url,title,date,year,month,party,chamber,state,member_name,bioguide_id,domain,scraper,source,date_source,text,has_text,collected_at,updated_at https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lauren-boeberts-fish-recovery-bill-signed-law,"Rep. Lauren Boebert's ""Fish Recovery Bill"" Signed Into Law",2024-12-26,2024,2024-12,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — A negotiated version of Congresswoman Lauren Boebert's Upper Colorado and San Juan River Basins Endangered Fish Recovery Programs Reauthorization Act was signed into law this week. “Ensuring protection for four threatened and endangered species of fish in Colorado while also allowing thousands of water and power users to continue their operations without interruption is common sense,"" said Congresswoman Boebert. ""I am thrilled that we were able to provide long-term certainty for this important program and finally get this legislation signed into law."" Background: A negotiated version of Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s bill H.R. 4596, the Upper Colorado and San Juan River Basins Endangered Fish Recovery Programs Reauthorization Act, was signed into law as part of the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act. The language provides a seven-year reauthorization of the Upper Colorado and San Juan Recovery Programs that protect four threatened and endangered native fish species in the Upper Colorado and San Juan River Basins. The House of Representatives previously passed H.R. 4596 with unanimous bipartisan consent on 9/24/24. To read more click HERE. The House of Representatives also passed a negotiated version H.R. 4596 as part of the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act. To read more click HERE. The Upper Colorado and San Juan Recovery Programs were established in 1988 to achieve full recovery of four federally listed endangered fish species including the humpback chub, bonytail, Colorado pikeminnow, and razorback sucker. Those designations led to the threat of significant water and power-use restrictions. The recovery programs facilitate water delivery from the Navajo, Flaming Gorge, and Aspinall Unit reservoirs which collectively can store more than 6.5 million acre-feet of water as part of the Colorado River Storage Project. For over three decades, states, tribes, local communities, environmental groups, energy users, and water users, have partnered to help recover four threatened and endangered fish species while continuing water and power development and operations in the Upper Colorado River Basin and the San Juan River Basin. Non-federal partners contribute $11 million per year in water contributions, plus another $750,000 in staffing and in-kind contributions. Participating states contribute $500,000 to base funding each year in cash equivalents for recovery actions, including for fish hatcheries and non-native fish removal. The Fish and Wildlife Service contributes $1.56 million per year in base funding. The Bureau of Reclamation provides cost-shared contributions to both base and capital funding. Reclamation’s capital funding supports major infrastructure projects at reservoirs, diversion dams, canals, and floodplains across the basin. Without these programs, these 2,500 water and power users would have to perform extremely burdensome Section 7 consultations for all 2,500 individual projects. As a result of these programs, the humpback chub and the razorback sucker are success stories with the chub been downlisted from endangered to threatened and the razorback being recommended for downlisting. Rep. Boebert’s legislation is the result of months of hard work with local stakeholders, the Bureau of Reclamation, Senator Hickenlooper, and others to provide a long-term solution by reauthorizing these vital programs until 2031. Groups that supported Congresswoman Boebert’s Upper Colorado and San Juan River Basins Endangered Fish Recovery Programs Reauthorization Act include: Aurora Water, Central Utah Water Conservancy District, Clifton Water District, Colorado River District, Colorado River Energy Distributors Association, Colorado Springs Utilities, Colorado Water Congress, Delta County Commissioners, Denver Water, Dolores County Commissioners, Dolores Water Conservancy District, Grand Valley Water Users, Huerfano County Commissioners, LaPlata Water Conservation District, Mesa County Farm Bureau, Montezuma County, Municipal Subdistrict, Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District, Pueblo Water, Purgatoire River Water Conservancy District, Rio Blanco Board of Commissioners, Rio Blanco Water Conservancy District, Rio Grande Water Conservation District, San Juan Water Commission, Southern Ute Tribe, Southeastern Colorado Water Conservancy District, Southwestern Water Conservation District, Tri-County Water Conservancy District, Utah Waters Users Association, Ute Mountain Ute Tribe, and Ute Water Conservancy District. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:07:19Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/us-senate-passes-rep-lauren-boeberts-convey-act,U.S. Senate Passes Rep. Lauren Boebert's CONVEY Act,2024-12-20,2024,2024-12,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON D.C.-- Today, the U.S. Senate passed Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s “Clifton Opportunities Now for Vibrant Economic Yields Act,” also known as the CONVEY Act. The legislation directs the Bureau of Land Management to sell a parcel of land to Mesa County for economic development in Clifton, Colorado. Rep. Boebert’s CONVEY Act now heads to the White House to be signed into law. “My CONVEY Act will bring jobs to Mesa County and foster long-term economic growth on the West Slope by removing the bureaucratic red tape that has stalled this conveyance for more than six years. I thank Senator John Hickenlooper for his willingness to fight for this bill and its passage in the United States Senate and all of my colleagues in Congress for recognizing the importance of my legislation and voting in favor of it. I am also thankful for Minority Leader and former Mesa County Commissioner Rose Pugliese’s work on this issue over the years, and without her efforts, this bill likely wouldn’t exist. This was a longtime coming and I’m thrilled that this legislation will finally be signed into law,” said Congresswoman Boebert. “After years of work for Mesa County on this project, it is incredible to see the CONVEY Act now passed through both chambers of Congress. This investment will provide a necessary boost to the economy on the Western Slope and allow this land to be put to good use for rural Coloradans. I am deeply thankful to Congresswoman Boebert for her tireless work on this bill and to Senator Hickenlooper for ensuring the CONVEY Act passed the Senate,"" said Colorado House Republican Minority Leader and Former Mesa County Commissioner Rose Pugliese. “Passing this latest hurdle is another win for Mesa County and our economy, which will benefit greatly from the CONVEY Act,"" said Mesa County Commissioner Janet Rowland. ""Our community needs creative opportunities for job growth and the CONVEY Act does just that. Thank you to Congresswoman Lauren Boebert for continuing her work on this bill and