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| https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-backs-white-house-rescission-targeting-wasteful-spending-criminal | REP. BOEBERT BACKS WHITE HOUSE RESCISSION TARGETING WASTEFUL SPENDING ON CRIMINAL ALIENS | 2026-09-28 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Lauren Boebert | B000825 | boebert.house.gov | boebert | https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | LONE TREE, COLO. — Rep. Lauren Boebert (CO-04) announced her support for the White House decision to cancel roughly $810 million in previously appropriated spending through a pocket rescission. The package includes a $567 million cut to Department of Health and Human Services programs for criminal aliens, as well as cuts to international assistance, including foreign debt relief, and other agencies. “This is America First in action,” Rep. Boebert said. “The Trump Administration is cutting wasteful spending that does not benefit American citizens. Hardworking taxpayers should not be forced to bankroll health and social services for people who broke our laws.” “Federal health dollars are not an open invitation,” Rep. Boebert said. “When Washington subsidizes care and services for criminal aliens, it rewards lawbreaking and leaves less for American families, seniors, veterans, and rural hospitals. Reducing that spending is common sense.” “These are the types of policies needed to ensure future funds go to rural hospitals,” Rep. Boebert said. “Colorado’s rural communities cannot keep emergency rooms, maternity wards, and clinics open if federal health money is treated as a magnet for illegal immigration.” | 1 | 2026-09-29T11:07:12Z | 2026-09-29T11:08:49Z |
| https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-calls-pause-diesel-exports-help-farmers-ranchers-and-truckers | REP. BOEBERT CALLS FOR A PAUSE ON DIESEL EXPORTS TO HELP FARMERS, RANCHERS, AND TRUCKERS | 2026-09-28 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Lauren Boebert | B000825 | boebert.house.gov | boebert | https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | LONE TREE, CO — U.S. Representative Lauren Boebert (R-CO) today called for a temporary pause on U.S. diesel exports through January 2027, followed by a joint review between Congress and the Administration to determine whether the pause should be extended for another three months. Colorado producers should not be forced to subsidize foreign markets while paying more at home. “While our farmers are filling tanks at record prices and families are being impacted by affordability every day, we are still shipping diesel overseas," said Rep. Boebert. "That is backwards. Pause the exports for American producers and then reassess whether another three months is needed.” "Congress and the Trump Administration must work together to pause diesel exports through January 2027," said Rep. Boebert, "delivering relief to farmers, ranchers, and truckers; and putting American energy and American consumers first." "This is common sense,” Rep. Boebert said. “End the squeeze on rural America. I will work with anyone serious about delivering real relief.” | 1 | 2026-09-29T11:07:12Z | 2026-09-29T11:08:49Z |
| https://crank.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-crank-and-administrator-dr-oz-host-roundtable-combating-waste-fraud-and | Rep. Crank and Administrator Dr. Oz Host Roundtable on Combating Waste, Fraud, and Abuse Within Healthcare Programs in Colorado | 2026-09-28 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Jeff Crank | C001137 | crank.house.gov | crank | https://crank.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | COLORADO SPRINGS, C.O. -- Today, Representative Jeff Crank (CO-05) and Administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Dr. Mehmet Oz held a roundtable with local leaders focused on combating waste, fraud, and abuse of federal health programs. This roundtable comes after the announcement that Colorado was found to have overspent on Medicaid by $158 million last year and is projected to be $443 million over budget for the ’26-’27 fiscal year. "This Administration and Congressional Republicans have worked to combat waste, fraud, and abuse throughout federal health programs to ensure they are reserved for our nation's most vulnerable as they were intended," said Rep. Crank. "However, just this past year, the State of Colorado has mismanaged Medicaid funds, overspending by over $150 million and providing funding for illegal immigrants and transgender surgeries, and that is just unacceptable. I appreciate Administrator Dr. Oz coming to Colorado's Fifth Congressional District to learn more about healthcare in our community and how we can navigate the complexities of state policies that hamper our ability to combat waste, fraud, and abuse." "Medicaid was created in a high-trust society, but that trust won't survive if we let fraud, waste, and abuse run rampant," said CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz. "I'm grateful to Rep. Crank and local health leaders for joining me to discuss how we can shut down scams, stop runaway spending, and protect essential health care for the vulnerable Americans who need it." | 1 | 2026-09-29T11:07:12Z | 2026-09-29T11:08:49Z |
| https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases/cms-administrator-oz-joins-rep-gabe-evans-colorados-8th-district-discuss-state | CMS Administrator Oz Joins Rep. Gabe Evans in Colorado’s 8th District to Discuss State Medicaid Fraud and to Tour UNC's New College of Osteopathic Medicine | 2026-09-28 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Gabe Evans | E000300 | gabeevans.house.gov | gabeevans | https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | GREELEY Colo.— Today, Congressman Gabe Evans welcomed Administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Dr. Mehmet Oz to the Eighth Congressional District. The visit consisted of a roundtable with Northern Colorado healthcare leaders to discuss a variety of topics such as the implementation of H.R.1 and recent trends of waste, fraud, and abuse in the State’s Medicaid system and a tour of the new College of Osteopathic Medicine at the University of Northern Colorado. This timely visit comes after CMS recently granted $169 million in Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) funding awarded to 91 grantees to expand healthcare access and strengthen rural health systems across Colorado. It also comes after Colorado’s State Medicaid program has been in the headlines for its budget crisis, being $158 million over budget in the 25-26 cycle, and is projected to be $443 million overspent for ‘26-‘27. “I’m grateful to Administrator Oz for visiting Colorado’s Eighth district to sit down with the doctors, hospitals, health care providers, and local leaders who serve our communities every day. Medicaid is a lifeline for our most vulnerable neighbors, and protecting the program means making sure every taxpayer dollar is spent responsibly and reaches the people who truly need it. Colorado’s Medicaid program was nearly $158 million over budget last year and is now projected to be roughly $443 million over budget this year and has seen over $100 million dollars in verified fraud. That is not sustainable. As Congress works to strengthen Medicaid, we need strong partnership from CMS, accountability at every level of government, and a serious commitment to rooting out waste, fraud, abuse, and mismanagement. I look forward to working with Administrator Oz to protect taxpayers, preserve Medicaid for those who depend on it, and ensure this program is strong for generations to come.” — Congressman Gabe Evans "Medicaid was created in a high-trust society, but fraud, waste, and abuse are eating away at its foundat… | 1 | 2026-09-29T11:07:12Z | 2026-09-29T11:08:49Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/28/bennet-cortez-masto-scott-celebrate-passage-of-hispanic-heritage-month-resolution/ | Bennet, Cortez Masto, Scott Celebrate Passage of Hispanic Heritage Month Resolution | 2026-09-28 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet joined Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Rick Scott (R-Fla.) to pass a resolution recognizing and celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, which takes place every year from September 15th to October 15th. Hispanic Heritage Month honors the contributions that the Hispanic and Latino communities have made to American achievements, culture, and history. “The deep roots of the Hispanic community in Colorado are part of what makes Colorado great,” said Bennet. “This month, I’m reflecting on and celebrating the incredible contributions of the 1.3 million Hispanic Coloradans. Our work must continue to uplift Hispanic communities in Colorado and across the country.” “The Hispanic community in the United States is an integral part of the American story,” said Cortez Masto. “This month is an opportunity to reflect on the progress made by Latinos, celebrate our accomplishments, and continue building a better future. This month and every month, I’m proud of my Latina heritage.” “Florida’s Hispanic communities are a vital part of what makes the Sunshine State the best place to live, work, and raise a family,” said Scott. “Hispanic Americans have shaped Florida’s history, boosted our economy, and strengthened our communities – helping fuel the promise of the American Dream for countless Floridians. I’m proud to join Senator Cortez Masto in leading this resolution to recognize Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrate the incredible history, culture, and countless contributions of Hispanic Americans in Florida and across our nation.” Bennet has cosponsored a Hispanic Heritage Month resolution every year since he began his Senate tenure. In addition to Bennet, Cortez Masto, and Scott, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), John Fetterman (D-Pa.), Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.), Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), Mazie Hirono (D-Hawai’i), Tim Kaine (D-Va.), Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.), Amy K… | 1 | 2026-09-29T11:07:12Z | 2026-09-29T11:08:49Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/28/bennet-duckworth-colleagues-demand-trump-administration-extend-and-redesignate-temporary-protected-status-for-ukrainians/ | Bennet, Duckworth, Colleagues Demand Trump Administration Extend and Redesignate Temporary Protected Status for Ukrainians | 2026-09-28 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | The senators call for an 18-month extension and redesignation as TPS for Ukrainians is set to expire next month Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet joined Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) and a bipartisan group of 29 Senate colleagues to demand that the Trump administration issue an 18-month extension and a redesignation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Ukrainians living in the United States as Russian President Vladimir Putin continues his unjustified war of aggression against their homeland. The senators, in their letter to Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, underscored how a failure to extend TPS ahead of its expiration next month would send thousands of Ukrainians back into a war zone as Putin continues targeting civilian infrastructure ahead of winter. “Current conditions in Ukraine clearly merit the continuation of TPS status. The ongoing war has caused a humanitarian crisis and damage to critical civilian infrastructure that has left many with limited or no access to heat, electricity or medical services. Ukrainian nationals cannot safely return at this time, and allowing TPS to terminate on October 19, 2026, would risk sending more than one hundred thousand individuals back to an active war zone,” wrote the senators. Ukrainian TPS holders have long enriched communities in Colorado and across the nation, both culturally and economically. The senators emphasized that extending TPS for 18-months would protect these vulnerable members of our community from being forcibly returned to dangerous conditions, while ensuring our nation continues to benefit from their ongoing contributions. Bennet has long supported the Ukrainian people’s fight against Putin aggression. He leads legislation in the Senate intelligence and defense bills, both of which have passed their respective committees, to bolster intelligence and drone cooperation with Ukraine. Bennet joined bipartisan colleagues to introduce and pass the Sanctioning Russia Act, sev… | 1 | 2026-09-29T11:07:12Z | 2026-09-29T11:08:49Z |
| https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/crow-introduces-legislation-to-innovate-care-for-military-trauma | Crow Introduces Legislation to Innovate Care for Military Trauma | 2026-09-25 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Jason Crow | C001121 | crow.house.gov | crow | https://crow.house.gov/news | scraper | AURORA — Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO), a former paratrooper and Army Ranger who serves on the House Armed Services Committee and House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, introduced the Cooperative Overseas Military Battlefield Advancement in Trauma (COMBAT) Care Act to ensure our military is innovating and developing new approaches to trauma care on the battlefield. His bipartisan bill authorizes the establishment of joint education and training programs with foreign countries to develop new techniques that can save lives on the battlefield. It will allow for groundbreaking research to be conducted alongside partners around the world who have made advancements in the space. As warfare evolves, so must the care American servicemembers receive. Crow introduced his bipartisan bill alongside Congressman Jeff Crank (R-CO). It was endorsed by the University of Colorado Anschutz. “The future of warfare is changing, as we are seeing in Ukraine right now. The United States must be ready for the new challenges we face, and ensure that our servicemembers receive world-class care when they need it most,” said Congressman Crow. “I’m proud to work with the University of Colorado Anschutz to introduce legislation that will help take care of the men and women who keep our country safe.” "It is important that the advancement in education and research partnerships regarding military trauma continues to grow, so that we can take care of the men and women who serve our country. The COMBAT Care Act works to grant the Department of War and the State Department the authority to work together to study military trauma and look towards better treatment options for our service members and veterans. Pleased to work with my Colorado colleague Congressman Jason Crow to get this bill introduced,” said Congressman Crank. “Establishing joint education and training programs with foreign allies is crucial to ensure our military trauma teams are best equipped to care for our warfighters,” said Vik Bebarta, MD, founding director of th… | 1 | 2026-09-26T09:43:57Z | 2026-09-26T09:44:55Z |
| https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1941 | Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen, Congressman Joe Neguse Lead Bill to Permanently Fund Payments to Rural Counties with Federal Lands | 2026-09-25 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Brittany Pettersen | P000620 | pettersen.house.gov | pettersen | https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | LAKEWOOD — Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) and Congressman Joe Neguse (CO-02) this week introduced the Permanently Authorizing PILT Act to guarantee reliable federal payments to Colorado counties that provide essential services on and around tax-exempt federal lands. Without predictable mandatory funding, counties will never have the true assurance of the federal revenue that they receive. The Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) program provides payments to counties, including 56 in Colorado, and other local governments with non-taxable federal lands within their borders to offset lost property tax revenue. These payments are key for local governments to fund services including transportation infrastructure projects, education, law enforcement, healthcare, and emergency services. While PILT has operated under reauthorizations for previous fiscal years, this legislation would make the program a mandatory funding effort by Congress not subject to the federal appropriations process. A permanent authorization will provide certainty for counties, ensuring they can maintain their services without disruption. “Our rural communities provide essential services on and around federal lands—from roads and schools to emergency response—and they deserve funding they can count on. These counties shouldn’t have to wonder every year whether the federal government will provide needed support for these services,” said Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen. “I’m proud to work with my friend, Rep. Neguse, to make PILT permanent so these counties can plan for the future and keep delivering for Coloradans.” “Colorado’s 2nd District spans from the Front Range to the Western Slope, including many communities that rely on federal PILT payments for essential local services — from firefighting and search-and-rescue operations to the construction of public schools and roads. Our bill, the Permanently Authorizing PILT Act, makes this program permanent, ensuring local governments can rely on a consistent stream of federal support to keep th… | 1 | 2026-09-26T09:43:57Z | 2026-09-26T09:44:55Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/25/bennet-murray-schumer-colleagues-introduce-legislation-to-end-trumps-trade-war-with-canada-lower-costs/ | Bennet, Murray, Schumer, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to End Trump’s Trade War with Canada & Lower Costs | 2026-09-25 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | Denver — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a senior member of the Senate Finance Committee with jurisdiction over trade and tariffs, joined U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-Wash.) and Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) to introduce legislation that would revoke President Trump’s newest global tariffs and 50 percent tariffs on Canada, and curtail Trump’s ability to continue waging his unilateral trade war. Trump has continued to ignore skyrocketing costs and, now, has hit American families with a new round of tariff taxes. “Americans are tired of paying for Trump’s tariff war,” said Bennet. “As costs continue to rise, the Trump administration has doubled down on making everyday goods more expensive while insisting that the economy has never been better. Democrats refuse to play along with this alternate reality; that’s why I’m joining my Senate colleagues to introduce legislation that blocks Trump’s tariffs and refunds the money back to Coloradans.” “Trump’s erratic and senseless trade war is nothing short of economic arson — no business can plan around Trump’s unpredictable tariffs, American credibility is shot, and costs are up,” said Murray. “While Republicans are enabling Trump’s economic sabotage, Democrats are fighting to put an end to these reckless tariffs. That’s why we’re introducing this legislation to block and refund Trump’s tariffs so we can focus on growing the economy for everyone and making life affordable again.” “While inflation rages, families struggle to pay their bills, and small businesses close, Trump – detached from reality – continues his bluster on the global stage, doubling down on a chaotic trade war that has meant only pain for American families, farmers, and manufacturers,” said Leader Schumer. “Republicans won’t stand up to Trump’s nonsense and Americans are crying out for relief. That’s why I am introducing legislation that would end Trump’s costly tariff taxes.” Since Trump started his latest trade war, American families have paid the price. In just one year, Trum… | 1 | 2026-09-26T09:43:57Z | 2026-09-26T09:44:55Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/25/bennet-slotkin-colleagues-demand-answers-from-hegseth-on-cost-of-iran-war/ | Bennet, Slotkin, Colleagues Demand Answers from Hegseth on Cost of Iran War | 2026-09-25 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | President Trump’s Pentagon Has Greatly Underestimated the Iran War’s Costs Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, joined U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) and 43 Senate colleagues, including fellow Colorado Senator John Hickenlooper, to demand a full accounting of the costs of President Trump’s reckless war of choice with Iran. The senators criticized the President’s hand-picked Department of Defense leadership for withholding basic budget information from Congress and the American public, even as U.S. casualties and taxpayer costs continue to increase. The United States is now more than six months into a conflict President Trump initially said would last six weeks. NineteenAmerican servicemembers have been killed and more than 820 wounded, and over 50,000 troops are currently deployed to the Middle East. In the letter, the senators note that deployments have been repeatedly extended, and that their offices have heard directly from military families worried about loved ones serving in the conflict. “Meanwhile, at home, American taxpayers have already paid an extra $100 billion out of their pockets for higher gas and diesel prices alone and at least another $60 billion in higher costs for things like groceries, mortgages, and plane tickets as a result of the war,” wrote the senators. “Now you are asking that they pay again to fund a war of choice that Congress never authorized and the President launched with no strategic plan.” In their letter, the senators highlight the contrast between the current Pentagon’s transparency record with past wartime practice, noting that Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has briefed Congress only seven times in six months and held just eight Pentagon press briefings or interviews since the war began, compared to more than 70 press briefings in the first month of the Iraq War alone. The senators also criticized the administration’s public supplemental funding request as a seven-page document offering o… | 1 | 2026-09-26T09:43:57Z | 2026-09-26T09:44:55Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/25/bennet-young-reintroduce-legislation-to-combat-national-eviction-crisis/ | Bennet, Young Reintroduce Legislation to Combat National Eviction Crisis | 2026-09-25 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | Denver — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet and Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.), members of the Senate Finance Committee, reintroduced the updated Eviction Crisis Act of 2026. This legislation would address our urgent national eviction crisis, creating an emergency rental assistance program to reduce preventable evictions and making it easier for American families to stay securely housed. “Today, an 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,” said Bennet. “The hardship caused by eviction is agonizing for the millions of American families facing it every year, and that harm reverberates across 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. I’ve heard from many Coloradans about how one misstep led to their lives falling apart. Our Eviction Crisis Act will both prevent eviction and limit the harm when it is unavoidable.” “Many families are one unexpected expense away from losing the stability that comes with having a place to call home,” said Young. “The Eviction Crisis Act would help prevent avoidable evictions by better coordinating tenants, landlords, and municipalities to address housing instability before it becomes a crisis. Passing this bill will help more Hoosiers families stay in their homes.” Our country’s eviction crisis is driven by a national affordable housing shortage that is particularly acute for low-income renters. In 2024, the Congressional Research Service calculated that 49.4 percent of renter households spent more than 30 percent of household income on housing costs and 26.2 percent of renter households spent more than half. Denver recorded 15,953 eviction filings in 2025, just seven fewer than the city’s record set in 2024 and 72 percent above pre-pandemic levels. The Colorado Judicial Branch also reported 41,482 sheriff-involved evictions in county courts in fiscal year 2024. Additionally,… | 1 | 2026-09-26T09:43:57Z | 2026-09-26T09:44:55Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/25/icymi-bennet-calls-for-new-federal-agency-to-prevent-catastrophic-ai-risk/ | ICYMI: Bennet Calls for New Federal Agency to Prevent Catastrophic AI Risk | 2026-09-25 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | Video of Bennet’s interview on The Source with Kaitlan Collins can be found HERE. Washington, D.C. — This week, Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet announced a new proposal to create an independent federal agency to regulate frontier artificial intelligence (AI) models and social media platforms. In an interview with Kaitlan Collins on CNN’s The Source last night, Bennet contrasted his call for an independent federal AI regulator with what he described as President Donald Trump’s failure to establish meaningful safeguards. He emphasized that Trump was more focused on his relationship with Chinese President Xi Jinping and the tech executives gathered at the White House than on addressing the concerns Americans are facing, including the need for AI regulation, high diesel prices, and high mortgage rates. CNN — The Source Collins: You want to establish an independent agency, basically, to regulate AI. How would that work? Bennet: It would have a five-member commission, like some other independent commissions, and we would have clear pre-clearance for these frontier models before they escape from these companies and wreak havoc throughout our world potentially. And there is a very serious set of fines. I mean, what I say in this proposal is that we should fine these guys as much as a third of their trailing revenue if they’re unwilling to submit themselves to a system of transparency, to a system of accountability, Kaitlin. When there are people in these companies saying that there might be a 10 percent chance, or a 15 or 20 percent chance that humanity could be destroyed by AI, we need to listen to that. We need to pay attention to that, and we need to deal with it in an orderly way – not so we don’t innovate – we should innovate. I want us to lead the Chinese, but we should do it in a thoughtful, common sense way. That’s not the way Donald Trump approaches any of these questions. But I think the American people are demanding it. Bloomberg – Balance of Power Mathieu: Well, he’s trying deliberately to play th… | 1 | 2026-09-26T09:43:57Z | 2026-09-26T09:44:55Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/icymi-hickenlooper-mccormick-celebrate-formation-of-senate-bipartisan-science-and-innovation-caucus/ | ICYMI: Hickenlooper, McCormick Celebrate Formation of Senate Bipartisan Science and Innovation Caucus | 2026-09-25 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | In case you missed it, U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper and Dave McCormick joined scientists, researchers, and legislative staff at a kickoff event last week at the U.S. Capitol to celebrate the formation of their U.S. Senate Bipartisan Science and Innovation Caucus. Watch the highlights of the kickoff event HERE. “If you were to look at the things that distinguish America, most notable would be our investments in science and the parallel expansion in growth and entrepreneurship at the highest level,” said Hickenlooper at the kickoff event last week. “We’ve led the world in scientific knowledge and expansion in growth, and we’ve had the economy that comes with that… That’s why we’re here to make sure we maintain our lead.” “Pennsylvania has some of the best universities, researchers, entrepreneurs, and innovators in the world, and the breakthroughs happening across our Commonwealth are creating jobs, strengthening our economy, and advancing our national security,” said McCormick. “This caucus is about making sure we build on that incredible momentum, turn great American research into real-world innovation, and ensure Pennsylvania and the United States continue to lead the world in science and technology.” The Bipartisan Science and Innovation Caucus will highlight and elevate American scientific research and the application of those discoveries to promote innovation. Caucus members will work together with industry leaders and the research community to develop policies that promote U.S. leadership in science. Hickenlooper and McCormick plan to host briefings, engage in roundtables and other conversations about existing and new policies, and provide a venue for discourse about new legislation to boost American scientific research and our STEM workforce. Watch the launch video for the caucus on Hickenlooper’s X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube accounts The United States has been a global economic leader for the past 50 years because of our dedication to science, technology, and innovation. Federally-funded res… | 1 | 2026-09-26T09:43:57Z | 2026-09-26T09:44:55Z |
