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https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-releases-year-end-message-highlights-accomplishments-for-colorado Gardner Releases Year-End Message, Highlights Accomplishments for Colorado 2019-12-31 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) released the following message wishing Coloradans a Happy New Year and recapping his work and accomplishments in 2019 on behalf of the people of the Centennial State. NOTE:Clickhereto view remarks from Senator Gardner. This holiday season as we spend time with our families, look back on the past year, and plan for the year ahead, I want to share some highlights of our successful efforts for Colorado this year,said Senator Gardner. This year, we successfully passed permanent reauthorization of the Land and Water Conservation Fund and moved the Bureau of Land Management headquarters to Grand Junction to better protect our public lands and better serve the people impacted by the BLM's decisions. And we've made great progress to lower the cost of health insurance in Colorado. Our state's reinsurance waiver will lower costs for Coloradans on the individual market by more than 20 percent, and the full repeal of the health insurance tax will save Colorado families hundreds of dollars a year. As we head into the next year, I feel honored to represent the greatest state in the country and I will continue to fight every day for what's right for Colorado. Notable achievements for the state of Colorado in 2019 include: The Senate passed Gardner's bipartisanVA Provider Accountability Act, which would bring much needed accountability to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This bill is part of Gardner'sVA Readiness Initiative, which he launched to ensure the government is always ready to assist veterans and prepared to fulfill the promises our country has made them. The National Defense Authorization Act wassigned into lawand included numerous Gardner-supported provisions, including authorization of $322 million for military construction projects in Colorado, the largest pay raise for troops in a decade, and 12 weeks of paid parental leave for all 2.1 million federal employees. The bipartisanTRACED Actis headed to the President's desk to b… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-statement-on-heavy-drone-activity-in-eastern-colorado Gardner Statement on Heavy Drone Activity in Eastern Colorado 2019-12-31 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO), a member of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Aviation and Space, released the following statement regarding the heavy drone activity in Eastern Colorado: I've been in contact with the FAA and I'm encouraged that they've opened a full investigation to learn the source and purpose of the drones. I will continue to closely monitor the situation,said Senator Gardner. Background: In December, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released a proposed rule aimed at requiring drone users to implement a Remote Identification (Remote ID) system, which allows drones to be tracked and identified. Senator Gardner supported Remote ID requirements in the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016, which prompted the Federal Aviation Administration to make this new proposed rule. ### Cory Gardner is a member of the U.S. Senate serving Colorado. He sits on the Energy & Natural Resources Committee, the Foreign Relations Committee, the Commerce, Science, & Transportation Committee, and is the Chairman of the Subcommittee on East Asia, the Pacific, and International Cybersecurity Policy. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-jason-crow-releases-2019-year-review Rep. Jason Crow Releases 2019 Year in Review 2019-12-30 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Jason Crow C001121 crow.house.gov     legacy Rep. Jason Crow Releases 2019 Year in Review By the Numbers 59,214 responses to constituent emails, letters, and calls 250+ community events attended $25 million secured in federal grants 17 bills, amendments, and resolutions introduced including 7 bills passing the House and 3 bills enacted into law 15 town halls and Crow on Your Corners 536 constituents helped $1.03 million returned to constituents through casework Key Legislative Wins Promoting Energy Efficiency: This month, Crow'sSAVE Energy Act was signed into law. The law follows Colorado's lead in making energy efficiency a priority by providing homeowners with a tax credit upwards of $500 for investing in energy-efficient improvements such as better windows, doors, roofing, insulation, and HVAC systems. Cracking Down on Dark Money: Crow's first bill in Congress, the End Dark Money Act, which passed the House in early March, would close the loophole that allows mega-donors to hide their identities. Protecting Our Planet: Crow's bipartisan bill, theMilitary Installation Resilience Assuredness (MIRA) Act, ensures we understand the threat climate change poses to our national security and was successfully enacted into law. This fall, Crow launched the Sustainable Power Initiative, a series of roundtable discussions to bring together military leaders, policy experts, and industry innovators to discuss how to improve energy efficiency and resiliency at the Department of Defense. Standing up to the Gun Lobby: From Columbine to Aurora, Colorado 6th's district has been ripped apart by gun violence. As co-chair of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, Crow worked hard to pass H.R. 8, the bipartisan background checks bill, and introduced the Colorado Loophole Act to make sure someone can't buy a gun if they aren't allowed to in their home state.The bill was a direct response following the Columbine anniversary scare on the front range. Addressing Skyrocketing Prescription… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-neguse-breaks-records-in-his-first-year-in-office Congressman Neguse Breaks Records In His First Year in Office 2019-12-30 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Joe Neguse N000191 neguse.house.gov     legacy Introduces Most Bills of Any Freshman Lawmaker, Launches Service Town Hall Initiative, Hosts Senior Congressional Officials in the 2nd District Washington, D.C. In his first 12 months in Congress, Congressman Joe Neguse has taken Washington by storm, introducing a record 30 pieces of legislationmore than any other freshman lawmakerholding 24 town halls, launching a first-of-its-kind service town hall initiative, and passing major Colorado wilderness legislation out of the U.S. House of Representatives. Before even being sworn in, Neguse was selected by his freshman colleagues to serve as a Co-Representative for the class at the Leadership table, where he joins other members of leadership in making decisions for the Democratic caucus. He also serves a Vice Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus and a Vice Chair of the Judiciary Subcommittee on Antitrust, Commercial and Administrative Law. In his first year, Congressman Neguse has introduced 30 pieces of legislation, four of which have been signed into law by the President,including legislation to fund rural schools in Colorado's mountain communities, legislation to protect wildlife in the Platte River Basin, a provision to ensure water access for the town of Minturn at the Bolts Ditch Headgate in Eagle County and a provision that incorporates approximately 124 acres adjacent to Rocky Mountain National Park into Arapaho National Forest. Additionally, Neguse has introduced bipartisan legislation to invest in regenerative agriculture research, cut red tape to expand affordable housing opportunities, ensure helicopter safety, make the transfer process easier for college students and build the first-ever outdoor monument to honor the women's suffrage movement in Washington D.C. He's worked alongside county commissioners, city leaders, local housing authorities, higher education institutions and constituents across the district for each bill he's introduced to help meet tangible needs for communities in the district. See a full list of bills introduced here, i… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://lamborn.house.gov/media/press-releases/lamborn-announces-staff-changes-his-washington-dc-and-colorado-springs-offices Lamborn Announces Staff Changes in His Washington D.C. and Colorado Springs Offices 2019-12-27 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Doug Lamborn L000564 lamborn.house.gov     legacy Contact: Cassandra Sebastian (719) 520-0055 Washington D.C. - Congressman Doug Lamborn announced the following staff changes in his Washington D.C. and Colorado Springs offices: District Director: Joshua Hosler Joshua Hosler has joined the Colorado Springs office as the District Director for Congressman Doug Lamborn. A native of Jefferson, Ohio, Joshua served in the United States Marine Corps from 2007-2011 with 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines based out of Kne'ohe, Hawai'i. A veteran of OIF and OEF, Joshua deployed to Al Asad (Anbar Province) Iraq in 2009 as a Team Leader for Weapons Platoon, Company I, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines and deployed again in 2010 to Afghanistan's Helmand province serving as an Assistant Platoon Leader and dog handler, with Weapons Platoon, Company I, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines. After his honorable discharge, he attended Gannon University in Erie, Pennsylvania, and graduated with a degree in Political Science. Joshua moved to Colorado to serve as the Regional Director for the Beauprez for Governor campaign in 2014 and then served as the El Paso County Republican Party Chairman from 2017-2019. He and his wife Kayelyn have two children and are expecting another next year. Legislative Assistant: Peter Holland Peter Holland recently joined the Washington, D.C. office as a Legislative Assistant handling the values portfolio, including pro-life and religious liberty issues. Peter graduated from Pensacola Christian College with a degree in Political Science and previously served as a Legislative Assistant in Congressman Matt Gaetz's office. Congressman Lamborn issued the following statement: "I welcome Joshua and Peter onto my team and look forward to working with both of these talented, dedicated, hardworking individuals. My entire staff does an amazing job serving the constituents of Colorado's Fifth Congressional District. Their assistance will be critical as I work to protect Colorado families, the Constitution, and individual freedoms." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://lamborn.house.gov/media/press-releases/christmas-greetings-lamborn-family Christmas Greetings from the Lamborn Family 2019-12-25 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Doug Lamborn L000564 lamborn.house.gov     legacy Contact: Cassandra Sebastian (719) 520-0055 Colorado Springs, CO - On this Christmas day, Congressman Lamborn issued the following statement: "As we celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jeanie and I wish you and your family the warmest blessings of a Merry Christmas. We give thanks for Jesus' gift of 'peace on Earth and good will toward man' through the sacrifice He made for us all. As you celebrate the glory of this miraculous season, may your home be filled with His love, peace, and joy!" "Then the angel said to them, 'Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.' " Luke 2:10 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senator-gardner-wishes-coloradans-a-merry-christmas Senator Gardner Wishes Coloradans a Merry Christmas 2019-12-25 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) released the following message onChristmasDay: NOTE:Clickhereor the picture above to view aChristmasmessage from Senator Gardner. As we gather to celebrate the holidays, I hope we'll take a moment to thank those amongst us who give so much to our country, to celebrate the blessings of the past year, and look forward to the year ahead. Thank you to the service members, men and women across the country and around the globe, who won't be home forChristmas, but will be standing on the front lines for our freedom,said Senator Gardner.Surrounded by friends and family, I hope we'll all have a chance to cherish our beloved moments and our favorite memories. Whether it's the Gardner family opening the stockings onChristmasmorning or celebrating with the family onChristmasEve, each and every one of us has a special moment that we look forward to every year. Enjoy the holidays, this special time of the year, and from all of us in the Gardner family to all of you MerryChristmas, God bless Colorado and this great United States of America. ### Cory Gardner is a member of the U.S. Senate serving Colorado. He sits on the Energy & Natural Resources Committee, the Foreign Relations Committee, the Commerce, Science, & Transportation Committee, and is the Chairman of the Subcommittee on East Asia, the Pacific, and International Cybersecurity Policy. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://tipton.house.gov/media/press-releases/tipton-announces-2020-us-service-academy-nominations Tipton Announces 2020 U.S. Service Academy Nominations 2019-12-24 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Scott Tipton T000470 tipton.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON D.C. Congressman Scott Tipton (CO-03) announced the names of 22 students from Colorado's Third Congressional District who received a Service Academy nomination. The individuals were selected based on meeting or exceeding the rigorous requirements of the respective academy and Congressman Tipton's office. Colorado has a long history of its bravest citizens volunteering to serve in the U.S. Military, and it is my great honor to select the best and brightest students across our district to attend our nation's prestigious military academies, said Tipton. Each and every one of these students have unequivocally demonstrated their unique qualifications to serve as future military leaders. I could not be more proud of their accomplishments and wish them all the very best as they answer the call to serve our nation. Congressman Scott Tipton's Academy Nominations for the Third Congressional District: U.S. Military Academy (Army) Jacob Hemard Palisade, CO Jacy Werner Steamboat Springs, CO Canden Wilkinson Steamboat Springs, CO Air Force Academy Jeremiah Garcia Pueblo, CO Annmarie Hackworthy Steamboat Springs, CO* Jack Jones Delta, CO* Erik Krauth New Castle, CO* Riley Prichard Colorado City, CO Benjamin Sceats Glenwood Springs, CO Cole Simmons Montrose, CO* Dayton Sofka Olathe, CO U.S. Naval Academy Nicholas Burke Grand Junction, CO* Maggie Friemel Glenwood Springs, CO Noah Grady Pueblo West, CO* Thomas O'Connor Pueblo West, CO Timothy Perez Pueblo, CO* Alana Schaak Colorado City, CO* Davey Stanfield-Brown Glenwood Springs, CO* Mackenzie Younker Grand Junction, CO Merchant Marine Academy Ian Barnes Fruita, CO* Aidan Partch Glenwood Springs, CO* Simon Varela Austin, CO *Received a nomination to multiple academies. Students in the Third District who are considering applying to a U.S. Service Academy can find more information on the nomination process at: https://tipton.house.gov/serving-you/military-academy-nominations. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-joe-neguse-applauds-governor-polis-pardon-for-ingrid-encalada-latorre Congressman Joe Neguse Applauds Governor Polis Pardon for Ingrid Encalada LaTorre 2019-12-23 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Joe Neguse N000191 neguse.house.gov     legacy December 23, 2019 Congressman Joe Neguse Applauds Governor Polis Pardon for Ingrid Encalada LaTorre Washington, D.C.Today, Congressman Joe Neguse issued a statement applauding Governor Polis's pardon of Ingrid Encalada LaTorre, who has been in sanctuary for two years at Unitarian Universalist Church in Boulder. In June, Congressman Neguse introduceda private billfor the relief of Ingrid in the U.S. House of Representatives, which called for her deportation proceeding to stop as she prepared her pardon application and sought for a path to permanent lawful residency. I applaud Governor Polis's decision to issue a pardon for Ingrid Encalada LaTorre. Throughout their time in sanctuary, Ingrid and her children have become an integral part of our community in Boulder County, and Ingrid has worked diligently to educate those around her about social security theft and ensure her case is not repeated. This pardon will offer both her and her family a second chance. I am tremendously grateful for the Governor's efforts, and we look forward to working with the Governor's Office as we continue our advocacy for Ingrid at the Federal level. To highlight her case and the need for action at the state and Federal level, in September of this year Congressman Negusevisited Ingrid in sanctuary shortly after the birth of her third child, alongside Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Next Article Previous Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?id=E302C7B9-D1CF-46E1-AD96-6455CCB2C9AC Bennet Announces Support for U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement 2019-12-23 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Michael Bennet B001267 www.bennet.senate.gov     legacy Denver Today, Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a member of the Senate Finance Committee, released the following statement announcing his support for the new United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which will replace the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA): I've long said that we should modernize NAFTA. The final USMCA brings our trade policies into the 21st century, and I am optimistic that it will strengthen labor and environmental standards in North America. Any trade agreement must expand opportunity for American workers and their families, and I commend the Democratic negotiators for securing enforcement tools that the Trump Administration initially left out to make this a much better deal for workers. The USMCA also provides some certainty for Colorado's farmers and ranchers who have spent the last three years wondering whether President Trump would drive away another customer, or sacrifice another market to a foreign competitor with his feckless trade war which has inflicted real and lasting damage on their bottom line. As a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, and as a coauthor of two bipartisan farm bills, I understand the importance of stability and certainty for American producers. I also recognize that much more needs to be done to expand access to growing foreign markets instead of simply maintaining the ones we already have. While modernizing this agreement is a step in the right direction, moremust be done to create trade policies that expand opportunities for American workers, businesses, farmers, and ranchers. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-marks-the-start-of-hanukkah Gardner Marks the Start of Hanukkah 2019-12-22 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Today U.S. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) issued the following statement marking the first night of Hanukkah: Happy Hanukkah to the Jewish community across Colorado and the United States,said Senator Gardner.This is a time to join together with family members and loved ones, and I hope everyone celebrating has a blessed holiday season." ### Cory Gardner is a member of the U.S. Senate serving Colorado. He sits on the Energy & Natural Resources Committee, the Foreign Relations Committee, the Commerce, Science, & Transportation Committee, and is the Chairman of the Subcommittee on East Asia, the Pacific, and International Cybersecurity Policy. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/2019/12/20/congressman-neguse-introduces-bipartisan-bill-to-increase-access-to-specialized-hearing-devices Congressman Neguse Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Increase Access to Specialized Hearing Devices 2019-12-20 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Joe Neguse N000191 neguse.house.gov     legacy December 20, 2019 Congressman Neguse Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Increase Access to Specialized Hearing Devices Washington, D.C.Today Congressman Joe Neguse, who represents Colorado's 2nd Congressional District and serves as a member of House Leadership, introduced legislation, co-lead by Congressman David McKinley (R-WV) and Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA), to ensure that private insurance companies provide coverage for osseointegrated hearing devices (OIDs), including bone anchored hearing aids (BAHA) and cochlear implants. The bill comes from a family in Broomfield whose daughter requires these devices. Ally, a ten-year-old from Broomfield, Colorado and a constituent of Congressman Neguse's, was born without a right ear or hearing canal and therefore requires the use of a BAHA. After Ally's insurance company denied coverage of her hearing device, her mother Melissa formed the organization Ear Community to help advocate for insurance coverage of these hearing devices to ensure no person is left unable to hear because of private insurance companies' refusal to provide coverage. The bill is titled Ally's Act in her honor. For Ally and others with varying modes of hearing loss, OIDs are miraculous devices that create opportunities for them to actively participate in our communities, said Congressman Neguse. I am honored to have the opportunity to work alongside Melissa and Ally to create better access to these devices for individuals throughout our nation. We must ensure that insurance coverage for hearing devices is consistent and fair, to ensure every child can thrive and obtain the healthcare they deserve Hearing device insurance coverage needs to be consistent, offering coverage for all ages on a national level. With a bill in place, we are one step closer to achieving the goal of creating improved, equitable hearing healthcare, said Melissa Tumblin, Executive Director and Founder of Ear Community. Hearing is fundamental to early education and speech development and needs to be provided for all t… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-neguse-bill-to-protect-platte-river-basin-wildlife-signed-into-law Congressman Neguse Bill to Protect Platte River Basin Wildlife Signed Into Law 2019-12-20 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Joe Neguse N000191 neguse.house.gov     legacy December 20, 2019 Congressman Neguse Bill to Protect Platte River Basin Wildlife Signed Into Law Washington, D.C. Today, the bipartisan and bicameral legislation led by Congressman Joe Neguse to protect Colorado wildlife in the Platte River basin was signed into law by the President. ThePlatte River Recovery Implementation Program Extension Act, which Neguse introduced in June, was included in the end-of-year minibus package that will fund the Departments of Agriculture, Labor, Energy, Interior, State, Housing and Urban Development, Veterans Affairs and the Legislative Branch. The legislation is co-led by Congressman Doug Lamborn and was supported by the full delegations of Colorado, Nebraska and Wyoming. Over the last 13 years, thePlatte River Recovery Implementation Programhas allowed dozens of water projects in Colorado, Wyoming and Nebraska to comply with the Endangered Species Act and continue operating, which has revitalized bird species, including the whooping crane, piping plover and least tern as well as the pallid sturgeon fish. This legislation from Neguse will allow the program to continue for the next 13 years with financial support from the Bureau of Reclamation. This marks the third piece of legislation from Congressman Neguse to be signed into law by this President. Earlier this year, theBolts Ditch Access and Use ActandArapaho National Forest Boundary Adjustment Act, two bills led by Neguse that benefitthe2nd Congressional District were signed into law. The Platte River Recovery Implementation Program has been serving endangered species of the Platte River Basin for thirteen years. Extending this program to allow for water management and habitat conservation goals to be completed is essential, saidCongressman Joe Neguse.I'm proud to shepherd the passage of this legislation through the House of Representatives and ecstatic to see it signedinto law. Over the past decade, the Platte Program has become a model for collaborative endangered species recovery programs, saidJason Farnsworth, Ex… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-neguse-bill-to-secure-funding-for-rural-schools-in-colorado-mountain-communities-signed-into-law Congressman Neguse Bill to Secure Funding for Rural Schools in Colorado Mountain Communities Signed Into Law 2019-12-20 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Joe Neguse N000191 neguse.house.gov     legacy December 20, 2019 Congressman Neguse Bill to Secure Funding for Rural Schools in Colorado Mountain Communities Signed Into Law Washington, D.C. Today, bipartisan legislation led by Congressman Joe Neguse to secure funding for rural schools in Colorado mountain counties was signed into law by the President. TheSecure Rural Schools Extension Act, which Neguse introduced in May, was included in the end-of-year minibus package that will fund the Departments of Agriculture, Labor, Energy, Interior, State, Housing and Urban Development, Veterans Affairs and the Legislative Branch. The bill, co-led with Congresswoman Cathy McMorris-Rodgers will extend the Secure Rural Schools programthrough Fiscal Year 2020.The Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act (SRS) was first introduced in 2000 to assist counties containing tracts of federally-owned land that are tax-exempt. The program provides payments derived in part through timber receipts and other leasing activities within National Forests back to county governments where those forests are located. The Secure Rural Schools (SRS) program is a primary source of funding for schools, mountain search and rescue, road