understanding of the importance of water management and at the end of the day, you can\u2019t manage what you can\u2019t measure. These bipartisan efforts extend programs that provide our states with critical water data and drought management tools, allowing us to be the best possible stewards of the resources we have available,\u201d said Rep. Ciscomani.\n\nThe package of bills includes the following:\n\nThe Drought Preparedness Act \u2013 The bill would reauthorize the Reclamation States Emergency Drought Relief Act through 2028, which allows the Bureau of Reclamation to continue to minimize drought damages and losses and improve water availability for those harmed by drought.\n\nThe Water Monitoring and Tracking Essential Resources (WATER) Data Improvement Act \u2013 The bill would reauthorize United States Geological Survey (USGS) programs for water monitoring, measurement, and estimation including for Streamflow and Groundwater Resources through 2028.\n\nLast week, the House Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries held a hearing on the Drought Preparedness Act. Rep. Neguse testified in favor of his bill, calling for members of the Committee to ensure that the Bureau of Reclamation continues to have both the authorities and funds it needs to carry out these critical programs.\n\nBackground\n\nCongressman Joe Neguse, whose district includes the headwaters of the Colorado River, has been working to address water-related issues, enacting significant bills that invest in drought resilience and water management. In July of last year, he was able to secure passage of his monumental legislative package, the Wildfire Response and Drought Resiliency Act, through the House of Representatives.\n\nAdditionally, as founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Colorado River Caucus, Rep. Neguse has formed a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers each representing a state along the Colorado River Basin. The lawmakers are working to build consensus on critical issues plaguing the river and support the work of the Colorado River Basin states on how best to address the worsening levels of drought in the Colorado River Basin.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=417", "Rep. Pettersen Leads Colorado Democratic Delegation in Urging Congressional Leadership to Fund WIC Ahead of Potential Government Shutdown", "2023-10-02", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "CO", "Brittany Pettersen", "P000620", "pettersen.house.gov", "pettersen", "https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) led the Colorado Democratic House Delegation in a letter to Senate and House leadership, as well as leadership for the House and Senate Appropriations Committees, over concerns with the level of funding allocated to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). In the letter, they call for the inclusion of sufficient resources for WIC in any short-term Continuing Resolution introduced to avert a government shutdown. Additionally, they outline the need to fully fund WIC in both the House and Senate Agriculture Appropriations bills to sustain the program long-term and prevent participants from being removed from their benefits.\n\nThe WIC program is facing a rapidly-approaching funding cliff in Colorado and across the country. The current proposed Agriculture Appropriations bills in both chambers would result in thousands of eligible Coloradans being turned away from WIC.\n\n\u201cFor nearly 50 years, since 1974, WIC has successfully invested in our nation's most vulnerable constituents, reducing hunger, improving diet quality, and preventing disease,\u201d wrote the members. They continued, \u201cCutting funding for the program would be a surefire way to harm those most in need during a nutritionally vulnerable period of their lives. This is especially dire given rapidly growing WIC enrollment, combined with historically high food prices.\u201d\n\n\u201cCongresswoman Pettersen\u2019s steadfast support for WIC exemplifies her dedication to the health and wellbeing of Coloradans,\u201d shared Greta Allen, Policy Manager for the Colorado Blueprint to End Hunger. \u201cOur statewide network of community members and advocates is grateful for her leadership in urging full funding for a program that provides a lifeline for families through access to healthy foods, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.\u201d\n\nSigners of the letter include Representatives Diana DeGette (CO-01), Joe Neguse (CO-02), Jason Crow (CO-06), and Yadira Caraveo (CO-08).