| https://crow.house.gov/media/in-the-news/the-hill-colorado-democrat-introduces-bill-to-bolster-battlefield-trauma-care-research | The Hill: Colorado Democrat introduces bill to bolster battlefield trauma care research | 2026-09-25 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Jason Crow | C001121 | crow.house.gov | crow | https://crow.house.gov/news | scraper | Rep. Jason Crow (D-Colo.), a former Army Ranger, will introduce a bill Friday to help the U.S. military continue developing new approaches to provide service members and veterans battlefield trauma care by learning lessons from conflict overseas. Crow, who sits on the House Armed Services Committee, will introduce the Cooperative Overseas Military Battlefield Advancement in Trauma (COMBAT) Care Act, which would authorize the defense secretary, in consultation with the secretary of State, to establish a joint training and education program with foreign militaries to study and learn from prior wars. “The future of warfare is changing, as we are seeing in Ukraine right now. The United States must be ready for the new challenges we face and ensure that our servicemembers receive world-class care when they need it most,” Crow said in a statement. The bill is co-sponsored by Rep. Jeff Crank (R-Colo.) and was endorsed by the University of Colorado Anschutz, located in Aurora. An identical provision was included in the House and Senate versions of the National Defense Authorization Act. As part of the education program, the U.S. and other countries in the program can conduct joint conferences, symposia and professional exchange programs involving medical professionals, according to a copy of the bill, which was first shared with The Hill. The Pentagon’s Joint Trauma System (JTS), which was established in 2016, looks to improve trauma readiness and outcomes through “evidence-driven performance improvement.” “Our vision is to support the combatant commands by ensuring every service member injured in any theater of operation will be provided with the optimum chance for survival and maximum potential for functional recovery,” the JTS says on its website. Crank said it is “important” that the improvements in education and research partnerships in regards to military trauma continue to improve so that the U.S. can take care of its service members. “The COMBAT Care Act works to grant the Department of War and the State… | 1 | 2026-09-29T11:07:12Z | 2026-09-29T11:08:49Z |
| https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-drones-are-bringing-surveillance-state-your-front-door | REP. BOEBERT: DRONES ARE BRINGING THE SURVEILLANCE STATE TO YOUR FRONT DOOR | 2026-09-24 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Lauren Boebert | B000825 | boebert.house.gov | boebert | https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | LONE TREE, CO — Rep. Lauren Boebert (CO-04) warned that government drone programs are expanding without a public inventory, without sufficient Fourth Amendment protections, and with too many Chinese drones and parts still in the fleet. “Not one piece of hardware or software from the People’s Republic of China belongs on a police or federal drone in the United States,” Rep. Boebert wrote. “Not the chip, camera, battery, flight controller, app, firmware, or cloud login. American first responders deserve American supply chains.” “Until recently,” she noted, “most drones sold to police departments were made in China.” Even if new sales slow, fleets of Chinese drones remain deployed, and efforts continue to keep Chinese components, software, and supply chains in the fleet. “The United States government has no official public count of how many drones law enforcement agencies own and fly,” Rep. Boebert wrote. “Congress should not have to take its numbers from corporate earnings calls about how many aircraft are already circling overhead.” Rep. Boebert wrote that all drones across the United States should be registered within 30 days of operational deployment. Rep. Boebert wrote that federal tax dollars should go to real emergencies, including search and rescue, wrecks, officer safety, and barricaded suspects, rather than persistent aerial patrols above American homes. “‘Drone as first responder’ is not a substitute for a warrant,” she wrote. “Persistent neighborhood surveillance is a general warrant from the sky, and a microphone on a drone is an intercept.” She wrote that listening should require the same legal process as a Title III wiretap, with no fishing expeditions, audit logs, and short retention. “I stand with law enforcement. I stand even more firmly with the Constitution,” Rep. Boebert wrote. “We can give first responders the tools they need without surrendering the right of free Americans to live unmonitored lives. Protecting individual privacy is essential if freedom is to mean anything for the next gen… | 1 | 2026-09-25T10:04:52Z | 2026-09-25T10:05:46Z |
| https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1939 | Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen's Statement on Her Latest Bill Passed by Both Chambers | 2026-09-24 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Brittany Pettersen | P000620 | pettersen.house.gov | pettersen | https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “I am thrilled to see my bill, the Romance Scam Prevention Act, passed out of the Senate last night. Romance scams don’t just steal people’s savings—they exploit their trust and leave lasting emotional damage. As more Americans turn to online dating to find meaningful relationships, scammers are increasingly using these platforms to target vulnerable people and families. If a dating platform removes someone for fraud, the people they contacted deserve to know so they can protect themselves before it’s too late. “If signed into law, this will be my sixth bill enacted during this Trump Administration – proof that we can fight hard against his lawlessness, cruelty and corruption, while also working to find common ground where we can. I’m proud of my record and I will keep working to deliver for the people in our district.” ### | 1 | 2026-09-25T10:04:52Z | 2026-09-25T10:05:46Z |
| https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1940 | Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen Leads Sanctions Effort to Reduce Fentanyl Trafficking into United States | 2026-09-24 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Brittany Pettersen | P000620 | pettersen.house.gov | pettersen | https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | LAKEWOOD — Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) today announced the introduction of legislation that will extend critical sanctions against foreign fentanyl traffickers and strengthen the federal government’s ability to disrupt the financial networks fueling the illicit opioid trade. The bipartisan Fentanyl Sanctions Reauthorization Act of 2026, which is co-led by Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), reauthorizes the Fentanyl Sanctions Act, which is set to expire in December, and ensures Treasury officials can continue targeting foreign jurisdictions, financial institutions, and illicit transactions tied to fentanyl trafficking. “Like far too many families, mine has been impacted by the opioid crisis. My mom struggled with a prescription drug addiction that ultimately led to heroin and fentanyl. She overdosed 20 times in one year alone before we were finally able to get her the medical care she desperately needed, but too many people are not as lucky. Fentanyl is the most potent and lethal drug on the black market, and it has taken the lives of hundreds of thousands of people across our country. We are facing an overdose crisis that demands urgent action to stop the influx of these dangerous drugs from being trafficked to our country,” said Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen. “This bill gives the US the tools we need to disrupt the financial networks behind the illicit opioid trade and hold foreign traffickers accountable so more families don’t have to go through the heartbreak of losing a loved one to an overdose.” “The fentanyl crisis affects communities across the country. As a border state, Texas has seen the devastation caused by fentanyl and cartels,” said Congressman Roger Williams. “We must reauthorize the Fentanyl Sanctions Act to ensure the United States has the tools it needs to crack down on the deadly drugs and crime entering our country from overseas.” Synthetic opioids, such as fentanyl, were involved in nearly 48,000 American deaths in 2024, leaving families and communities grieving lives cut s… | 1 | 2026-09-25T10:04:52Z | 2026-09-25T10:05:46Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/24/bennet-cassidy-cortez-masto-collins-coons-wicker-reintroduce-bipartisan-bill-to-provide-tax-relief-for-americorps-volunteers/ | Bennet, Cassidy, Cortez Masto, Collins, Coons, Wicker Reintroduce Bipartisan Bill to Provide Tax Relief for AmeriCorps Volunteers | 2026-09-24 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) and Bill Cassidy (R-La.) led Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), Chris Coons (D-Del.), and Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) to reintroduce the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award Tax Relief Act. This legislation would provide tax relief for AmeriCorps members who earn Segal Education Awards to help pay for higher education costs that they earn through their service. “In Colorado and across the country, AmeriCorps volunteers contribute to our communities and help improve the lives of our kids and neighbors through countless hours of service,” said Bennet. “Congress should recognize their commitment and help them further their education without this unnecessary burden. I’m grateful to work with my colleagues to ensure the education assistance they earn is not unfairly taxed.” “Life in every parish has been improved by AmeriCorps members,” said Cassidy. “From stopping crime to helping communities after a hurricane, their service ought to be rewarded, not unfairly taxed.” “AmeriCorps members provide a lifeline to communities and students across the country, and they shouldn’t be taxed for their education awards,” said Cortez Masto. “Our bipartisan bill will eliminate this unfair tax on their service and help them keep their education costs down.” “AmeriCorps members make significant contributions to communities in Maine and across the country,” said Collins. “The Education Award they earn helps them pursue higher education or pay down student loan debt and should not be subject to federal income tax. This bipartisan legislation would ensure they receive the full benefit of the assistance they earned through their service.” “Young people who join AmeriCorps sacrifice higher salaries in order to dedicate an enormous amount of time and energy to helping communities in need,” said Coons. “We should celebrate that service and make sure it sets members on a path to affordable education and good jobs. This bill will ensure that those who choose… | 1 | 2026-09-25T10:04:52Z | 2026-09-25T10:05:46Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/24/icymi-on-senate-floor-bennet-calls-on-trump-to-rescind-unscientific-vaccine-order-and-fire-hhs-secretary-kennedy/ | ICYMI: On Senate Floor, Bennet Calls on Trump to Rescind Unscientific Vaccine Order and Fire HHS Secretary Kennedy | 2026-09-24 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | Video of Bennet’s Full Remarks Available HERE Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet reiterated his call for President Donald Trump to rescind the unscientific childhood vaccine executive order and fire the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. last night on the Senate floor. Bennet’s speech comes when measles cases are at 30-year highs across the country and Colorado is seeing the sixth-lowest measles vaccination rate in the nation for kindergarteners. President Trump and Secretary Kennedy are amplifying anti-vaccine rhetoric instead of making communities safer. Immunization rates are dropping, schools are vulnerable, and Colorado’s children are paying the price. “Right now our nation is living through the most severe measles outbreak in over 35 years. Measles is not a mild childhood inconvenience; it is one of the most contagious viruses on earth, capable of causing high fevers, brain swelling, long-term disability, and death. In Colorado, we have already confirmed 25 cases this year, including seven hospitalizations,” said Bennet on the Senate floor. “Of these cases, 22 people were unvaccinated. Of the 25 that have measles in Colorado today, 22 were unvaccinated. That’s the most we’ve had in over 30 years. You have to go back to 1995 to find an outbreak in my state that’s even close to what we’re seeing today. We’re going backwards when it comes to public health in the richest country in the world, and families in Colorado and all across this country are suffering the consequences.” Bennet emphasized that Colorado’s measles cases are particularly disappointing given the state’s history: it was a 1988 outbreak at Fort Lewis College in Durango that directly prompted the CDC to change its vaccine recommendation from one dose to two. This followed a rigorous investigation by CDC investigators. Bennet highlighted the sharp contrast of following the facts with the leadership of President Trump and Secretary Kennedy who are playing political games with pe… | 1 | 2026-09-25T10:04:52Z | 2026-09-25T10:05:46Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/hickenlooper-details-expansive-costs-of-iran-war-in-senate-floor-speech-ahead-of-vote-to-end-war/ | Hickenlooper Details Expansive Costs of Iran War in Senate Floor Speech Ahead of Vote to End War | 2026-09-24 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | Hickenlooper: “You’re paying for this war every day: when you fill up your tank, buy your groceries, and pay your rent.” This afternoon, Hickenlooper voted to end the war in Iran WASHINGTON – Ahead of a Senate vote to end the Iran war, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper took to the Senate floor yesterday and highlighted the true costs of the war that go beyond the Pentagon’s estimate of $43.6 billion. He urged his Republican colleagues to break with the president to end the illegal, costly war. “I don’t want to talk about what that 43 billion dollars includes. Today, I want to talk about what that number doesn’t include,” said Hickenlooper on the Senate floor. “Wars aren’t measured just in dollars and cents. It is measured in lives lost, whether Americans feel safer and better off.” Watch his full speech HERE. “Take the 19 brave servicemembers whose deaths have been disclosed by the Pentagon. That is 19 families who have lost someone irreplaceable. In just a few weeks, children will trick-or-treat without a parent. A few weeks later, families will gather for Thanksgiving with an empty seat at the table,” he continued. Hickenlooper raised the deeply concerning reports that suggest the Pentagon has not properly disclosed the real casualty numbers of the war. “Reports say that the Pentagon is not being transparent with Congress or the American people. What we know is every one of those lives deserves our gratitude. And every one of those families deserves an accurate accounting of this war’s human cost.” He continued to emphasize the toll on all of our servicemembers deployed in the region, “Since February, more than 800 servicemembers have been wounded in the Middle East. Some went days without receiving adequate hospital care. Many face life-altering injuries… Back at home, their loved ones are left worrying and wondering whether they will be home for the holidays.” He also noted how the Iran war has weakened our national security and undermined our position in the global economy. “Since June, the war has co… | 1 | 2026-09-25T10:04:52Z | 2026-09-25T10:05:46Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/watch-hickenlooper-video-statement-on-increasing-energy-prices/ | WATCH: Hickenlooper Video Statement on Increasing Energy Prices | 2026-09-24 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | In just the first six months of 2026, Colorado families spent an additional $71 on electricity than they did in the first half of 2024 WASHINGTON – Yesterday, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper called out President Trump and MAGA Republicans for how their broken agenda has increased energy prices and fueled a cost-of-living emergency. “President Trump’s costly war has sent gas prices climbing and diesel prices to record highs. But so far, Trump refuses to address this crisis. In fact, he’s making it worse,” said Hickenlooper. “Last summer, Trump and MAGA Republicans passed their disastrous budget bill and zeroed out a program that helped lower-income families and communities harness solar energy to lower their energy bills.” “The administration fired all of the federal workers who ran a different program that helps 6 million low-income households heat and cool their homes, including about 85,800 households in Colorado. And they’ve canceled millions in federal contracts for clean energy projects – many of them already underway – and wasted taxpayer money in the process. “Americans deserve relief, not higher costs. Our fight isn’t over. We won’t stop working to actually bring down costs and help Colorado families.” Watch his full video HERE. Before the war, the national average for diesel was $3.72 per gallon. This week, it’s over $6.50 per gallon, marking a nearly 75% increase. A farmer using 1,000 gallons of diesel during a harvest is paying roughly $2,800 more just to do the same work. In total, Coloradans have spent an additional $2 billion on gas since the beginning of the war. Colorado families have spent an additional $80 on electricity in 2025 under President Trump than they did in 2024. And, in just the first six months of 2026, they spent $71 more on electricity than they did in the first half of 2024. Hickenlooper has been vocal in his opposition to President Trump’s cost-of-living emergency fueled by the president’s war with Iran. Hickenlooper has introduced a War Powers Resolution to direct Preside… | 1 | 2026-09-25T10:04:52Z | 2026-09-25T10:05:46Z |
| https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1937 | Congresswoman Pettersen Introduces Bill to Expand Financial Literacy Resources for High School Students | 2026-09-23 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Brittany Pettersen | P000620 | pettersen.house.gov | pettersen | https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | LAKEWOOD – Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) today announced her introduction of a bill to expand financial literacy resources for high school students. The bipartisan Promoting Financial Literacy in Secondary Schools Act, which Pettersen introduced with Congressman David Valadao (R-CA), would give high schools access to voluntary, expert-developed resources that teach students how to budget, manage credit, and avoid costly debt. According to Junior Achievement USA, in 2024, 68% of teens in Colorado want a financial literacy class, but only 31% reported having access to those resources. “I know how hard it can be to navigate our financial system, especially for people like me who were the first in their family to graduate from high school and college. Too many young people enter adulthood without anyone ever teaching them how to build credit, manage a budget, or protect themselves from financial decisions that can follow them for years,” said Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen. “Every one of our students should have access to the resources they need to make informed financial decisions, regardless of their path after high school. I’m so proud to join Congressman Valadao to introduce this common-sense, bipartisan bill that will help high schools better prepare our young people to achieve financial security, avoid costly mistakes, and set them up for success.” “Filing taxes, managing a budget, building savings, and understanding credit are all important life skills, yet too many students graduate high school without the financial knowledge they need to make informed decisions,” said Congressman David Valadao.“Instead of trying to navigate a complicated financial system on their own, students should have a strong foundation in financial literacy. The bipartisan Promoting Financial Literacy in Secondary School Act would give students these critical tools before they graduate and help prepare the next generation for success—whether they choose to attend college, pursue a trade, or enter the workforce." Specific… | 1 | 2026-09-24T09:44:48Z | 2026-09-24T09:45:52Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/23/bennet-markey-merkley-demand-trump-administration-release-all-documents-from-u-s-saudi-nuclear-deal/ | Bennet, Markey, Merkley, Demand Trump Administration Release All Documents from U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Deal | 2026-09-23 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, joined Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), and a bipartisan group of colleagues on a letter to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, pressing the Trump administration to declassify and publicly release the two side letters accompanying the proposed U.S.-Saudi civil nuclear cooperation agreement, referred to as a “123 agreement.” The Trump administration recently submitted the 123 agreement to Congress, as is required by law, but classified key side letters the agreement repeatedly references at the lowest possible level. This classification prevents the public and a large swath of Congress from fully assessing the agreement, given that the side letters affect the obligations and operation of the underlying agreement. “Congress has a statutory responsibility under Section 123 of the Atomic Energy Act to review the proposed nuclear deal, which seeks to facilitate nuclear cooperation with significant implications for U.S. national security interests. Access to the full text is required for the Senate and the public to have a clear understanding of the commitments being made on the nation’s behalf and those being made by Saudi Arabia to the United States,” wrote the senators. “The side letters affect the obligations and operations of the underlying agreement and cannot be viewed in isolation from it; the President’s own transmission letter to Congress states that the agreement ‘…was concluded with two accompanying side letters.’ Their public release would also allow civil society, independent experts, and other affected stakeholders to scrutinize the deal.” “Transparency and open debate are cornerstones of our democracy. Congress and the American public must have a meaningful opportunity to review and debate the key components of the U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal before it potentially enters into force. To that end, we call on you to declassify… | 1 | 2026-09-24T09:44:48Z | 2026-09-24T09:45:52Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/23/bennet-welch-release-proposal-to-establish-new-federal-agency-to-prevent-catastrophic-ai-risk-regulate-big-tech/ | Bennet, Welch Release Proposal to Establish New Federal Agency to Prevent Catastrophic AI Risk, Regulate Big Tech | 2026-09-23 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | Federal Digital Commission Would Have Pre-Clearance Review of Frontier AI Models, Ability to Pause Release Without Necessary Safeguards, and Assess Civil Penalties of Up to 15 Percent of a Firm’s Prior-Year Global Revenue Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet and U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) today announced a new proposal building off of their landmark legislation to create a new independent federal agency to regulate frontier artificial intelligence (AI) models and social media. The AI Regulator Act would require pre-certification for frontier AI models, delay the public release of any AI model that could pose catastrophic risks without necessary safeguards, and issue formal rulemakings able to keep pace with the speed of innovation. It could also conduct investigations, engage in research, and impose penalties of up to 15 percent of a firm’s prior-year global revenue. These new authorities add to the proposed Federal Digital Commission longstanding remit to regulate the largest digital platforms, and ensure that a dedicated agency is empowered to protect Americans from catastrophic AI risk, safeguard our kids online, reduce harmful market concentration, and prevent national and economic security risks. “The challenge posed by a new technology and a new industry able to profoundly transform our economy and society is one we have faced before,” said Bennet. “In the past, we created new expert agencies to regulate aviation, pharmaceuticals, and telecommunications. But today, no such agency exists for AI or social media platforms. Oversight is fragmented between states and federal agencies, while Congress tries to address each new problem one bill at a time. The Federal Digital Commission would keep pace with innovation, act before serious harm occurs, and have the authority to hold companies accountable when they break the rules.” “Americans in Vermont and across the country are freaked out by the warnings of AI researchers, and I’m right there with them. It’s clear we can’t leave it to A… | 1 | 2026-09-24T09:44:48Z | 2026-09-24T09:45:52Z |
| https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-calls-mortgage-underwriting-and-credit-score-reform-and-lowering | REP. BOEBERT CALLS FOR MORTGAGE UNDERWRITING AND CREDIT SCORE REFORM AND LOWERING THE BARRIER TO HOMEOWNERSHIP | 2026-09-23 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Lauren Boebert | B000825 | boebert.house.gov | boebert | https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Lone Tree, CO — Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-04) sent a letter to Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins calling for underwriting and credit-score reform so qualified Americans can buy a home without being locked out by outdated down-payment and credit rules. “Affordability is what families talk about around the kitchen table in the heartland,” Rep. Boebert wrote. “Republicans in Congress cut taxes. Next, we need to reform the home-buying process." Rep. Boebert is seeking to work with the departments to develop new policy that changes who qualifies for credit, cuts process costs, and modernizes mortgage rules without weakening the loan itself. She argued that a rigid 20 percent down payment knocks working families out of homeownership, and that on-time rent history and real-world income patterns should count. “Asking a buyer to put down hundreds of thousands of dollars knocks many out of the chance to buy and grow their wealth,” she wrote. "I intend to work in a bipartisan manner with my colleagues to eventually introduce legislation." Rep. Boebert said the federal mortgage system still judges borrowers through a narrow lens: a traditional credit score built on revolving debt and a steady W-2 paycheck. That approach shuts out renters with years of on-time payments but thin credit files; farmers and ranchers whose income arrives at harvest; tradesmen, contractors, seasonal workers, and small-business owners whose earnings vary by design; and commission earners punished for volatility instead of credited for income. On an $833,000 jumbo loan, she noted, 20 percent down is about $167,000, while 5 percent is about $42,000. In many parts of the country, a jumbo loan is the only path to a primary residence. "Keeping the bar at 20 percent does not automatically make the loan safer,” she wrote. “It just delays homeownership and keeps people renting longer." Rep. Boebert asked for a more flexible down-payment standard for j… | 1 | 2026-09-25T10:04:52Z | 2026-09-25T10:05:46Z |