maintenance and other services that Coloradans rely on. We are obligated to maintain this program which provides for these integral services, saidCongressman Joe Neguse.I'm proud to see this legislation signed into law. The Secure Rural School (SRS) funding is a vital part of West Grand School District's annual budgetary planning. The funding supports our efforts to provide updated technology access for all students and teachers, ensure safe and healthy learning environments, provide essential professional development for our entire team, and enable further maintenance and repair to school facilities and transportation, saidDarrin Peppard, Superintendent for West Grand 1JT School District.As a district, we are committed to excellence in learning, leadership, and engagement for all. SRS funding gives us an important support in achieving … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-neguse-introduces-bipartisan-bicameral-legislation-to-invest-in-startups-and-small-businesses Congressman Neguse Introduces Bipartisan Bicameral Legislation to Invest in Startups and Small Businesses 2019-12-20 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Joe Neguse N000191 neguse.house.gov     legacy December 20, 2019 Congressman Neguse Introduces Bipartisan Bicameral Legislation to Invest in Startups and Small Businesses Washington, D.C. Today, Congressman Joe Neguse, who represents Colorado's 2nd Congressional District and serves on House Leadership, introduced bipartisan bicameral legislation to double the refundable research and development (R&D) tax credit for startups and extend it to more small businesses. The R&D tax credit supports the efforts of businesses to invest in the development of new, innovative products that lead to job creation and a stronger economy. From tech companies in Boulder and Fort Collins to the famous ski resorts in Vail and Breckenridge, to small businesses across Colorado's 2nd District, many of which I have had the pleasure of visiting, our district is known around the nation for our innovation and entrepreneurship, said Congressman Joe Neguse. When we invest in creativity and innovation, we are investing in economic opportunity and growth for future generations. Expanding the R&D tax credit not only helps these innovative businesses succeed, but it also has the ripple effect of growing our economy as a whole. Small business continues to be the economic and job growth engine of the economy, said Seth Levine, Partner at Boulder-based investment firm Foundry Group. This bipartisan legislation championed by Rep Neguse will help spur investment by businesses in the R&D activities that will drive their future growth and success. The bipartisan Research and Development Tax Credit Expansion Act would expand the R&D tax credit for new and small businesses by doubling the refundability of the credit from $250,000 to $500,000, extending the credit to all small businesses with less than $10 million in annual revenue, and expanding how the refundable credit is claimed against payroll taxes. The legislation also strengthens incentives for startups to increase R&D investment and removes barriers that limit startups' ability to claim the credit. Legislatio… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-neguse-secures-important-funding-for-communities-in-colorados-2nd-district-in-fy2020-budget Congressman Neguse Secures Important Funding for Communities in Colorados 2nd District in FY2020 Budget 2019-12-20 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Joe Neguse N000191 neguse.house.gov     legacy December 20, 2019 Congressman Neguse Secures Important Funding for Communities in Colorado's 2nd District in FY2020 Budget Washington, D.C. Today, Congressman Joe Neguse, who represents Colorado's 2nd Congressional District and serves in House Leadership, secured key funding prioritiesforColorado's public lands, federal labs, education, zero-emission transportation options, rural broadband, affordable housing and more in the twoend-of-yearspendingbills signed into law by the President. Forthe last several months we have been advocatingforcommunities across the 2nd Congressional District, saidCongressman Joe Neguse.I am proud that we were able to secure key funding in the FY2020 budgetforColorado's many federal labs, increased fundingforthe Individuals with Disabilities Act and Secure Rural Schools programs, funding to conserve our public lands, invest in science and protect the environment. Two original bills from Congressman Neguse were included in theend-of-yearspendingpackage and signed into law by the President today, thePlatte River Recovery Implementation Program Extension Actwill allow water projects across the Platte River Basin to comply with theEndangered Species Act, and theSecure Rural Schools Extension Actwill provide needed fundingforColorado's mountain communities. Additionally, Congressman Neguse helped secure the following provisions in the FY2020 budget: Investments in education: $12.76 billion, an increaseof$400 millionforIndividuals with Disabilities Education Act $7 millionforopen textbooks pilot program Investments in federal science $590 million, an increaseof$24 million over FY19, or 4% increaseforNOAA'sOfficeofOceanic Atmospheric Research $118 million, increaseof$12 million over FY19, or 11% increaseforNIST Construction and Research Facilities $754 million, increaseof$29 million over FY19, or 4% increaseforNIST Scientific and Technical Research and Services $48 million, a $4 million increase over FY19, or 9% increaseforthe NASA Space Grant program $8.28 billio… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://perlmutter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4797 Perlmutter Recaps Work on Behalf of Constituents, District in 2019 Year-End Report 2019-12-20 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Ed Perlmutter P000593 perlmutter.house.gov     legacy Perlmutter Recaps Work on Behalf of Constituents, District in 2019 Year-End Report f t # e Lakewood, Colo., December 20, 2019 Lakewood, Colo. U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter (CO-07) released his annual end of year report for 2019, which details the office's work on behalf of the people of the 7th Congressional District and Colorado. My staff and I work hard to make sure we do the best job we can for the people of the 7th Congressional District. It was a privilege to serve the people in my district and in Colorado, and I look forward to continuing to serve my constituents and community in 2020, said Perlmutter. In 2019, Perlmutter and his staff completed 879 constituent cases, securing more than $226,366 in owed benefits and savings for constituents. The office hosted 32 events with 18,500 attendees - including hosting its 100th Government in the Grocery event - and responded to more than 66,000 calls, emails and letters. Perlmutter introduced six pieces of legislation with the SAFE Banking Act passing the House and an amendment for Rocky Flats workers signed into law. f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?id=3A17938B-A6E6-46CF-8651-252975AC5095 One Year After 2018 Farm Bill Signed into Law, Bennet Highlights Accomplishments, Progress for Colorado 2019-12-20 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Michael Bennet B001267 www.bennet.senate.gov     legacy Denver One year after the president signed into law the bipartisan Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (2018 Farm Bill), Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Conservation, Forestry, and Natural Resources, today celebrated the progress made to implement key Colorado priorities in the Farm Bill, and highlighted work that still needs to be done. After years of work in Colorado and with my colleagues on the Agriculture Committee, passing the 2018 Farm Bill was a major victory for Colorado's farmers and ranchers, said Bennet. One year later, I'm excited about the ongoing efforts to implement the bill, and its potential to expand economic opportunity in our rural communities from improving forest health to investing in local food systems. I look forward to continuing this work with Coloradans and the USDA as they fully implement the Farm Bill. In 2019, Bennet has led the fight to ensure key Colorado priorities in the 2018 Farm Bill are fully and effectively implemented, including: Conserving Land and Water Bennet led a bipartisan coalition of Western senators in calling on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to implement water conservation tools that he secured in the 2018 Farm Bill, and establish a Western Drought Initiative. Bennet applauded a $1.6 USDA grant awarded to the Colorado Conservation Tillage Association (CCTA) to implement a farmer-led initiative focused on soil health and regenerative management systems. The CCTA was selected to receive funding through a new component of the Conservation Innovation Grants thatBennet helped establish and securefunding for in the Farm Bill. Bennet previouslysent a letterto Matthew Lohr, Chief of USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), in support of the CCTA's proposal. Bennet announced an $817,000 USDA grant to Boulder-based Mad Agriculture to assist farmers who are transitioning to regenerative and organic farming. Forest a… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?id=3E6DF20D-4311-409A-8591-FFB6ADC38C58 Bennet, Senate Colleagues Reintroduce the Bipartisan AIM HIGH Act 2019-12-20 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Michael Bennet B001267 www.bennet.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, along with U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Jon Tester (D-Mont.), and Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), announced the reintroduction of the Accessible Instructional Materials in Higher Education (AIM HIGH) Act to develop voluntary guidelines that schools can use to ensure that educational technology is accessible to students with disabilities. Every student deserves the opportunity to learn, and it is crucial we make materials and technologies accessible to students with disabilities at their college or university, said Bennet. This legislation would provide guidelines for higher education institutions to help remove barriers and ensure every student can participate. The AIM HIGH Act would establish a commission of teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders to develop guidelines on accessibility for instructional technologies that colleges and universities use. The bill would also create a pilot program so that institutions of higher education could test these guidelines on a voluntary basis. Currently, not all technologies used at colleges and universities are accessible to students with disabilities, even though non-discrimination laws require accessibility. Federal non-discrimination laws were drafted long before the use of electronic instructional materials and other technologies on college campuses became widespread, and they do not contain the performance criteria or specifications that are necessary for evaluating the accessibility of electronic materials. The AIM HIGH Act builds on a 2011 report from the federal Advisory Commission on Accessible Instructional Materials in Postsecondary Education for Students with Disabilities, which identified the need for guidelines on accessible electronic instructional materials and technologies. The AIM HIGH Act was first introduced in 2014. The full text of the bill is available HERE. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?id=C2329696-6C29-47AF-9CD0-827A43C96F10 Bennet Office Holds Listening Sessions in Every Colorado County in 2019 2019-12-20 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Michael Bennet B001267 www.bennet.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. As 2019 comes to a close, Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet announced that his team held listening sessions in all 64 Colorado counties this year. Bennet invited constituents to meet with his team in-person to listen to concerns, respond to questions, and help constituents in dealing with the IRS, Social Security Administration, Veterans Administration, or other federal agencies. Topics discussed at the listening sessions ranged from ensuring a full and fair 2020 Census count and the affordability of higher education, to expanding broadband in rural areas and Farm Bill implementation. There's not a greater responsibility than hearing from and helping our constituents in every corner of Colorado which is why my team held listening sessions in every Colorado county, just as they've done in previous years, said Bennet. Being a voice for Coloradans in Washington is at the heart of my commitment to the public. No matter what, constituents should always reach out to our office with any questions, concerns, opinions, and requests. Bennet's office held over 180 community office hours as part of the 2019 listening sessions. A full list of sessions held across the state is available HERE. Last month, Bennet held a town hall in Denver where he discussed a range of topics with constituents, including climate change, campaign finance, and immigration. Constituent services will remain a top priority for Bennet and his team in 2020, with plans to hold another listening session tour in the new year. Outside of listening sessions, constituents are always welcome to submit requestsonlineor call any of Bennet'sstatewide offices for assistance or to share a concern. Appointments are recommended, but not required, and walk-ins are welcome. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-blunt-klobuchar-cortez-masto-measure-to-boost-jobs-support-travel-and-tourism-passes-senate-heads-to-presidents-desk Gardner, Blunt, Klobuchar, Cortez Masto Measure to Boost Jobs, Support Travel & Tourism Passes Senate, Heads to President’s Desk 2019-12-20 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senators Cory Gardner (R-CO), Roy Blunt (R-MO), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) applauded the inclusion of their legislation to reauthorize Brand USA in the year-end funding vehicle, which passed the Senate on Thursday. Brand USA is a public-private partnership that enhances tourism across the country by promoting international travel to the United States. The legislation now heads to the President's desk to be signed into law. Reauthorization of Brand USA is exciting news for Colorado's tourism industry, which has exploded in growth as more than 80 million visitors each year travel to ski our world-class resorts, enjoy the great outdoors, and experience the real American West, said Senator Gardner. Colorado shines as one of the nation's top-ten most visited states, with direct flights to Denver International Airport from countries like Canada, Japan, the United Kingdom, and Germany. This bill will boost further tourism by strengthening the Brand USA program, which is the promotion agency for U.S. tourism and operates at no cost to the U.S. taxpayer. I look forward to seeing this legislation signed into law and helping grow the U.S. tourism industry, which generates more than $20 billion in annual spending in Colorado. Missouri's tourism industry supports more than 300,000 jobs and contributes billions of dollars to our economy, said Senator Blunt. Reauthorizing Brand USA will help ensure we remain competitive in the international tourism industry, and will bring even more visitors to attractions, restaurants, and hotels in Missouri and across the nation. Tourism is an important aspect of Minnesota's economy and the beauty and wilderness of our state has attracted visitors from around the world for decades, said Senator Klobuchar. The spending agreement will help ensure that Brand USA can fulfill its mission of encouraging travelers from around the world to visit Minnesota. Brand USA has a proven track record of boosting international tourism and creating good-pa… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senate-passes-gardner-va-accountability-legislation Senate Passes Gardner VA Accountability Legislation 2019-12-20 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. On December 19, 2019, the Senate unanimously passed S. 221, the VA Provider Accountability Act, which was introduced by U.S. Senators Cory Gardner (R-CO), Joe Manchin (D-WV), Jerry Moran (R-KS), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), and Susan Collins (R-ME). The Senators introduced S. 221 earlier this year to bring much needed accountability to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The legislation will now be referred to the House of Representatives forconsideration. A troubling GAO report from 2017 revealed an unacceptable trend of VA facilities failing to report providers who made major medical errors to the National Practitioner Data Bank and the relevant state licensing boards responsible for tracking dangerous practitioners. As a result, these practitioners can go into private practice or move across state lines without disclosing prior mistakes to patients or state regulators. A 2017 USA Today story uncovered specific, horrific medical care failures and mistakes that the VA allowed to continue and concealed. On May 22, 2019, the Comptroller General of the United States (GAO) testified before the House Veterans Affairs Committee Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations that since the 2017 GAO report the VA has failed to implement recommendations regarding appropriate reporting to state licensing boards. These concerns were reiterated in an October 16, 2019 GAO report. The VA Provider Accountability Act would solve this problem by requiring the VA to inform the National Practitioner Data Bank and state licensing boards of major adverse actions committed by medical providers at the VA. Additionally, it would prevent the VA from signing settlements with fired employees to hide major medical mistakes in their personnel files. The vast majority of VA employees and medical providers provide exceptional care to our veterans and we are grateful for their service, said Senator Gardner. However, there is no excuse for allowing certain medical providers with a history of committing major medical errors to c… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://buck.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/ken-buck-applauds-passage-usmca Ken Buck Applauds the Passage of USMCA 2019-12-19 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Ken Buck B001297 buck.house.gov     legacy For Immediate Release Thursday, December 19, 2019 Contact: 202-225-4676 Washington, D.C. Today, Congressman Ken Buck voted in support of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), a mutually beneficial trade deal that will grow our economy and ensure American workers and businesses are not being left behind. In order to build and sustain a prosperous middle class, America needs modernized trade deals that recognize the realities of the global economy. Following passage in the House, Congressman Buck issued the following: The USMCA is crucial for the future of American prosperity, as well as our farmers, manufacturers, innovators, and those who continue to stimulate future economic growth. After months of delay, I'm glad to see it pass the House and hope my Senate colleagues act quickly. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://lamborn.house.gov/media/press-releases/passage-usmca Passage of USMCA 2019-12-19 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Doug Lamborn L000564 lamborn.house.gov     legacy Contact: Cassandra Sebastian (719) 520-0055 Washington D.C. - Today, the United States House of Representatives voted to pass the United States- Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) negotiated by President Trump on October 1, 2018. Canada and Mexico are two of the biggest trading partners for the United States. Facts about USMCA: Over $68 billion in new economic growth 176,000 new jobs Digital trade deal established First update to North American trade in 25 years Colorado exported $2.7 billion worth of products to Canada and Mexico in 2018 Congressman Lamborn issued the following statement upon voting for the USMCA: "After months of stalling, Speaker Pelosi has finally brought the USMCA to the House Floor for a vote. I am glad that President Trump has negotiated a great new trade deal between the United States and our two biggest trading partners, Canada, and Mexico. Trade with Mexico and Canada is vital to our economy and my home state of Colorado. USMCA will drive higher wages, add thousands of new jobs, and bring over 68 billion in new economic growth for our economy. While not a perfect agreement, this crucial trade deal is vital to strengthening our relationship with our North American trade partners, while still holding Canada and Mexico accountable." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://perlmutter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4763 Perlmutter Statement in Support of USMCA 2019-12-19 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Ed Perlmutter P000593 perlmutter.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter (CO-07) today issued the following statement in support of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), the renegotiated North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA): I applaud the work of the House Democratic USMCA Working Group and their negotiations with the Trump administration resulting in several key improvements to the original agreement.The USMCA now includes strengthened labor rule enforcement and commitments, creates new mechanisms for monitoring environmental standards compliance, and improves the state-to-state resolution process. In addition, the USMCA modernizes NAFTA to reflect the 21st century economy, specifically on digital trade, intellectual property, and market access. Trade is a key component of the Colorado economy, with North American trade supporting more than 220,000 Colorado jobs. These improved trade rules under USMCA will help more Colorado manufacturers, farmers, and ranchers export their products to Canada and Mexico tariff-free, improve worker protections, increase environmental protections across the continent, and benefit Colorado's growing tech and startup community. I am supporting this updated trade agreement because it's stronger and helps support U.S. businesses, consumers and workers. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://tipton.house.gov/media/press-releases/passing-usmca-welcome-christmas-present Passing USMCA a Welcome Christmas Present 2019-12-19 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Scott Tipton T000470 tipton.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTONToday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) after more than a year since leaders of the three countries signed the deal. USMCA required implementing legislation to become law. Congressman Scott Tipton (CO-03) supported the measure and released the following statement: USMCA will significantly improve trade flows, benefitting small businesses, farmers and all Coloradans. The American economy has transformed dramatically in the 25 years since the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) was signed into law. NAFTA has failed to keep pace with certain elements of our rapidly expanding economy including digital trade flows, manufacturing and access to markets for American agricultural products. Last year, Colorado exported more than $2.7 billion worth of goods to Canada and Mexico and passing USMCA is sure to keep that number growing. This is a welcome Christmas present for our economy, and I look forward to improving trade policies that benefit Colorado's Third Congressional District. Background: In 2018, Colorado exported $1.4 and $1.3 billion to Canada and Mexico respectively. Total trade exports to other nations in 2017 (the latest available figure from the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative) from Pueblo was approximately $230.3 million, and Grand Junction $79.4 million, the two largest metropolitan areas in Colorado's Third Congressional District. USMCA allows for greater market access for American dairy and poultry exports to Canada. On September 25, 2019, Tipton sent a letter to Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue to address a reciprocal market access issue between American potatoes and Mexican avocados. The market issue has largely been tied up in the Mexican federal courts, but Sec. Perdue assured Tipton that once resolved, they will work to enforce a 2003 deal the two countries made. On December 9, 2019, Tipton joined a letter to Speaker Pelosi with 159 Republicans in the House to urge a vote on USMCA. Tipton has received nume… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?id=DD64F700-D3F8-45E4-9542-36675B77C0A7 Senate Approves Top Bennet Priorities in Government Spending Bills 2019-12-19 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Michael Bennet B001267 www.bennet.