\n\nThe full text of the letter can be found here and below.\n\nDear Leader Schumer, Minority Leader McConnell, Speaker McCarthy, Minority Leader Jeffries,\n\nChairwoman Murray, Vice Chair Collins, Chairman Granger, and Ranking Member DeLauro:\n\nWe write to you today to raise our profound concerns with the level of funding allocated to the Special\n\nSupplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) and to demonstrate the risks\n\nthat Coloradans enrolled in the program face under the constraints of a looming fiscal year 2024 budget\n\ndeadline.\n\nFor nearly 50 years, since 1974, WIC has successfully invested in our nation's most vulnerable\n\nconstituents, reducing hunger, improving diet quality, and preventing disease. Today, for 89,761\n\nColoradans who receive these monthly benefits\u2014women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, non-\n\nbreastfeeding postpartum, as well as infants, toddlers, and children up to age 5\u2014WIC serves as a\n\nfoundational resource, an unfailing lifeline.\n\nAs Members representing the great State of Colorado, we know that WIC works:\n\n\u27a2 WIC participants are four times more likely to be food secure than eligible non-participants;\n\n\u27a2 Eligible women who participate in WIC give birth to healthier babies who are more likely to\n\nsurvive infancy;\n\n\u27a2 For every dollar invested, WIC returns at least $2.48 in medical, education, and\n\nproductivity savings;\n\n\u27a2 Nationally, WIC serves nearly half of all infants born in the United States each year;\n\n\u27a2 From January 2023 to August 2023, Colorado WIC program benefits brought $13,127,104 to\n\nColorado grocery stores with the fruit and vegetable Cash Value Benefit (CVB) purchases\n\nalone6 and $48,457,294 to grocery stores with all WIC program food benefit purchases during\n\nthat same time.\n\n\u27a2 The CVB for fruits and vegetables is the highest-redeemed food category for Colorado WIC\n\nfamilies, supporting our producers and nutrition for eligible WIC recipients;\n\nIn addition to delivering results, WIC gives back to our constituents and to our economy, investing in\n\nmothers and young children in Colorado and across the country, ensuring they can thrive without the risk\n\nof food and nutrition insecurity. Furthermore, participation is growing: WIC serves nearly 90,000\n\nColoradans and numbers are steadily increasing. Just over a year ago, in August 2022, 80,262 Coloradans\n\nwere enrolled in the program; by July 2023, that number had climbed to 88,036.8 Increased engagement\n\namong eligible participants happens when federal programs deliver real value\u2014in the case of WIC, it's\n\nmeaningful nutrition support and proven long-term health and economic outcomes for Americans.\n\nCurrent WIC funding levels in both the Senate and House Appropriations bills are insufficient. In\n\nColorado, under the Senate Agriculture Appropriations, set at the President\u2019s Budget Request (PBR) at\n\n$6.3 billion, a projected 7,500 Coloradans could be turned away from WIC; up to 66,000 eligible persons\n\nin our great State could potentially be harmed by the funding currently allocated in both chambers.9 The\n\ncurrent House Agriculture, Rural Development and Food and Drug Administration Appropriations bill\n\nprovides staggeringly low funding levels for WIC, currently appropriating $5.5 billion for the program \u2013\n\n$185 million below fiscal year 2023 levels, despite increased participation. At these stripped funding\n\nlevels, Congress would fail to hold to the longstanding bipartisan agreement to fund WIC. We risk the\n\nvery real possibility that States will turn people away or, for the first time since the 1990s, waitlist eligible\n\nparticipants, an otherwise unthinkable scenario in the half century of this heretofore successful programs.\n\nThis letter describes the funding cliff that the WIC program faces in Colorado, yet the disastrous\n\nimplications of this shortfall are emblematic of what will be felt across the nation if WIC isn\u2019t provided\n\nwith needed Congressional support. Cutting funding for the program would be a surefire way to harm\n\nthose most in need during a nutritionally vulnerable period of their lives. This is especially dire given\n\nrapidly growing WIC enrollment, combined with historically high food prices.\n\nIt is imperative that Congress fully fund WIC at a level that will service projected caseloads and avoid\n\ncuts to benefits, prevent waitlisting of eligible WIC applicants, and protect the fruit and vegetable\n\nbenefits. 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