| https://crow.house.gov/media/in-the-news/hoodline-aurora-could-land-156m-to-fix-flood-prone-northwest-streets | Hoodline: Aurora Could Land $15.6M to Fix Flood-Prone Northwest Streets | 2026-09-23 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Jason Crow | C001121 | crow.house.gov | crow | https://crow.house.gov/news | scraper | Northwest Aurora’s proposed flood-control work is tied to about $15.6 million in federal support under the Water Resources Development Act. The House passed the measure Tuesday by a 415-9 vote, but it still needs Senate approval. Even if approved, the authorization alone would not provide all the funding needed for construction. A Long-Awaited Fix for Chronic Street Flooding The bill, as reported by Sentinel Colorado, sets aside funding for Aurora to construct new storm sewers and expand the city's stormwater capacity, with planned improvements expected to help prevent flooding on East 11th Avenue, Alton Street and East 14th Avenue in northwest Aurora. Among the specific projects called out is a new storm sewer at the intersection of East 14th Avenue and Yosemite Street, an area residents have watched flood repeatedly. Rep. Jason Crow advocated for the Aurora funding, according to the same report. He said the investment would address aging sewer infrastructure and flood-related safety problems, while helping the city respond to climate change. Crow also said he would continue seeking federal resources for Colorado communities. What Else Is Riding on the Bill Aurora is one part of a broader water-resources package. The legislation dedicates $150 million to protect rural water infrastructure nationwide, a provision noted in the article and by CPR. It also includes funding for several Colorado projects, and Colorado’s House members voted for the measure. Separately, Crow has introduced the Protect the West Act, which would invest in wildfire mitigation, and sponsors the bipartisan Championing Local Efforts to Advance Resilience Act, which would let states establish and maintain resiliency offices to address climate-change effects. Neither measure was part of Tuesday’s House vote. Next Stop: The Senate For now, the Water Resources Development Act awaits approval from the Senate, and the article notes the National Association of Counties reported on both the House passage and the bill's pending Senate status. … | 1 | 2026-09-29T11:07:12Z | 2026-09-29T11:08:49Z |
| https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/crow-passes-funding-authorization-to-upgrade-water-infrastructure-in-aurora | Crow Passes Funding Authorization to Upgrade Water Infrastructure in Aurora | 2026-09-22 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Jason Crow | C001121 | crow.house.gov | crow | https://crow.house.gov/news | scraper | AURORA — Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO) recently voted and secured authorization for millions of dollars in federal funding to improve water infrastructure and help prevent flooding in Colorado. The House of Representatives recently passed the Water Resources Development Act. Included in the bill was authorization for $15.6 million championed by Congressman Crow for the construction of a new storm sewer line and additional stormwater inlets around 14th Avenue and Yosemite Street in Aurora to better capture stormwater during large downpours, helping to prevent flooding on at least three roads in the city—11th Avenue, Alton Street, and 14th Avenue. During storms, excess flooding in these areas can damage property and make roads impassable, creating hazards for drivers and first responders. The bill now heads to the U.S. Senate. “I am proud to secure federal funding to help improve water infrastructure, prevent flooding, and address the impact of climate change in Colorado,” said Congressman Crow. “In Aurora and many other communities, old sewers cause frequent street flooding and unsafe conditions. In Congress, I will continue to bring home critical funds to better Colorado and our communities.” Crow has also helped prepare Colorado against the impacts of climate change. He introduced the Protect the West Act with Senator Bennet to make critical investments that would mitigate intensifying wildfires, and he is leading the bipartisan Championing Local Efforts to Advance Resilience (CLEAR) Act to empower states nationwide to establish and maintain resiliency offices to combat the worst effects of climate change. | 1 | 2026-09-23T09:45:16Z | 2026-09-23T09:46:14Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/22/bennet-hickenlooper-colleagues-challenge-trump-efforts-to-restrict-mail-in-voting/ | Bennet, Hickenlooper, Colleagues Challenge Trump Efforts to Restrict Mail-In Voting | 2026-09-22 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | 261 current and former lawmakers joined together to file amicus brief in SCOTUS Mail-In Voting Case Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper, alongside the entire Senate Democratic Caucus and members of the U.S. House of Representatives, filed an amicus brief challenging the legality of President Donald Trump’s executive order and U.S. Postal Service (USPS) rule that imposes unconstitutional, unworkable restrictions on mail-in voting, including requiring states to provide a “citizenship verification list” and attempting to give USPS control over who can vote by mail. “Since the beginning of his administration, President Trump and congressional Republicans have done everything they can to make our voting system less safe and secure,” said Bennet. “The Supreme Court must stand firm against this latest unconstitutional attempt to supersede the authority of states and Congress when it comes to our elections, all in an effort to make it harder for Coloradans to cast a vote by mail.” “Mail-in voting is safe, secure, and makes our elections more accessible,” said Hickenlooper. “The Trump administration continues throwing everything at the wall to restrict the fundamental right of every American to choose their leaders. It’s an unconstitutional, authoritarian attack that we won’t let them get away with.” Colorado’s vote-by-mail system helped produce a voter turnout rate of 71 percent in the 2024 general election, nearly 6 percent higher than the national average. Of these voters, 92.2 percent chose to return a mail ballot. Nationally, nearly one-third of Americans have voted by mail in recent elections — a voting practice Trump himself used as recently as August 2026, when he voted in Florida’s Republican primary. In the court filing, the group argued that Trump’s executive order and USPS’s final rule violate the separation of powers and steal congressional authorities outlined in Article I of the U.S. Constitution, which gives the States and Congress exclusive authority over a… | 1 | 2026-09-23T09:45:16Z | 2026-09-23T09:46:14Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/hickenlooper-statement-on-detainee-accounts-of-tuberculosis-exposure-at-aurora-ice-detention-center/ | Hickenlooper Statement on Detainee Accounts of Tuberculosis Exposure at Aurora ICE Detention Center | 2026-09-22 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | DENVER – Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper released the following statement in response to a report by the Denver Post that an entire pod was placed on quarantine after being exposed to tuberculosis (TB) at the Aurora ICE Detention Facility. Neither ICE nor local health officials confirmed the report. “Public health officials can’t stop a TB outbreak they’re not allowed to track,” said Hickenlooper. “ICE’s refusal to follow Colorado law or give members of Congress answers puts lives at risk. They’re trying to slow us down, but we won’t stop pushing until we get to the bottom of this.” Representatives from Hickenlooper’s office visited the detention facility last Friday. ICE officials and medical staff at the facility refused to tell Hickenlooper’s staff whether anyone had recently tested positive for TB or been exposed to it. This is the second reported case of tuberculosis at the Aurora ICE Detention Facility in recent months. In June, Adams County Health Department was notified of a case of suspected TB at the facility, triggering a routine investigation, which was blocked by GEO. ICE later confirmed they had a positive TB case, but refused to allow state health officials to investigate. As a result, last month the state of Colorado sued GEO Group, which operates the Aurora ICE Detention Facility, to force GEO to comply with state law and allow public health officials to perform a full investigation. The CDC’s guidelines for “Prevention and Control of Tuberculosis in Correctional and Detention Facilities” state that it’s “mandatory” for every correctional facility – private, federal, state or local – to report suspected and confirmed cases of TB to its local or state health department. Hickenlooper visited the Aurora ICE Detention Facility at the end of August to demand answers on the TB outbreak and push ICE to comply with state law. Hickenlooper held meetings with Adams County and state public health officials before and after his oversight visit. ### | 1 | 2026-09-23T09:45:16Z | 2026-09-23T09:46:14Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/new-report-co-families-have-spent-4500-more-on-goods-services-under-president-trump/ | New Report: CO Families Have Spent $4,500 More On Goods & Services Under President Trump | 2026-09-22 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | Hickenlooper: “This isn’t the ‘Golden Age’ President Trump pretends it is” WASHINGTON – As President Trump’s tariffs and war with Iran continue to hurt Colorado families, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper highlighted the cost-of-living emergency that’s plaguing the state. According to a report from the Joint Economic Committee Minority, Colorado families have spent $4,500 more in goods and services under President Trump. Some of the key findings from the report include: Energy Costs: People across Colorado have spent over $2 billion more on gas since the beginning of the war. That means the average family in Colorado has spent $697 more on gas. Families in Colorado paid at least $80 more for electricity in 2025 under President Trump than they did in 2024. In the first half of 2026, Colorado families paid an estimated $71 more for electricity than they did in the first half of 2024. Housing Costs: Colorado families have had to spend $554 more on housing costs such as rent and mortgage payments since President Trump took office. Grocery Costs: Americans paid $310 more for groceries in President Trump’s first year than in 2024, and grocery prices are now more than 4 percent higher than when Trump took office. Healthcare: Monthly Affordable Care Act (ACA) premiums have risen over 50% on average in 2026 compared to last year while deductibles surged to record highs increasing by more than $1,000 on average. “With each passing month, President Trump’s illegal war, tariffs, and healthcare cuts are costing Coloradans more and more,” said Hickenlooper. “This isn’t the ‘Golden Age’ President Trump pretends it is, and it’s certainly not the bargain working families signed up for. We’re fighting to end the war, reimburse consumers and small businesses for Trump’s tariffs, and reverse his healthcare cuts. We’ll keep pushing Congress to act and make your life better.” Watch Hickenlooper’s Full Video Here Last week, Hickenlooper spoke on the Senate floor about the cost-of-living emergency that President Trump and MAGA Rep… | 1 | 2026-09-23T09:45:16Z | 2026-09-23T09:46:14Z |
| https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-bilirakis-announce-new-diabetes-caucus-co-chair-120th-congress | DeGette, Bilirakis Announce New Diabetes Caucus Co-Chair for 120th Congress | 2026-09-21 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Diana DeGette | D000197 | degette.house.gov | degette | https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representatives Diana DeGette(CO-01) and Gus Bilirakis (FL-12), Co-Chairs of the Congressional Diabetes Caucus, announced that Representative Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) will serve as the new Democratic Co-Chair of the Caucus in the 120th Congress. Co-Chair-Designate Schrier will join Co-Chair Bilirakis in leading the 246-member Diabetes Caucus, one of the largest and most influential bipartisan member organizations in the United States Congress. “I am proud to announce my friend, Rep. Kim Schrier, as the incoming Democratic Co-Chair of the Congressional Diabetes Caucus,” said Rep. DeGette. “Diabetes impacts millions of Americans across every district in this country, crossing all political lines. Those who live with diabetes in this nation need strong advocates on their behalf in the years to come. Rep. Schrier brings her expertise as a pediatrician and as someone with direct personal experience with diabetes to her work every day. She is a tough, practical legislator and will drive bipartisan work to expand access to life-saving treatments, bring down insulin costs, and fund the biomedical research that will ultimately lead to a cure.” “Diana is a dear friend and one of the fiercest advocates I have ever had the privilege of working alongside,” said Rep. Bilirakis. “For years, we have put politics aside and worked together toward a shared goal: improving the lives of Americans living with diabetes and, ultimately, finding a cure. Her leadership, tenacity and compassion have helped drive tremendous progress in diabetes research, treatment and prevention. I am deeply grateful for her friendship and partnership, and for the lasting legacy she has built through her leadership of the Congressional Diabetes Caucus. I am also pleased that Dr. Kim Schrier will join me in leading the Caucus in the 120th Congress, should voters place their continued trust in us to serve. As a pediatrician who also lives with Type 1 diabetes, she brings firsthand experience to the issues facing patients and famil… | 1 | 2026-09-22T09:42:49Z | 2026-09-22T09:44:35Z |
| https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-there-zero-truth-these-house-ethics-committee-allegations | REP. BOEBERT: THERE IS ZERO TRUTH TO THESE HOUSE ETHICS COMMITTEE ALLEGATIONS | 2026-09-20 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Lauren Boebert | B000825 | boebert.house.gov | boebert | https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — A spokesperson for Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) said today there is zero truth to the allegations in a politically motivated September 17 filing to the House Ethics Committee. The Congresswoman rejects the claims as utterly false. Under House Committee on Ethics Rule 15, a complaint may not be filed within 60 days of an election in which the Member is a candidate. This filing was submitted inside that window. The Committee is required to return it. The same rule also provides that a submission from a non-Member is not a complaint unless a Member of the House certifies in writing that it was made in good faith and warrants the Committee’s review. No Member has provided that certification. “Swearing to it does not make it a complaint,” the spokesperson said. “This was a political smear packaged as an ethics filing and published before anyone checked whether it even qualifies under the Committee’s rules.” The press should stop treating that document as if it were an investigation. The allegations are false. The filing does not meet the Committee’s rules, and it follows the same pattern of recycled sensational claims previously fact-checked as false. | 1 | 2026-09-21T10:25:24Z | 2026-09-21T10:26:54Z |
| https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-boebert-denies-allegations-september-17-filing | CONGRESSWOMAN BOEBERT DENIES ALLEGATIONS IN SEPTEMBER 17 FILING | 2026-09-20 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Lauren Boebert | B000825 | boebert.house.gov | boebert | https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-04) issued the following statement making clear there is zero truth to the allegations in a politically motivated September 17 filing to the House Ethics Committee. She rejected these baseless and utterly false claims in their entirety: “I reject these baseless allegations as utterly false and there is no truth to them whatsoever. I have never had a sexual relationshipor an inappropriate romantic relationship with any member of my staff—past or present. This is nothing more than a politically motivated stunt designed to manipulate the ethics process, create headlines, smear me, and generate clickbait." “They come from an activist who has long recycled sensational claims, including numerous baseless accusations previously fact-checked as false. These untruthful claims are ridiculous, reckless, and politically motivated as they come just a few weeks before ballots go out in my election. To be clear, swearing to it does not make it an official complaint. This was a political smear packaged as an ethics filing and published before anyone checked whether it even qualifies under the Committee’s rules.” BACKGROUND The press and other interested parties should not treat the September 17 filing as an investigation. Under House Committee on Ethics Rule 15, a submission from a non-Member is not considered a complaint unless a Member of the House certifies in writing that it was made in good faith and warrants the Committee’s review. No Member has provided that certification. The same rule bars complaints filed within 60 days of an election in which the Member is a candidate. The September 17 submission falls within 60 days of the November 3 election, and these false claims were submitted within that window. David Wheeler also likely committed perjury and broke a federal law when he certified under penalty of perjury that his lies were the truth and acknowledged that “knowingly making false statements to the Committee may violate federal law, including 18 U.S.C. § 1001.… | 1 | 2026-09-22T09:42:49Z | 2026-09-22T09:44:35Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/hickenlooper-calls-on-trump-administration-to-reverse-colorado-disaster-aid-denials/ | Hickenlooper Calls on Trump Administration to Reverse Colorado Disaster Aid Denials | 2026-09-19 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper released the following statement calling on the Trump administration to reverse its decision denying Individual Assistance (IA) and Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funding which were part of the State’s request following the extensive damage caused by the Aspen Acres and Gold Mountain fires. The IA grants would have provided direct assistance to people in Pueblo and Custer Counties, including temporary housing and home repairs. The HMGP grants would have helped rebuilding communities prevent future disasters. “The Trump administration should reverse this decision,” said Hickenlooper. “Requests for individual assistance and hazard mitigation grants are not made frivolously. These resources are what’s needed to help Colorado families and communities recover and prevent future tragedies. We will continue standing with those impacted by these horrific fires and do everything we can to support them in their hour of need.” The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) previously approved Colorado’s request for Public Assistance following the Aspen Acres and Gold Mountain fires. Earlier this month, FEMA also released $97 million to help Colorado communities recover from past disasters and mitigate future ones. ### | 1 | 2026-09-20T09:37:28Z | 2026-09-20T09:38:59Z |
| https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lauren-boebert-honors-legacy-wwii-veteran-norman-russell-his | CONGRESSWOMAN LAUREN BOEBERT HONORS THE LEGACY OF WWII VETERAN NORMAN RUSSELL WITH HIS FAMILY | 2026-09-19 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Lauren Boebert | B000825 | boebert.house.gov | boebert | https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | KEENESBURG, CO — Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-04) joined the community in remembering and honoring the life and service of U.S. Army Veteran Norman Russell. His daughters Terri Redden, Norma Sigler, and Connie Kunz were in attendance. “Colorado’s Fourth District is home to patriots who answered the call when our nation needed them most,” said Congresswoman Boebert. “Norman Russell was one of those men. He laid communication lines under enemy fire, was wounded in service to his country, and came home to raise a family with humility, courage, and love. We honor him because freedom is not free, and the Greatest Generation paid the price so that we could live in liberty. I am proud to stand with his family, fellow veterans, and the people of Keenesburg as we remember a true American hero.” “My dad never bragged about what he did. He just served,” said Terri Redden, Norman Russell’s daughter. “I wanted to get his medals so I could give them to my son, William, and he could carry on his grandfather’s legacy. That is how we keep Dad’s story alive.” Norman Russell was inducted into the U.S. Army on June 5, 1942, and served as a communications soldier and truck driver. After training at Camp Walters, Texas, he served in North Africa, Tunisia, Italy, and France, often running telephone wire along the front lines under enemy fire. He was wounded in combat, later injured again when his jeep was struck near the Colmar Pocket, and was hospitalized at Fitzsimons in Colorado, ending his military service. | 1 | 2026-09-22T09:42:49Z | 2026-09-22T09:44:35Z |
| https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/crow-introduces-bill-to-stop-trump-and-hegseth-from-hiding-the-human-toll-of-their-war-with-iran | Crow Introduces Bill to Stop Trump and Hegseth from Hiding the Human Toll of Their War with Iran | 2026-09-18 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Jason Crow | C001121 | crow.house.gov | crow | https://crow.house.gov/news | scraper | AURORA — Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO), a former paratrooper and Army Ranger who serves on the House Armed Services Committee and House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, introduced the Honoring the Sacrifice of Troops in War Act to prevent the Secretary of Defense from manipulating government data on troop casualties and therefore hiding the human cost of war. Secretary Pete Hegseth recently recategorized the death of four servicemembers and the injuries of more than 200 others in an attempt to downplay the damage done by the President’s reckless war with Iran. Not only does his move shamelessly disrespect these servicemembers’ service to our country, but it could also impact the benefits they and their families receive. The Honoring the Sacrifice of Troops in War Act prevents the Pentagon from hiding the human cost of this war going forward, fixes the records they’ve already changed, and restores any benefits stripped from troops and their families as a result. Joining Congressman Crow on this bill are Representatives and fellow Democratic veterans Pat Ryan (D-NY), Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA), Eugene Vindman (VA-07), Maggie Goodlander (NH-02), Chris Deluzio (PA-17), Herb Conaway (NJ-03), Derek Tran (CA-45), Mike Thompson (CA-04), Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), Ted Lieu (CA-36), and Salud Carbajal (CA-24). “The men and women who step up to serve and defend our country deserve respect, and their families deserve to know they’ll get the full benefits earned in service. It’s wrong for Pete Hegseth to play politics with their service so he can hide the human toll of Trump’s reckless war with Iran,” said Congressman Crow. “This Administration has proven time and again that they don’t care about our servicemembers or our military families.” “Every Patriot deployed to this war in Iran – the 50,000 still in theater, the hundreds wounded, and especially the 18 killed – are American heroes. They deserve to be honored as such – not swept under the rug by a President and SecDef so humiliated by their failure that they’d ra… | 1 | 2026-09-19T09:11:33Z | 2026-09-19T09:12:45Z |
| https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases/usda-rural-development-invests-24-million-strengthen-fort-luptons-wastewater | USDA Rural Development Invests $24 Million to Strengthen Fort Lupton’s Wastewater Capacity | 2026-09-18 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Gabe Evans | E000300 | gabeevans.house.gov | gabeevans | https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | (Fort Lupton, Colorado) –– U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Under Secretary Glen R. Smith, Congressman Gabe Evans (CO-08), and Colorado State Director Sallie Clark joined representatives from the City of Fort Lupton today to celebrate a $24 million loan for a major wastewater infrastructure project that will allow the city to connect to an existing water treatment plant and provide the capacity needed to support larger infrastructure projects throughout the region. “In line with recent Presidential Executive Orders, this investment advances USDA’s commitment to help rural communities by strengthening essential infrastructure and expanding long-term opportunities. By connecting Fort Lupton’s pipeline and lift station to the North Metro Wastewater Treatment Plant, the project delivers reliable, cost-effective approach while advancing the priorities that promote innovation, protect natural resources, and lay a strong foundation for future development.” – USDA Under Secretary Glen R. Smith Consolidating the system will allow the city’s wastewater to be treated to optimal levels, improving water quality in the South Platte River and delivering cleaner raw water for downstream users. Advancing a more efficient, resilient treatment system, helps safeguard waterways and enhance long‑term community health for rural regions. “This project demonstrates what can be accomplished when local communities and USDA work together to address critical infrastructure needs to strengthen long-term rural resilience. By investing in infrastructure today, we’re helping ensure that communities have the capacity and reliability they need to accommodate future businesses, housing and other development.” – Colorado State Director Sallie Clark For fast-growing communities like Fort Lupton, reliable water and wastewater infrastructure is essential to supporting families, businesses and future development. Investments in core infrastructure help communities keep pace with growth while protecting water quality and ensuring res… | 1 | 2026-09-19T09:11:33Z | 2026-09-19T09:12:45Z |