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. With funding for federal government operations set to expire at midnight on Friday, the U.S. Senate this afternoon approved two spending bills to fund the federal government for the remainder of fiscal year 2020, which began on October 1, 2019. Both bills are expected to be signed into law before the Friday night deadline. The spending bills include key Colorado priorities championed by Senator Michael Bennet, including: Election Security Grants The spending package appropriated $425 million in new federal grants for election security. The package also includes an additional $6 million for the Election Assistance Commission (EAC), the federal agency charged with promoting security standards and best practices for voting machines and election administration. Last month, Bennet led a letter with 38 senators urging increased funding for election security and the Election Administration Commission in line with the House-approved levels. Recently, he shared with Senate leaders a letter he received from the nonpartisan Colorado County Clerks Association calling on Congress to increase federal funding for election security. Expansion of H-2B Visas The package gives the Department of Homeland Security the discretion to expand the number of H-2B visas authorized annually. The H-2B visa program is critical for filling workforce gaps across all four corners of Colorado. Bennet, who has long championed relieving the cap on the number of H-2B visas, recently joined the entire Colorado delegation in urging Congressional leaders to include cap relief in the year-end spending package. Extension of Secure Rural Schools Program Based on legislation cosponsored by Bennet, the spending package includes a two-year extension of the Secure Rural Schools program. This program supports public schools, public road, forest health projects, emergency services, and other essential county services in more than 775 counties around the country, including 43 in Colorado. Bennet has long supported reauthorizing and fundin… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-and-colleagues-urge-un-ambassador-to-impose-sanctions-maximum-pressure-on-north-korea Gardner and Colleagues Urge U.N. Ambassador to Impose Sanctions, Maximum Pressure on North Korea 2019-12-19 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S.Senator CoryGardner (R-CO), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on East Asia, the Pacific, and International Cybersecurity Policy, sent a letter to U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Kelly Craft urging she make clear the Trump administration intends to fully implement the maximum pressure policy on North Korea and impose sanctions as required by law.The letter was also signed by U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-IN), Marco Rubio (R-FL), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Joni Ernst (R-IA), and Tom Cotton (R-AR), who all serve on either the Senate Foreign Relations Committee or the Senate Armed Services Committee. We write with deep concern regarding recent statements and actions by the Democratic Republic of Korea (DPRK), which seem to indicate the DPRK intends to resume long-range missile tests and other serious provocations in the near future, in violation of multiple United Nations Security Council resolutions,the senators wrote.We urge you to make clear that the Trump Administration intends to fully implement the maximum pressure' policy, including by the continued imposition of sanctions against the DPRK pursuant to U.S. law. We note with regret that the pace of unilateral U.S. designations of entities violating DPRK sanctions has slowed considerably since the Trump-Kim summit diplomacy' began. We urge you to work with your interagency colleagues to fully implement U.S. law. North Korea's ambassador to the United Nations recently stated that North Korea has no intentions to denuclearize, and the comments come as an end-of-the-year deadline set by dictator Kim Jong Un approaches to see progress in negotiations with the United States. Earlier this month, a North Korean official warned it was up to the U.S. to choose what it would receive as a Christmas gift from Pyongyang. The full letter is availablehereand below: Dear Ambassador Craft: We write with deep concern regarding recent statements and actions by the Democratic Republic of Korea (DPRK), which seem to indicate the DPRK int… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-backed-provisions-included-in-senate-approved-national-security-appropriations-bill Gardner Backed Provisions Included in Senate-Approved National Security Appropriations Bill 2019-12-19 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. The U.S. Senate today passed H.R. 1158, the consolidated national security appropriations package for Fiscal Year 2020, with U.S. Senator Cory Gardner's (R-CO) support. This legislation is one of two funding bills that passed the Senate today to fund the government, and it included a number of key priorities backed by Gardner for the state of Colorado. The bills now head to the President's desk to be signed into law. After months of unnecessary delays, I'm pleased the Senate finally passed critical funding for the men and women who serve our country in uniform, said Senator Gardner. This national defense bill provides Colorado's service members with the resources they need to fulfill their missions and supports the future of U.S. Space Command in Colorado, which is currently located at Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado Springs. Additionally, we successfully included first-time funding for the Defense Community Infrastructure Program, more funding to support scientific research in Colorado, and my amendment to ensure law enforcement officers have additional resources to combat the rise of methamphetamine use in our communities. H.R. 1158 contains four appropriations bills: Department of Defense; Commerce, Justice, Science; Financial Services and General Government; and Homeland Security. Colorado priorities Gardner backed in H.R. 1158 include: Financial Services and General Government: $425 million for states to improve election security Department of Defense: Full funding of U.S. Space Command, which is provisionally located at Peterson Air Force Base $40 million for the U.S. Space Force, which Senator Gardner has supported and was formally authorized in the Senate's Fiscal Year 2020 National Defense Authorization Act $50 million for the Defense Community Infrastructure Program, the first time funds are allocated specifically for the DCIP program. Senator Gardner has led this effort in the Senate $30 million for the innovative U.S. Air Force Academy Cyber Accelerator $10 mi… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-markey-applaud-25b-in-government-funding-bill-to-implement-indo-pacific-policy Gardner, Markey Applaud $2.5B in Government Funding Bill to Implement Indo-Pacific Policy 2019-12-19 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senators Cory Gardner (R-CO) and Ed Markey (D-MA), Chairman and Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on East Asia, the Pacific, and International Cybersecurity Policy, today applauded the passage of the State and Foreign Operations, and Related Programs appropriations bill as a part of the end-of-year spending package, which contained $2.5 billion to implement the Gardner-Markey Asia Reassurance Initiative Act (ARIA), the comprehensive Asia policy framework signed into law in December 2018, and the Administration's Indo-Pacific Strategy (IPS). Today's passage of the funding bill and expected signature into law by the President represents the final step in the process to implement the ARIA initiative, which began in 2017 and involved: Eight legislative hearings at the Senate Foreign Relations committee in the 115th Congress and the 116th Congress; unanimous passage by the Senate and the House of Representatives; the President's signature into law; unanimous endorsement by the Senate Appropriations Committee in September; and today's endorsement by the full Congress. $2.5 billion for ARIA/IPS represents nearly 5 percent of the entire Fiscal Year 2020 State and Foreign Operations bill, which funds the State Department, U.S. Agency for International Development, and the U.S. foreign aid budget. Today is a historic day for U.S. foreign policy and a bad day to be a dictator in Pyongyang, a communist in Beijing, or a human rights abuser in Phnom Penh. What began as an idea at our subcommittee with Senator Markey over two years ago today blossomed into a fully-funded generational U.S. policy framework for the Indo-Pacific region that will ensure the United States remains the pre-eminent Pacific power for generations to come, said Senator Gardner. ARIA will allow the U.S. government to speak with one voice to advance our nation's national security, economic interests, and values in the Indo-Pacific, a region critical to the success of our nation as the pre-eminent global sup… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-statement-on-stephen-bieguns-confirmation-as-deputy-secretary-of-state- Gardner Statement on Stephen Biegun’s Confirmation as Deputy Secretary of State 2019-12-19 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on East Asia, the Pacific, and International Cybersecurity Policy, issued the following statement today after the Senate voted 90-3 to confirm Stephen Biegun as the Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of State. Mr. Biegun will continue to serve as the United States Special Representative for North Korea, the capacity in which he has worked closely with the Senate Foreign Relations Committee to achieve the complete, verifiable, and irreversible denuclearization of North Korea. I am grateful for Mr. Biegun's dedicated service to our country and his commitment to advancing American interests and values around the globe, said Senator Gardner. I look forward to working with him closely to address the global challenges that require American leadership, including deterring Kim Jong Un and other two-bit dictators; implementing the National Security Strategy to succeed in great power competition with China and Russia; and confronting terrorism worldwide to keep the American homeland safe. ### Cory Gardner is a member of the U.S. Senate serving Colorado. He sits on the Energy & Natural Resources Committee, the Foreign Relations Committee, the Commerce, Science, & Transportation Committee, and is the Chairman of the Subcommittee on East Asia, the Pacific, and International Cybersecurity Policy. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senate-passed-government-funding-bill-includes-colorado-victories-gardner-priorities Senate-Passed Government Funding Bill Includes Colorado Victories, Gardner Priorities 2019-12-19 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) successfully included a number of Colorado priorities in H.R. 1865, a domestic spending package of appropriations bills, which was approved by the Senate today. This legislation is the first of two funding bills considered by the Senate today to fund the government, and H.R. 1865 now heads to the President's desk to be signed into law. I'm proud that this funding package ties together many of the efforts that I've championed for Colorado this year, said Senator Gardner. These efforts will lower health care costs in Colorado, provide vital resources for our military service members, and help future generations enjoy Colorado's public lands by increasing funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund. This bill will have a direct impact on Colorado communities by fully funding critical services for counties with large amounts of federal land and supporting innovative energy research projects in Colorado. H.R. 1865 includes eight appropriations bills: Labor, Health and Human Services, Education; Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration; Energy and Water Development; Interior, Environment; Legislative Branch; Military Construction, Veterans Affairs; State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs; and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development. Also included in H.R. 1865 was the repeal of the costly Health Insurance Tax (HIT) and Medical Device Tax, which Gardner has long advocated for in order to lower Coloradans' health care costs and foster innovation. Colorado priorities Gardner backed in H.R. 1865 include: Military Construction, Veterans Affairs (VA), and Related Agencies: $71 million for a Company Operations Facility at Fort Carson $60 million for a Consolidated Space Operations Facility at Schriever Air Force Base Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies: Maintains critical funds for resilient dryland farming research Provides funding for Department of Agriculture bureaus tha… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senate-passes-gardner-bennet-bill-to-extend-platte-river-recovery-implementation-program Senate Passes Gardner, Bennet Bill to Extend Platte River Recovery Implementation Program 2019-12-19 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C.Today the U.S. Senate passed a bipartisan bill introduced by Colorado U.S. SenatorsCory Gardner (R) andMichael Bennet (D) to extend thePlatteRiver Recovery Implementation Program (PRRIP) as part of the year-end spending package. The bill was passed by the House of Representatives earlier this week and will now go to the president's desk to be signed into law. ThePlatteRiver Recovery Implementation Program has responsibly protected endangered species living in Colorado's natural habitats,said Senator Gardner.It's a great example of how a partnership between federal, state, and local stakeholders can promote conservation, protect nature and prevent litigation, and I'm pleased to see it reauthorized. ThePlatteRiver in Colorado is the bedrock of our economy and the headwaters for a unique and important ecosystem. ThePlatteRiver Recovery Implementation Program has helped protect endangered species through a collaborative approach with other states and water users in the region,said Senator Bennet.I'm glad to see this effective program extended. Over the past decade, thePlatteProgram has become a model for collaborative endangered species recovery programs,saidJason Farnsworth, Executive Director of thePlatteRiver Recovery Implementation Program.Much of our success stems from the commitment and ongoing support of Program stakeholders who have demonstrated that environmental groups, water users and regulators can work together to benefit the endangered species of thePlattebasin and the people who live here. We are appreciative of the time and effort that has already been expended to navigate the legislative process and look forward to continuing the Program's important work during the Extension. ThePlatteRiver Recovery Implementation Program is an important partnership with resounding benefits to Colorado's economy,said Dan Gibbs, Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources.The Program allows for water development in Colorado's booming Front Range and supports our farming commu… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://buck.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/ken-buck-end-year-spending Ken Buck on End of Year Spending 2019-12-18 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Ken Buck B001297 buck.house.gov     legacy For Immediate Release Wednesday, December 18, 2019 Contact: 202-225-4676 Washington, D.C. Congressman Ken Buck voted against the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020 (H.R. 1158) and the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020 (H.R. 1865) and released the following statement: Democrats released the text of these two bills on Monday afternoon, giving my colleagues and me less than 24 hours to read through 2300 pages of text that spends $1.4 trillion. The bills not only funded pet projects across the country but also included numerous riders like a 7-year authorization of the Export-Import bank and a $6 billion taxpayer bailout for a pension fund. This is the epitome of fiscal irresponsibility. We cannot keep saddling our children and grandchildren with insurmountable debt. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-preside-over-house-impeachment-debate DeGette to preside over House impeachment debate 2019-12-18 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Diana DeGette D000197 degette.house.gov degette https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) has asked U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) to serve as speaker pro tempore and preside over the U.S. House of Representatives for today's debate on impeaching the president of the United States. Following is a comment from DeGette on the speaker's decision to have her preside over the House for this important debate: "I am honored that the speaker has asked me to serve as speaker pro tempore of the House and to preside over most of the impeachment debate. None of us came to Congress to impeach a president, but every one of us – when we assumed office – took an oath to uphold the constitution. This is a sad and somber moment in our nation's history and the responsibility to preside over this important debate is something I will not take lightly." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T23:45:33Z
https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-impeachment-president-trump DeGette statement on impeachment of President Trump 2019-12-18 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Diana DeGette D000197 degette.house.gov degette https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following is a statement from U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), who served as speaker pro tempore and presided over today's impeachment debate, on the U.S. House of Representatives voting to impeach President Donald Trump: "This is a sad and solemn day in our nation's history. None of us came to Congress to impeach a president but, when we assumed office, every one of us took an oath to uphold the Constitution. The evidence shows clearly that President Trump abused his power, put our national security at risk and sought to undermine the integrity of our elections. When he was caught, he tried to cover it up. "When a president decides to violate the public's trust by putting their own self-interests ahead of the country's – as President Trump has done – the House of Representatives has a duty to act. As some of our nation's top constitutional experts have said, President Trump's conduct is precisely what our founders feared and it's why they gave Congress the power to remove a president from office, if necessary. "No one in this country is above the law; and President Trump, by his own actions, left us no choice but to approve the articles of impeachment against him today." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T23:45:33Z
https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-on-impeachment-of-president-trump DeGette statement on impeachment of President Trump 2019-12-18 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Diana DeGette D000197 degette.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. Following is a statement from U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), who served as speaker pro tempore and presided over today's impeachment debate, on the U.S. House of Representatives voting to impeach President Donald Trump: This is a sad and solemn day in our nation's history. None of us came to Congress to impeach a president but, when we assumed office, every one of us took an oath to uphold the Constitution. The evidence shows clearly that President Trump abused his power, put our national security at risk and sought to undermine the integrity of our elections. When he was caught, he tried to cover it up. When a president decides to violate the public's trust by putting their own self-interests ahead of the country's as President Trump has done the House of Representatives has a duty to act. As some of our nation's top constitutional experts have said, President Trump's conduct is precisely what our founders feared and it's why they gave Congress the power to remove a president from office, if necessary. No one in this country is above the law; and President Trump, by his own actions, left us no choice but to approve the articles of impeachment against him today. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-to-preside-over-house-impeachment-debate DeGette to preside over House impeachment debate 2019-12-18 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Diana DeGette D000197 degette.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) has asked U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) to serve as speaker pro tempore and preside over the U.S. House of Representatives for today's debate on impeaching the president of the United States. Following is a comment from DeGette on the speaker's decision to have her preside over the House for this important debate: I am honored that the speaker has asked me to serve as speaker pro tempore of the House and to preside over most of the impeachment debate. None of us came to Congress to impeach a president, but every one of us when we assumed office took an oath to uphold the constitution. This is a sad and somber moment in our nation's history and the responsibility to preside over this important debate is something I will not take lightly. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://perlmutter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4750 Perlmutter Statement in Support of Articles of Impeachment 2019-12-18 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Ed Perlmutter P000593 perlmutter.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter (CO-07) today issued the following statement about his support for Articles of Impeachment against Donald J. Trump, 45th President of the United States: By withholding $400 million Ukraine desperately needed to defend itself against Russia until Ukraine did the President's political bidding, the President committed High Crimes and Misdemeanors for which he should be impeached. This abuse of power is compounded by the President's refusal to cooperate with Congress' impeachment investigation and his stonewalling of witnesses from testifying or turning over documents. The Founders fought and died for freedom and independence from a tyrannical ruler and foreign government. Impeachment and removal from office was the remedy they included in the Constitution to act as a check on a President who placed himself above the law, abused his power for his own personal benefit, and invited foreign governments to get involved in our domestic affairs, especially our elections. For the sake of the Constitution, fair elections free of foreign interference, and our national security, President Trump should be impeached. Click here to see Perlmutter's full remarks on impeachment during the December 17th Rules Committee hearing. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://tipton.house.gov/media/press-releases/tipton-calls-out-partisan-impeachment-process Tipton Calls Out Partisan Impeachment Process 2019-12-18 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Scott Tipton T000470 tipton.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON Today the House of Representatives voted on and passed two separate articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump. Congressman Scott Tipton (CO-03) opposed both articles and delivered the following remarks on the House floor prior to the vote: Make no mistake, this process did not begin with the whistleblower report. In fact, impeachment efforts began shortly after the president was elected. The theatrics and political posturing have ensured that this body is not actually pursuing to preserve checks and balances; rather, this process echoes the calls by some that refuse to accept election results. Watch Tipton's full remarks by clicking the image below. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?id=6228BC3F-33C4-4BC8-B83F-8C25329D7672 Bennet Statement on House Vote to Impeach President Trump 2019-12-18 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Michael Bennet B001267 www.bennet.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives voted to impeach President Donald Trump: This is a solemn day for America. There is clear evidence that President Trump abused his office and obstructed Congress. This has left the House of Representatives no choice but to pursue an impeachment inquiry and vote to impeach the President. Congress has few responsibilities more important than defending our constitutional order. Today, the House fulfilled that responsibility. As the Senate begins an impeachment trial, it is critical that each of us fully assesses the evidence and any witnesses presented. The rule of law is a fundamental tenet of American democracy. Its enforcement requires elected leaders to set aside partisanship for principle. We must reaffirm our commitment to the rule of law by upholding our constitutional checks and balances. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?id=694B4019-4441-4E8E-8C8B-CEF926CE6EEA Bennet, Gardner, Neguse Introduce Bills to Expand Rocky Mountain National Park 2019-12-18 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Michael Bennet B001267 www.bennet.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Colorado U.S. Senators Michael Bennet (D) and Cory Gardner (R),along with U.S. Representative Joe Neguse (CO-2), introduced two pieces of legislation today to expand the Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP).The billsallow former NASA astronaut Vance D. Brand to donate 40 acres to Rocky Mountain National Park, and wouldalsoresolve a longstanding issue regarding a local family's cabin that was erroneously transferred to the park.Both land transfers require an Act of Congress to complete. For locals and the visitors who travel to Rocky Mountain National Park from around the world alike, astronaut Vance Brand's generous donation to the park is exciting news,said Bennet.Our bills will formally add this parcel of land in the Longs Peak region to RMNP, and clean up boundary discrepancies elsewhere, to improve management in the area. We thank Mr. Brand for this valuable contribution to the park. Astronaut Vance D. Brand is not only an American hero, but also a Colorado hero. Born and raised in Longmont, Colorado, he spent many years at Rocky Mountain National Park, and now he graciously wants to donate 40 acres of land to expand the park where he spent many years of his life,said Gardner.However, the Park Service needs approval from Congress to change the park's boundary.I'm incredibly grateful for his commitment to share more of the beautiful Rocky Mountain National Park area with the public, and I'm proud to introduce this legislation with Senator Bennet and Congressman Neguse to respect this hero's wishesand make this donation official. Public lands are who we are as Coloradans, they drive our outdoor recreation economy and inspire our commitment to sustainability,said Neguse.I am proud to lead this effort alongside Senator Gardner and SenatorBennetto honor the desire of former Astronaut Vance D. Brand to convey 40 acres of land into the treasured Rocky Mountain National Park landscape. Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the most popular national parks in the country and this legislation will en… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?id=BD46AF8E-2CE8-4C16-98B6-41D22F926042 Bennet Announces Over $800,000 in Federal Funding to Mad Agriculture 2019-12-18 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Michael Bennet B001267 www.bennet.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, announced that Boulder-based Mad Agriculture will receive a $817,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to support farmers who are transitioning to regenerative and organic farming. Transitioning acreage from conventional farming can be difficult and costly, said Bennet. This funding will help lower barriers to entry, so that farmers and ranchers across Colorado pursue organic and regenerative agriculture systems that also grow their business. The Perennial Fund is born out of the need to create a new food system that puts farmers first by embodying reciprocity across the value chain. It is a radical reimagination of how finance coupled with conservation planning can revitalize rural communities, ensure equitable farmer livelihoods, and regenerate the richness of America's natural resources. We are grateful to be an awardee of the USDA NRCS Conservation Innovation Grant and look forward to partnering with the NRCS to create a replicable place-based system of change, said Brandon Welch, Director of Radical Capital at Mad Agriculture. This grant will enable Mad Agriculture to develop and implement the Perennial Fund, a farm finance program to assist farmers during their transition from conventional to regenerative and organic farming. Because the transitional phase can cause farmers to go into debt, the source of capital provided by Mad Agriculture will enable farmers to transition with confidence. More information about the Conservation Innovation Grants awarded is available HERE. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/foreign-relations-committee-passes-gardners-hard-hitting-russia-sanctions-package Foreign Relations Committee Passes Gardner’s Hard-Hitting Russia Sanctions Package 2019-12-18 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Today the Senate Foreign Relations Committee passed U.S. Senator Cory Gardner's (R-CO) legislation to increase pressure and deter the Russian Federation's malign actions around the world. Adopted in a vote of 17-5, the Defending American Security from Kremlin Aggression (DASKA) Act seeks to increase economic, political, and diplomatic pressure on the Kremlin in response to Russia's interference in democratic processes abroad, malign influence in Syria, and aggression against Ukraine. Putin's Russia is an outlaw regime that is hell-bent on undermining international law and destroying the U.S.-led liberal global order, said Senator Gardner. From the invasion of Ukraine, carrying out chemical attacks on NATO soil, support for the heinous Assad regime, violations of arms control treaties, and meddling in U.S. elections, Russia's actions necessitate the strongest possible response from the United States. This legislation imposes additional strong sanctions to deter Russia's malign behavior, including my provision to require the State Department to determine whether Russia merits the designation as a state sponsor of terror. With the Senate Foreign Relations Committee passage of this legislation, Congress is demonstrating firm bipartisan resolve against Kremlin's mendacity and I hope it will move quickly to be signed into law. The legislation establishes a comprehensive policy response to better position the U.S. government to address Kremlin aggression by creating new policy offices on cyber defenses and sanctions coordination. The bill stands up for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and prevents the President from pulling the U.S. out of the Alliance without a Senate vote. It also increases sanctions pressure on Moscow for its interference in democratic processes abroad and continued aggression against Ukraine. Gardner's work to stand up to Russia's malign actions around the globe include: Senator Gardner is a member of the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe, also kn… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-warren-announce-bipartisan-bill-to-address-immigration-in-the-state-legal-cannabis-industry Gardner, Warren Announce Bipartisan Bill to Address Immigration in the State-Legal Cannabis Industry 2019-12-18 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senators Cory Gardner (R-CO) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) today announced the introduction of bipartisan legislation that would remove participation in the state-legal cannabis industry from the list of activities that automatically bar naturalization. In April, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)issued guidancein its policy manual making clear that because cannabis is still a Schedule 1 substance under the Controlled Substances Act, an applicant that is employed in the state-legal cannabis industry cannot establish good moral character even if the applicant has not been convicted of an offense and has always acted in compliance with state law. This legislation would amend immigration law to allow applicants who comply with state cannabis laws to demonstrate that they have good moral character and should not be barred from naturalization. Under current law, individuals are deemed to lack good moral character' and denied American citizenship due to their work in the legal cannabis industry in states like Colorado and Massachusetts. This has to stop.said Senator Gardner.Currently95 percent of Americans are living in states with laws allowing some form of cannabis. The dramatically expanded cannabis industry presents real challenges for our nation, and I'm proud to be working with Senator Warren toaddress these issues. No one should have to worry about being denied naturalization for working in their state's legal cannabis industry,said Senator Warren.Our bipartisan bill would ensure that outdated federal cannabis laws don't block the pathway to citizenship for those seeking it through naturalization. In addition to today's announcement, Senators Warren and Gardner announced another bipartisanbillthat would prohibit the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) from denying veterans VA-backed home loans based on their employment in their state's legal cannabis industry. Currently, cannabis is considered illegal under federal law, and as a result, the VA can deny ho… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-warren-announce-bipartisan-bill-to-protect-veterans-working-in-the-state-legal-cannabis-industry Gardner, Warren Announce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Veterans Working in the State-Legal Cannabis Industry 2019-12-18 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senators Cory Gardner (R-CO) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) announced the introduction of bipartisan legislation that would prohibit the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) from denying veterans VA-backed home loans based on their employment in their state's legal cannabis industry. Currently, cannabis is considered illegal under federal law, though 48 states including Colorado have laws permitting or decriminalizing marijuana or marijuana-based products. As a result of federal law, the VA can deny home loans to veterans whose verified income is earned from working in their state's legal cannabis industry. Companion legislation is being introduced in the House of Representatives by Democratic Caucus Vice Chair Katherine Clark (D-MA) and U.S. Representative Gonzlez-Coln (R-PR). Eligible veterans are able to receive a home loan partially guaranteed by the VA. In states across the country, veterans are among the individuals working in the state's legal cannabis industry. In addition to ensuring that this work will not affect VA home loan guaranty program eligibility, the bill would clarify that the VA's activities related to guaranteeing such a loan would not be a violation of federal controlled substances laws, nor would mere application for a VA-backed home loan violate these laws. The citizens of Colorado led the nation in adopting a new approach to cannabis, and our state's veterans have fought for our country all over the world. It's disgraceful that a veteran can be denied a benefit they earned serving our country because they have a job in a legitimate cannabis business, said Senator Gardner. Unfortunately this isn't the only policy failure due to conflicting state and federal marijuana laws. This is another example in the long list of reasons to pass the STATES Act, which Senator Warren and I introduced to respect the will of the people and take the states' rights approach to legal cannabis. Veterans have sacrificed so much for this country, but our outdated federal marijuana la… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-jason-crow-helps-secure-25-million-gun-violence-prevention-research-funding Rep. Jason Crow Helps Secure $25 Million in Gun Violence Prevention Research Funding 2019-12-17 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Jason Crow C001121 crow.house.gov     legacy Today, Rep. Jason Crow (CO-06) released the following statement after helping secure$25 million in gun violence prevention research fundingin this year's Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations bill. This funding will allow two public health agenciesthe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH)to investigate the problem for the first time in more than 20 years. More than 36,000 people die from gun violence each year according toGiffords. "From Columbine to STEM school, countless lives in our community have been ripped apart by gun violence and as a father of two young kids, I refuse to let this become the new normal,said Rep. Jason Crow."In the Army, I learned that the first step in any operation is understanding the problem and with evidence-based research, we can better understand how to reduce suicide by firearms, the interrelation of domestic violence and gun violence, and the effects of safe gun storage. I came to Congress with the promise to fight for gun violence prevention and today, I'm proud to say, for the first time in a generation, we are taking action. Since taking office, Crow has actively sought solutions to fight the gun violence epidemic in America, supporting numerous legislative measures and meeting with first responders and mental health officials to address the issue of gun violence. In August, Crow joined with Navy veteran and fellow freshmen member Rep. Sherrill to pen anop-ed calling for the reinstatement of the assault weapons ban. Crow helped introduce the Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act which would repeal the liability shield protecting gun sellers and manufacturers, is a proud co-sponsor of H.R. 8, bipartisan background checks bill, and helped secure a $5 million federal funding increase for mental health services at schools. Following the credible threat of a school shooting in Colorado in April where a young woman infatuated with the Columbine massacre was able to exploit a loopho… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/rocky-mountain-immigrant-advocacy-network-recognizes-rep-jason-crow-liberty Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network Recognizes Rep. Jason Crow with Liberty Award Honoree 2019-12-17 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Jason Crow C001121 crow.house.gov     legacy The Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network (RMIAN) has announced Rep. Jason Crow as an honoree for the 15thannual Immigrant Liberty Awards. Each year, RMIAN presents the Immigrant Liberty Awards to recognize the unwavering work of exceptional community members to advance the rights and well-being of immigrants and refugees in Colorado, allowing them to thrive in their communities. In addition to Rep. Jason Crow, RMIAN recognizes Araceli Caldern de Weis, Parent Involvement Coordinator for Centennial BOCES; and Marissa Molina, Colorado State Immigration Manager ofFWD.us. As noted in RMIAN release, Congressman Crow has worked tirelessly with human rights advocates and local government officials to champion the rights of immigrants and refugees by bringing critical national attention to U.S. immigration detention conditions and by increasing oversight of the privately operated facility in Aurora through the creation of the first of its kind ICE Accountability Report in July 2019. This oversight report, written after weekly on-site visits by Crow and staff, provides transparency and accountability to the detention system by monitoring the wellbeing of detained immigrants and refugees and the public health risks to the community. Crow has introduced the Public Oversight of Detention Center (POD) Act to ensure that Congress has oversight access to all detention facilities. He also helped introduce the Refugee Protection Act to support refugees, including setting a 95,000 minimum admission level, update the asylum process, improve the Special Immigrant Visas program, and support immigrant children. The ceremony will celebrate the honorees' extraordinary contributions to Colorado's immigrant and refugee communities during an evening gala themed Here to Stay, to be held in the Seawell Ballroom at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts on Friday, May 1, 2020. All proceeds from the event will go towards providing free immigration legal services to immigrant children and to adults in immigration detention. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/three-crow-led-priorities-set-become-law-passage-fy2020-government-funding Three Crow-Led Priorities Set to Become Law with Passage of FY2020 Government Funding Bills 2019-12-17 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Jason Crow C001121 crow.house.gov     legacy Today Rep. Jason Crow (CO-06) successfully secured the passage of three Colorado priorities in the two fiscal year 2020 appropriations bills: H.R. 1865 and H.R. 1158. The SAVE Energy Act: Crow's bill promotes energy efficiency among consumers by allowing homeowners to deduct up to $500 from their taxes when they purchase energy efficiency improvements for their homes. This credit expired in December 2017 but under the new appropriations bill which incorporates a one-year version of Crow's bill, the SAVE Energy Act, will be in effect for 2020. The POD Act:After being denied entry to the ICE detention facility in his district, Crow introduced the Public Oversight of Detention Centers (POD) Act to allow members of Congress to gain timely access to detention facilities. Today, the POD Act has been included within the government funding bill. Funding for REPI: In June, Crow introduced an amendment to increase funding for the Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration Program (REPI) to $100 million. At Buckley Air Force Base, REPI has created hundreds of acres of protected land, built community partnerships, and helped secure money for local projects ensuring the community and Air Force Base grow in tandem. The funding bill passed today matches the amount Crow requested in June. These are huge wins for the district that find federal solutions to issues right here at home. Whether it be increasing transparency in the government, finding bipartisan solutions on energy efficiency, or funding key environmental programs, we're thrilled to see these Colorado priorities advance into law,said Crow. Other key wins for the district include: Permanently repeals the Cadillac Tax for high-cost employer-sponsored health care coverage Funds the NIH at nearly $42 billion, a 7%, $2.6 billion increase over last year Includes $2.79 billion for the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy a $469 million increase A $22 million increase over last year for Colorado for highway a… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/neguse-bill-protect-platte-river-basin-wildlife-passes-out-house Neguse Bill to Protect Platte River Basin Wildlife Passes Out of the House 2019-12-17 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Joe Neguse N000191 neguse.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Today, bipartisan bicameral legislation led by Congressman Joe Neguse to protect Colorado wildlife in the Platte River basin passed out of the U.S. House of Representatives and is expected to be signed into law by the President by the end of the week. The Platte River Recovery Implementation Program Extension Act, which Neguse introduced in June, was included in the end-of-year minibus package that will fund the Departments of Agriculture, Labor, Energy, Interior, State, Housing and Urban Development, Veterans Affairs and the Legislative Branch. The legislation is co-led by Congressman Doug Lamborn and has the support of the full delegations of Colorado, Nebraska and Wyoming. Over the last 13 years, the Platte River Recovery Implementation Program has allowed dozens of water projects in Colorado, Wyoming and Nebraska to comply with the Endangered Species Act and continue operating, which has revitalized bird species, including the whooping crane, piping plover and least tern as well as the pallid sturgeon fish. Legislation from Neguse would allow the program to continue for the next 13 years with financial support from the Bureau of Reclamation. This will be the third piece of legislation from Congressman Neguse to be signed into law by this President. Earlier this year, the Bolts Ditch Access and Use Act and Arapaho National Forest Boundary Adjustment Act, two bills led by Neguse that benefit the 2nd Congressional District were signed into law. The Platte River Recovery Implementation Program has been serving endangered species of the Platte River Basin for thirteen years. Extending this program to allow for water management and habitat conservation goals to be completed is essential, said Congressman Joe Neguse. I'm proud to shepherd the passage of this legislation through the House of Representatives and look forward to seeing it signed into law. Over the past decade, the Platte Program has become a model for collaborative endangered species recovery programs, said Jason Farnsworth, Executive… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/neguse-bill-secure-funding-rural-schools-colorado-mountain-counties-passes Neguse Bill to Secure Funding for Rural Schools in Colorado Mountain Counties Passes the House 2019-12-17 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Joe Neguse N000191 neguse.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Today, bipartisan legislation led by Congressman Joe Neguse to secure funding for rural schools in Colorado mountain counties passed the U.S. House of Representatives. The Secure Rural Schools Extension Act, which Neguse introduced in May, was included in the end-of-year minibus package that will fund the Departments of Agriculture, Labor, Energy, Interior, State, Housing and Urban Development, Veterans Affairs and the Legislative Branch. The bill, co-led with Congresswoman Cathy McMorris-Rodgers will extend the Secure Rural Schools program through Fiscal Year 2020. The Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act (SRS) was first introduced in 2000 to assist counties containing tracts of federally-owned land that are tax-exempt. The program provides payments derived in part through timber receipts and other leasing activities within National Forests back to county governments where those forests are located. The Secure Rural Schools (SRS) program is a primary source of funding for schools, mountain search and rescue, road maintenance and other services that Coloradans rely on. We are obligated to maintain this program which provides for these integral services, said Congressman Joe Neguse. I'm proud to see this legislation pass out of the House and look forward to getting it signed into law. The Secure Rural School (SRS) funding is a vital part of West Grand School District's annual budgetary planning. The funding supports our efforts to provide updated technology access for all students and teachers, ensure safe and healthy learning environments, provide essential professional development for our entire team, and enable further maintenance and repair to school facilities and transportation, said Darrin Peppard, Superintendent for West Grand 1JT School District. As a district, we are committed to excellence in learning, leadership, and engagement for all. SRS funding gives us an important support in achieving our goals. As a rural district, Summit Schools depends on SRS funds to pro… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/neguse-gardner-introduce-bills-expand-rocky-mountain-national-park Neguse, Gardner Introduce Bills to Expand Rocky Mountain National Park 2019-12-17 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Joe Neguse N000191 neguse.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Today, Congressman Joe Neguse, who represents Colorado's 2nd Congressional District and serves on House Leadership, along with Colorado U.S. Senators Cory Gardner and Michael Bennet, introduced two bipartisan bicameral bills to expand the Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP). The Rocky Mountain National Park Boundary Modification Act allows former NASA astronaut Vance D. Brand to donate 40 acres to Rocky Mountain National Park, and the Rocky Mountain Ownership Correction Act would resolve a longstanding issue regarding a local family's cabin that was erroneously transferred to the park. Public lands are who we are as Coloradans, they drive our outdoor recreation economy and inspire our commitment to sustainability, said Congressman Joe Neguse. I am proud to lead this effort alongside Senator Gardner and Senator Bennet to honor the desire of former Astronaut Vance D. Brand to convey 40 acres of land into the treasured Rocky Mountain National Park landscape. Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the most popular national parks in the country and this legislation will enhance the park for future generations to enjoy. My view is that this donation is payback to the American people in appreciation for the wonderful times and many benefits that I receive from great experiences in RMNP. I request the U.S. government to adjust the eastern boundary of RMNP to include the 40 acres that our family donated which currently is in the hands of Rocky Mountain Conservancy, said Retired NASA Astronaut Vance D. Brand. Astronaut Vance D. Brand is not only an American hero, but also a Colorado hero. Born and raised in Longmont, Colorado, he spent many years at Rocky Mountain National Park, and now he graciously wants to donate 40 acres of land to expand the park where he spent many years of his life, said Senator Gardner. However, the Park Service needs approval from Congress to change the park's boundary. I'm incredibly grateful for his commitment to share more of the beautiful Rocky Mountain National Park area… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/neguse-gardner-introduce-bills-to-expand-rocky-mountain-national-park Neguse, Gardner Introduce Bills to Expand Rocky Mountain National Park 2019-12-17 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Joe Neguse N000191 neguse.house.gov     legacy December 17, 2019 Neguse, Gardner Introduce Bills to Expand Rocky Mountain National Park Washington, D.C. Today, Congressman Joe Neguse, who represents Colorado's 2nd Congressional District and serves on House Leadership, along with Colorado U.S. Senators Cory Gardner and Michael Bennet, introduced two bipartisan bicameral bills to expand the Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP).The Rocky Mountain National Park Boundary Modification Actallows former NASA astronaut Vance D. Brand to donate 40 acres to Rocky Mountain National Park, and theRocky Mountain Ownership Correction Actwould resolve a longstanding issue regarding a local family's cabin that was erroneously transferred to the park. Public lands are who we are as Coloradans, they drive our outdoor recreation economy and inspire our commitment to sustainability, saidCongressman Joe Neguse.I am proud to lead this effort alongside Senator Gardner and Senator Bennet to honor the desire of former Astronaut Vance D. Brand to convey 40 acres of land into the treasured Rocky Mountain National Park landscape. Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the most popular national parks in the country and this legislation will enhance the park for future generations to enjoy. My view is that this donation is payback to the American people in appreciation for the wonderful times and many benefits that I receive from great experiences in RMNP. I request the U.S. government to adjust the eastern boundary of RMNP to include the 40 acres that our family donated which currently is in the hands of Rocky Mountain Conservancy,saidRetired NASA Astronaut Vance D. Brand. Astronaut Vance D. Brand is not only an American hero, but also a Colorado hero. Born and raised in Longmont, Colorado, he spent many years at Rocky Mountain National Park, and now he graciously wants to donate 40 acres of land to expand the park where he spent many years of his life,said Senator Gardner.However, the Park Service needs approval from Congress to change the park's boundary. I'm incredibly gratef… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://perlmutter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4747 Perlmutter Applauds Passage of FY20 Government Funding Bills 2019-12-17 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Ed Perlmutter P000593 perlmutter.