| https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1932 | Congresswomen Pettersen, Sewell, & Underwood Demand Trump Administration Reinstate Wrongfully Cancelled Minority Health Grants | 2026-09-18 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Brittany Pettersen | P000620 | pettersen.house.gov | pettersen | https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congresswomen Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), Terri Sewell (AL-07), Lauren Underwood (IL-14), led 35 of their colleagues in demanding the Trump administration immediately reinstate more than 16 minority and maternal health grants totaling $38 million that were canceled following a “shift in administration priorities.” These grant cancellations would affect programs meant to address that and other socioeconomic health disparities, including vital maternal and infant health outcomes, health care access in rural communities, treatment and prevention strategies for substance use disorder, and food insecurity for underserved communities. These cancellations come as data report that Black women continue to face a maternal mortality rate nearly 3.5 times that of white women. “The Trump Administration just canceled 16 grants for essential funding used to support moms during pregnancy, babies when they are most vulnerable, and treatment programs for mothers who are struggling with addiction,” said Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen. “I’m absolutely heartbroken to think of the Coloradans who will be left behind and the impact on our most vulnerable kids. And to top it off, they are using this money to instead support things like treatment for erectile dysfunction in the name of family values. Absolutely reprehensible.” Specifically, the administration has directed the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Minority Health (OMH) to redirect funding historically used to support maternal health toward what it describes as the “root causes of infertility and reproductive health conditions,” including low sperm count, reduced sperm motility, low testosterone, and erectile dysfunction, impounding funds specifically meant to support minority communities. In the letter, the Members wrote: “OMH was established to confront and eliminate health disparities nationwide, by elevating community partnerships and establishing programs to support health outcomes across U.S. minority populations. That mission remains ur… | 1 | 2026-09-19T09:11:33Z | 2026-09-19T09:12:45Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/hickenlooper-bennet-colleagues-demand-answers-from-trump-admin-on-cost-of-iran-war/ | Hickenlooper, Bennet, Colleagues Demand Answers from Trump Admin on Cost of Iran War | 2026-09-18 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | WASHINGTON – Yesterday, U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennet joined U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin and 43 of their Senate colleagues to demand a full accounting of the costs of President Trump’s reckless war of choice with Iran. The senators also criticized the President’s Department of Defense leadership for withholding basic budget information from Congress and the American public even as U.S. casualties and taxpayer costs continue to increase. “Meanwhile, at home, American taxpayers have already paid an extra $100 billion out of their pockets for higher gas and diesel prices alone and at least another $60 billion in higher costs for things like groceries, mortgages, and plane tickets as a result of the war,” wrote the senators. “Now you are asking that they pay again to fund a war of choice that Congress never authorized and the President launched with no strategic plan.” In their letter, the senators highlight the contrast between the current Pentagon’s transparency record with past wartime practice, noting that Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has briefed Congress only seven times in six months and held just eight Pentagon press briefings or interviews since the war began, compared to more than 70 press briefings in the first month of the Iraq War alone. The senators also criticized the administration’s public supplemental funding request as a seven-page document offering only vague line items, in contrast to the detailed, hundred-page supplemental requests provided to Congress during the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. “Despite asking for tens of billions of additional taxpayer dollars, you have so far failed to provide basic information on how this money has and will be spent,” continued the senators. “Congress must have access to this information to carry out our oversight responsibilities. It is the bare minimum that any American would expect in balancing their own household budget.” Hickenlooper and Bennet are cosponsors of the Honoring the Sacrifices of Our Troops in War Act to stop Presiden… | 1 | 2026-09-19T09:11:33Z | 2026-09-19T09:12:45Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/hickenlooper-bennet-push-back-on-blms-oil-gas-lease-sales-within-the-southern-ute-reservation/ | Hickenlooper, Bennet Push Back on BLM’s Oil, Gas Lease Sales within the Southern Ute Reservation | 2026-09-18 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennet called on the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to work directly with the Southern Ute Indian Tribe to respond to their opposition to the roughly 2,500 acres of land the BLM opened for oil and natural gas extraction within the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. “The Tribe has formally expressed its opposition to leasing these parcels, explaining that they are located within an environmentally and culturally significant portion of the Reservation where it has long sought to minimize surface disturbance,” wrote the senators. “We urge BLM to give careful consideration to the Tribe’s concerns and to continue robust consultation throughout this process. As a sovereign Tribal Nation with deep cultural, environmental, and economic interests in these lands, the Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s perspective should play a central role in BLM’s decision-making.” The Tribe had previously submitted public comments formally opposing the sale of the nine parcels – totaling roughly 2,500 acres of land – within the Southern Ute Indian Reservation in BLM’s upcoming December 2026 Oil and Gas lease sale. The senators also urged BLM to consult with the Tribe ahead of any leasing decisions being made. Full text of the letter available HERE and below. Dear Acting State Director Heinlein and Acting Deputy State Director Anderson: We write regarding the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM’s) proposed December 2026 Competitive Oil and Gas Lease Sale and the Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s concerns about the nine proposed lease parcels located within the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. The Tribe has formally expressed its opposition to leasing these parcels, explaining that they are located within an environmentally and culturally significant portion of the Reservation where it has long sought to minimize surface disturbance. The Tribe has also requested meaningful government-to-government consultation before any leasing decisions affecting these lands move forward. We urge BLM … | 1 | 2026-09-19T09:11:33Z | 2026-09-19T09:12:45Z |
| https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/crow-outlines-vision-for-the-future-of-us-national-security-ending-forever-wars | Crow Outlines Vision for the Future of U.S. National Security, Ending Forever Wars | 2026-09-17 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Jason Crow | C001121 | crow.house.gov | crow | https://crow.house.gov/news | scraper | WASHINGTON — Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO), a former paratrooper and Army Ranger who serves on the House Armed Services Committee and House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, gave keynote remarks at both New America and the Center for American Progress, where he discussed the decades of conflict in the Middle East and how the lessons he learned during his three combat tours shape his work in Congress, including his opposition to President Trump’s reckless war with Iran. At New America & Arizona State University’s “Future Security Forum,” Crow was in conversation with Senator Peter Welch (D-VT) and New America’s Anne-Marie Slaughter. At the Center for American Progress’ “Reforming National Security for the Future” conference, he spoke alongside Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA). “Some of our best foreign foreign policy successes in our history are as much stories of restraint as they are of action,” said Congressman Crow in his remarks at the Center for American Progress. “It's not inevitable, in my view, that we have to be in an endless cycle of conflict.” Image “Think about what the world may have looked like had we chosen a law-enforcement based response to 9/11 as opposed to an exclusively militarized response to 9/11…[If] we had built coalitions, we had collaborated with international law enforcement operations, we had used precise special operations to go after our adversaries, to go after terrorists, and we had built a network to go after terrorism long-term, instead of going in and occupying Afghanistan and then going to Iraq. Well, we would’ve saved trillions of dollars, we would’ve saved tens of thousands of lives, both our lives and the lives of others around the world, we would’ve preserved that goodwill, and it would’ve led to a drastically different response,” said Congressman Crow in his remarks at New America’s Future Security Forum. Image This week, the House passed Congressman Crow’s War Powers Resolution to end Trump’s war with Iran. It passed the House with bipartisan support… | 1 | 2026-09-18T09:27:43Z | 2026-09-18T09:29:09Z |
| https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-neguse-bacon-introduce-bipartisan-safe-spaces-all-act | Reps. Neguse, Bacon Introduce Bipartisan Safe Spaces for All Act | 2026-09-17 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Joe Neguse | N000191 | neguse.house.gov | neguse | https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Lafayette, CO — Colorado Congressman Joe Neguse and Nebraskan Congressman Don Bacon (R-NE) teamed up to introduce the Safe Spaces for All Act, a bipartisan bill that provides at-risk places of worship and community centers with critical resources to bolster their security. The lawmakers spearheaded this effort amid a heightened risk of attack for worshipers across the country and after a series of high-profile attacks at synagogues, churches, and other gathering sites have intensified anxiety and fear among Americans of all religions. Rep. Neguse, who proudly represents Boulder County in the House of Representatives, witnessed firsthand the devastation that comes with faith-based violence and the scourge of antisemitism last summer when a terrorist hurled Molotov cocktails at a group of Jewish members of the community that were taking part in a peaceful walk and vigil calling for the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza, killing one individual and severely injuring more than a dozen others. Neguse has led multiple efforts to combat the antisemitism that is metastasizing across the country, including working across party lines to secure overwhelming passage of a resolution reaffirming Congress’s commitment to stopping antisemitism in all forms. “We must do far more to combat the scourge of antisemitism, and to ensure that synagogues, temples and community centers have the resources to ensure that they are safe as hateful threats and violent actions metastasize in Colorado and across the country,” said Congressman Neguse. “The Safe Spaces for All Act bolsters security for our communities, and ensures that under these incredibly trying circumstances, members of the community can feel protected and supported.” “I’m proud to join Representative Neguse in introducing the Safe Spaces for All Act, because every nonprofit, especially faith-based and community organizations, deserves to safely serve their communities. This bipartisan bill strengthens the Department of Homeland Security’s Nonprofit Security Grant Program… | 1 | 2026-09-18T09:27:43Z | 2026-09-18T09:29:09Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/17/bennet-collins-celebrate-house-passage-of-their-bill-to-expand-tax-deduction-to-include-early-childhood-educators/ | Bennet, Collins Celebrate House Passage of their Bill to Expand Tax Deduction to Include Early Childhood Educators | 2026-09-17 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | Bill Now Heads to President’s Desk to be Signed Into Law Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Finance, and Senator Susan Collins (R-Maine), a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions, celebrated the House passage of their Supporting Early-Childhood Educators’ Deductions (SEED) Act. This legislation would help early childhood educators cover the cost of supplies, books, and other classroom materials by allowing them to claim the above-the-line $350 tax deduction currently available only to K-12 teachers. The SEED Act served as the legislative vehicle for passage of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, which has now passed the House of Representatives and the United States Senate. “Early childhood educators should be able to claim the same tax deduction available to elementary and secondary school teachers, and I hope the President will sign this legislation immediately,” said Bennet. “As the former Superintendent of Denver Public Schools, I know firsthand how often educators dip into their own pockets to provide school supplies for their students – this bill ends an unfair double standard and ensures that those who teach our youngest kids are supported.” “In Maine and across the country, we are fortunate to have so many dedicated educators who work hard to ensure that every child has a learning environment that is safe, welcoming, and enriching. Despite tight personal budgets, it is truly remarkable how often teachers use money out of their own pockets to purchase classroom supplies for their students,” said Collins. “As the author of the original tax credit for K-12 teachers, I am delighted to help expand this benefit to pre-K educators. I thank Senator Bennet for his partnership in this effort to provide early childhood educators with well-deserved tax relief, and I look forward to seeing it signed into law.” “We are deeply grateful to Senators Collins and Bennet, and Representatives Fit… | 1 | 2026-09-18T09:27:43Z | 2026-09-18T09:29:09Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/17/bennet-travels-to-mexico-city-to-advance-u-s-mexico-security-cooperation-and-trade-relationship/ | Bennet Travels to Mexico City to Advance U.S.-Mexico Security Cooperation and Trade Relationship | 2026-09-17 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | U.S. Senator Michael Bennet with Mexican officials at the Secretariat of Foreign Affairs in Mexico City Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence and Senate Finance Committee, visited Mexico City, Mexico last week to advance U.S.-Mexico intelligence, security, and trade cooperation. Bennet met with senior U.S. Embassy and Mexican leaders, including Ambassador Ronald D. Johnson, Secretary of the Navy Admiral Raymundo Morales Ángeles, and Ministry of Foreign Affairs Undersecretary for North America Cristina Planter Riebeling, as well as key officials from the Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection, Secretariat of National Defense, National Guard, and National Institute of Migration. He also met representatives of leading American businesses and international migration organizations in Mexico. During the visit, Bennet discussed shared security challenges including cartel drug trafficking and violence; U.S.-Mexico intelligence and security cooperation to address those challenges, as well as unauthorized migration; and opportunities to strengthen U.S.-Mexico trade, including by renewing the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), advancing his Americas Act, and removing President Trump’s across-the-board tariffs. “My time in Mexico City reaffirmed my commitment to a mutually beneficial U.S.-Mexico relationship, which is crucial to ensuring security and prosperity on both sides of the border,” said Bennet. “Our two countries face shared challenges that require continued intelligence and security cooperation. We must continue working together to address them while respecting each other’s sovereignty. While we have made progress reducing unauthorized crossings at the border, a sustainable solution requires comprehensive immigration reform that I have fought for in Congress. We must also build upon our economic ties, which are crucial for Colorado farmers, ranchers, businesses and workers.” Bennet, who most recently visited Mexico in… | 1 | 2026-09-18T09:27:43Z | 2026-09-18T09:29:09Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/17/bennet-van-hollen-tillis-reintroduce-bipartisan-bill-to-boost-innovation-in-education/ | Bennet, Van Hollen, Tillis Reintroduce Bipartisan Bill to Boost Innovation in Education | 2026-09-17 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet led Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) to reintroduce the New Essential Education Discoveries (NEED) Act, which would drive evidence-based improvements and innovations for our schools, by making strategic investments in education research and development (R&D). The legislation would create a national center that advances high-risk, high-reward education research projects, similar to the model employed by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). “As a former school superintendent, I know our teachers are doing everything they can to help students succeed,” said Bennet. “As social media and a nationwide mental health crisis reshape how students learn and engage in school, educators need better information about what works. Congress can help by investing in cutting-edge education research. This bipartisan bill will help schools, educators, and policymakers make data driven decisions that strengthen education today and in the years ahead.” “To meet the evolving challenges our students face, our educators need access to quality data and evidence-based advancements in teaching and learning,” said Van Hollen. “This legislation would help accomplish that by investing in our students’ success to better prepare them for the future.” “We owe it to students, parents, and teachers to pass bipartisan legislation that identifies gaps in education and better prepares students to become the next generation of the American workforce,” said Tillis. “That’s why I am proud to sponsor legislation that invests in education research and development, STEM, and innovative technologies to develop the tools needed to identify these gaps and help teachers better equip students for the future.” The NEED Act would create a National Center for Advanced Development in Education (NCADE) at the Department of Education dedicated to developing and disseminating cutting-edge practices and tools, such as voice recognition software to assess dyslexia and o… | 1 | 2026-09-18T09:27:43Z | 2026-09-18T09:29:09Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/hickenlooper-calls-for-congressional-action-hearings-on-ai-regulation/ | Hickenlooper Calls for Congressional Action, Hearings on AI Regulation | 2026-09-17 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | “We’re entering a new and dangerous era of artificial intelligence, and we need stronger guardrails to protect against the risks” WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper called on the Senate Commerce Committee to act on responsible AI regulation and begin holding hearings with leaders from across the AI industry on responsible regulation. In a new video today, Hickenlooper outlined his thoughts on the need for more AI regulation, including independent audits of AI systems, stronger safeguards for high-risk AI, and real accountability when these tools cause harm. As data centers continue popping up across the state, Hickenlooper stressed the importance of community involvement, protecting our precious water resources, and ensuring ratepayers aren’t subsidizing these facilities, especially as energy prices soar. “We’re entering a new and dangerous era of artificial intelligence, and we need stronger guardrails to protect against the risks,” Hickenlooper said in a video published on social media. “The Senate Commerce Committee needs to hold hearings with leaders from across the AI industry on responsible regulation. But we can’t stop there. Smart guardrails on AI will be the difference between this technology benefitting all Americans or just the companies developing it. To do that, we can’t allow the fox to guard the henhouse! Congress needs to act now.” Watch his full video HERE Hickenlooper has introduced legislation to responsibly regulate AI, including the VET AI Act, that would create a pathway for independent evaluators, with a function similar to those in the financial industry and other sectors, to work with companies as a neutral third-party to verify their development, testing, and use of AI is in compliance with established guardrails. This week, OpenAI publicly backed third-party verification following the news that Anthropic would give independent third-party evaluators “employee-like access” to their models. Yesterday, Hickenlooper spoke on the Senate floor about the anxiety Colorada… | 1 | 2026-09-18T09:27:43Z | 2026-09-18T09:29:09Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/hickenlooper-video-statement-on-increasing-mortgage-rates/ | Hickenlooper Video Statement on Increasing Mortgage Rates | 2026-09-17 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper called out President Trump’s broken agenda for fueling inflation and leading to higher mortgage rates. Mortgage rates – which just hit over 7% – are the highest since President Trump took office, after increasing four weeks in a row. “President Trump’s war is making it harder to buy a home in Colorado,” Hickenlooper said in a new video. “Before the Iran war, the average 30-year mortgage rate was just above 6%. Today? It’s above 7%. For a Colorado homebuyer, that difference adds up fast: Over $280 more every month. Almost $4,000 every year. And over $100,000 over a 30-year mortgage.” He continued, “that’s real money that could be going toward groceries, child care, or college. We’ve voted more than a dozen times to end this war. MAGA Republicans have blocked us every time. We need to end this war. Bring costs down. Get back to helping working families.” Watch his full video HERE. Yesterday, the Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time since 2023, citing concerns about inflation being driven largely by President Trump’s costly war with Iran that has skyrocketed gas and diesel prices. Hickenlooper has been vocal in his opposition to President Trump’s cost-of-living emergency fueled by the president’s war with Iran, illegal tariffs, and cruel healthcare cuts. Hickenlooper has introduced a War Powers Resolution to direct President Trump to terminate U.S. military hostilities against Iran and has voted repeatedly to end the president’s war. He has fought against the president’s disastrous budget bill that gutted health care to pay for tax cuts for the ultra-wealthy. He’s doing a state-wide tour of local hospitals and clinics to meet with Coloradans and hear how they are grappling with the increasing costs of healthcare. Hickenlooper also helped pass the most consequential housing bill in decades, opening the door to homeownership for millions of Americans and stopping Wall Street from buying up homes that belong to working families. ### | 1 | 2026-09-18T09:27:43Z | 2026-09-18T09:29:09Z |
| https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-arkansas-valley-conduit-included-bipartisan-wrda-house-passes-bill | REP. BOEBERT: ARKANSAS VALLEY CONDUIT INCLUDED IN BIPARTISAN WRDA AS HOUSE PASSES BILL ON SUSPENSION | 2026-09-16 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Lauren Boebert | B000825 | boebert.house.gov | boebert | https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) today welcomed House passage of the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act of 2026 (H.R. 9497) under suspension of the rules, with the Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit provisions included for southeastern Colorado. This is the second time this Congress the House has advanced the AVC repayment language in a must-pass package, after the House included it in the Agriculture appropriations bill (H.R. 8646) this June. “This is about clean water for families in the Arkansas Valley who have waited more than 60 years,” Rep. Boebert said. “The Arkansas Valley Conduit is the unfinished piece of the Fryingpan–Arkansas Project. Getting it in this bipartisan WRDA and across the House floor on suspension is a big step toward finishing the job. ”The conduit would serve more than 50,000 residents in 39 communities that still rely on groundwater with naturally occurring contaminants. The language adjusts the non-federal cost-share and repayment terms so rural districts can actually connect to the project. “I am a legislator who never gives up, especially when it involves Colorado water. After working on this issue with House leaders for years, Chairman Graves understands what needs to be done to improve water access for Coloradans, and I thank him for working with me to put southeastern Colorado in WRDA and move it under suspension,” Rep. Boebert said. The House-passed bill now heads to the Senate. | 1 | 2026-09-17T09:52:05Z | 2026-09-17T09:53:00Z |
| https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-hill-house-republicans-kept-their-promise-americas-border-secure | REP. BOEBERT IN THE HILL: HOUSE REPUBLICANS KEPT THEIR PROMISE, AMERICA’S BORDER IS SECURE AGAIN | 2026-09-16 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Lauren Boebert | B000825 | boebert.house.gov | boebert | https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) published an op-ed in The Hill detailing how President Trump and House Republicans have delivered on their promise to secure the southern border after four years of record illegal crossings, cartel activity, and fentanyl trafficking under the prior Democrat administration. In the piece, Rep. Boebert writes that daily southwest border encounters have fallen by roughly 95 percent, from more than 5,000 per day to about 250, with more than a year of zero criminal aliens released in the interior and the lowest fiscal year Border Patrol apprehension total since 1970.“The previous administration’s open border policies were a choice. That chaos ended when President Trump returned to office and Republicans in Congress kept the promise we made to the American people,” Rep. Boebert writes. She highlights her work to pass legislation and vote for the Laken Riley Act, the Secure America Act, and the Fentanyl is a WMD Act. She also points to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which for the first time appropriated serious funding toward barriers, technology, and enforcement. Rep Boebert writes "Securing the border does more than keep Americans safer. It also slashes the fraud and waste that exploded when millions of illegal immigrants were funneled into public systems. When the border is closed and interior enforcement is real, taxpayer dollars stop being siphoned off by illegal claims, emergency costs and benefit abuse. That money can go where it belongs: to American citizens who actually need it — veterans, seniors, working families, schools, and health care for people who play by the rules." “Now Congress must finish the work by codifying Trump’s executive orders in statute. Future administrations should not be able to flip a switch and reopen the border. I will continue fighting to ensure these gains are permanent,” she concludes. | 1 | 2026-09-17T09:52:05Z | 2026-09-17T09:53:00Z |
| https://crank.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-crank-votes-protect-ratepayers-higher-utility-rates | Rep. Crank Votes to Protect Ratepayers from Higher Utility Rates | 2026-09-16 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Jeff Crank | C001137 | crank.house.gov | crank | https://crank.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Representative Jeff Crank (CO-05) voted in favor of H.R. 9340, the Ratepayer Protection Act. Currently, the United States is in the race for AI dominance, which is critical to our economic and national security. However, communities across the nation are concerned about the pace in which AI data centers are being constructed and the cost to consumers electric bills. The Ratepayer Protection Act ensures that Americans are not forced to pick up the bill for the grid upgrades and new energy generation that is used to operate large data centers. It also mandates that state utility regulators consider rules for large-load data centers to cover the cost of power generation and other energy upgrades needed to meet the demand. "I am proud to have cosponsored the Ratepayer Protection Act, led by fellow Coloradan Representative Gabe Evans," said Rep. Jeff Crank. "This bill will ensure that new investments in power generation and infrastructure aren't made at the expense of higher utility rates for the families in Colorado's Fifth Congressional District." Background: H.R. 9340 would protect consumers from rate increases resulting from data center construction by having state utility commissions consider large-load standards for data centers drawing more than 100 MW of power, which would ensure they pay for the full incremental costs to serve their loads. By establishing large-load standards, states can ensure that American families are not left footing the bill for AI data center growth. ### | 1 | 2026-09-17T09:52:05Z | 2026-09-17T09:53:00Z |
| https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-evans-introduces-bill-increase-northern-colorados-water-supply | Congressman Evans Introduces Bill to Increase Northern Colorado's Water Supply | 2026-09-16 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Gabe Evans | E000300 | gabeevans.house.gov | gabeevans | https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Gabe Evans introduced the Greeley Land Exchange Act, which transfers land owned by the United States Forest Service (USFS) to the City of Greeley for city-owned land located within the Cache la Poudre Wilderness Area. The Greeley Land Exchange Act would streamline maintenance operations, reduce administrative delays, and enable the city to more easily access and maintain its critical water infrastructure without navigating repeated permitting processes. Under existing law, the City of Greeley is required to apply for special use permits any time they need to conduct maintenance activities and access the Milton Seaman Reservoir. This reservoir is owned and operated by the City of Greeley, supplying drinking water to more than 120,000 residents and serving as Greeley’s largest, most utilized water storage system. Greeley describes the reservoir as part of its network of mountain reservoirs that capture and store snowmelt and runoff to help provide a dependable water supply. This land transfer would allow the city to gain ownership of the federally owned parcel, which is immediately adjacent to Milton Seaman Reservoir, making it easier to access and maintain the critical infrastructure serving the community. This bill comes at a time when Colorado’s communities are experiencing record-low snowpack levels as a result from extreme weather conditions and an increasing demand of water supplies. “Northern Colorado communities depend on reliable water infrastructure, and maintaining that infrastructure shouldn’t require navigating unnecessary federal red tape every time work needs to be done. The Greeley Land Exchange Act is a commonsense solution that gives Greeley direct access to essential systems at Milton Seaman Reservoir while also benefiting the Forest Service and preserving public access to surrounding federal lands. I'm proud to work alongside local community leaders to drive solutions like this forward to cut unnecessary delays, protect our water, and make government work bet… | 1 | 2026-09-17T09:52:05Z | 2026-09-17T09:53:00Z |
| https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-gabe-evans-bipartisan-ratepayer-protection-act-passes-house | Congressman Gabe Evans’ Bipartisan Ratepayer Protection Act Passes the House | 2026-09-16 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Gabe Evans | E000300 | gabeevans.house.gov | gabeevans | https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Gabe Evans’ bipartisan Ratepayer Protection Act passed the U.S. House of Representatives by an overwhelming vote of 417-3, advancing legislation designed to protect American families and small businesses from bearing the infrastructure costs created by large data centers. The bill requires that large energy load data centers be responsible for the costs of all new energy infrastructure necessary to serve them. This protects existing ratepayers from having costs shifted to them. The bill also requires that states which currently have no standards specific to data centers are to commence hearings and make state-specific determinations for large-load data centers.” The House passage follows unanimous approval by the House Energy and Commerce Committee in July, where the bill advanced 52–0. “Hardworking families should not have to subsidize the energy demands of data centers. America needs the infrastructure to lead the world in AI and outcompete Communist China, but we cannot have that growth at the expense of hardworking families, farmers, seniors, and small businesses. My bipartisan Ratepayer Protection Act ensures large data centers pay for the infrastructure they require while giving states the flexibility to determine what works best for their communities. I’m incredibly proud to lead the charge on this pivotal issue, ensure our ratepayers are protected, and keep American innovation moving forward.” –– Congressman Gabe Evans “Floridians are already dealing with sky-high electric bills. They should not be forced to subsidize the enormous energy demands of the world’s richest corporations. If Big Tech builds a massive AI data center, Big Tech—not hardworking families, farmers or small businesses—should pay for the power and grid upgrades it requires. The bipartisan Ratepayer Protection Act is an important first step that can help lower costs for our neighbors back home and empower states to set additional, strict guardrails.” –– Congresswoman Kathy Castor “When done responsibl… | 1 | 2026-09-17T09:52:05Z | 2026-09-17T09:53:00Z |
| https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-introduces-bill-mandating-all-representatives-senators-hold-monthly | Rep. Neguse Introduces Bill Mandating All Representatives & Senators Hold Monthly, Public Town Halls | 2026-09-16 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Joe Neguse | N000191 | neguse.house.gov | neguse | https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Image Washington, D.C. — Colorado Congressman Joe Neguse introduced the Town Halls for All Act, a bill to ensure Members of Congress are staying connected to the communities they serve. Neguse himself has made hosting in-person, public town halls a priority for his office since first being elected to represent Colorado’s 2nd District in Congress. During his time in public office he’s hosted over 100 public town halls, 28 of which have fallen within the current legislature — a grand total that surpasses every member of Colorado’s congressional delegation combined. As fewer elected officials from both sides of the aisle hold in-person town halls — opting for virtual gatherings or avoiding community conversations altogether — Neguse’s legislation would require all Members of both the House and Senate to hold at least 12 public town halls within their congressional district every calendar year. The bill also provides admittance, accessibility, and awareness guidelines to ensure that every individual interested in attending one of these meetings has the opportunity to do so. “When you represent one of the largest congressional districts in the country — bigger than eight states and spanning 12,000 square miles — you understand how vital it is to spend time meeting directly with your constituents. That’s why I’ve hosted over 100 town-halls since first being elected, in rural, suburban and urban towns and communities across Western and Northern Colorado — to better understand their concerns, their hopes, and their dreams. It is time for all public officials to do the same, which is why I’ve introduced the Town Halls for All Act, which creates a gold standard for constituent access, and requires all Representatives and Senators to host at least 12 public town halls a year and ensures that the public officials Americans elected are responsive to the needs of their constituents,” said Congressman Joe Neguse. Click HERE to read the bill text. The bill is endorsed by Indivisible, an organization working to connect Ameri… | 1 | 2026-09-17T09:52:05Z | 2026-09-17T09:53:00Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/16/bennet-hickenlooper-pettersen-recognize-victims-of-evergreen-high-school-shooting-following-first-anniversary/ | Bennet, Hickenlooper, Pettersen Recognize Victims of Evergreen High School Shooting Following First Anniversary | 2026-09-16 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet led Senator John Hickenlooper to introduce a congressional resolution recognizing the first anniversary of the tragic Evergreen High School shooting. This resolution honors the two wounded victims; expresses gratitude to law enforcement, faculty, educators, first responders, and neighbors who worked to keep students safe during this shooting; and recognizes the trauma this community now carries. Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen (D-Colo.) led a companion resolution in the House. “One year ago, the Evergreen community experienced an unthinkable act of gun violence,” said Bennet. “The fear and trauma that Evergreen High School students, families, educators, and first responders experienced that day have not disappeared. We owe it to them – and all of Colorado – to act and to build a future where no child has to experience this kind of violence at school. I am glad to lead the Colorado Congressional Delegation in this resolution, and will continue to fight against senseless acts of gun violence.” “Students, teachers, and families should never have to go through what Evergreen High School and the entire community went through one year ago,” said Hickenlooper. “We need to come together and work to end gun violence in our communities.” “Today, we honor the students, staff, first responders, families, and entire Evergreen community for their extraordinary resilience in the face of the tragedy after the Evergreen High School shooting one year ago. Their strength, courage, and resilience continue to inspire all of us but also reminds us of the urgent need for change,” said Pettersen. “Our country’s gun violence epidemic has shattered countless lives and is now the leading cause of death for our kids – a reality none of us should accept. As a mom, I understand the fear so many parents live with when they drop their kids off at school. Today, we stand with the Evergreen community and promise to keep fighting in Congress to ensure our kids are safe at school and in ou… | 1 | 2026-09-17T09:52:05Z | 2026-09-17T09:53:00Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/16/bennet-statement-on-committee-passage-of-the-farm-bill/ | Bennet Statement on Committee Passage of the Farm Bill | 2026-09-16 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a senior member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, issued the following statement after he voted against the 2026 Farm Bill in Committee: “I am disappointed that we are back in the same position voting on the same Farm Bill this Committee considered in August. My hope was to return to a bipartisan process, rather than continue down this partisan path. Unfortunately, that did not happen. “Farmers and ranchers want certainty, strong markets, and a safety net they can rely on. The question we need to ask is whether this bill makes it more likely they can stay in business five years from now. At a time when Colorado producers face rising costs, shrinking export opportunities, extreme drought, worsening wildfires, and growing pressure just to make a living, I do not believe this bill does enough. “It falls short on key Colorado priorities and does not meaningfully confront the broader economic pressures confronting farmers, ranchers, and the rural communities in which they live. On top of that, this bill does little for families struggling to afford groceries and leaves Colorado paying the price. “For these reasons, I voted against advancing this Farm Bill. I remain ready to work with Chairman Boozman on a truly bipartisan bill that meets the moment and serves farmers, ranchers, and families in Colorado and across the country.” ### | 1 | 2026-09-17T09:52:05Z | 2026-09-17T09:53:00Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/new-data-12598-colorado-kids-have-already-lost-snap-benefits/ | New Data: 12,598 Colorado Kids Have Already Lost SNAP Benefits | 2026-09-16 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | Center on Budget and Policy Priorities Report shows 33,681 Coloradans, including 12,598 kids, have already lost SNAP benefits due to HR1 WASHINGTON – New analysis from the Center for Budget and Policy Priorities shows that 33,681 total Coloradans, including 12,598 kids, have already lost SNAP benefits under President Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Act. The data, which covers the period between the law’s enactment in July 2025 and June 2026, shows that a total 1.5 million U.S. children have lost access to affordable food through SNAP. “There’s nothing more cruel than a wealthy nation that lets its children go hungry, especially as grocery prices keep climbing,” said Hickenlooper. “President Trump took away food assistance from over 12,000 Colorado kids. And for what? So he could hand billionaires another tax break.” The Trump administration and congressional Republicans enacted the deepest cuts to federal nutrition programs in history by slashing federal funding for SNAP and imposing those costs onto states. In the last year, they slashed the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by $186 billion, imposed harsh new bureaucratic requirements that stripped food assistance from millions of Americans, and refused to fund SNAP during the federal government shutdown in fall 2025. An estimated 40% of SNAP recipients are children. Hickenlooper has led the charge against new provisions that require states to spend more of their state budgets to cover SNAP benefits and administrative costs associated with them. On average, states will be forced to spend two to three times of their previous SNAP budget on the program. In Colorado, SNAP cost-share will rise from $94 million to $272 million, a 188% increase. In response to these cuts, Hickenlooper introduced the Universal Meals Program Act, which would provide free school breakfast, lunch, dinner and a snack to all school children, regardless of where they live or their family’s ability to pay. ### | 1 | 2026-09-17T09:52:05Z | 2026-09-17T09:53:00Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/watch-hickenlooper-takes-aim-at-trumps-golden-age-of-corruption-in-senate-floor-speech/ | WATCH: Hickenlooper Takes Aim at Trump’s “Golden Age of Corruption” in Senate Floor Speech | 2026-09-16 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | Hickenlooper: “It’s an era of spoils and bribery for the powerful and well-connected, while you are left behind.” WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper took to the Senate floor to call out President Trump for his corruption and the cost-of-living emergency he’s created. “Nearly 20 months into his second term, President Trump calls this period in American history a ‘Golden Age,’” said Hickenlooper on the Senate floor. “Golden – for who? For billionaires. For Mar-a-Lago members. For the president’s cronies. Not for farmers on the Western Slope, small business owners in Colorado Springs, or working families in Denver.” Watch his full speech HERE. “Housing. Gas. Groceries. When everything costs more, it’s hard for Americans to plan for today, let alone tomorrow. Nearly two-thirds of Americans are abandoning long-term financial milestones and cutting back just to get by,” Hickenlooper continued. “But President Trump’s Wall Street friends aren’t cutting back. Not at all. His company is charging them up to $100,000 a month for faster access to his Truth Social posts that routinely influence stock prices. That’s more than the median American household makes in an entire year. All to give greedy investment bankers another leg up. “This isn’t normal. This isn’t simply corruption. This is a sellout – of you, of America, of the office we used to respect in this country.” Hickenlooper blasted the president for personally profiting off his war in Iran that has claimed the lives of 18 servicemembers and cost Americans billions. Hickenlooper has introduced a War Powers Resolution to direct President Trump to terminate U.S. military hostilities against Iran and has voted repeatedly to end the president’s war. “While Americans are shelling out over $100 billion more in energy costs since President Trump started his illegal war with Iran. He has raked in millions of dollars off oil and gas stocks. He’s not only enriching himself, but his billionaire buddies, too.” He highlighted how the president and his family… | 1 | 2026-09-17T09:52:05Z | 2026-09-17T09:53:00Z |
| https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/crow-statement-on-the-passage-of-his-war-powers-resolution | Crow Statement on the Passage of His War Powers Resolution | 2026-09-15 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Jason Crow | C001121 | crow.house.gov | crow | https://crow.house.gov/news | scraper | WASHINGTON — Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO), a former paratrooper and Army Ranger who serves on the House Armed Services Committee and House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, released the following statement following the U.S. House of Representatives passing his War Powers Resolution to end Donald Trump’s reckless war with Iran: “Six months into a war that Donald Trump, Pete Hegseth, and JD Vance said would last six weeks, there’s no end in sight. “18 servicemembers are dead, hundreds more are wounded, and taxpayers have spent billions of dollars on a war that has raised prices and not made them any safer. “Trump campaigned on ending conflicts abroad. As President, he did the opposite, starting a new forever war in the Middle East. “Constant war and constant conflict is neither inevitable nor necessary. The American people are over it. They want their taxpayer dollars going toward cheaper healthcare and better schools at home, not forever wars abroad. “We must end this war. I won’t stop fighting for accountability and for Congress to rein in this President and his failed military adventurism.” At a press conference and floor debate before the vote on his War Powers Resolution, Crow spoke about the cost of forever wars like Trump’s conflict with Iran on working class Americans. This is the second time Crow has forced a vote on a War Powers Resolution. In July, the U.S. House of Representativespassed Crow’s bipartisan resolution to disapprove of President Trump’s war with Iran. Crow continues to lead legislation to prohibit federal funding for the war, and he recently demanded that the Trump Administration reveal the full, true cost of this war on the American people. As someone from a working class family who served three combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, Crow has seen firsthand the toll forever wars have cost servicemembers and hardworking Americans. | 1 | 2026-09-16T09:43:13Z | 2026-09-16T09:44:22Z |
| https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/crow-urges-congress-to-support-his-war-powers-resolution-end-trump-s-reckless-war-with-iran | Crow Urges Congress to Support His War Powers Resolution, End Trump's Reckless War with Iran | 2026-09-15 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Jason Crow | C001121 | crow.house.gov | crow | https://crow.house.gov/news | scraper | WASHINGTON — Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO), a former paratrooper and Army Ranger who serves on the House Armed Services Committee and House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, urged Congress to pass his War Powers Resolution reining in Donald Trump’s reckless war with Iran, which will be voted on Tuesday evening by the U.S. House of Representatives. Watch Congressman Crow’s remarks at the U.S. Capitol below: “Thank you, Representative Jayapal, Representative Deluzio, and our friends with the Committee on National Legislation, Concerned Veterans for America, Common Defense, and Win Without War. You all are our voice and our supporters as we take this issue over and over to Americans who know, who know very clearly, that constant war and constant conflict is neither inevitable nor necessary. “What I learned years ago when I went to Iraq and Afghanistan, is that when there's saber rattling and people pound the war drums in Washington, D.C., and they talk tough here or at the White House, it's almost never them, or their kids, or their grandkids that have to jump into a plane, or a tank, or a helicopter, or pick up a rifle and do the tough work. It's working class kids around this country, like me and the kids that I grew up with that have to do the tough stuff. “Because you see what happens when Congress gives a blank check in the form of a limitless [Authorization of Military Force] AUMF that never expires, is president after president then goes to cash that check. But they're not the ones that have to honor it. It's working class folks that have to honor it. They do the fighting, they do the dying, and they pay for it. Because working class people are apparently the only ones that are paying their taxes, not Donald Trump and his cronies, we know they're not paying their taxes. They're not doing anything to fund this. “So yeah, we're mad. Americans are mad, and they should be. After 25 years, three trillion dollars, over seven thousand American servicemembers dead, hundreds of thousands of others died … | 1 | 2026-09-16T09:43:13Z | 2026-09-16T09:44:22Z |
| https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-gabe-evans-stop-pills-kill-act-passes-house | Congressman Gabe Evans’ Stop Pills That Kill Act Passes House | 2026-09-15 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Gabe Evans | E000300 | gabeevans.house.gov | gabeevans | https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Gabe Evans’ Stop Pills That Kill Act, legislation to crack down on the production and distribution of counterfeit prescription pills containing fentanyl, fentanyl analogues, methamphetamine, and other dangerous substances, passed the U.S. House of Representatives. The legislation comes as Colorado moves in the wrong direction on the fentanyl crisis. While synthetic opioid overdose deaths declined 21% nationally from December 2024 to August 2025, they increased 17% in Colorado — the third-fastest increase in the country. Colorado was one of only five states to see an increase during that period, according to the Common Sense Institute. Denver Democrats have reduced criminal penalties for drug possession offenses in recent years, and efforts to strengthen penalties for fentanyl have stalled at the State Capitol. In 2025, legislation that would have increased criminal penalties for possession of certain synthetic opioids was postponed indefinitely by the Democrat controlled Colorado Senate Judiciary Committee on a 4-3 vote. “As a former police officer, I’ve seen firsthand the devastation fentanyl and dangerous drugs brings to families and communities. Today, the House took an important step toward giving federal law enforcement the tools they need to go after the criminals producing and distributing these deadly counterfeit pills. The Stop Pills That Kill Act strengthens penalties, improves our ability to track these drugs, and requires a comprehensive strategy to help law enforcement get them off our streets before another family loses a loved one. I’m proud to see this legislation pass the House, and I’ll keep fighting to get it across the finish line.” — Congressman Gabe Evans Background The Stop Pills That Kill Act would amend the Controlled Substances Act to address certain offenses involving fentanyl, fentanyl analogues, and counterfeit substances. The legislation defines a counterfeit fentanyl or methamphetamine substance as one containing fentanyl, a fentanyl analogue, or… | 1 | 2026-09-16T09:43:13Z | 2026-09-16T09:44:22Z |
| https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/assistant-leader-neguse-chair-litigation-task-force-leads-150-current-and | Assistant Leader Neguse, Chair of Litigation Task Force, Leads 150+ Current and Former House Democrats & Republicans in Urging Supreme Court to Block Trump DHS Voter Purge Database | 2026-09-15 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Joe Neguse | N000191 | neguse.house.gov | neguse | https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — For the second time in two weeks, current and former Members of the House of Representatives are challenging the Trump administration’s ongoing attempt to unconstitutionally exercise control over election administration and create chaos in the upcoming midterm elections. Today’s action follows the Litigation Task Force’s successful advocacy before the Supreme Court and the denial of Donald Trump’s attempts to restrict mail-in ballots. 154 current and former Members from the House of Representatives, Democratic and Republican, filed an amicus brief at the U.S. Supreme Court urging the justices to halt the Trump administration’s efforts to build and make available a massive illegal database containing the personal information of hundreds of millions of Americans. The expanded system, which links information from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration, unlawfully puts Americans’ most sensitive personal information at risk while relying on questionable data that federal agents have raised concerns may be inaccurate. Those errors could result in eligible U.S. citizens being improperly flagged and removed from voter rolls, potentially denying an untold number of Americans their constitutional right to vote. The coalition filed its amicus brief in League of Women Voters v. Department of Homeland Security, arguing that the administration’s efforts to create and use this database violate the law on two main grounds. First, the database violates the Privacy Act, enacted by Congress in the 1970s in part to prevent the creation of a “centralized Federal information system” that would consolidate Americans’ sensitive information stored across federal agencies. And second, Congress has repeatedly declined to authorize the creation of state-by-state citizenship lists, most recently by failing to advance the SAVE Act and SAVE America Act, and so the Trump Administration is unconstitutionally violating the separation of powers by attempting to achieve through lawless … | 1 | 2026-09-16T09:43:13Z | 2026-09-16T09:44:22Z |