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter (CO-07) today applauded the passage of the fiscal year 2020 appropriations bills: H.R. 1865 and H.R. 1158. Most importantly, the passage of these bills ensures the federal government will remain open and working for the American people, said Perlmutter. It also includes significant funding for many of the priorities House Democrats have been fighting for since the beginning of the year such as full funding for the 2020 Census, protecting our election systems, research into how to prevent gun violence, lowering the cost of prescription drugs, and helping more Americans save for retirement. The government funding bills include many priorities important to Colorado and hardworking families across the country. Key line items include: $25 million dedicated to gun violence research for the first time in 20 years $2.79 billion for the Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), a $411 million increase above FY19 level, which helps fund the National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL) $7.6 billion for the 2020 Census $425 million to protect and secure election systems Includes the SECURE Act which helps Americans save for retirement and protects their retirement savings $495 million for the Land Water Conservation Fund $3.38 billion for National Parks $41.58 billion for National Institutes of Health to support medical research and development Includes the CREATES Act which makes it easier to bring generic drugs to market, a key component of bringing down drug prices Provides $78 million for states to upgrade their NICS databases Funding for TIGER/BUILD grants, CDBG funds to help support community investment from water systems to meals on wheels, and $12.6 billion for rental assistance given Colorado's rental cost increases Significant funding for programs that support Veterans such as Veteran Treatment Courts and Gulf War Illness research Also important to Colorado, the bills make significant investments in Colora… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://tipton.house.gov/media/press-releases/tipton-end-year-spending-bills-boost-national-security-fail-address-reckless Tipton: End of Year Spending Bills a Boost for National Security, Fail to Address Reckless Washington Spending Habits 2019-12-17 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Scott Tipton T000470 tipton.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON Today the House voted on two separate spending bills totaling over 2,300 pages to keep the government funded through the 2020 fiscal year. The two gargantuan pieces of legislation totaled nearly $1.4 trillion in government spending and passed less than a day after introduction. While one of the bills increases pay for American troops and includes several national security and defense priorities received support from the Congressman, he sharply criticized the process as a whole. Tipton supported H.R. 1158 which funds the Departments of Defense; Commerce, Justice; Financial Services; and Homeland Security, and voted against H.R. 1865 which funds the rest of the government. Once again, we are being forced to vote on massive spending packages that fail to uphold any promises to reduce wasteful spending or address the national debt, something Members on both sides of the aisle have agreed to do for years, said Tipton. I applaud the work done to include critical funding for the military, give our troops a pay raise, address national defense priorities, and I support these time-sensitive measures to ensure a strong national defense. While I support many of the programs and missions under the other bill, H.R. 1865, 12 hours is not sufficient time to review a bill of this size, and I have already identified some problematic areas that do not address the spending crisis plaguing Washington. On the whole, passing these huge spending measures under last-minute deadlines fails to address Washington's reckless spending habits and is part of a continuing process I do not support. Washington must return to regular order and allow for adequate time to review each individual appropriations bill in the future. Background: Text of the two spending bills was made available to House members in the wee hours of the early morning, and the first vote related to the legislation took place on the same day around 9:45am. Defense spending totaled $738 billion, the funding for non-defense totaled $632 billion. Tipton voted in su… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?id=4DB97A84-69BD-48B8-8682-B57A5BFDBAEC Bennet Secures Measures to Strengthen National Security and Defense Efforts, Applauds Paid Parental Leave in Final Defense Bill 2019-12-17 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Michael Bennet B001267 www.bennet.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, announced four of his measures to strengthen national security and defense efforts were included in the final version of the 2019 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) passed by the Senate today. Also, included in the NDAA was the Intelligence Authorization Act (IAA) for Fiscal Years 2018, 2019, and 2020 which passed out of the U.S. Senate Select Committee on Intelligence on a bipartisan vote in May. The 2019 NDAA was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives last week. It now heads to the president's desk to be signed into law. Language we secured in this year's defense authorization bill from improving our understanding of China's artificial intelligence strategy and progress to ensuring American satellites don't get in the wrong hands will help our military address the complex national security and defense challenges facing our country, said Bennet. It will also deliver long-awaited paid parental leave for federal workers and ensure spouses of fallen servicemembers receive the full benefits they are due. I look forward to working with my colleagues to ensure these measures are fully implemented. Also included in the final bill were two Bennet-backed measures to secure paid parental leave for federal workers and end the military widow's tax, ensuring the spouses of fallen servicemembers receive their full benefits. The final bill includes the following Bennet-led measures: Strengthening Our Understanding of Chinese Artificial Intelligence:An amendment introduced with U.S. Senator Rob Portman (R-Ohio) to understand the artificial intelligence capabilities of China and the path forward for the United States to maintain superiority in this emerging technology. Ensuring Senior Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) Programs Are Available in Underserved Areas:An amendment to ensure our officer corps represents the regional and demographic diversity of the country by examining access to Sen… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/defense-bill-clears-senate-authorizes-over-300-million-in-gardner-secured-colorado-priorities Defense Bill Clears Senate, Authorizes Over $300 Million in Gardner-Secured Colorado Priorities 2019-12-17 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) voted in support of the conference report to accompany the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2020 today, which authorizes $322 million in military construction projects in Colorado. The annual defense bill also authorizes a 3.1 percent pay raise for troops, the largest in a decade, and 12 weeks of paid parental leave for all 2.1 million federal employees. With bipartisan Senate passage today, the legislation heads to the President's desk for signature. NOTE: Click here or on the picture above to download Senator Gardner's remarks in support of NDAA passage. I'm proud the Senate passed a strong bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act today to provide for our national defense and keep Americans safe around the globe. Colorado's military installations are on the cutting edge of military readiness and protecting our national security, and this legislation goes a long way to support Colorado service members and their families. said Senator Gardner. In particular, we successfully authorized the U.S. Space Force as a military service branch, which will help to ensure the United States remains a global leader in space. Colorado has a long history of supporting our nation's civilian and military space operations, and with U.S. Space Command currently located at Peterson Air Force Base, our state is uniquely positioned to further advance its role in space operations. As a state, we look forward to supporting the standup of our military's newest service branch, the U.S. Space Force. Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Jim Inhofe (R-OK) commended Senator Gardner's work on the NDAA in the following statement: The United States has a strategic advantage in space, but our adversaries are coming for us, and we must be prepared to compete in this increasingly contested domain. As I recently commented in Centennial at a defense roundtable with Senator Gardner, he is a true leader on defense issues broadly and space specifically. With Se… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/defense-bill-clears-senate-includes-gardner-provision-to-promote-democracy-human-rights-and-autonomy-in-hong-kong Defense Bill Clears Senate, Includes Gardner Provision to Promote Democracy, Human Rights, and Autonomy in Hong Kong 2019-12-17 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) voted in support of the conference report to accompany the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2020 today, which includes his legislative provision expressing U.S. support for democracy in Hong Kong and authorizes U.S. sanctions against all those violating the human rights of the people of Hong Kong. The language initially passed in the Senate on June 27, 2019, and was the first legislative response to the widespread protests in Hong Kong. With Senate passage today, the legislation heads to the President's desk for signature. The voice of the people of Hong Kong must be heard without fear of repression and retaliation, said Senator Gardner. No matter how much the Chinese Communist Party tries to pressure the United States to trade away our values, we will continue to stand with the people of Hong Kong and to support democracy and human rights around the world. Text of the legislation can be found here. Expressing support for the democratic values and human rights of the people of Hong Kong and authorizes U.S. sanctions against all those violating the human rights of the people of Hong Kong. (Section 1260F) Background: On September 10, 2019, Senator Gardner, along with Senators Jim Risch (R-ID) and Bob Menendez (D-NJ), chairman and ranking member of the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, sent a letter to Secretary Pompeo and Secretary Ross requesting an assessment of the adequacy of U.S. export controls with respect to Hong Kong. On September 26, 2019, Gardner held a hearing in the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on the emergency in Hong Kong, featuring a prominent Hong Kong pro-democracy leader Nathan Law. On November 19, 2019, legislation from Senators Gardner and Merkley (D-OR) unanimously passed the Senate. The legislation, S. 2710, was signed into law by the President on November 27, 2019, and would ban the U.S. export of crowd control munitions and equipment to the Hong Kong Police Force for one year. ### Cor… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/defense-bill-clears-senate-includes-gardner-provisions-to-sanction-north-korea Defense Bill Clears Senate, Includes Gardner Provisions to Sanction North Korea 2019-12-17 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) voted in support of the conference report to accompany the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2020 today, which includes his provisions to recommit the United States to a policy of maximum pressure and to enforce mandatory sanctions under Senator Gardner's North Korea Sanctions and Policy Enhancement Act, signed into law in 2016. Gardner's legislation marked the first time Congress approved mandatory, standalone sanctions on North Korea. It was also the first bill to impose sanctions to counter North Korea's increasingly sophisticated and malicious cyber attacks. The bipartisan legislation passed the Senate today 86-8 and now heads to the President's desk for signature. The Administration should make clear to Pyongyang that the only way we will dismantle the U.S. and international sanctions regime is when Pyongyang completely dismantles every single nut and bolt of its illicit weapons programs not a minute earlier, said Senator Gardner. North Korea will remain a global outcast until it reverses course from a long history of human rights abuses, aggression, and defying international law. I will continue to work with my colleagues and the Administration toward peaceful denuclearization of North Korea that is complete, verifiable, and irreversible. Text of the legislation can be found here Imposing sanctions on North Korea, pursuant to the Gardner-authored North Korea Sanctions and Policy Enhancement Act, signed into law in 2016. (Section 7111) Expressing the sense of Congress that North Korea poses a threat to United Sates forces and allies, and diplomacy, economic sanctions, and credible deterrence are essential to address North Korea's illicit weapons of mass destruction program. (Section 1257) ### Cory Gardner is a member of the U.S. Senate serving Colorado. He sits on the Energy & Natural Resources Committee, the Foreign Relations Committee, the Commerce, Science, & Transportation Committee, and is the Chairman of the… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-bennet-neguse-introduce-bills-to-expand-rocky-mountain-national-park Gardner, Bennet, Neguse Introduce Bills to Expand Rocky Mountain National Park 2019-12-17 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Colorado U.S. Senators Cory Gardner and Michael Bennet,along with U.S. Representative Joe Neguse (CO-2), introduced two pieces of legislation today to expand the Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP).The billsallow former NASA astronaut Vance D. Brand to donate 40 acres to Rocky Mountain National Park, and wouldalsoresolve a longstanding issue regarding a local family's cabin that was erroneously transferred to the park.Both land transfers require an Act of Congress to complete. NOTE:Clickheretoview and download video remarks from Senator Gardner. Astronaut Vance D. Brand is not only an American hero, but also a Colorado hero. Born and raised in Longmont, Colorado, he spent many years at Rocky Mountain National Park, and now he graciously wants to donate 40 acres of land to expand the park where he spent many years of his life,said Senator Gardner.However, the Park Service needs approval from Congress to change the park's boundary.I'm incredibly grateful for his commitment to share more of the beautiful Rocky Mountain National Park area with the public, and I'm proud to introduce this legislation with Senator Bennet and Congressman Neguse to respect this hero's wishesand make this donation official. For locals and the visitors who travel to Rocky Mountain National Park from around the world alike, astronaut Vance Brand's generous donation to the park is exciting news,saidSenator Bennet.Our bills will formally add this parcel of land in the Longs Peak region to RMNP, and clean up boundary discrepancies elsewhere, to improve management in the area. We thank Mr. Brand for this valuable contribution to the park. Public lands are who we are as Coloradans, they drive our outdoor recreation economy and inspire our commitment to sustainability,saidCongressman Joe Neguse.I am proud to lead this effort alongside Senator Gardner and SenatorBennetto honor the desire of former Astronaut Vance D. Brand to convey 40 acres of land into the treasured Rocky Mountain National Park landscape. Rocky Mountain … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-thanks-law-enforcement-during-holiday-season Gardner Thanks Law Enforcement During Holiday Season 2019-12-17 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) spoke on the floor of the United States Senate today in honor of Colorado law enforcement officers and the sacrifices they make to keep Colorado communities safe. Gardner remembered the lives of Colorado State Patrol Master Trooper William Moden, Colorado State Patrol Corporal Daniel Groves, Colorado Department of Corrections Sergeant Joshua Voth, and Summit County firefighter Ken Jones, who died in the line of duty this year while serving Coloradans. Gardner also honored South Metro Fire Rescue former Chief of Operations Troy Jackson, who passed away yesterday from a rare cancer believed to be job-related. NOTE: Click here or the picture above to view Senator Gardner's remarks. This time of the year, I am reminded of the sacrifices that these brave officers make in order to make sure that everyone's holiday season is enjoyed safely, said Senator Gardner. Jaime and I would also like to send our thanks to the families of our law enforcement and first responders. Every day these men and women say goodbye to their loved ones, unsure of what the day will hold. I'm sure these goodbyes are much more difficult during the holiday season but without the love and support of those at home, the jobs of law enforcement would be that much harder. We thank them for their continued sacrifice. Remarks as delivered: Madam President, today I rise to give my thanks to the brave men and women of law enforcement in Colorado and across this country. Every holiday season I am reminded of the sacrifice that these brave officers make in order to make sure that everybody's holiday season is enjoyed safely. And that every day is enjoyed safely and securely. Across the United States this year, 115 law enforcement officers have paid the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. In Colorado, we honor those who lost their lives this year: Master Trooper William Moden, who was killed earlier this year when he was struck by a vehicle as he was investigating a crash. He served with the … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-jason-crow-statement-support-articles-impeachment Rep. Jason Crow Statement in Support of Articles of Impeachment 2019-12-16 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Jason Crow C001121 crow.house.gov     legacy Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06) issued the following statement announcing his position on the Articles of Impeachment. He first announced his support for Articles of Impeachment yesterday at histown hallin Aurora. Over the last few months, the evidence has become clear: The President used the power of the presidency to coerce a foreign government into helping him for political gain. As a member of Congress in this historic time, I reflect on my experience as a soldier in Iraq and Afghanistan where I saw how unique American democracy really is. Over the past few years, I have also learned how fragile it can be. Our system of checks and balances only works when we fight to protect it. The President's actions are a threat to our national security and the very foundation of our democracy. President Trump's unprecedented abuse of power and obstruction of Congress leaves us with no choice but to proceed with impeachment.No man or woman is above the law in our country, including the president.It's time for me to once again fulfill my oath to the Constitution. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-secures-repeal-of-costly-obamacare-taxes Gardner Secures Repeal of Costly Obamacare Taxes 2019-12-16 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) today applauded the announcement of an agreement to repeal the costly Health Insurance Tax (HIT) and Medical Device Tax with passage of the year-end federal spending package. Gardner is championing efforts to safeguard Coloradans from these taxes and previously introduced S. 172, a Senate bill to stop the HIT from raising costs on Coloradans. Today's announcement is a major victory towards fostering innovation, protecting Colorado jobs, and fighting rising health care costs for Colorado families and small businesses. A tax on medical devices is a tax on innovation, on small businesses, and on our collective ability to discover the new medical breakthroughs that could improve the lives of patients, said Senator Gardner. Congressional action to repeal the Health Insurance Tax will mean lower costs for approximately 142 million Americans. These are issues I have worked on going back to my time in the House of Representatives, and I'm proud to be a leader in the successful effort to protect Coloradans from these costly taxes. About the Health Insurance Tax: The HIT is a fee to health insurers on their health policy premiums that increases costs on families, small businesses, seniors, Americans with disabilities, and state Medicaid programs. A recent report from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services found that the HIT was the primary driver of the rise in health care costs when it was in effect in 2018. Estimates show that repeal of the HIT will save families hundreds of dollars a year. In January, Senators Gardner, Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), John Barrasso (R-WY), Doug Jones (D-AL), Tim Scott (R-SC), and Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ) introduced S. 172, the Health Insurance Tax Relief Act of 2019, to suspend the HIT for two years. Last week, Senator Gardner led a bipartisan group of colleagues in sending a letter to leadership of the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives requesting relief from the HIT. Gardner is also an original cosponsor of S. 80, the … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-urges-congressional-leadership-to-pass-no-budget-no-pay Gardner Urges Congressional Leadership to Pass No Budget, No Pay 2019-12-16 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senators Cory Gardner (R-CO), Rick Scott (R-FL), and Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ), along with U.S. Representatives Jack Bergman (MI-1) and Gil Cisneros (CA-39) and 16 of their colleagues, sent a bipartisan letter to congressional leadership urging them to pass No Budget, No Pay to prevent members of Congress from receiving pay if they don't pass legislation to fund the federal government. When Congress fails to pass appropriations, American people are hurt. Just this year, American families suffered under the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. Air traffic controllers, members of the Coast Guard, and fire safety officials worked without pay, while Members of Congress continued to receive their paychecks, Gardner and his colleagues wrote. That is wrong, and we're urging you to move forward with No Budget, No Pay before the end of the year. The concept is simple: Members of Congress should not be paid if they don't pass appropriations. If Congress can't do its most basic task, then Members of Congress shouldn't get a paycheck. The full letter is available here and below: The Honorable Mitch McConnell Majority Leader United States Senate The Honorable Charles Schumer Minority Leader United States Senate The Honorable Nancy Pelosi Speaker of the House United States House of Representatives The Honorable Kevin McCarthy Republican Leader United States House of Representatives Dear Congressional Leadership: As we wrap up the year and finalize the negotiations on Fiscal Year 2020 appropriations, we urge you to include No Budget, No Pay as part of any end-of-year spending package. Appropriating funds is the most basic duty of Congress, but for the past 40 years, Congress has cut corners by passing short-term spending bills Continuing Resolutions that just keep government funded at existing levels. When Congress fails to pass appropriations, American people are hurt. Just this year, American families suffered under the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. Air… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senate-passes-gardner-resolution-commemorating-the-75th-anniversary-of-the-battle-of-the-bulge Senate Passes Gardner Resolution Commemorating the 75th Anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge 2019-12-16 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C.In recognition of the Battle of the Bulge beginning 75 years ago today, the U.S. Senate passed a resolution last week introduced by U.S. Senators Cory Gardner (R-CO), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), and Joe Manchin (D-WV) commemorating this anniversary.S. Con. Res 23honors the valiant efforts of the Allied Forces in December 1944, as well as those who made the ultimate sacrifice in this last major German offensive in Western Europe during World War II. The 4th Infantry Division of the U.S. Army, which is currently based at Fort Carson, fought in the Battle of the Bulge and played a major role in the Allied victory. There were 89,000 American casualties in this 38-day battle, and 19,000 American soldiers lost their lives. The Allied victory in this battle helped make possible the final defeat and surrender of Germany in May 1945. Now therefore be it resolved,the resolution states,that the Senate commemorates, on December 16, 2019, the 75thAnniversary of the Battle of the Bulge in World War II; recognizes the valiant efforts of the various Allied Forces; and remembers the individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice, which contributed to the Allied victory in the European Theater. Senators Gardner, Cramer, and Manchin were joined in introducing this resolution by Senators Dan Sullivan (R-AK), Steve Daines (R-MT), Johnny Isakson (R-GA), John Cornyn (R-TX), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Shelley Moore Capito (D-WV), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Pat Roberts (R-KS), Marco Rubio (R-FL), John Hoeven (R-ND), Susan Collins (R-ME), Joni Ernst (R-IA), Jerry Moran (R-KS), Mike Rounds (R-SD), Roger Wicker (R-MS), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Jim Risch (R-ID), Todd Young (R-IN), John Boozman (R-AR), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), John Kennedy (R-LA), John Barasso (R-WY), Rick Scott (R-FL), Pat Toomey (R-PA), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Chris Coons (D-DE), Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Chris Murphy (D-CT), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Doug Jones (D-AL), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Michael Bennet (D-… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?id=895B88DE-CA37-4FED-A794-A040B55396C2 Bennet, Romney Offer Path to Bipartisan Compromise on Refundable Credits, Business Tax Fixes 2019-12-15 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Michael Bennet B001267 www.bennet.