| https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1928 | Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen Joins Effort Calling Out Trump’s Attempt to Dismantle Head Start | 2026-09-15 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Brittany Pettersen | P000620 | pettersen.house.gov | pettersen | https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), today joined fellow members of the Democratic Women’s Caucus in calling out the Trump Administration’s latest effort to dismantle Head Start, a critical program that provides early education, health services, and other support to children and families across the country. In a letter to the Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., the lawmakers push back on the administration’s proposed rule that would roll back longstanding health, safety, staffing, and educational standards, putting the quality and reliability of Head Start services at risk for families who depend on them. “Head Start ensures our most vulnerable kids have access to the care, nutrition, and health services they need in those early years. I am proud to be a voice for the parents, like me, who are enraged by the anti-family, backward agenda of this administration,” said Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen. "I will fight every effort by Trump to dismantle this program and work to protect Colorado families and kids across the country.” In the letter, the Members write,“in strong opposition to the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) proposed rule Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs.” They continue, “this proposed rule guts an essential early childhood program and its services for hundreds of thousands of women and families nationwide, which would increase their costs and burden to replace those services. In today’s environment of rising costs, it is cruel to make life more difficult and expensive for these families.” More than 11,000 Colorado children depend on Head Start, not to mention the massive shortfall in child care slots across the state – which is short of more than 82,000 total child care slots, with nearly 14,000 children actively on waitlists. Nevertheless, Trump’s proposed rule would diminish Head Start quality of services by rolling back vital HSPPS which outline certain program requirements and define quality standards. Theref… | 1 | 2026-09-16T09:43:13Z | 2026-09-16T09:44:22Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/hickenlooper-statement-on-epas-decision-to-erase-climate-pollution-limits-from-power-plants/ | Hickenlooper Statement on EPA’s Decision to Erase Climate Pollution Limits from Power Plants | 2026-09-15 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper released the following statement blasting the Trump administration’s decision to roll back the EPA limits on pollution from power plants. “Climate change is real and worsening Colorado’s drought and wildfires. The EPA had a rule in place to limit pollution from the largest polluters to address climate change. “Yesterday’s decision by the EPA ignores science and will seriously threaten our environment. We can’t let their decision stand, and we will keep fighting to reduce pollution and stop climate change.” Hickenlooper has long pushed for real, science-based climate policy. He played a key role in passing the Inflation Reduction Act, which was the largest climate investment ever, and is fighting against Washington Republicans’ attempts to undermine the law. Hickenlooper has called out the Trump admin’s reckless decision to undermine the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) “endangerment finding,” which determined that greenhouse gas pollution harms Americans and is a serious threat to public health. The rollback would defy decades of science, EPA precedent, and Supreme Court rulings and lead to more pollution across the U.S. Hickenlooper has also fought against the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) rejection of Colorado’s updated Regional Haze Plan. As Colorado governor, Hickenlooper worked with environmentalists and oil and gas companies to create the world’s first methane rules, which were later used as a national model by the Obama administration. ### | 1 | 2026-09-16T09:43:13Z | 2026-09-16T09:44:22Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/hickenlooper-welcomes-97m-in-federal-disaster-aid-for-colorado-communities/ | Hickenlooper Welcomes $97M in Federal Disaster Aid for Colorado Communities | 2026-09-15 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper released the following statement welcoming the release of $97 million in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funding for Colorado communities to recover from past disasters and mitigate future disasters. “We’re happy to see that more federal funding is on the way for Colorado communities who need it to protect themselves and recover from destructive storms, wildfires, and flooding,” said Hickenlooper. “We’ll continue fighting for disaster aid because you never know when the weather or winds could turn and communities will need this help.” ### | 1 | 2026-09-16T09:43:13Z | 2026-09-16T09:44:22Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/icymi-hickenlooper-visits-kids-first-health-care-to-discuss-medicaid-cuts-falling-vaccination-rates/ | ICYMI: Hickenlooper Visits Kids First Health Care to Discuss Medicaid Cuts, Falling Vaccination Rates | 2026-09-15 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | New CDC data shows Colorado has the sixth-lowest reported kindergarten MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccination rate among states and D.C. COLORADO – In case you missed it, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper recently visited Kids First Health Care in Commerce City to meet with pediatric providers, public health experts, and local health care leaders about how the Trump administration’s health policies are hitting Colorado kids – including cuts to Medicaid and nutrition assistance in HR1, and changes to the childhood vaccine schedule. The visit came on the heels of new CDC data which ranked Colorado among the states with the lowest reported MMR vaccination rates in the country. Pediatric care specialists said access to nutrition assistance and affordable food is the number one ask among families they see. The numbers back that up:12,500 Colorado children have already lost food assistance because of the cuts to SNAP in the president’s signature legislation, according to new data from the Center on Budget and Policy priorities. Another 193,000 Coloradans are projected to lose their health coverage as a result of the bill’s cuts to Medicaid, and more than one-third of Colorado’s Medicaid enrollees are children. In a subsequent Substack, Hickenlooper shared how his personal experience as a parent and scientist informs his work on these issues. “As a former scientist and the father of a three-and-a-half-year-old, the issue of healthcare is deeply personal. I know the anxiety parents feel when they drop their kids off at day care or school,” Hickenlooper wrote. “We all want the same thing: to keep our children healthy and safe. That means following the evidence and giving parents clear, reliable information they can trust.” At the event, Hickenlooper raised concerns about the Trump administration’s proposed changes to longstanding childhood vaccine recommendations, which are currently being challenged in court, and efforts to encourage states to reconsider school immunization requirements. WATCH: Fox 31 Denver: Hi… | 1 | 2026-09-16T09:43:13Z | 2026-09-16T09:44:22Z |
| https://crow.house.gov/media/in-the-news/washington-examiner-iran-war-powers-resolution-passes-house-with-seven-republican-defections | Washington Examiner: Iran war powers resolution passes House with seven Republican defections | 2026-09-15 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Jason Crow | C001121 | crow.house.gov | crow | https://crow.house.gov/news | scraper | Crow continued, “We’re not going to stop because Americans, Republicans and Democrats alike, by the way, this is one of the most bipartisan issues in America — Republicans and Democrats alike have had enough, and we’re going to push for votes so that they know, just like we’re going to do today, they know where their representative stands.” The vote came the same day that Massie, who lost his primary bid in May, introduced articles of impeachment against Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, largely for the secretary’s role in the Iran war. Massie’s articles against Hegseth accuse him of abusing the power of his office, saying he “knowingly” executed and implemented “unlawful orders to initiate war against a foreign nation” without the authorization of Congress, an attack endangering national security, or an imminent threat requiring action. The Kentucky Republican said by fulfilling the orders, Hegseth has demonstrated that he “will remain a threat to the Constitution if allowed to remain in office, and has acted in a manner grossly incompatible with the rule of law.” Public support for the Iran war is low, with 71% of Americans saying the United States should not be involved in Iran, according to an Ipsos poll released in April. | 1 | 2026-09-29T11:07:12Z | 2026-09-29T11:08:49Z |
| https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-fighting-every-colorado-rural-hospital-eastern-plains | REP. BOEBERT: FIGHTING FOR EVERY COLORADO RURAL HOSPITAL ON THE EASTERN PLAINS | 2026-09-14 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Lauren Boebert | B000825 | boebert.house.gov | boebert | https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (R-CO) published an op-ed in Colorado Politics highlighting her extensive record fighting for rural hospitals. Rep. Boebert wrote, “I worked with my colleagues for years long before President Trump’s reelection to plan what became the One Big Beautiful Bill so we would have a plan ready to go.” That bill, she wrote, created the Rural Health Transformation Program $50 billion over five years, $10 billion a year from fiscal year 2026 through 2030. “Colorado’s first-year award is about $200.1 million,” she wrote, with “almost $160 million in the first year” going out as competitive grants to rural providers. First-year grants include $44 million for telehealth, $23.4 million to recruit and keep rural clinicians, $48.9 million for hospitals, clinics and EMS, $40 million for new care models, and $4.8 million for chronic-disease prevention. The Truth Is Democrats Have Been Cutting Healthcare “It’s hard not to be reminded that for the past decade Democrats and socialists have blamed President Donald Trump for everything,” she wrote. Democrat leaders, she wrote, “have spent two years cutting healthcare while running sanctuary policies that make fraud and crime harder to stop.” “So, when Democrats talk about cuts, they happened here in Denver. Those are state choices, not slogans,” she wrote. Sanctuary rules that block cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, she wrote, “make it easier for illegal presence” and “benefit fraud, identity theft, cartels and repeat offenders who drain dollars that should go to hospitals, nurses and families who play by the rules.” Republicans Focused on Cutting Fraud to Protect Rural Hospitals “Cutting fraud, waste and abuse puts real money into rural hospitals,” she wrote. Republicans are getting crime and fraud out of government programs and sending resources back to farmers, ranchers, seniors, children, and rural hospitals on the Eastern Plains. “Secure communities and honest books protect care close to home,” she wrote. She also cited the Rura… | 1 | 2026-09-15T09:50:21Z | 2026-09-15T09:52:05Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/14/bennet-pettersen-push-to-advance-lincoln-park-superfund-site-clean-up/ | Bennet, Pettersen Push to Advance Lincoln Park Superfund Site Clean-up | 2026-09-14 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | Washington, DC — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet and Representative Brittney Pettersen (D-Colo.) pushed to advance the clean-up of the Cotter / Lincoln Park Superfund Site near Cañon City, which has awaited cleanup for more than 40 years. In the letter, the lawmakers urge EPA to move forward with the next step of the Superfund remediation process, which includes developing a detailed planning document for collecting, testing, and validating environmental data from the main portion of the site to Superfund standards. The lawmakers also ask EPA to provide clear timelines to the community for progression through the overall Superfund process. “[…] It is critical that EPA continue to move forward with site mitigation under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), collaborating with Cotter Corporation, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), and the local communities to facilitate the responsible cleanup of the Lincoln Park Superfund Site,” wrote the lawmakers. The Lincoln Park Superfund site is a 2,600-acre decommissioned uranium, vanadium, and molybdenum processing mill that consistently discharged liquid waste containing radionuclides and heavy metals into 11 largely unlined waste ponds for about 20 years. In 1984, the mill was designated a Superfund site because high contamination levels posed a risk to human health and the surrounding environment. Yet, four decades later, this site has barely advanced through the Superfund process, with progress impeded by multiple ownership changes, as remediation plans need to be restructured after each liability switch. This uncertainty has left many residents frustrated and concerned about the future of the site. “Many community members have spent decades advocating for the remediation of this site, and they deserve clear information about when they can expect meaningful progress” continued the lawmakers. “Members of the Lincoln Park / Cotter Community Advisory Group appreciate the assistance of Se… | 1 | 2026-09-15T09:50:21Z | 2026-09-15T09:52:05Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/hickenlooper-bennet-colleagues-challenge-trump-efforts-to-restrict-mail-in-voting/ | Hickenlooper, Bennet, Colleagues Challenge Trump Efforts to Restrict Mail-In Voting | 2026-09-14 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | 261 current and former lawmakers joined together to file amicus brief in SCOTUS Mail-In Voting Case WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper, Michael Bennet, the entire Senate Democratic Caucus, and members of the U.S. House of Representatives filed an amicus brief challenging the legality of President Trump’s executive order and U.S. Postal Service (USPS) rule that imposes unconstitutional, unworkable restrictions on mail-in voting, including requiring states to provide a “citizenship verification list” and attempting to give USPS control over who can vote by mail. “Mail-in voting is safe, secure, and makes our elections more accessible,” said Hickenlooper. “The Trump administration continues throwing everything at the wall to restrict the fundamental right of every American to choose their leaders. It’s an unconstitutional, authoritarian attack that we won’t let them get away with.” “Since the beginning of his administration, President Trump and Congressional Republicans have done everything they can to make our voting system less safe and secure,” said Bennet. “The Supreme Court must stand firm against this latest unconstitutional attempt to supersede the authority of states and Congress when it comes to our elections, all in an effort to make it harder for Coloradans to cast a vote by mail.” Colorado’s vote-by-mail system produced a turnout rate of 73.4% in the 2024 general election, nearly 10% higher than the national average. Of these voters, 92.2% chose to return a mail ballot. In Colorado, 90% of Colorado Republicans voted by mail during the 2024 Presidential election and 98% of Colorado Republicans voted by mail in 2025. Nearly one-third of Americans have voted by mail in recent elections — a voting practice Trump himself used as recently as August 2026, when he voted in Florida’s Republican primary. In the court filing, the group argued that Trump’s Executive Order and USPS’s final rule violate the separation of powers and steal congressional authorities outlined in Article I of the U.S. Const… | 1 | 2026-09-15T09:50:21Z | 2026-09-15T09:52:05Z |
| https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/assistant-leader-neguse-issues-statement-after-supreme-court-blocks-trumps | Assistant Leader Neguse Issues Statement After Supreme Court Blocks Trump’s Plan to Limit Mail-In Voting | 2026-09-14 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Joe Neguse | N000191 | neguse.house.gov | neguse | https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, House Assistant Minority Leader Joe Neguse, Chair of House Democrats’ Litigation Task Force, issued the following statement: “House Democrats took our fight against Donald Trump’s disastrous attempt to impose unworkable restrictions on mail-in voting to the highest court in the land—and won. We’ll never stop fighting to vindicate our Constitution and put a stop to this administration’s efforts to disenfranchise American citizens. No party, and certainly no president, is above the rule of law.” Neguse led more than 250 current and former Members of Congress, Republicans and Democrats, in filing an amicus brief challenging the legality of President Donald Trump’s efforts to impose new restrictions on mail-in ballots ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The coalition argued that the U.S. Postal Service lacked the authority to implement the Final Rule, which imposes unconstitutional and unworkable restrictions on voting by mail and is contrary to law. For more information on the Litigation Task Force’s efforts to protect Americans against the unlawful actions of the Trump administration, visit litigationandresponse.house.gov. ### | 1 | 2026-09-16T09:43:13Z | 2026-09-16T09:44:22Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/hickenlooper-statement-on-scotus-mail-in-voting-ruling/ | Hickenlooper Statement on SCOTUS Mail-In Voting Ruling | 2026-09-14 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | Hickenlooper filed amicus brief with court regarding case WASHINGTON – This evening, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper released the following statement regarding the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on the legality of President Trump’s executive order and U.S. Postal Service (USPS) rule that imposes unconstitutional, unworkable restrictions on mail-in voting, including requiring states to provide a “citizenship verification list” and attempting to give USPS control over who can vote by mail. “Today, the Supreme Court rightfully rejected President Trump’s latest attempt to infringe on Americans’ right to vote and avoid accountability for his disastrous record,” said Hickenlooper. “Colorado has proven that mail-in voting is safe, secure, and cost-effective. We’ll keep standing up to President Trump’s attacks on democracy and protecting every American’s fundamental right to choose their representatives.” Senator Hickenlooper recently filed an amicus brief in the case alongside a bipartisan group of 260 other lawmakers arguing against Trump’s executive order and the USPS rule. He also previously demanded that the USPS abandon the rule and has been staunch opposition to the Trump administration’s efforts to restrict voting rights. Hickenlooper introduced the Mail and Absentee Voter Protection Act to nullify Trump’s executive order. Hickenlooper has consistently fought efforts by MAGA and Trump to restrict voting, including the SAVE Act, which he took to the senate floor to oppose. He also cosponsors several pieces of voting rights legislation, including the For the People Act, the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, and the Freedom to Vote Act. ### | 1 | 2026-09-16T09:43:13Z | 2026-09-16T09:44:22Z |
| https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/crow-reflects-on-25-years-since-the-september-11th-attacks | Crow Reflects on 25 Years Since the September 11th Attacks | 2026-09-11 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Jason Crow | C001121 | crow.house.gov | crow | https://crow.house.gov/news | scraper | AURORA — Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO), a three-time combat veteran of the Global War on Terror, released a new video reflecting on 25 years since the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Following the September 11th attacks, Crow joined active duty military service. He deployed three times to Iraq and Afghanistan as a paratrooper and Army Ranger with the 82nd Airborne Division and 75th Ranger Regiment. He received the Bronze Star for his leadership in Iraq. On this solemn anniversary in a new video, Crow recounts his memories of September 11th and how the events of that day altered the trajectory of his life. He also provides his thoughts on America’s response to the attacks and what Americans should take from that day and the ensuing conflicts. Watch the Congressman’s remarks below. A full transcript can be viewed below: Where were you on September 11, 2001? “I had just started my senior year at college at the University of Wisconsin. I was in my first week back at classes, and that morning I was actually in my car on my way to campus for classes and heard on the radio the news. So immediately, turned around, went back to my house, and turned on the TV like many Americans that morning, and saw the chaos and the tragedy unfolding.” How do you remember those who lost their lives that day? “I always try to observe on 9/11 the sacrifices of first responders, the police, the firefighters, the EMTs and others who gave their life on 9/11. But those who are serving our community today and their willingness to meet moments of tragedy. To literally run into the fire to save Coloradans, to save Americans. It's incredible. And we should all honor that service.” How did September 11th affect your life? “It completely changed my life, like millions of Americans. I didn't realize it at the time, but what happened that day would completely change the trajectory of my life. Very quickly we were a nation at war, for the first time in a long time. And I was unwilling to let other people go and do my fighting for me.… | 1 | 2026-09-12T09:02:30Z | 2026-09-12T09:03:27Z |
| https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1917 | Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen Introduces Legislation to Uncover How Trump’s Mass Federal Workforce Firings Have Delayed Constituent Casework | 2026-09-11 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Brittany Pettersen | P000620 | pettersen.house.gov | pettersen | https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | LAKEWOOD – Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) today announced her legislation to uncover how Trump’s federal workforce cuts have impacted her constituents’ ability to resolve their federal casework issues. This effort comes after it was brought to Pettersen’s attention that there are just three federal case managers at the Department of Education processing all cases, and just five total case managers at the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), causing extraordinary delays for her constituents. Pettersen’s Constituent Services Impacts of Federal Workforce Firings Act requires a comprehensive review of Trump’s federal workforce reduction efforts and their impact on agencies’ constituent services – including but not limited to delayed benefits at the Social Security Administration (SSA), the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and impediments to disaster relief coordination within the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). “One of the most important roles of our congressional office is helping our constituents navigate issues with federal agencies and ensure they get the help and answers they need. But we are seeing firsthand the devastating consequences of Trump and Elon Musk’s mass firings and our constituents are the ones who are paying the price - facing exponentially longer wait times or not being able to get any answers at all," said Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen. “In some cases, this can be the difference between families having access to lifesaving care, seniors being able to pay their bills and keep a roof over their head, or students being able to pursue a higher education. Trump and Elon Musk took a hatchet to the critical services we depend on and the American people deserve to know the real costs to our country and a clear roadmap to recover from their disastrous policies.” Specifically, Pettersen’s legislation would require a comprehensive study of the scope of the federal workforce reduction, including understanding impacted constituent services at regional field offices, altered respon… | 1 | 2026-09-12T09:02:30Z | 2026-09-12T09:03:27Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/11/bennet-schiff-schumer-booker-colleagues-demand-netanyahu-immediately-crack-down-on-settler-violence-in-west-bank-and-protect-u-s-citizens/ | Bennet, Schiff, Schumer, Booker, Colleagues Demand Netanyahu Immediately Crack Down on Settler Violence in West Bank and Protect U.S. Citizens | 2026-09-11 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | Denver — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, joined U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), Senator Cory Booker (D-N.J.), and 44 Senate Democratic colleagues to demand that Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu take immediate actions to address surging Israeli settler violence against Palestinians, including Palestinian-Americans, in the West Bank. The senators also called on the Israeli government to complete investigations into the deaths of nine American citizens who Israeli settlers or security forces have killed in the West Bank in recent years. “We urge you to take measures to prevent and intercede in this violence, establish a credible mechanism to investigate violations of law, and to make clear that the Government of Israel will not tolerate violence by its people, just as it does not tolerate violence against its people,” wrote the senators. “[…] continued settlement expansion and fighting in the West Bank will harm Israel’s long-term security and the prospects for lasting peace, prosperity, and freedom for Israelis and Palestinians alike,” continued the senators. President Donald Trump and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio previously expressed their opposition to annexation of and violence in the West Bank, which the Israeli government has failed to address. “Like you, the safety and security of our constituents is of paramount importance. We urge your government to ensure that Americans in the Israeli-controlled parts of the West Bank are able to enjoy the security and protection of property to which they are entitled. We also hope to see the conditions improved so that Israelis and Palestinians may one day live in peace with each other without the fear of terrorism or lawless violence,” concluded the senators. Furthermore, the senators called for those responsible for such violent acts to be investigated and held accountable. Bennet has consistently opposed Israeli settlement expansion in th… | 1 | 2026-09-12T09:02:30Z | 2026-09-12T09:03:27Z |
| https://crow.house.gov/media/in-the-news/the-washington-post-these-congressmen-went-to-war-after-911-it-changed-them-in-different-ways | The Washington Post: These congressmen went to war after 9/11. It changed them in different ways. | 2026-09-11 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Jason Crow | C001121 | crow.house.gov | crow | https://crow.house.gov/news | scraper | Jason Crow and Troy Downing rushed to serve in the weeks after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. Crow “was angry” and wanted to “fight back.” Downing felt “the sense of violation” and wanted to be the “tip of the spear” in the country’s military response. Both men were changed by the attack. Downing said it caused him to “wake up” to the nation’s greatness, while Crow said the terrorist attack altered “the entire trajectory of my life.” And after multiple tours in Afghanistan and Iraq, these two men from different political parties — Crow is a Colorado Democrat, Downing is a Montana Republican — found their way to Congress, inspired by their service and the lessons they took from it. It’s their distinct takeaways, however, where their similarities end, highlighting how the terrorist attacks that sparked wars in Iraq and Afghanistan changed the nation’s politics but did not leave its leaders with monolithic views of their meaning. Crow and Downing emerged from the conflict with disparate views on war and service, and have since, like the rest of the country, had to make sense of the 25 years that have passed since the Sept. 11 attacks. “People do take different lessons,” Crow said. “And I think the lessons that I took out ... are a different lesson than some of my comrades and my brothers and sisters in arms.” The politics of the post-9/11 wars have changed dramatically in the last 25 years. Under President George W. Bush (R), Democrats and Republicans in Congress authorized military force in both Afghanistan and Iraq. Only one Democrat — Rep. Barbara T. Lee (California) — voted against authorizing action in Afghanistan. And while far more voted against authorizing military action in Iraq, 81 House Democrats and 29 Senate Democrats authorized military force. But as the wars dragged on and the intelligence underpinning the conflict in Iraq proved untrue, Democrats began to sour on the prolonged entanglements, sparking a fervent anti-war, anti-intervention movement. That upended the 2006 midterms, seein… | 1 | 2026-09-15T09:50:21Z | 2026-09-15T09:52:05Z |
| https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases/evans-peters-unveil-bill-address-transmission-project-bottlenecks-and-lower | Evans, Peters Unveil Bill to Address Transmission Project Bottlenecks and Lower Electricity Costs | 2026-09-10 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Gabe Evans | E000300 | gabeevans.house.gov | gabeevans | https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, Representatives Gabe Evans (R-CO) and Scott Peters (D-CA) introduced the Certainty in Litigation for Electric Asset Reliability (CLEAR) Act of 2026, legislation to streamline the buildout of big power line projects. The CLEAR Act would fix the legislative ambiguity that currently leaves Department of Energy (DOE)-coordinated transmission projects prone to excessive litigation and outright obstructionism that can stall critical infrastructure development, kill jobs, and drive up costs for utility ratepayers. “As America’s demand for energy continues to rise, it is crucial that we find new and innovative ways to successfully transfer power in an affordable, safe and timely manner. The CLEAR Act will boost energy production, cut red tape and expedite project timelines, and reduce costs related to transmission projects across our country. I’m proud to help lead this important legislation, and look forward to continuing to prioritize permitting reform as I work to make energy and life more affordable for Coloradans and our nation.” — Congressman Gabe Evans "Californians pay some of the highest electricity rates in the country, and part of the reason is that we can't get transmission projects through the litigation process and built on time. Our grid is too old and too slow to meet our skyrocketing energy demand. We can't wait years for badly needed infrastructure to be built. The CLEAR Act would accelerate the review process for large energy infrastructure projects and establish clear rules for stalled transmission projects, giving developers and local stakeholders the certainty to plan along with relief for ratepayers from rising costs." — Congressman Scott Peters The CLEAR Act would align judicial review standards for DOE-coordinated transmission projects with those already used for hydropower and natural gas pipelines under the Federal Power Act, ensuring projects are built on time, without unnecessary legal delays. The Federal Power Act governs the regulation of electricity and inters… | 1 | 2026-09-11T09:25:29Z | 2026-09-11T09:27:08Z |
| https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-gabe-evans-acting-united-states-secretary-labor-keith-sonderling-highlight | Rep. Gabe Evans, Acting United States Secretary of Labor, Keith Sonderling, Highlight Colorado’s Manufacturing and Skilled Workforce | 2026-09-10 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Gabe Evans | E000300 | gabeevans.house.gov | gabeevans | https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | DENVER, CO — Congressman Gabe Evans welcomed Acting U.S. Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling back to Colorado’s Eighth Congressional District for two site visits and workforce roundtables highlighting the manufacturers, skilled trades, truckers, and small businesses powering Northern Colorado’s economy. The visit comes just days after the August jobs report showed the U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs—tripling expectations—while unemployment remained steady at 4.1 percent. “Hardworking Coloradans are leading America’s manufacturing comeback. The August jobs report tripled expectations, American manufacturing is growing, and right here in CO-08, businesses are ready to hire and workers are ready to work. I’m proud to partner with Acting Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling to highlight Colorado’s entrepreneurs, skilled tradesmen and women, and frontline workforce that are the backbone of our economy and our communities. These conversations are essential to ensuring we find ways to strengthen and support our skilled workforce, and continue bringing high-paying jobs back to the United States.” –– Congressman Gabe Evans “America runs on trucking. Companies like JFW Trucking keep our supply chains moving, support local economies, and create pathways to the American Dream for hardworking Americans. I appreciated the opportunity to join Congressman Evans and the Colorado Industrial Property Owners Consortium to hear directly about what it takes to keep trucks on the road and how the Trump Administration can continue to help small businesses grow. America will need an estimated 300,000 new electricians over the next decade — and apprenticeships are how we meet that demand. Congressman Evans and I met with apprentices and IECRM leadership to discuss expanding apprenticeships to train more Americans faster and with zero debt for the jobs powering America’s Industrial Renaissance.” — Acting Secretary Keith Sonderling Congressman Gabe Evans and Sonderling began the day in Commerce City at JFW Trucking, a family-owned Colo… | 1 | 2026-09-11T09:25:29Z | 2026-09-11T09:27:08Z |
| https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1915 | Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen Solemnly Marks One Year Since Evergreen High School Shooting | 2026-09-10 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Brittany Pettersen | P000620 | pettersen.house.gov | pettersen | https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | EVERGREEN – Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen (C0-07) today solemnly marked the one year anniversary of the tragic Evergreen High School shooting, introducing a bipartisan congressional resolution signed by all members of the Colorado U.S. House delegation honoring the shooting victims, and expressing gratitude to first responders, law enforcement, educators, faculty, and neighbors who acted swiftly to protect students and staff during last year’s shooting. Senator Michael Bennet (D-CO) is leading a companion resolution in the Senate. “Today, we honor the students, staff, first responders, families, and entire Evergreen community for their extraordinary resilience in the face of the tragedy after the Evergreen High School shooting one year ago today. Their strength, courage, and resilience continue to inspire all of us but also reminds us of the urgent need for change,” said Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen. “Our country’s gun violence epidemic has shattered countless lives and is now the leading cause of death for our kids - a reality none of us should accept. As a mom, I understand the fear so many parents live with when they drop their kids off at school. Today, we stand with the Evergreen community and promise to keep fighting in Congress to ensure our kids are safe at school and in our communities. They deserve so much better.” “One year ago today, the Evergreen community experienced an unthinkable act of gun violence,” said Senator Michael Bennet. “The fear and trauma that Evergreen High School students, families, educators, and first responders experienced that day have not disappeared. We owe it to them – and all of Colorado – to act and to build a future where no child has to experience this kind of violence at school. I am glad to lead the Colorado Congressional Delegation in this resolution, and will continue to fight against senseless acts of gun violence.” "It is unacceptable that gun violence has become normal in America. A year ago, Coloradans experienced another tragic school shooting, this time… | 1 | 2026-09-11T09:25:29Z | 2026-09-11T09:27:08Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/10/bennet-hickenlooper-wyden-padilla-schiff-sound-the-alarm-on-lack-of-firefighting-resources-during-the-2026-wildfire-season/ | Bennet, Hickenlooper, Wyden, Padilla, Schiff Sound the Alarm on Lack of Firefighting Resources During the 2026 Wildfire Season | 2026-09-10 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | Denver — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a senior member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, led Senators John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), and Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) to express serious concerns about the U.S. Department of Interior (DOI) and U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) preparedness and ability to adequately respond to the 2026 fire season. Colorado has faced one of the most severe wildfire seasons to date, with over 240,000 acres burned and loss of wildland firefighting personnel. “[…] Record-breaking high temperatures and historic drought have led to catastrophic fires across the West, destroying thousands of homes, wreaking havoc on the economies of rural communities, stressing the budgets of local governments, and leading to the loss of four wildland firefighters and two pilots,”began the senators. Between July 18 and September 4, 2026, the national firefighting force was at preparedness level 5 with federal resources fully committed to combating wildland fires across the country. So far this year, the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) and U.S. Wildland Fire Service has dedicated over $6 billion to fire suppression budget authority, spending nearly the entire fire suppression budget as of September 2, 2026. The West is expected to remain in peak fire season with hot, dry, and windy conditions for at least the next two months, raising concerns that federal wildfire resources and suppression funds could run out entirely. “In light of these concerns, the capacity of the federal government to sustain operations is critical. We are concerned that the agencies simply do not have enough highly qualified personnel, Incident Management Teams, and supervisory staff to sustain operations. Our offices have received reports that teams have worked more fires than is safe, using temporary supervisory structures because fully qualified personnel are not available. We have also heard that locally-led initial attack was affected by national… | 1 | 2026-09-11T09:25:29Z | 2026-09-11T09:27:08Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/hickenlooper-applauds-denver-lawsuit-to-block-armed-ice-agents-at-voting-sites/ | Hickenlooper Applauds Denver Lawsuit to Block Armed ICE Agents at Voting Sites | 2026-09-10 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | Hickenlooper has previously introduced legislation to stop Trump from using federal law enforcement to interfere with elections WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper released the below statement applauding the lawsuit filed by the City of Denver and civil right groups to block armed ICE agents at voting sites. “The only conceivable reason for ICE to be at polling places is to spread the same fear and intimidation we’ve already seen in our communities,”said Hickenlooper. “Every eligible American should be able to cast their ballot freely and safely. We’ll keep fighting tooth and nail to protect that sacred right.” Earlier this year, Hickenlooper introduced the Protect our Polls Act that would restrict the deployment of armed federal law enforcement or military forces to polling places. He has pushed for efforts that would prevent immigration enforcement from targeting polling locations, as well as schools, hospitals, and places of worship. Hickenlooper has been outspoken in the face of ICE’s lawlessness and demanded a top-to-bottom overhaul of the agency to stop ICE from terrorizing our communities. Hickenlooper also voted against the DHS funding bill because it failed to overhaul ICE. He has consistently pushed for more oversight andtransparency for federal immigration enforcement efforts, and has worked to help families desperately searching for loved ones arrested by ICE. In January, Hickenlooper spoke on the Senate floor to denounce the horrifying killings of Alex Pretti and Renee Good, condemn the reports that families in Eagle County found “death cards” left in the cars of family members taken by ICE agents, and to demand the overhaul of ICE. He’s shown up at ICE facilities previously to conduct congressional oversight visits and raise concerns about ICE disregarding due process. He helped launch an investigation into ICE’s unlawful obstruction of congressional oversight, introduced legislation to ban ICE from wearing masks, and pushed to cut back the excessive funding that MAGA Republicans … | 1 | 2026-09-11T09:25:29Z | 2026-09-11T09:27:08Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/hickenlooper-mccormick-announce-formation-of-senate-bipartisan-science-and-innovation-caucus/ | Hickenlooper, McCormick Announce Formation of Senate Bipartisan Science and Innovation Caucus | 2026-09-10 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | Kickoff event for caucus will take place at U.S. Capitol on Sept 14 WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper and Dave McCormick announced the formation of the U.S. Senate Bipartisan Science and Innovation Caucus to highlight and elevate American scientific research and the application of those discoveries to promote innovation. Caucus members will work together with industry leaders and the research community to develop policies that promote U.S. leadership in science. “Science propels our economy, saves lives, and solves the problems that once seemed unsolvable,” said Hickenlooper. “This caucus exists for one reason: to make sure Congress is fighting as hard for American innovation as our scientists and researchers are. The stakes are too high for anything less.” “America’s economic strength and national security have always been powered by our ability to innovate, and that begins with world-class scientific research,” said McCormick. “As we compete to maintain America’s position as the world’s leading superpower, this bipartisan caucus will help unleash the ingenuity of our scientists, entrepreneurs, and innovators to drive economic growth, create opportunity, and strengthen our nation.” The United States has been a global economic leader for the past 50 years because of our dedication to science, technology, and innovation. Federally-funded research led to the invention of optical fibers, microchips, personal computers, mobile phones, robotics, cutting-edge medicine, and more. Jobs in science, technology, engineering, math, and medicine make up34% of the U.S. workforce. Economic activity from these fields generates 39% of U.S. GDP – over $10 trillion dollars. The United States spends only 3% of its GDP on research and development (R&D) and innovation. Federally funded R&D dollars are doubled in returns: every $1 invested generates nearly $2 in economic output. This is substantially higher than the returns on other forms of federal investment. China is overtaking the United States in R&D fun… | 1 | 2026-09-11T09:25:29Z | 2026-09-11T09:27:08Z |
| https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases/evans-bipartisan-ratepayer-protection-act-set-house-vote | Evans’ Bipartisan Ratepayer Protection Act Set for House Vote | 2026-09-10 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Gabe Evans | E000300 | gabeevans.house.gov | gabeevans | https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON — Gabe Evans’ bipartisan legislation protecting ratepayers from rising costs associated with the increased energy demand will receive a vote next week — marking one of the final bills to be considered by the House prior to the midterm elections. The bill ensures American families are not left footing the bill for the grid upgrades and new energy generation required to operate large data centers. More specifically, it requires state utility regulators, like the Colorado Public Utilities Commission, to consider implementing rules for large-load data centers and hyperscalers to cover the full costs of power generation, transmission lines, and other energy infrastructure upgrades needed to meet their immense energy demand. Without this bill, families and small businesses in communities where data center development occurs could see higher electricity bills at the end of every month. The Ratepayer Protection Act was introduced amid our nation’s increasing energy needs and heightened scrutiny regarding how data centers affect consumer costs. The legislation has gained significant bipartisan support with 41 cosponsors in the House and it unanimously passed the Energy and Commerce Committee in July by a vote of 52-0. “This bill coming to the House Floor proves that House Republicans are responding to the needs of the American people. As the United States competes to win the global AI race and outcompete adversaries like Communist China, we must ensure that growth does not come at the expense of hardworking families. I’m proud to lead the bipartisan Ratepayer Protection Act to keep energy affordable and ensure American innovation can move forward without leaving families and small businesses to foot the bill.” — Congressman Gabe Evans Background If enacted, the legislation would establish a federal standard for state regulators to consider when reviewing proposals for new large-load customers with an electricity demand of 100 megawatts or more to come onto the grid. The bill recommends: Requiring financia… | 1 | 2026-09-12T09:02:30Z | 2026-09-12T09:03:27Z |
| https://crank.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-crank-calls-doj-investigate-violent-denver-ice-walk-outs | Rep. Crank Calls on DOJ to Investigate Violent Denver ICE Walk Outs | 2026-09-09 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Jeff Crank | C001137 | crank.house.gov | crank | https://crank.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Representative Jeff Crank (CO-05) sent a letter to the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Civil Rights Division requesting an investigation into recent student anti-ICE walkouts in Colorado and involvement from outside organizations. On Friday, September 4, 2026, videos and reporting showed that student walkouts in Denver, Colorado, turned violent, with assaults on journalists and counterprotests. These incidents have raised serious questions about whether participants were unlawfully prevented from exercising their own constitutional rights. The growing presence and influence of groups that support defunding federal and state law enforcement and interfere with the enforcement of immigration laws threaten the foundation of American society. The student organization, Colorado Youth Coalition, organized the “Walk Out for ICE Out,” and has aligned itself with the messaging from these outside organizations. The event gained significant traction through social media, leading to a reported 200 high schools participating in the walkout. Reports from the Denver Police Department detailed at least five assaults at the Denver demonstration, and three people were transported to the hospital. Additionally, multiple constituents of Colorado’s Fifth Congressional District who were present at the park were physically assaulted and sustained injuries. Due to the nature of the Denver incident, Representative Crank is requesting the DOJ to investigate whetherthese violent assaults infringed on other constitutional rights and the degree to which outside organizationsassisted in supporting the demonstrations where attacks on journalists and others occurred. Excerpts from the letter read: The Constitution protects peaceful assembly, but those protections do not extend to violent conduct. For that reason, I believe a federal investigation is warranted, not only to determine whether individuals unlawfully infringed upon the constitutional rights of journalists, counterprotesters, or other members of the public with… | 1 | 2026-09-10T09:25:58Z | 2026-09-10T09:27:09Z |
| https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-gabe-evans-lou-correa-introduce-bipartisan-bill-improve-transparency-sba | Reps. Gabe Evans, Lou Correa Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Improve Transparency of SBA Spanish-Language Resources | 2026-09-09 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Gabe Evans | E000300 | gabeevans.house.gov | gabeevans | https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Reps. Gabe Evans (R-CO-08), Lou Correa (D-CA-46), Monica De La Cruz (R-TX-15), Henry Cuellar (D-TX-28), Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL-27), Jim Costa (D-CA-21) and David Valadao (R-CA-22), introduced the bipartisan SBA Spanish Resource Report Act, legislation to give Congress and the public a clearer picture of the Spanish-language resources currently available to entrepreneurs and small business owners through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). This legislation ensures that Congress and Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs are aware of the resources and services that remain available to them through the SBA. “As the grandson of Mexican immigrants and the representative of a district with a prominent Hispanic community, I know the critical role Hispanic small businesses play in our economy. This bill directs an inventory to be conducted of existing Small Business Administration Spanish-language resources to provide greater clarity to Congress and small business owners across our country regarding what resources and services are currently available.” –– Congressman Gabe Evans (R-CO-08) "Hispanic Americans own more than five million businesses across this country, employing nearly three million workers. Everyone in this great nation who’s willing to work hard and contribute deserves a fair shot at the American Dream, and this bill is a step in that direction. The SBA Spanish Resource Act is common-sense legislation that makes sure Spanish-speaking small business owners and entrepreneurs have the resources they need to succeed.” — Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA-46) "Language should never be a barrier to success. With over one million Hispanic-owned small businesses in Texas, I am proud to join bipartisan legislation that expands access and awareness of Spanish-language tools at the SBA. Our small businesses are the backbone of our communities, and I will continue working to ensure Texas main streets thrive.” — Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (R-TX-15) “For many small business owners in … | 1 | 2026-09-10T09:25:58Z | 2026-09-10T09:27:09Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/icymi-hickenlooper-visits-southeast-colorado-highlights-water-housing-veterans-care-healthcare/ | ICYMI: Hickenlooper Visits Southeast Colorado, Highlights Water, Housing, Veterans’ Care, Healthcare | 2026-09-09 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | COLORADO – In case you missed it, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper visited Hasty, La Junta, Pueblo, Limon, and Lamar to meet with Coloradans and discuss top-of-mind issues. Hickenlooper stopped by the John Martin Reservoir to receive an update on the progress of the Arkansas Valley Conduit (AVC), which he has helped secure hundreds of millions in federal funds to complete. They highlighted how President Trump has risked 50,000 Coloradans’ access to clean drinking water by vetoing Hickenlooper’s bipartisan Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act. Watch our video at the reservoir to hear more HERE. In La Junta, Hickenlooper toured the 6th Judicial District Attorney’s Office and met with county officials. They discussed the community’s concerns about the Pueblo sewage spill impacting farmers and ranchers downstream, as well as the strains on rural healthcare and the importance of completing the AVC. Earlier, Hickenlooper toured the Vail Hotel in Pueblo – one of Colorado’s historic hotels turned into a public housing project – and met with local leaders to discuss the increasing cost of housing in Pueblo. From 2014 to 2024, Pueblo’s average rent rose from $593 in 2014 to $1,161 in 2024 – a 96% increase. Meanwhile, the average renter in Pueblo makes just over $39,000 a year. Hickenlooper highlighted how the bipartisan 21st Century Road to Housing Act, will help bring down the cost of housing and address the housing shortage Colorado faces. Watch Hickenlooper speak at visit to the Vail Hotel HERE. On Wednesday, Hickenlooper convened local leaders to discuss the impacts and clean-up plans for the recent sewage spill in Pueblo, which released more than four million gallons of raw sewage into the Arkansas River Thursday, August 27th. Local health officials say that E. Coli levels down-stream of the spill are “extremely high,” which poses a severe health risk to recreationists and down-stream ranchers and farmers. Officials have expanded advisories, urging residents to stay out of the water until testing shows it’s saf… | 1 | 2026-09-10T09:25:58Z | 2026-09-10T09:27:09Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/08/bennet-booker-warnock-van-hollen-colleagues-demand-hud-reverse-changes-gutting-fair-housing-program/ | Bennet, Booker, Warnock, Van Hollen, Colleagues Demand HUD Reverse Changes Gutting Fair Housing Program | 2026-09-08 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | Denver — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet joined Senators Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), and 28 Senate colleagues to demand the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) rescind a series of proposed changes that would fundamentally undermine implementation of the Fair Housing Initiatives Program (FHIP), which funds nonprofit organizations on the front lines of combating housing discrimination and enforcing fair housing protections nationwide. In their letter to HUD Secretary Scott Turner, the senators warned that HUD’s Fiscal Year 2025 and Fiscal Year 2026 funding notices threaten to strip funding from organizations that handle more than 74 percent of housing discrimination complaints in the country. The senators blasted the new funding notices for bypassing the intent of Congress and fundamentally reshaping the program. The changes lock out experienced fair housing organizations, prioritize first-time applicants over groups with proven track records, and abandon organizations that have protected Americans from discrimination for decades. “Dedicated local fair housing organizations, functioning on small budgets, provide an indispensable service for so many Americans: disabled veterans who require reasonable accommodations in housing, seniors and people with disabilities who need accessible housing, families with children turned away illegally from renting a home, women who are experiencing sexual harassment from landlords, survivors of domestic violence who have been improperly evicted, and victims of racial and other forms of unlawful discrimination,” wrote the senators. The senators noted that this latest move is part of a pattern: the Trump administration has repeatedly tried to dismantle fair housing protections, including failed attempts to terminate FHIP grants and proposing to eliminate the program’s funding altogether, despite strong bipartisan support in Congress. The senators called on Secretary Turner to immediately rescind and reissue the … | 1 | 2026-09-09T09:27:09Z | 2026-09-09T09:29:04Z |
| https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-white-house-action-wolf-delisting-and-american-beef-labeling-real | REP. BOEBERT: WHITE HOUSE ACTION ON WOLF DELISTING AND AMERICAN BEEF LABELING IS REAL PROGRESS FOR COLORADO RANCHERS | 2026-09-08 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Lauren Boebert | B000825 | boebert.house.gov | boebert | https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Eaton, CO. — Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) today welcomed President Donald J. Trump’s recent executive actions supporting Colorado ranchers, including a directive to review delisting gray wolves and Mexican wolves and a push toward country-of-origin labeling for American beef. Rep. Boebert has long advocated for these issues, fighting to return wolf management to the states and to give consumers a clear label on American beef. “Colorado producers should not have to watch wolves tear through their herds while Washington ties their hands. And American families should not be left guessing whether the beef in the grocery store was born and raised here at home. White House support for these initiatives — and Interior and Agriculture moving forward on the orders — is real progress for Colorado ranchers,” said Rep. Boebert. Rep. Boebert’s Pet and Livestock Protection Act (H.R. 845) already passed the House and would reissue the 2020 gray wolf delisting rule and protect that decision from activist lawsuits. She has also backed restoring mandatory country-of-origin labeling so “Product of USA” means what it says, and passing the PRIME Act. “The executive order continues a process I’ve been fighting for in Congress,” Rep. Boebert said. “I want to finish what has been started. We should pass this legislation by the end of this Congress — delisting wolves and putting American beef labeling into statute. Now the Senate and the House need to lock it in so ranchers and consumers are not left waiting on the next lawsuit or the next administration.” Rep. Boebert said she will continue working with the Administration, Senate partners, and Western colleagues to get both measures across the finish line this Congress. | 1 | 2026-09-10T09:25:58Z | 2026-09-10T09:27:09Z |