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C.As negotiations over a potential legislative package of tax provisions continue, U.S. Senators Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) and Mitt Romney (R-Utah) have proposed a bipartisan compromise to support American families, workers, and businesses. The Bennet-Romney proposal represents one path toward a compromise over certain components of the ongoing negotiations. Congress is nearing another deadline without a clear plan to deal with dozens of fundamental responsibilities that the American people expect us to address,said Bennet and Romney. With its focus on helping families raising young children, protecting medical innovation for patients,and bringing certainty to workers and businesses, our plan should be considered on merit alone. And while the intent of our proposal is not to address every aspect of the current negotiations, we believe it is a compromise that can help clear a path forward and break the current logjam. Specifically, the Bennet-Romney proposal will: Expand and Reform Child Tax Credits Create a New Young Child Tax Credit: Create a new tax credit of $2,500 per child for children up to age six. The first $1,500 would be fully refundable, meaning that every taxpayer receives that amount regardless of income (up to the current law phase-out levels of $200,000 for individuals and $400,000 for couples). The next $1,000 would phase in at a 15 percent rate beginning at the first dollar of income, and begin phasing down at current law income thresholds. Reform Existing Child Tax Credit: Make critical reforms to a key measure that provides a $2,000 credit per child for children from age six up to age 17, including eliminating the current $1,400 cap on refundability, making the first $1,000 per child fully refundable regardless of income up to the phase-out threshold, and making the next $1,000 per child phasein at a 15 percent rate starting at the first dollar income. These changes wouldapply totax years 2019 and 2020. Make Technical Corrections to 2017 Tax Law Implement t… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://buck.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/ken-buck-votes-against-articles-impeachment-house-judiciary-committee Ken Buck Votes Against Articles of Impeachment Before the House Judiciary Committee 2019-12-13 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Ken Buck B001297 buck.house.gov     legacy For Immediate Release Friday, December 13, 2019 Contact: 202-225-4676 Washington, D.C. Today, Congressman Ken Buck released the following statement after a vote in the House Judiciary Committee approving Articles of Impeachment against Donald J. Trump: Today's partisan vote in the Judiciary Committee will have lasting negative consequences for the American government. I did not support impeaching President Trump because I do not believe his actions rise to the level of an impeachable offense. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://tipton.house.gov/media/in-the-news/blm-will-study-environmental-impact-quarry-wells BLM will study environmental impact of quarry wells 2019-12-13 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Scott Tipton T000470 tipton.house.gov     legacy The Bureau of Land Management will conduct an environmental assessment on the potential impacts of five water wells at the RMR Industrial quarry. After reviewing the public comments received on the drilling proposal, the BLM is preparing an environmental assessment, which will include a detailed analysis of the potential impacts of the drilling proposal, BLM spokesman David Boyd said in an email. The five wells are required to establish a baseline for the BLM to begin environmental review of the quarry expansion proposal. In October, the BLM began seeking comment on whether they could approve the five test wells under a categorical exclusion, the lowest form of environmental review. The BLM received 250 comments, all opposed to the categorical exclusion, during the comment period. On Dec. 5, Rep. Scott Tipton (R-Colo.) wrote to state BLM director Jamie Connellasking for a more rigorous environmental review. Tipton urged the BLM to operate under an abundance of caution in the area, especially regarding any activity that may impact the hydrology of the hot springs, and referred tocomments from Glenwood Springs City Council on the five proposed wells. As a community, we are especially grateful to Rep. Scott Tipton, who raised his concerns directly with the BLM as they were making this decision, said Glenwood Springs Mayor Jonathan Godes. And while the Glenwood Springs community remains steadfastly opposed to the quarry expansion, we applaud the BLM for listening to the public's concerns. An environmental assessment will provide the more thorough analysis necessary to understand potential impacts the drilling will have on the hydrological sources of our hot springs, Godes said. The owners of the hot springs resorts in Glenwood Springsraised one of the more concerning potential impactsof the five test wells. Drilling at the quarry site could irreparably damage the fragile and complex underground water pathways that feed the hot springs, the hot springs resort owners said. Steve Beckley, owner of Iron Mountain Hot Spri… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://tipton.house.gov/media/press-releases/tipton-us-china-trade-deal-just-what-americans-needed-christmas Tipton: U.S. China Trade Deal Just What Americans Needed for Christmas 2019-12-13 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Scott Tipton T000470 tipton.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTONToday, trade representatives from U.S. and China agreed upon phase one' of a larger long-term trade deal. Following the announcement, Congressman Scott Tipton (CO-03) released the following statement: The U.S. economy is booming and Coloradans, especially those in rural areas, are starting to feel the benefits of our historic economic growth. At 2.6 percent unemployment, Colorado's economy is strong, and today's trade deal news has the potential to make the economy even stronger. Greater trade certainty between the U.S. and China will mean a reduction in tariffs, increased market access, and include good-faith promises that China will end its human rights abuses and intellectual property theft from American businesses. Combined, these elements will stoke confidence for small businesses on Main Street and provide a needed boost, especially in the agricultural community. I applaud the Trump Administration's work to provide greater trade certainty between the world's two biggest economies and look forward to ensuring that the remaining phases are finalized. This news is just what Americans needed for Christmas. Background: Phase one of the deal would reduce tariffs on $360 billion worth of Chinese goods and cancel the next round of tariffs scheduled to take effect on December 15. China's Vice Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Han Jun also stated that China will significantly increase American agricultural purchases and details will come in the ensuing phases of the trade negotiations. China is Colorado's fifth largest export partner for agricultural goods, receiving more than $89 million of exports from the state in 2018. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://tipton.house.gov/media/press-releases/tipton-welcomes-blm-s-decision-conduct-environmental-assessment-mine-expansion Tipton Welcomes BLMs Decision to Conduct Environmental Assessment of Mine Expansion Plan Near Glenwood Springs 2019-12-13 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Scott Tipton T000470 tipton.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTONYesterday, the BLM confirmed with the office of Representative Scott Tipton (CO-03) that it was preparing to conduct an Environmental Assessment of a well-drilling proposal at a limestone quarry mine near Glenwood Springs. Following the announcement, Tipton gave the following response: With any decision that could have significant impacts on the natural environment and economy of a community, it is critically important to listen to those who live there and address their concerns. The Glenwood Springs community has raised legitimate concerns how the hydrology that feeds the Glenwood Hot Springs could be impacted by drilling of test wells, and as I said in my letter, BLM should move with an abundance of caution in such a potentially fragile and not fully known hydrologic area. I am grateful that the BLM has listened to the community and am proud to have taken part in the conversations that led to this decision. Background: In June, Tipton sent a letter to the BLM's Colorado State Director Jamie Connell asking to review the concerns that Mayor of Glenwood Springs, Jonathan Godes, had addressed in regards to the mining expansion proposal. Earlier this month, Tipton spoke with Connell over the phone regarding the mine owner's intent to seek a categorical exclusion from the National Environmental Policy Act for drilling five wells as part of their overall expansion plan Tipton followed up with the phone call with an additional letter to Connell citing the concerns the community had raised on the exclusion. In the letter Tipton specifically called for an Environmental Assessment and that BLM should not move forward with the categorical exclusion. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?id=1079505B-392C-44C4-9039-47BFF0211BB3 Bennet Unveils Discussion Draft to Create New Tax Credit for Farmers and Ranchers to Capture Carbon in the Land Sector 2019-12-13 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Michael Bennet B001267 www.bennet.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. ColoradoU.S. Senator Michael Bennet today released a discussion draft of legislation to establish a new tax credit for farmers and ranchers, state and local governments,and tribes,to sequester carbon in agriculture, forestry, rangelands, and wetlands. I've had countless conversations with farmers and ranchers across Colorado, and time and again I hear that the changing climate is making it harder for them to grow their business and make ends meet, said Bennet. The discussion draft we are releasing today is a first step in empowering farmers and ranchers to both improve their bottom line and be a part of the solution to a changing climate. And I believe this is an effort that both parties can unite around. In the most recent United Nations' Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report, scientists estimated that the land sector can sequester 30 percent of global carbon emissions. In Colorado, many farmers and ranchers are already implementing innovative solutions to sequester carbon, but the cost of initial investments often presents a serious challenge. The tax credit in Bennet's proposal has two parts: Quantification Credit: Establishes a 30 percent tax credit for the cost of quantifying baseline and annual carbon sequestration levels for agriculture, rangeland, forest, and wetlands. Outcomes Credit: Creates a dollar per ton tax credit based on the amount of carbon sequestered. The amount of the credit is tied to the funding levels for carbon capture and storage in the 45Q tax credit for carbon sequestration and utilization from industrial sources. The discussion draft also includes provisions to: Require the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to establish a reporting and verification accreditation system Outline a process to transfer the tax credit to other tax payers to account for businesses that do not have tax liability Promote long-term investments in carbon sequestration in the land sector Bennet's draft legislation is the result of conversations wi… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?id=E35AB5E4-EB6C-47BE-BFDB-481456265B4F Bennet, Ernst, Colleagues Push Bipartisan Bill Prioritizing Children’s Health Care Research 2019-12-13 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Michael Bennet B001267 www.bennet.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Following sharp reductions in pediatric medical researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), U.S. Senators Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) and Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) introduced legislation to increase pediatric-focused research at the NIH. The bill will address challenges in researcher recruitment and retention in addition to creating a pipeline of early-career pediatric researchers. Pediatric medical researchers generate scientific insights that are critical to reshaping the way we treat diseases that affect children in Colorado and around the country. In recent years, we have seen groundbreaking research on pediatric diseases such as sickle cell disease and leukemia as a result of this dedicated research, said Bennet. I am proud to co-sponsor the PACT Act to provide much-needed assistance to strengthen our nation's commitment to supporting medical researchers who have dedicated their lives to studying lifesaving treatments for pediatric diseases. A strong pipeline of pediatric researchers is essential to ensuring kids in Iowa, and across the country, have access to innovative cures and treatments for the complex medical conditions that they and their families are facing, said Ernst. We must work to ensure that children are being adequately represented in federal research. That's why I've put forward this bipartisan bill that will bolster pediatric-focused research and in turn help to improve the lives and health of our children and families. We are grateful for Senator Bennet signing on as an original cosponsor of the Pediatricians Accelerate Childhood Therapies (PACT) Act of 2019. This legislation is a critical step to accelerating child health and addressing challenges in the pediatric workforce by supporting physician-scientists nationwide, including those who practice here at Children's Hospital Colorado, said Stephen Daniels, Pediatrician-in-Chief of Children's Hospital Colorado. In the past several years, pediatric research slots have seen sharp reductions within the NIH. This inclu… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?id=F6559694-5324-436D-AA99-9BFFFA77CC11 Bennet, Gardner To DeVos: Extend Closed School Discharge Eligibility For Colorado Students 2019-12-13 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Michael Bennet B001267 www.bennet.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Colorado U.S. Senators Michael Bennet (D) and Cory Gardner (R) today sent a letter to Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos urging her to extend the closed school discharge eligibility lookback period for Dream Center Education Holding's (DCEH) Art Institute of Colorado and Illinois Institute of Art students who attended or withdrew on or after January 20, 2018. In November, the Department announced it would cancel the loans taken out by students to attend the Art Institute of Colorado and Illinois Institute of Art between January 20, 2018when the schools lost accreditationand December 31, 2018when theyshut their doors. This relief is incomplete and does not relieve students of any of the debt they took on to attend the schools prior to January 20, 2018 which is now worthless. DeVos has the authority in exceptional circumstances to extend the closed school discharge lookback period beyond 120 days. In other words, you have the benefit of hindsight when it comes to establishing the effective date of closure of an institution for purposes of ensuring closed school discharge eligibility is fair to students. In this case, hindsight is clear. For the intents and purposes of students attending the Illinois Institute of Art and Art Institute of Colorado, the schools effectively closed on January 20, 2018. After that point, the best case scenario for these students was to graduate with a worthless degree from a non-accredited institutionbut the schools' closure prevented even that for many,the senators wrote. In addition to Bennet and Gardner, Illinois U.S. Senators Dick Durbin (D) and Tammy Duckworth (D) signed the letter. The text of the letter is availableHEREand below: Dear Secretary DeVos: We write today to ask you to extend the closed school discharge eligibility lookback period for Dream Center Education Holding's (DCEH) Illinois Institute of Art and Art Institute of Colorado to students who attended or withdrew on or after January 20, 2018. On January 20, 2018, the Higher Learning Commission (… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-bennet-to-devos-extend-closed-school-discharge-eligibility-for-colorado-students Gardner, Bennet to DeVos: Extend Closed School Discharge Eligibility for Colorado Students 2019-12-13 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Colorado U.S. Senators Cory Gardner (R) and Michael Bennet (D) today sent a letter to Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos urging her to extend the closed school discharge eligibility lookback period for Dream Center Education Holding's (DCEH) Art Institute of Colorado and Illinois Institute of Art students who attended or withdrew on or after January 20, 2018. In November, the Department of Education announced it would cancel the loans taken out by students to attend the Art Institute of Colorado and Illinois Institute of Art between January 20, 2018when the schools lost accreditationand December 31, 2018when theyshut their doors. This relief is incomplete and does not relieve students of any of the debt they took on to attend the schools prior to January 20, 2018 which is now worthless. DeVos has the authority in exceptional circumstances to extend the closed school discharge lookback period beyond 120 days. In other words, you have the benefit of hindsight when it comes to establishing the effective date of closure of an institution for purposes of ensuring closed school discharge eligibility is fair to students. In this case, hindsight is clear. For the intents and purposes of students attending the Illinois Institute of Art and Art Institute of Colorado, the schools effectively closed on January 20, 2018. After that point, the best case scenario for these students was to graduate with a worthless degree from a non-accredited institutionbut the schools' closure prevented even that for many, the senators wrote. In addition to Gardner and Bennet, Illinois U.S. Senators Dick Durbin (D) and Tammy Duckworth (D) signed the letter. The full letter is available here and below: Dear Secretary DeVos: We write today to ask you to extend the closed school discharge eligibility lookback period for Dream Center Education Holding's (DCEH) Illinois Institute of Art and Art Institute of Colorado to students who attended or withdrew on or after January 20, 2018. On January 20, 2018, the Higher … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-rubio-mcgovern-and-45-lawmakers-urge-trump-administration-to-expand-sanctions-in-response-to-chinas-mass-internment-of-uighurs Gardner, Rubio, McGovern, and 45 Lawmakers Urge Trump Administration to Expand Sanctions in Response to China’s Mass Internment of Uighurs 2019-12-13 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on East Asia, the Pacific, and International Cybersecurity Policy, sent a bipartisan letter with U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL), U.S. Representative James P. McGovern (D-MA), the Co-Chair and Chairman of the Congressional Executive Committee on China (CECC), and a bipartisan and bicameral group of 45 lawmakers to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, Secretary of the Treasury Steven Mnuchin, and Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross to respond strongly and decisively to the Chinese government and Communist Party's ongoing mass internment and forced labor of ethnic Uighurs and other Turkic Muslims in the Xinjiang Uighur Autonomous Region (XUAR). The United States must lead the free world in addressing what may be crimes against humanity being committed in the XUAR, Senator Gardner and his 47 colleagues wrote. If never again' is to mean anything in the 21st century, then we must respond to one of the greatest ongoing tragedies of our time. If the U.S. and American companies refuse or fail to act, it will be a stain on our history. The letter was signed by 28 U.S. Senators, including Gardner: Marco Rubio (R-FL), John Cornyn (R-TX), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Angus King (I-ME), Jerry Moran (R-KS), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Tom Cotton (R-AR), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Susan Collins (R-ME), Steve Daines (R-MT), Ed Markey (D-MA), Ben Sasse (R-NE), Jeff Merkley (D-OR), John Boozman (R-AR), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Todd Young (R-IN), Mark Warner (D-VA), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Bob Casey (D-PA), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), and Ben Cardin (D-MD). In the U.S. House of Representatives, 20 Members of Congress signed the letter: James P. McGovern (D-MA), Eliot Engel (D-NY), Michael McCaul (R-TX), Brad Sherman (D-CA), Chris Smith (R-NJ), Jan Schakowsky (D-IL), Ted Yoho (R-FL), Gerry Connolly (D-… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senate-passes-gardner-menendez-cruz-resolution-recognizing-armenian-genocide Senate Passes Gardner, Menendez, Cruz Resolution Recognizing Armenian Genocide 2019-12-13 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. The United States Senate unanimously passed S. Res. 150, led by U.S. Senators Cory Gardner (R-CO), Bob Menendez (D-NJ), and Ted Cruz (R-TX), to officially recognize and remember the Armenian Genocide. This was the first time in history the U.S. Senate recognized the Armenian Genocide. Gardner has also co-sponsored similar resolutions in the 114th Congress and the 115th Congress. The Armenian Genocide was one of the greatest crimes against humanity, and I am glad the United States is finally on the record recognizing this incontrovertible fact, said Senator Gardner. As many as 1.5 million men, women, and children were brutally murdered, leaving lasting scars on the families and communities affected. This resolution honors the memory of those who were killed and helps us resolve to never allow such an atrocity to ever happen again. S. Res. 150 is cosponsored by: U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Ed Markey (D-MA), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Gary Peters (D-MI), Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), Ron Wyden (D-OR), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Marco Rubio (R-FL), Jack Reed (D-RI), Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Tom Udall (D-NM), Kamala Harris (D-CA), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Bernie Sanders (D-VT), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Ben Cardin (D-MD), Cory Booker (D-NJ), John Cornyn (R-TX), Mitt Romney (R-UT), Bob Casey (D-PA), Michael Bennet (D-CO), Jacky Rosen (D-NV), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), and Rob Portman (R-OH). ### Cory Gardner is a member of the U.S. Senate serving Colorado. He sits on the Energy & Natural Resources Committee, the Foreign Relations Committee, the Commerce, Science, & Transportation Committee, and is the Chairman of the Subcommittee on East Asia, the Pacific, and International Cybersecurity Policy. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/what-they-are-saying-gardners-9-8-8-suicide-hotline-moves-forward What They Are Saying: Gardner’s 9-8-8 Suicide Hotline Moves Forward 2019-12-13 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Cory Gardner's (R-CO) push to establish 9-8-8 as the national suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline took two critical steps forward this week. On Wednesday, the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation unanimously approved Gardner's National Suicide Hotline Designation Act, S. 2661. On Thursday, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) unanimously approved a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to designate 9-8-8 as the three-digit number for a national suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline. What mental health groups and veterans service organizations are saying about Senator Gardner's legislation: We are thrilled that the bipartisan National Suicide Hotline Designation Act passed unanimously out of committee this week. The rate of suicide continues to increase in Colorado. Addressing mental health services is critically important, and with that comes quick access to resources. Colorado Access strongly supports the creation of a three-digit, universal number for those who are experiencing a mental health crisis to more easily reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, said Gretchen McGinnis, senior vice president of healthcare systems and accountable care at Colorado Access. The Association for Behavioral Health and Wellness (ABHW) commends Senator Cory Gardner's (R-CO) tireless efforts and leadership in championing the bipartisan bill, National Suicide Hotline Designation Act of 2019 (S. 2661), to designate 9-8-8 as the national suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline. A dedicated, easily recognizable number for suicide prevention would not only quickly connect those in need with someone who can help, but also attenuate the stigma surrounding mental health conditions, said Pamela Greenberg, MPP, President and CEO, Association for Behavioral Health and Wellness (ABHW). As suicide rises to the tenth-leading cause of death in the U.S., we want to thank Senator Cory Gardner for his commitment to finding a meaningful so… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/crow-helps-pass-transformative-legislation-lower-drug-costs Crow Helps Pass Transformative Legislation to Lower Drug Costs 2019-12-12 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Jason Crow C001121 crow.house.gov     legacy The legislation includes Crow's provision to crack down on pharmaceutical price spikes Video of Crow's speech here. WASHINGTON Congressman Jason Crow voted today to pass historic legislation to lower the costs of prescription drugs for Americans. H.R. 3, the Lower Drug Costs Now Act, would lower prescription drug prices through direct negotiation, and includes Crow's Freedom from Price Gouging Act which recovers taxpayer dollars from pharmaceutical companies when they try to hike their drug prices to increase their profits. This bipartisan bill passed the House 230-192. For too long, we have seen the influence of Big Pharma on this chamber. For every member of Congress, there are three industry lobbyists looking to buy their vote. Meanwhile back home in Colorado, one in three of my constituents can't afford to pay for their medication, said Congressman Jason Crow. "I'm proud to have helped introduce a provision to the Lower Drug Costs Now Act that would prevent Big Pharma from raising the cost of prescription drugs past the rate of inflation. The time is now to deliver on our promise to reduce the cost of prescription drugs. Congressman Crow has made increasing access to affordable, high-quality healthcare a top priority. In his first year in Congress, Crow has toured multiple community health centers and district hospitals, hosted a roundtable with seniors focused on lowering the cost of prescription drugs, and is a co-sponsor of Medicare-X Choice Act which would allow consumers the option to buy into Medicare as a health insurance option. The Lower Drug Costs Now Act levels the playing field for American patients and taxpayers: Gives Medicare the power to negotiate directly with the drug companies, and creates powerful new tools to force drug companies to the table to agree to real price reductions, while ensuring seniors never lose access to the prescriptions they need. Makes the lower drug prices negotiated by Medicare available to Americans with private insurance, not just Medicare beneficiaries. Stop… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/house-approves-legislation-lower-cost-prescription-drugs House approves legislation to lower cost of prescription drugs 2019-12-12 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Diana DeGette D000197 degette.house.gov degette https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. House of Representatives today, by a vote of 230 – 192, approved a sweeping drug-pricing reform bill designed to help bring down the cost of prescription drugs for millions of Americans. The legislation, known as the Lower Drug Costs Now Act (H.R. 3), would, among other things, allow Medicare to negotiate directly with pharmaceutical companies to bring down the cost of prescription drugs for the more than 46 million Americans enrolled in Medicare Part D. It would also set a cap on the total out-of-pocket costs that seniors and others on Medicare are required to pay each year for their prescription drugs. "No one in this country should have to choose between putting food on their table and paying for the cost of their medication," said DeGette, who was a cosponsor of the legislation. "This legislation will help bring down the cost of prescription drugs for millions of Americans. It will also save taxpayers tens of billions of dollars, which could then be used to help speed up our search for new breakthrough cures and treatments for some of the most stubborn diseases." The legislation overturns a measure Congress approved in 2003 that currently bars the federal government from directly negotiating the price Medicare pays for prescription drugs. Instead, the bill would explicitly direct the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate down the price of dozens of drugs each year. The lower, negotiated price would apply not only to Medicare, helping to save taxpayers tens of billions of dollars, it would also be available to private insurers as well. In addition to allowing Medicare to negotiate the price of drugs, the legislation sets a limit on how much seniors and others on Medicare have to pay out-of-pocket each year for their prescription drugs. Unlike most private insurance plans, there currently is no limit on how much Medicare beneficiaries can be required to pay each year for their medications. The bill sets a new $2,000 limit on the total out-of-pocket prescription dr… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T23:45:33Z
https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/house-approves-legislation-to-lower-cost-of-prescription-drugs House approves legislation to lower cost of prescription drugs 2019-12-12 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Diana DeGette D000197 degette.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. The U.S. House of Representatives today, by a vote of 230 192, approved a sweeping drug-pricing reform bill designed to help bring down the cost of prescription drugs for millions of Americans. The legislation, known as the Lower Drug Costs Now Act (H.R. 3), would, among other things, allow Medicare to negotiate directly with pharmaceutical companies to bring down the cost of prescription drugs for the more than 46 million Americans enrolled in Medicare Part D. It would also set a cap on the total out-of-pocket costs that seniors and others on Medicare are required to pay each year for their prescription drugs. No one in this country should have to choose between putting food on their table and paying for the cost of their medication, said DeGette, who was a cosponsor of the legislation. This legislation will help bring down the cost of prescription drugs for millions of Americans. It will also save taxpayers tens of billions of dollars, which could then be used to help speed up our search for new breakthrough cures and treatments for some of the most stubborn diseases. The legislation overturns a measure Congress approved in 2003 that currently bars the federal government from directly negotiating the price Medicare pays for prescription drugs. Instead, the bill would explicitly direct the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate down the price of dozens of drugs each year. The lower, negotiated price would apply not only to Medicare, helping to save taxpayers tens of billions of dollars, it would also be available to private insurers as well. In addition to allowing Medicare to negotiate the price of drugs, the legislation sets a limit on how much seniors and others on Medicare have to pay out-of-pocket each year for their prescription drugs. Unlike most private insurance plans, there currently is no limit on how much Medicare beneficiaries can be required to pay each year for their medications. The bill sets a new $2,000 limit on the total out-of-pocket prescription drug costs Me… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-joe-neguse-opening-statement-judiciary-committee-impeachment-markup Congressman Joe Neguse Opening Statement at Judiciary Committee Impeachment Markup 2019-12-12 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Joe Neguse N000191 neguse.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C.Tonight, in a historic markup in the House Judiciary Committee, Congressman Joe Neguse gave the following opening remarks: I'd like to begin tonight by speaking directly to the Americans listening and watching who may disagree with the steps this Committee is taking. I hope you'll understand we are proceeding on this path truly out of love for our country. We are your neighbors, we are your colleagues, your fellow worshipers, and we are all citizens of the greatest nation on earth. We are blessed to live in a country where our similarities far outweigh our differences. My parents immigrated to this country and every day, I am grateful to them for their decision, and to the United States of America for giving us the opportunity to live the American Dream. My parents came to this country because they wanted their children to grow up in a place that is free. A country where leaders respect the rule of law and don't use the power of government to target political opponents. A country with fair elections, and where everyone has the right to vote. Thomas Paine, described voting as the primary right by which other rights are protected.Our sacred right to a free and fair election is ingrained in our constitution. It's a right offered to every American, no matter their background. And yet today, that right is under attack like never before. In 2016, Russia interfered in our elections in sweeping and systematic fashion. And as we now know, the Trump campaign welcomed at that time that interference, and now, the President of the United States has solicited the interference of a foreign government in the 2020 presidential election for his own advantage. President Trump abused his power, and then, engaged in a wholesale obstruction of Congress to cover it up. The fact remains that in the history of our republic, no president has ever ordered such a complete defiance of an impeachment inquiry, until now. If anything is clear, it is this: every American deserves to know that their President will not endanger our… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-neguse-introduces-legislation-expand-local-control-airports Congressman Neguse Introduces Legislation to Expand Local Control of Airports in Northern Colorado 2019-12-12 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Joe Neguse N000191 neguse.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Today, Congressman Joe Neguse introduced legislation to provide additional local control for General Aviation airports, such as Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport, Boulder Municipal Airport and Northern Colorado Regional Airport. The Aircraft Noise Reduction Act, is the result of considerable collaboration with local community leaders across the 2nd district and constituents concerned about noise pollution. The legislation would give General Aviation Airports the authority to impose certain restrictions relating to noise concerns, such as limiting the number and type of aircraft that can operate, and setting curfews or specific hours for them to fly. Under current law, airports must undergo a lengthy and difficult approval process with the Federal Aviation Administration before pursuing mandatory noise-based restrictions, such as a curfew or restrictions on flight operations, which very few airports are able to do successfully. The legislation also stipulates that federal funds cannot be withheld from an airport by choosing to locally regulate air noise. This legislation is the result of months of conversations with community members and local leaders from Boulder County, Superior, Louisville, Lafayette, Nederland, and elsewhere, said Congressman Joe Neguse. Ensuring our local airports can effectively regulate aircraft noise pollution based on what works for them and their community is essential to promote the health and wellbeing of our communities." The Town of Superior enthusiastically supports the legislation proposed by Rep. Neguse that will provide airports with meaningful tools to address community concerns about noise and environmental impacts, said Superior Mayor Clint Folsom. We appreciate Rep. Neguse's ongoing commitment to not only engaging with our residents to hear their concerns but also taking action to draft legislation to help with solutions. The City of Boulder strongly supports this legislation from Rep. Neguse to enable stronger local control over General Aviation airports, … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-neguse-leads-letter-house-requesting-plastic-bottles-no-longer-be Congressman Neguse Leads Letter to the House Requesting Plastic Bottles No Longer Be Used in All Committee Proceedings 2019-12-12 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Joe Neguse N000191 neguse.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C.This week, Congressman Joe Neguse, along with Congresswoman Kim Schrier, sent a joint letter to the Chair of the Committee on House Administration, requesting a policy change to preclude the use of disposable plastic bottles in all committee rooms and proceedings. While climate change is a global problem, solving it depends on the power of our individual choices as consumers, each decision we make has a real cumulative impact on our environment, said Congressman Joe Neguse. As global leaders, it is important that the United States Congress lead by example in this effort to make sustainable choices. Therefore, we encourage the Committee to support our efforts to remove single-use plastic water bottles in the House. Read the letter here. The production of plastics contributes to climate change at every stage of its lifecycle, from production, to refining, to its management as a waste product. Ninety-nine percent of plastic is made from fossil fuels, with refinement being the most greenhouse gas intensive part of the life cycle, and almost all plastic ends up in oceans and landfills. Currently, over 8.3 billion metric tons of plastic had been produced two-thirds of which has been released into the environment and remains there. Despite the dire warning from scientists, global production of plastics is expanding. Studies estimate that a million plastic bottles are bought around the world every minute, with only 7 percent being recycled into new bottles. Plastic production is set to double in the next 20 years and quadruple by 2050. If this reliance on plastics continues, plastics will account for 20 percent of oil consumption by 2050. Last month, Congressman Neguse introduced the Green Government resolution, proposing that the U.S. Capitol Complex opt-in to Washington D.C.'s renewable energy goals and transition to 100% renewable electricity by 2032. Earlier in the year, Congressman Neguse introduced legislation to invest in regenerative agriculture research, incentivize small-scale solar installatio… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://tipton.house.gov/media/press-releases/column-pass-usmca-christmas COLUMN: Pass USMCA Before Christmas 2019-12-12 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Scott Tipton T000470 tipton.house.gov     legacy It has now been over a year since the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) was agreed to by both Canada and Mexico, yet Speaker Nancy Pelosi has so far refused to bring the legislation needed to ratify the deal to the floor for a vote. During that time, Colorado has benefited from the historic economic growth seen across the country, even in rural areas of the state that our district encompasses. Currently, Colorado is enjoying a 2.6 percent unemployment rate while over 43,000 jobs have been created and nearly 67,000 Coloradans have found new jobs. It's clear that the economy in Colorado is booming, but the reality is that passing USMCA would make the economy even better. Following the 2008 recession, the federal government was quick to pass bailouts, overhaul the health insurance industry, and overregulate the financial sector to the point where economic recovery took an unusually long time. All these efforts combined led to years of stagnant growth and an arduous recovery, especially in rural areas. Beginning in 2017, the approach changed and instead the government focused on allowing families and businesses to make their own decisions by lessening the burden of federal regulations. Part of this strategy led to the historic Tax Cuts and Jobs Act getting signed into law, a continued deregulatory agenda, and over the last year, a focus on renegotiating the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). NAFTA was first signed into law in 1994 under President Bill Clinton. The agreement was initially set to strengthen the bonds between two of the United States' biggest trading partners. With newly added trade flows for automobiles, computers, and perhaps most importantly for Coloradans, agriculture products, NAFTA significantly improved trade flows between our North American allies. In the 25 years since NAFTA was ratified, it has not kept up with an ever-changing economy. In some respects, NAFTA has failed to uphold important trade provisions, especially for Colorado's agricultural industry. For instance, i… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?id=3473929C-DF8F-4379-A653-7E57CB8A2610 Bennet, Colleagues Urge Passage of Bipartisan Resolution to Recognize Critical Role of Census, Importance of Safe and Accurate Count 2019-12-12 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Michael Bennet B001267 www.bennet.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet this week co-sponsored a bipartisan resolution, introduced by U.S. Senators Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), to ensure the 2020 Census is fair and accurate. The resolution encourages individuals, families, and households across the United States to take part in the Census so that all communities can be counted. The upcoming 2020 Census is vital for communities across Colorado as it helps determine almost every federal dollar we receive. This affects the amount of money allocated to state and county programs, such as Medicaid, nutrition assistance, housing vouchers, free or reduced school meals, grants for community-driven projects, technical support for farmers, and funding for critical transportation projects, said Bennet. The upcoming census is vital to ensuring Coloradans, and people across the country have the resources and representation they deserve. The 2020 Census is a constitutionally mandated undertaking. The data collected is used to properly allocate seats for the U.S. House of Representatives and state legislatures. It also directs more than $800 billion annually in federal funding to state and local communities. The resolution recognizes the importance and significance of the 2020 Census and encourages all people to participate. It concludes that it is the civic duty of every person to ensure that the 2020 Census is as accurate as possible. In addition to Bennet, Schatz, and Murkowski, the resolution is cosponsored by U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Tom Carper (D-Del.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), Chris Coons (D-Del.), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Kamala Harris (D-Calif.), Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Mazie Hirono (D- Hawaii), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Doug Jones (D-Ala.), Tim Kaine (D-Va.), Angus Ki… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?id=64174B0C-678D-4F6B-9629-6F5F473406CB Bennet, Portman Introduce Major Proposal to Tackle the Eviction Crisis 2019-12-12 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Michael Bennet B001267 www.bennet.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senators Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) and Rob Portman (R-Ohio) today introduced the Eviction Crisis Act to address the national housing crisis crippling millions of Americans who are struggling to rise into the middle class. The new legislation will shed light on the root causes of the eviction crisis, reduce preventable evictions, and limit the devastation to families when eviction is unavoidable. Today in America, an unexpected illness, a car accident, or a family emergency can lead to a family being evicted from their home and falling into a cycle of poverty that lasts for years,said Bennet.The hardship caused by eviction is agonizing for the hundreds of thousands of American families evicted every year and it's damaging to our communities. As a former school superintendent, I saw kids unable to stay awake in class because they didn't have a stable place to sleep the night before. And I've heard from many hard-working Coloradans about how one misstep led to their lives falling apart. Our Eviction Crisis Act will put in place bipartisan measures that both prevent eviction and limit the harm when it is unavoidable. Stable housing is a vital part of getting people back on their feet. I've long worked on efforts to address homelessness and increase the supply of housing and I'm proud to partner with Senator Bennet on this new bipartisan initiative. This legislation will help prevent avoidable evictions, reduce homelessness, and make it easier for people to escape poverty by keeping a roof over their heads, said Portman. Evictions start with the loss of a home and often end with job loss, depression, and becoming further ingrained in the cycle of poverty. Indiana is home to three cities with some of the highest eviction rates in the United States and this legislation takes a number of important steps to work with and support tenants, landlords, and municipalities to help avoid the process of putting another family on the street, said U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.), cosponsor of the Eviction … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?id=C8F56307-82EF-4EE1-A748-A1A1BBBEB239 Bennet Reiterates Support For Basing U.S. Space Command in Colorado in Meeting with Defense Official 2019-12-12 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Michael Bennet B001267 www.bennet.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, met this week with Secretary of the Air Force Barbara Barrett and spoke with the Commander of U.S. Space Command General John W. Raymond to discuss the importance of a focus on national security space. Colorado is the epicenter of national security space and plays a critical role in ensuring our continued technological superiority, global leadership, and capabilities in space, said Bennet. My conversations with Secretary Barrett and General Raymond centered on the importance of increased focus on space as a contested domain and why reestablishing U.S. Space Command in our state would best position our nation to maintain superiority in space. I look forward to continuing to work with Secretary Barrett, General Raymond, and stakeholders in Colorado to address the evolving threats in space. In his conversation with Secretary Barrett, who was confirmed in October, Bennet highlighted Colorado's significant role and history in national security space, and the benefits of the state's existing military and intelligence space infrastructure, exceptional workforce, and strong community support. In May, the Air Force named six finalist bases, four of which are located in Colorado: Buckley Air Force Base in Aurora, Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station in Colorado Springs, Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado Springs, and Schriever Air Force Base in Colorado Springs. Last March, Bennet led the entire Colorado Congressional Delegation and Governor Jared Polis in a letter urging the Department of Defense to reestablish Space Command in Colorado and invited the department's leadership to visit the state. Following the official White House announcement of the reestablishment of Space Command in August, Bennet, the delegation, and the governor sent a new letter to the Defense Department reiterating their support. In the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019, which became law in August 2018, Congress … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-statement-on-the-fccs-vote-to-move-forward-with-the-9-8-8-suicide-hotline Gardner Statement on the FCC’s Vote to Move Forward with the 9-8-8 Suicide Hotline 2019-12-12 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO), who is leading the bipartisan effort in the Senate to establish 9-8-8 as the national suicide prevention hotline, released the following statement today regarding the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) approval of a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to designate 9-8-8 as the 3-digit number for a national suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline. NOTE:Clickhereor the pictureabove to view Senator Gardner's remarks. Today the Federal Communications Commission took an important step in our efforts to establish 9-8-8 as the national suicide prevention hotline. This hotline will be critical to make sure that every American has access to mental health support with a number that's easy to remember in a time of crisis,said Senator Gardner.I am encouraged that the Senate Commerce Committee yesterday passed my legislation to provide oversight for the establishment of the three-digit hotline and look forward to its full consideration by the U.S. Senate. I applaud the FCC's action, and I will continue working with my colleagues to establish the 9-8-8 suicide hotline and ensure critical mental health support is three buttons away. Background: In 2018, Gardner voted for the National Suicide Hotline Improvement Act, which directed the Federal Communications Commission to evaluate using a three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. This August, the FCC released theirreport, which found that a national three-digit line would improve suicide prevention and recommended a simple number that Americans could dial in times of crisis: 9-8-8. In October, Senators Gardner, Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Jerry Moran (R-KS), and Jack Reed (D-RI) introduced S. 2661, theNational Suicide Hotline Designation Act, which designates 9-8-8 for a national suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline and ensures states have the flexibility to strengthen local crisis call centers. The bill ensures states are able to collect fees for the line, similar to… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senate-committee-passes-gardner-backed-bills-to-improve-pilt-extend-secure-rural-schools-program-expand-yucca-house-national-monument Senate Committee Passes Gardner-Backed Bills to Improve PILT, Extend Secure Rural Schools Program, Expand Yucca House National Monument 2019-12-12 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Today the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources approved three bills backed by Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) to provide funding for critical services in counties with large amounts of federal land and protect Ancestral Pueblo cultural sites near the Yucca House National Monument. The Small County PILT Parity Act, S. 2108, would provide greater parity for small counties that receive Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) funding from the federal government. S. 430 would extend the Secure Rural School (SRS) program, which provides funding for critical services in counties with large amounts of tax-exempt forestlands. The PILT and SRS bills will improve the funding for essential services for counties with large amounts of tax-exempt federal lands, said Senator Gardner. I applaud the committee for approving these critical programs to support counties with a limited tax base because they have large amounts of federal land. These bills will make sure critical services like search and rescue, emergency medical services, law enforcement, schools, and maintenance of roads can continue. Hinsdale County is in support of any effort to enact a PILT formula fix. Small counties are adversely affected by large federal land holdings. Such large land holdings make it impossible to have large population sizes. As a result, counties are now penalized by the current PILT formula that does not account enough for small population counties with large federal land holdings. Any efforts to rectify this situation is not only fair but the right thing to do for our citizens, said Susan Thompson, Chair of the Hinsdale County Board of County Commissioners. The Small County PILT Parity Act creates four new population tiers so eligible low population counties could receive a higher annual PILT payment. The current formula makes no distinction between counties that have 500 people or 4,999 people. The formula adjustment will help bring parity to counties with fewer than 5,000 people and help address rising costs for inf… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-jason-crow-announces-102-million-recovered-constituents-2019 Congressman Jason Crow Announces $1.02 Million Recovered for Constituents in 2019 2019-12-11 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Jason Crow C001121 crow.house.gov     legacy Congressman Jason Crow today announced that his office helped recover more than $1.02 million owed to constituents from federal agencies such as the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Social Security Administration. Our work for Colorado's 6th district begins with constituent casework. The team has crisscrossed the district to help Coloradans obtain benefits they have earned and cut through endless bureaucratic red tape. We're proud of the impact we've been able to make in individual's lives and encourage the community to continue to use us as a resource when dealing with federal issues, said Rep. Jason Crow. This year, Crow's team has resolved 536 cases for constituents including over 100 cases for veterans. For example, in one case, they helped recover medals for the daughter of a WWII veteran. I wish to thank Congressman Jason Crow and his staff for coming to my rescue. My father, Lawrence M. Sierocuk, was a decorated WWII veteran. When assembling his medals, two Bronze Stars, a Purple Heart and Campaign Medals, for a display to honor my father's heroism, I noticed I was missing a Bronze Star. Trying to navigate the VA website was confusing and difficult. When I attended one of Congressman Crow's town hall meetings, I asked for help. Aly [from Crow's office] sent me the VA documents I needed to replace the lost medal. In just a month, the missing Bronze Star arrived. Aly delivered it and made me cry. I thought I would never see that medal again. Both the Congressman and his staff are remarkable and they responded immediately to help me make the memorial for my father possible, said Barbara Bundy, constituent of Colorado's sixth district. Congressman Crow's constituent services team stands ready to assist residents of Colorado's sixth district. If residents can't get an answer from a federal agency in a timely fashion, or just need help navigating the system, Crow's team may be able to help resolve a problem or obtain pertinent information. In April, Crow announced mobile office hours, a first of its kind p… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-crow-tackles-climate-change-dod-secures-passage-mira-act-ndaa Rep. Crow Tackles Climate Change at DOD; Secures Passage of MIRA Act in NDAA 2019-12-11 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Jason Crow C001121 crow.house.gov     legacy Today, Rep. Jason Crow (D-CO-6) voted in support of the bipartisan conference report for the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2020, which passed the House of Representatives 377-48. The NDAA funds a wide variety of national security and defense programs and will direct how the U.S. will protect its own national security for the coming year. The bill is expected to be signed by the President in the coming days. Notably, Rep. Crow's Military Installation Resilience Assuredness (MIRA) Act, which improves the security and resilience of military installations that are vulnerable to the damaging effects of extreme weather and climate change, was incorporated into the NDAA. In recent years, extreme weather events brought on by global warming have resulted in billions of dollars spent on base repairs, such as $3.6 billion for Camp Lejeune following Hurricane Florence, which has severely hindered military readiness. As a soldier, I have been on the receiving end of Congress' decision about how to fund our military and I'm proud that today that we came together and passed a bipartisan bill that does our servicemembers justice, said Rep. Jason Crow. To be clear, this isn't a perfect bill, but it is the most progressive NDAA Congress has seen in a generation and advances many of Colorado's key priorities. With the inclusion of the MIRA Act, we are days away from signing into law bold action to address climate change at the Department of Defense. Climate change is a threat to our national security and I'm thrilled to have found common ground with my colleagues to address this urgent issue. After nearly 10 months of developing this year's NDAA, Crow's priorities included in the final conference report includes provisions to: Fighting for Servicemembers, Families, and Civilian Personnel Increase basic pay for servicemembers by 3.1 % - the largest increase in a decade. Implement paid parental leave for all federal employeesin the case of adoption, birth, or fostering to ensure that we are recruiting an… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://lamborn.house.gov/media/press-releases/big-wins-pikes-peak-region-ndaa Big Wins for the Pikes Peak Region in NDAA 2019-12-11 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Doug Lamborn L000564 lamborn.house.gov     legacy Contact: Cassandra Sebastian (719) 520-0055 Washington, D.C.- Today, the House of Representatives passed S. 1790, the Conference Report for Fiscal Year 2020 National Defense Authorization Act, by a vote of 377-48. Congressman Doug Lamborn, Ranking Member of the Readiness Subcommittee, served as a core conferee to the Conference Committee again this year and was one of the Members, Senators, and staff negotiating the final language of the bill. He issued the following statement upon passage: "I was happy to vote YES for the FY20 NDAA conference report. This is a very solid defense bill which strengthens our national defense, continues to rebuild and modernize our forces, and improves the quality of life for our wonderful men and women in uniform and their families. "Like many of my colleagues, I couldn't vote for the bill when it passed on the House floor because the large amount of partisan nonsense jammed into it which had nothing to do with defense. However, after a tough and lengthy negotiation process between the House, Senate, and White House, this conference report now represents a pro-defense bill that will massively improve our military's ability to deter, confront, and defeat current and future threats. "I was especially pleased to include the 3.1% pay raise for our troops: the largest in a decade. Equally important to me were the reforms and fixes to the privatized Military Family Housing program we enacted in the Readiness Subcommittee. With our brave soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines and their noble families occupied with years of sacrifice in service to our nation, the last thing they deserve is having their homes serve as a point of stress and discomfort rather than a sanctuary where they may relax and nurture a family. To this end, we have enacted reforms to this program by establishing a Tenants' Bill of Rights, requiring each of the military departments to develop a formal dispute resolution process, reinforcing Government oversight, and requiring new quality control measures for repairs… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://lamborn.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-lamborn-opposes-articles-impeachment Congressman Lamborn Opposes Articles of Impeachment 2019-12-11 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Doug Lamborn L000564 lamborn.house.gov     legacy "The announcement of articles of impeachment by Speaker Pelosi and House Democrats is a continuation of a baseless witch hunt, which started only days after the President's inauguration. This impeachment investigation has followed no precedent and has moved with haste as Democrats attempt to impeach the duly elected President eleven months before an election. Impeachment should be the most serious constitutional process, but yet Democrats have continually made a mockery of it and our constitution. Democrats have failed to produce any evidence that President Trump engaged in bribery, extortion, or any other high crimes or misdemeanors. Despite the facts, Speaker Pelosi, Chairman Schiff, and Chairman Nadler continue their agenda-driven abuse of power. This is a shameful time in the history of the House of Representatives. I will strongly oppose these articles of impeachment." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://perlmutter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4743 Perlmutter’s Amendment for Rocky Flats Workers Included in FY20 National Defense Authorization Act 2019-12-11 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Ed Perlmutter P000593 perlmutter.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Today, U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter (CO-07) applauded the passage of the FY 2020 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) in the U.S. House of Representatives. The bipartisan, bicameral legislation includes several priorities important to Colorado such as providing all federal employees with 12 weeks paid parental leave, key provisions to support our men and women in uniform such as a 3.1% pay raise for the military, improvements to military family housing, and a repeal of the existing law requiring military surviving spouses to forfeit all or part of their military Survivor Benefit Plan annuity (commonly known as the SPB/DIC offset). Important to the 7th Congressional District is Perlmutter's amendment on behalf of Rocky Flats workers and other Cold War patriots to improve the Energy Employees Occupational Illness and Compensation Program Act (EEOICPA). It was previously included as part of the NDAA passed by the U.S. House in July and was successfully included in the final NDAA package announced this week. Perlmutter helped create the Advisory Board on Toxic Substances and Worker Health in 2015 to reduce red tape faced by workers seeking compensation for illnesses developed as a direct result of their jobs. The Advisory Board, comprised of scientists, medical professionals and former nuclear weapons workers, has improved transparency and made several recommendations to improve the administration of the program. Perlmutter's amendment makes several adjustments to better empower the Advisory Board, improve the claims process for workers, and expand transparency at the Department of Labor.It would also reauthorize the Office of the Ombudsman which serves as a key advocate for former nuclear weapons workers, which expired in October. These workers risked their lives to protect our nation and helped end the Cold War. We owe these patriots the compensation and care they need and deserve as they deal with the health consequences and other side effects related to their service to our country, said Perlm… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?id=44C308E1-E2CA-4A90-B7E4-4C84B6F0A557 Bennet Statement on Court Ruling Against the President Raiding Military Funding for Border Wall 2019-12-11 2019 2019-12 Democrat House CO Michael Bennet B001267 www.bennet.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Today, Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet released the following statement after the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas ruled yesterday against the Trump Administration's decision to transfer funds appropriated to 127 U.S. military construction projects, including at Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado Springs, to build the president's costly, ineffective border wall: The court's ruling reaffirms what Democrats and many Republicans have said all along: President Trump's decision to raid Congressionally appropriated funding for military construction projects to fulfill his ridiculous campaign promise is not only short-sighted, but also unconstitutional. The Department of Defense identified these projects, including the Space Control Facility at Peterson Air Force Base, as critical to military readiness. We will not stand by as this president abuses his power in an attempt to circumvent Congress, flout the rule of law, and undermine our national security. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-and-bipartisan-colleagues-introduce-legislation-to-help-prevent-suicides Gardner and Bipartisan Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Help Prevent Suicides 2019-12-11 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. In an effort to curb the rising suicide rate across the country, U.S. Senators Cory Gardner (R-CO), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Doug Jones (D-AL), and Angus King (I-ME) introduced the bipartisan, bicameral Effective Suicide Screening and Assessment in the Emergency Department Act of 2019. The legislation establishes a grant program to improve suicide screening and prevention practices in emergency departments with a focus on increasing identification, assessment, and treatment of patients who are at risk for suicide. U.S. Representatives Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) and Eliot Engel (D-NY) introduced companion legislation in the House of Representatives. More than 50,000 visits to Colorado emergency rooms in the last three years were due to a mental health crisis, said Senator Gardner. Data shows that around 40 percent of people who die by suicide visited an emergency department in the year leading up to their death. This bipartisan legislation will help emergency department professionals identify and treat patients with a high risk of suicide, improving prevention. It will also help recruit behavioral health professionals and develop innovative solutions for suicide prevention, through tools like telehealth, which will help provide critical mental health support for rural and underserved areas. This bill addresses a prominent need equipping Alaska emergency departments with the tools needed to assess for and treat suicidal patients, as well as strengthening connections to follow up care. As Alaska continues to face one of the highest rates of suicide in the country, additional resources dedicated to implementing suicide prevention programs in our emergency rooms can go a long way. Programs that include assessments, treatment, and care coordination can make a tremendous impact in our state, said Senator Murkowski. Our hearts break for those thinking about suicide or seeking to take their own life, and it's critical that we take every step we can to provide help before it is too late. On average, someone… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-honors-senator-johnny-isaksons-distinguished-career-on-senate-floor Gardner Honors Senator Johnny Isakson’s Distinguished Career on Senate Floor 2019-12-11 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) spoke on the floor of the United States Senate today in honor of Senator Johnny Isakson (R-GA), who announced he would leave the Senate at the end of the year due to health complications. NOTE: Click here or the picture above to view Senator Gardner's remarks. Anyone who has ever worked with Johnny knows him as a kind, thoughtful, and compassionate colleague, said Senator Gardner. I wish Johnny and his wife Dianne the best as they get ready to begin a new chapter in their lives. I know they're looking forward to having more time to spend with their three children and eight grandchildren, but we are very grateful for Johnny's time and his service in the United States Senate, for all of his work to take care of our nation's veterans, and for the quality of person that he is. Remarks as delivered: Mr. President, I want to agree with my colleague from Alabama, Senator Jones. Now Senator Jones and I haven't been here as long as some of our other colleagues have been, but I think it's probably fair to say that when Senator Jones and I have a colleague who is departing or the presiding officer has a colleague who's departing, there's one day of farewell, maybe there's an hour window where we can come to the floor or a reception in the Mansfield room to say thank you. I think it's fair to say that I've been in line for a long time to get to this day to say thank you to Johnny Isakson, as has my colleague Senator Jones. These tributes started when you first announced that you would be retiring from the Senate, and it is very fitting that they continue through this day because of the work that you have pursued, the accomplishments that you have made, but also the humanity that rests in your heart. All of us are better off because of your work, knowing you, and I hope that a little bit of Johnny Isakson rubs off on all of us that we can be here today knowing that we're a better institution, better leaders, better public servants because of your model. Johnny Isakson,… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardner-measure-to-provide-substantial-funding-for-rural-broadband-clears-senate-committee Gardner Measure to Provide Substantial Funding for Rural Broadband Clears Senate Committee 2019-12-11 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Today the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation passed a measure authored by U.S. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) to provide potentially billions to expand access to broadband in rural areas. By approving this legislation, the Senate Commerce Committee took a great step toward bridging the divide between urban and rural Colorado, said Senator Gardner. My proposal would ensure that at least 10 percent of the proceeds from a sale of C-band spectrum would be allocated for rural buildout in unserved and underserved areas throughout Colorado and the country. Gardner's measure was included in S. 2881, the 5G Spectrum Act, which was approved by the Senate Commerce Committee. The measure requires 10 percent of all of the proceeds from the C-Band spectrum auction in the bill to go directly to wireless broadband infrastructure buildout in unserved and underserved areas throughout rural communities across the country. Gardner first proposed the idea of a rural dividend provision in 2017 with his legislation known as the Advancing Innovation and Reinvigorating Widespread Access to Viable Electromagnetic Spectrum (AIRWAVES) Act, under which 10 percent of proceeds from spectrum auctions would be devoted to increasing broadband access in rural areas. Gardner's efforts to expand broadband deployment in rural Colorado include: In August, Gardner introduced the bipartisan TOWER Infrastructure Deployment Act with Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ), which requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to improve and streamline workforce development programs to prepare for next-generation communications infrastructure. In July, Gardner introduced the bipartisan AIRWAVES Act with Senator Maggie Hassan (D-NH), which could provide roughly $6.5 billion to expand broadband access in rural areas. In May, Gardner introduced the bipartisan Map Improvement Act of 2019 with Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) to update broadband deployment maps so federal funding will go where it is needed most. In March, G… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/gardners-bill-to-determine-if-russia-is-a-state-sponsor-of-terrorism-passes-foreign-relations-committee Gardner’s Bill to Determine if Russia is a State Sponsor of Terrorism Passes Foreign Relations Committee 2019-12-11 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Cory Gardner's (R-CO) legislation to determine if Russia is a state sponsor of terror was approved by the Senate Foreign Relations Committeetoday. The legislation, the Stopping Malign Activities from Russian Terrorism (SMART) Act,requires the State Department to determine within 90 days and report to Congress whether the Russian Federation meets the criteria under U.S. law to be designated as a State Sponsor of Terrorism. This designation is made by the Secretary of State for countries that have repeatedly provided support for acts of international terrorism and currently includes North Korea,Iran, Syria, and Sudan. According to the State Department, sanctions resulting from designation under these authorities include restrictions on U.S. foreign assistance; a ban on defense exports and sales; certain controls over exports of dual use items; and miscellaneous financial and other restrictions. Vladimir Putin continues to try to cause grievous harm to international peace and stability, and I'm pleased today the Senate Foreign Relations Committee advanced my critical legislation directing the State Department to consider naming Russia what they are a state sponsor of terror,said Senator Gardner.Putin's Russia has invaded its neighbors Georgia and Ukraine, supports the murderous regime of Bashar al-Assad and many of our adversaries around the globe, and is engaged in election meddling and active information warfare against Western democracies. Russia is also directly responsible for heinous terrorist actions, such as the downing of Malaysia Flight 17 over Ukraine in 2014 that killed 298 people, including an American citizen, and the chemical weapons attacks in United Kingdom in 2018 that killed two people, including a British citizen. Unless Russia fundamentally changes its behavior, we must not repeat the mistakes of past Administrations of trying to normalize relations with a nation that continues to pose a serious threat to the United States and our allies. ReadSenator Gardner's Op… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.gardner.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senate-committee-approves-gardners-9-8-8-suicide-hotline-bill Senate Committee Approves Gardner’s 9-8-8 Suicide Hotline Bill 2019-12-11 2019 2019-12 Republican House CO Cory Gardner G000562 www.gardner.senate.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Today the SenateCommittee on Commerce, Science, and Transportationpassed U.S. Senator Cory Gardner's (R-CO) bipartisan bill to designate 9-8-8 as the national suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline. Gardner's National Suicide Hotline Designation Act, S. 2661, designates 9-8-8 as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, which would include the Veterans Crisis Line for veteran-specific mental health support. The current National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and Veterans Crisis line are 10-digits long, which is a barrier to Americans in crisis seeking support. The language that cleared the Senate Commerce Committee included a report to improve support services for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning (LGBTQ) youth and other high risk populations. NOTE:Clickhereor the picture above to view Senator Gardner's remarks. Suicide has tragically impacted too many families in Colorado,said Senator Gardner.This easy-to-remember number would make it easier for Americans dealing with a mental health crisis to receive life-saving support. With the Senate Commerce Committee's approval today, this bipartisan bill to create a three-digit suicide hotline became one step closer to becoming reality. I will continue to push Congress to create this three-digit hotline, because too many people are suffering and don't know where to turn to for help. "Today, the Senate Commerce Committee took an important step to advance suicide prevention resources for all Americans with the markup of S. 2661. The Trevor Project is especially encouraged by the inclusion of language requiring the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to create a distinct plan for LGBTQ youth who are disproportionately impacted by the suicide crisis in the U.S. to access specialized service through the Lifeline. We thank Senators Gardner and Baldwin for listening to the voices of LGBTQ Americans, and look forward to working with SAMHSA to strengthen the Lifeline for the future."said Sa… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z

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