| https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-joined-loveland-mayor-mcfall-ribbon-cutting-amazons-new-loveland | REP. BOEBERT JOINED LOVELAND MAYOR MCFALL FOR RIBBON-CUTTING AT AMAZON’S NEW LOVELAND FULFILLMENT CENTER | 2026-09-04 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Lauren Boebert | B000825 | boebert.house.gov | boebert | https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | LOVELAND, Colo. — U.S. Representative Lauren Boebert (R-CO) today joined Loveland Mayor Patrick McFall for the ribbon-cutting of Amazon’s new Loveland Fulfillment Center with Site Leader Eric Ng and Sam Bailey, Economic Development Director in Colorado. Following remarks, Rep. Boebert and Mayor McFall cut the ribbon before a guided tour of the operations. The Loveland Fulfillment Center is Amazon’s newest fulfillment center in Colorado and reflects a $400 million investment in the 4th Congressional District. The facility is on track to employ more than 1,000 people. Amazon already employs nearly 2,000 people across seven sites in CO-04. Those locations include three delivery stations in Broomfield, Loveland, and Sterling; three Whole Foods Markets; and the new Loveland Fulfillment Center. Amazon has almost 20,000 employees in Colorado. “This is private investment creating real jobs for Colorado families,” said Rep. Boebert. “Amazon chose Loveland and the 4th District because our workers show up, our communities are open for business, and customers expect results. A $400 million facility and more than a thousand new jobs are exactly the kind of growth we should celebrate.” Rep. Boebert added: “Across this district—from Sterling to Loveland to Broomfield—Amazon already supports nearly 2,000 employees. The Loveland Fulfillment Center builds on that footprint and will help get packages to Coloradans faster while putting more of our neighbors to work.” | 1 | 2026-09-05T08:49:07Z | 2026-09-05T08:50:44Z |
| https://crank.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crank-and-evans-join-secretary-wright-tour-ray-d-nixon-power-plant | Reps. Crank and Evans Join Secretary Wright for Tour of the Ray D. Nixon Power Plant | 2026-09-04 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Jeff Crank | C001137 | crank.house.gov | crank | https://crank.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | FOUNTAIN, C.O. -- Today, Representative Jeff Crank (CO-05) and Representative Gabe Evans (CO-08) joined U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright for a tour of the Ray D. Nixon Power Plant operated by Colorado Springs Utilities (Springs Utilities). The Ray D. Nixon Power Plant is primarily fueled by coal and can generate more than 260 megawatts of electricity. Coal-fired power plants represent roughly a third of Colorado’s energy grid, but unrealistic energy mandates coming out of Denver risk energy reliability and increased energy rates for consumers. Springs Utilities has been successful in negotiating with the State of Colorado to push back the 2029 closure deadline to 2032, saving customers $200 million in projected rate increases, but reliable energy production is still at risk in the future. "Coal is a reliable, baseload domestic energy resource to help power our grid here in Colorado," said Representative Jeff Crank (CO-05). "Colorado's burdensome energy mandates continue to cost our region, not only with higher utility bills but they also threaten our national security assets. Coloradans deserve reliable energy, and I'd like to thank Secretary Wright for his efforts to keep reliable coal generation online and coming to Colorado's Fifth Congressional District to show support for the Ray D. Nixon Power Plant.” “Coal has powered American prosperity for generations and continues to provide the reliable, around-the-clock electricity our grid needs,” said U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright. “The Trump Administration is committed to adding reliable power to the grid, not prematurely shutting down generation that is already keeping the lights on. Ray Nixon is a great example of the critical baseload power Colorado needs to meet growing electricity demand while keeping energy affordable and secure.” “Denver Democrats spent years attacking reliable coal generation, only to run headfirst into reality: you cannot shut down dependable baseload power without something ready to replace it," said Representative Gabe … | 1 | 2026-09-05T08:49:07Z | 2026-09-05T08:50:44Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/04/bennet-hosts-conversations-with-colorados-next-generation-about-building-a-future-they-can-thrive-in/ | Bennet Hosts Conversations With Colorado’s Next Generation About Building a Future They Can Thrive In | 2026-09-04 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | Denver — This week, U.S. Senator Michael Bennet hosted two conversations with Colorado’s next generation, one with young professionals through CiviCO’s Civic Pop-Up Series and another with students in an AP Government class at Vista PEAK Preparatory School in Aurora. The conversations focused on a simple question: What should the government do for the next generation, and how do we make sure it delivers? What does the American Dream look like for their generations? For younger generations, the path to a good life is getting harder. Housing costs have risen sharply and many young people are finding that buying a home, building a career, and starting a family is more difficult than it was for previous generations. The people at these events shared the perspective that the institutions and systems shaping their lives were built for a different time and do not reflect the challenges they face today. They want to know what their government can do to address those challenges and whether it can deliver meaningful results. “Colorado is the best state in the country. But everywhere I go, I hear people who are working hard and still finding it harder to get ahead,” said Bennet. “For younger generations, some of the milestones that previous generations were able to take for granted, like buying a home, building a career, or starting a family, can feel much further out of reach. I am optimistic about our ability to change that and build an American Dream for the next generation.” Bennet said the government has a role to play, but it cannot do this alone. Building a stronger future will require people who are willing to get involved, try new things, build their communities, and speak up when they see something that needs to change. “Young people are going to live with the decisions we make today,” said Bennet. “We owe it to them to pay attention and learn what it is like to be a young person growing up in Colorado, what you are excited about, what concerns you, and what you think we could do differently.” At CiviCO, Benn… | 1 | 2026-09-05T08:49:07Z | 2026-09-05T08:50:44Z |
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/09/04/bennet-statement-welcoming-federal-disaster-aid-for-colorados-aspen-acres-and-gold-mountain-fires/ | Bennet Statement Welcoming Federal Disaster Aid for Colorado’s Aspen Acres and Gold Mountain Fires | 2026-09-04 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | Michael F. Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | bennet | https://www.bennet.senate.gov/news/page/ | scraper | Denver — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a senior member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, issued a statement following the announcement of federal disaster aid to support communities recovering from wildfires in Pueblo, Custer, Ouray, and Dolores Counties. “Following an outpouring of local support for disaster relief, I am glad to see the approval of the State’s request for a major disaster declaration and public assistance. This funding will help Ouray, Dolores, Pueblo, and Custer Counties rebuild after wildfires burned more than 200,000 acres in their counties this summer, destroying critical infrastructure, water supplies, and hundreds of homes and structures. The President must now approve the Governor’s request for individual assistance and hazard mitigation funding as well as the overdue federal assistance for the Lee and Elk Fires and extreme flooding in Southwest Colorado that occurred last year.” ### | 1 | 2026-09-05T08:49:07Z | 2026-09-05T08:50:44Z |
| https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crank-and-evans-join-secretary-wright-tour-ray-d-nixon-power-plant | Reps. Crank and Evans Join Secretary Wright for Tour of the Ray D. Nixon Power Plant | 2026-09-04 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Gabe Evans | E000300 | gabeevans.house.gov | gabeevans | https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | FOUNTAIN, C.O. -- Today Representative Gabe Evans (CO-08), and Representative Jeff Crank (CO-05) joined U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright for a tour of the Ray D. Nixon Power Plant operated by Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU). The Ray D. Nixon Power Plant is primarily fueled by coal and can generate more than 260 megawatts of electricity. Coal-fired power plants represent roughly a third of Colorado’s energy grid, but unrealistic energy mandates coming out of Denver, risk energy reliability and increased energy rates for consumers. Springs Utilities has been successful in negotiating with the State of Colorado to push back the 2029 closure deadline to 2032, saving customers $200 million in projected rate increases, but reliable energy production is still at risk in the future. “Denver Democrats spent years attacking reliable coal generation, only to run headfirst into reality: you cannot shut down dependable baseload power without something ready to replace it. Keeping Ray Nixon online longer will protect grid reliability and save ratepayers hundreds of millions of dollars. With electricity demand skyrocketing, Colorado needs more safe, affordable, reliable energy—not political mandates that take power off the grid and leave families paying the price. I’m grateful to Secretary Wright and Congressman Crank for fighting for an all-of-the-above strategy that puts reliability, affordability, and American energy dominance first.” — Congressman Gabe Evans (CO-08) "Coal is a reliable, baseload domestic energy resource to help power our grid here in Colorado. Colorado's burdensome energy mandates continue to cost our region, not only with higher utility bills but they also threaten our national security assets. Coloradans deserve reliable energy, and I'd like to thank Secretary Wright for his efforts to keep reliable coal generation online and coming to Colorado's Fifth Congressional District to show support for the Ray D. Nixon Power Plant.” — Rep. Jeff Crank (CO-05) “Coal has powered American prosperity for ge… | 1 | 2026-09-09T09:27:09Z | 2026-09-09T09:29:04Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/hickenlooper-welcomes-federal-disaster-aid-for-colorados-aspen-acres-and-gold-mountain-fires/ | Hickenlooper Welcomes Federal Disaster Aid for Colorado’s Aspen Acres and Gold Mountain Fires | 2026-09-04 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | DENVER — Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper welcomed the announcement of federal disaster aid for communities recovering from the Aspen Acres Fire in Pueblo, Custer, and Dolores counties and the Gold Mountain Fire in Ouray County. Hickenlooper also urged the Trump administration to swiftly approve Colorado’s remaining requests for Individual Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grant funding. “We’re glad to see the communities impacted by the Aspen Acres and Gold Mountain fires will begin receiving some of the critical federal resources they need and deserve to help get back on their feet,” said Hickenlooper. “We’ll continue standing shoulder to shoulder with those impacted by these tragedies and urge the administration to swiftly approve Colorado’s remaining requests for Individual Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grant funding.” | 1 | 2026-09-09T09:27:09Z | 2026-09-09T09:29:04Z |
| https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-delivers-bill-cap-insulin-cost-35-month | DeGette Delivers Bill to Cap Insulin Cost at $35 Per Month | 2026-09-03 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Diana DeGette | D000197 | degette.house.gov | degette | https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Diana DeGette (CO-01), Co-Chair of the Congressional Diabetes Caucus, along with Representatives Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01), Kim Schrier(WA-08), Rob Bresnahan (PA-08), and Angie Craig (MN-02), introduced the Improving Needed Safeguards for Users of Lifesaving Insulin Now (“INSULIN”) Act. This bill will cap the cost of insulin at $35 per month for insured individuals. “Insulin insecurity is not a partisan issue. It’s a life-or-death issue,” said Rep. DeGette. “I have fought for years to lower the price of insulin for the over 40 million Americans living with diabetes. I have met with too many Coloradans who have shared their painful experience of rationing their insulin so they could afford groceries. No one in America should be forced to choose between their life-saving medication or feeding their families.” "As a doctor, I have spent my career fighting for patients, and I've watched too many of them ration a hundred-year-old medicine because the price tag made it impossible to afford,” said Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, M.D.. “That's not right, and it never should have taken this long to fix. I'm proud to lead this effort in the House, and I won't stop until every American with diabetes can afford the insulin that keeps them alive." “As a doctor with Type 1 diabetes who depends on insulin, I understand the immediate need to bring down the cost of insulin – especially at a time when so many Americans are already struggling with high costs,” said Rep. Schrier. “I am proud to introduce this groundbreaking bipartisan legislation that will cap the price of insulin for all Americans and make a meaningful difference in the lives and the health of everyone in our districts.” “Diabetes stole the lives of 100,000 Americans last year. Tens of millions of Americans are living with diabetes, and for many, insulin is a matter of life and death,” said Rep. Bresnahan. “No American should have to choose between paying the bills and getting the insulin they need, or risk their l… | 1 | 2026-09-04T09:19:37Z | 2026-09-04T09:20:58Z |
| https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-gabe-evans-votes-condemn-democrat-socialism | Rep. Gabe Evans Votes to Condemn Democrat Socialism | 2026-09-03 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Gabe Evans | E000300 | gabeevans.house.gov | gabeevans | https://gabeevans.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Gabe Evans voted to condemn socialism in all its forms and oppose the implementation of socialist policies in the United States. Evans cosponsored the resolution, introduced by fellow Colorado Republican Rep. Jeff Crank (CO-05). The measure passed 220-192 with Colorado Republicans voting in favor while Colorado Democrat Representatives Jason Crow (CO-06), Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), Diana DeGette (CO-01), and Joe Neguse (CO-02) voted against the resolution. The vote comes as Democrat Socialists have gained political ground across the country within the Democratic Party. “Socialism has failed everywhere it has been tried, yet Democrats continue allowing socialists to gain influence within their party and push their radical agenda on the American people. Today, every member of Congress had a choice: stand for the freedom and opportunity that built this country, or refuse to condemn an ideology responsible for oppression, starvation, and the deaths of millions. I will always stand for the American Dream and against socialism in every form.” — Congressman Gabe Evans Representative Crank’s resolution denounces socialism and the Democratic Socialists of America and rejects efforts to implement socialist policies in the United States. The resolution also highlights positions advocated by the DSA, including allowing noncitizens and incarcerated individuals to vote in American elections, abolishing law enforcement, the U.S. Senate, and the Supreme Court. The resolution reaffirms support for free, fair, and secure elections and the principle that American elections should be decided by American citizens. Background: This House Resolution resolves that Congress denounces Democrat Socialism in all its forms and opposes the implementation of socialist policies in the United States. Socialism has repeatedly led to famine, mass murders, and the killing of over 100 million people worldwide. Following the elections of democratic socialists nationwide, this resolution affirms that House Rep… | 1 | 2026-09-04T09:19:37Z | 2026-09-04T09:20:58Z |
| https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-and-gov-polis-call-immediate-cease-wild-horse-helicopter-roundups | Rep. Neguse and Gov. Polis Call for an Immediate Cease to Wild Horse Helicopter Roundups in Colorado | 2026-09-03 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Joe Neguse | N000191 | neguse.house.gov | neguse | https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Lafayette, CO — Today, Congressman Joe Neguse and Governor Jared Polis called on the Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to immediately halt wild horse helicopter roundups in Colorado. Their letter comes on the heels of public reports that in the month of August alone 800 wild horses were captured and hauled away from public lands in the northwestern part of the state. This is part of a costly federal plan to thin the state’s herds, with the next roundup in the region scheduled to begin as soon as September 10th, 2026. In their letter, Neguse and Polis labeled the use of helicopters in herd management inhumane and unnecessary. Six horses have died so far during the helicopter roundups in other parts of the state. BLM has been responsible for protecting and managing wild horse herds for decades, however, under the Trump administration there’s been a troubling uptick in the U.S. government’s sale of these animals. According to records reviewed by The New York Times, in 2025, sales of wild horses more than doubled and traders are using a legal loophole to increase profits when selling them for slaughter. They lawmakers echoed pleas from Coloradans across the state who are deeply concerned about the safety and well-being of these horses. The letter is co-signed by Representatives Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), Dianna DeGette (CO-01), and Jason Crow (CO-06). The full letter is available HERE and below: September 3, 2026 Secretary Burgum and Deputy Director Heinlein, We write with grave concern regarding recent wild horse helicopter roundups in Northwest Colorado and urge your agencies to implement an immediate freeze on upcoming roundups. Our wild horses provide significant benefit to the region and State of Colorado and should be treated with care. This month, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has captured around 800 wild horses in the Piceance-East Douglas Herd Management Area, six of which died during the roundups. Another roundup in the Sand Wash Basin Herd Management Area (HMA) is… | 1 | 2026-09-04T09:19:37Z | 2026-09-04T09:20:58Z |
| https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/new-report-co-families-have-spent-4000-more-on-goods-services-under-president-trump/ | New Report: CO Families Have Spent $4,000 More On Goods & Services Under President Trump | 2026-09-03 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | Senate | CO | John W. Hickenlooper | H000273 | www.hickenlooper.senate.gov | hickenlooper | https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/ | scraper | Hickenlooper: Colorado is facing a cost-of-living emergency WASHINGTON – As President Trump’s tariffs and unpopular war with Iran continue to crush Colorado families, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper highlighted the cost-of-living emergency that’s hurting the state. According to an August report by the Joint Economic Committee Minority, Colorado families have spent $4,000 more in goods and services under President Trump. Some of the key findings from the report include: Energy Costs: People across Colorado have spent over $1 billion more on gas since the beginning of the war. That means the average family in Colorado has spent $584 more on gas. Families in Colorado paid at least $80 more for electricity in 2025 under President Trump than they did in 2024. In the first half of 2026, Colorado families paid an estimated $66 more for electricity than they did in the first half of 2024. Housing Costs: Colorado families have had to spend $496 more on housing costs such as rent and mortgage payments since President Trump took office. Grocery Costs: Americans paid $310 more for groceries in President Trump’s first year than in 2024, and grocery prices are now more than 4 percent higher than when Trump took office. Healthcare: Monthly Affordable Care Act (ACA) premiums have risen over 50% on average in 2026 compared to last year while deductibles surged to record highs increasing by more than $1,000 on average. “As I travel across Colorado this month, we keep hearing the same thing: everyday essentials cost too much,” said Hickenlooper. “Colorado is facing a cost-of-living emergency made worse by President Trump’s illegal war, tariffs, and massive healthcare cuts. We’ve got to reverse these harmful policies and make life more affordable for working families.” Watch Hickenlooper discuss the cost-of-living emergency on X, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube While President Trump continues his war with Iran, Hickenlooper has been fighting to lower costs for Americans. Last month, he celebrated the committee passage of his … | 1 | 2026-09-04T09:19:37Z | 2026-09-04T09:20:58Z |
| https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-surveillance-every-corner-not-freedom | REP. BOEBERT: SURVEILLANCE ON EVERY CORNER IS NOT FREEDOM | 2026-09-01 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Lauren Boebert | B000825 | boebert.house.gov | boebert | https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (R-CO) today published an op-ed in The Daily Caller marking the approaching 25th anniversary of September 11 and warning that networks of fixed automatic license plate readers are turning American streets into zones of constant, warrantless monitoring. In the piece, titled “Surveillance On Every Corner Is Not Freedom,” Boebert writes as a Coloradan, mother, and grandmother that these systems continuously scan and log plates, times, locations, and travel patterns—often without clear statutory limits, democratic consent, or individualized suspicion. “Since September 11, 2001, Americans have been asked repeatedly to trade pieces of liberty for promises of security,” Boebert writes. “The justification was almost always the same: ‘If you’re innocent, you have nothing to worry about.’ That phrase has become the soft rationalization for hard erosions of privacy.” Rep. Boebert stands firmly with law enforcement and the men and women who wear the badge. She notes that targeted, warrant-based use of license plate data can help officers solve crimes and protect the public. What must be rejected is the quiet acceptance of fixed, always-on camera networks that treat every driver as a potential subject whose movements must be logged “just in case.” She cites the expansion of similar surveillance tools in Hong Kong during the 2019–2020 protests as a cautionary example and calls for action before such systems become fully entrenched in the United States. Boebert outlines concrete steps: restrict federal grant funding that can be used to buy these camera networks, require warrants, limit data retention, ban the commercial sale of the information, and educate the public.“ I stand with law enforcement. I stand with the Constitution,” she writes. “We can protect public safety without surrendering the right to live unmonitored lives. That balance is not only possible—it is essential if liberty is to mean anything for the next generation.” | 1 | 2026-09-02T09:19:58Z | 2026-09-02T09:20:51Z |
| https://crank.house.gov/media/press-releases/breaking-house-adopts-rep-cranks-resolution-condemn-socialism | BREAKING: House Adopts Rep. Crank's Resolution to Condemn Socialism | 2026-09-01 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | House | CO | Jeff Crank | C001137 | crank.house.gov | crank | https://crank.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Representative Jeff Crank's (CO-05) resolution to condemn socialism in all its forms and the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), passed the U.S. House of Representatives with a vote of 220-192. Socialism is one of the most destructive ideologies in world history, and the DSA have permeated elections across the country and have co-opted much of the Democratic party. While freedom-loving citizens across the country know that socialism is the first step to communism, and that every communist regime has brought only oppression, murder and starvation, the highest levels of Democrat leadership refuse to denounce DSA for fear of political retribution among their ranks. America is seeing a troubling rise in support for socialism. This resolution condemns socialism in all its forms, as well as highlights the un-American tenets that DSA aspires to, including allowing noncitizens and incarcerated criminals to vote in American elections. It also reaffirms support for free, fair, and secure elections and the principle that American elections should be decided by American citizens. "It is imperative as Members of Congress that we recommit ourselves to the Constitution and stand firm against this insidious push for socialism," said Rep. Crank. "The vast majority of Democrats voted against my resolution to condemn socialism in all its forms. 10-15 years ago, a resolution like this would've passed the House unanimously. The DSA is a threat to the American values that make our nation great. This evening's vote showed who stands for freedom, and others who stand with socialism." Background: The House previously acted to strengthen election integrity by passing the SAVE America Act, legislation designed to ensure that only eligible citizens participate in federal elections. Additionally, last year, the House passed a resolution condemning socialism as a failed ideology. Rep. Crank's resolution reinforces those efforts by rejecting socialist policies and calling for continued action to protect the … | 1 | 2026-09-02T09:19:58Z | 2026-09-02T09:20:51Z |
| https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-passage-continuing-resolution | DeGette Statement on the Passage of the Continuing Resolution | 2026-09-01 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | CO | Diana DeGette | D000197 | degette.house.gov | degette | https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Diana DeGette (CO-01) released the following statement after voting for the stopgap funding bill: “I supported the Senate’s stopgap funding bill that passed in the House today. Not only will it avert a harmful government shutdown, but it also delays a dangerous rule proposed by Office of Management and Budget (OMB) that allows politics to influence federal grantmaking. This proposal would be devastating for the integrity of American biomedical research, which must follow science above all other considerations. “Additionally, the funding bill blocks funds to further Trump’s cruel immigration agenda and restores funding to Planned Parenthood, an organization that provides necessary health care to patients in Colorado and across the country.” Background: On July 13th, Congresswoman Diana DeGette led a comment letter signed by all the Democratic members on the Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee urging OMB to withdraw the proposed rule. Read the July press release here. ### | 1 | 2026-09-02T09:19:58Z | 2026-09-02T09:20:51Z |
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