standing up for rural Coloradans, as well as Senator Hickenlooper for taking the lead in the U.S. Senate."" “Acquiring this land for Mesa County will be a victory for our residents and the entire Western Slope,"" said Mesa County Commissioner Cody Davis. ""We are very excited to see the CONVEY Act get through the Senate and be signed into law soon. Our community is very appreciative of the work Congresswoman Boebert and Senator Hickenlooper have done on this legislation."" Background: For more than six years, Mesa County has been attempting to acquire a parcel, designated for disposal by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), at fair market value. Despite the BLM no longer wanting the land, the federal government had consistently created barriers to prevent Mesa County from purchasing it. The CONVEY Act instructs the Secretary of the Interior to transfer 31.1 acres, designated for disposal and deemed surplus by the federal government, to Mesa County, Colorado, for economic development in Clifton. The legislation mandates that the County compensate the federal government for the land at fair market value. Proceeds from the sale will be deposited into the Federal Land Disposal Account established by the Federal Land Transaction Facilitation Act, under the custody of the Colorado Bureau of Land Management for in-state use. Meanwhile, the Bureau of Reclamation will retain ownership of 8.25 acres from the initially withdrawn parcel for specific project purposes. The CONVEY Act was introduced on April 28, 2023. The House of Representatives passed the CONVEY Act on February 5, 2024. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:07:19Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lauren-boebert-statement-inclusion-fish-bill-ndaa,"Rep. Lauren Boebert Statement on Inclusion of ""Fish Bill"" in NDAA",2024-12-13,2024,2024-12,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) released the following statement after passage of a negotiated version of her Upper Colorado and San Juan River Basins Endangered Fish Recovery Programs Reauthorization Act through the House of Representatives this week: “I am thrilled that my fish recovery bill passed the House and will soon be signed into law. Ensuring protection for four threatened and endangered species of fish in Colorado while also allowing thousands of power and water users to continue their operations without interruption is common sense. This important legislation, which I was proud to work on with Senator John Hickenlooper, provides stability to these projects for the next seven years as they provide power to Coloradans and residents of states across the West. It is a reasonable solution that balances responsible protection of our rivers and the need to create affordable power for Americans and I am proud to know this legislation will be enacted soon for the betterment of Colorado."" Background: The House of Representatives voted to pass the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act, which included a negotiated version of Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s bill H.R. 4596, the Upper Colorado and San Juan River Basins Endangered Fish Recovery Programs Reauthorization Act. The language provides a seven-year reauthorization of the Upper Colorado and San Juan Recovery Programs that protect four threatened and endangered native fish species in the Upper Colorado and San Juan River Basins. The House of Representatives previously passed H.R. 4596 with unanimous bipartisan consent on 9/24/24. To read more click HERE. The Upper Colorado and San Juan Recovery Programs were established in 1988 to achieve full recovery of four federally listed endangered fish species including the humpback chub, bonytail, Colorado pikeminnow, and razorback sucker. Those designations led to the threat of significant water and power-use restrictions. The recovery programs facilitate water delivery from the Navajo, Flaming Gorge, and Aspinall Unit reservoirs which collectively can store more than 6.5 million acre-feet of water as part of the Colorado River Storage Project. For over three decades, states, tribes, local communities, environmental groups, energy users, and water users, have partnered to help recover four threatened and endangered fish species while continuing water and power facility development and operations in the Upper Colorado River Basin and the San Juan River Basin. Non-federal partners contribute $11 million per year in water contributions, plus another $750,000 in staffing and in-kind contributions. Participating states contribute $500,000 to base funding each year in cash equivalents for recovery actions, including for fish hatcheries and non-native fish removal. The Fish and Wildlife Service contributes $1.56 million per year in base funding. The Bureau of Reclamation provides cost-shared contributions to both base and capital funding. Reclamation’s capital funding supports major infrastructure projects at reservoirs, diversion dams, canals, and floodplains across the basin. Without these programs, these 2,500 water and power users would have to perform extremely burdensome Section 7 consultations for all 2,500 individual projects. Because of the success of these programs, the humpback chub and the razorback sucker are success stories with the chub been downlisted from endangered to threatened and the razorback being recommended for downlisting. Rep. Boebert’s legislation is the result of months of hard work with local stakeholders, the Bureau of Reclamation, Senators Hickenlooper, and others to provide a long-term solution by reauthorizing these vital programs until 2031.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T22:13:55Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lauren-boebert-votes-support-troops,Rep. Lauren Boebert Votes To Support The Troops,2024-12-13,2024,2024-12,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-03) released the following statement after voting to support funding for our troops and in favor of H.R. 5009, the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25 NDAA): “Ensuring our patriotic men and women in uniform have the resources they need to safely accomplish their missions is one of the foremost duties of Congress. This year’s NDAA that passed the House with my support fully funds our national defense, cuts more than $30 billion from inefficient programs, roots out wokeness, deters Chinese Communist Party aggression, supports Israel, and even cracks down on the Biden border invasion. Our servicemembers, who have been neglected by the Biden Regime for the past four years, are the best among us and inspire the best within us. I am certain under the incoming Trump Administration, we will ensure our military is stronger than ever,” said Congresswoman Boebert. Background: This week the House of Representatives passed H.R. 5009, the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25 NDAA) with a vote of 281-140. The FY25 NDAA included a negotiated version of Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s bill H.R. 4596, the Upper Colorado and San Juan River Basins Endangered Fish Recovery Programs Reauthorization Act. Read more HERE. Two of Congresswoman Boebert's amendments were also included in the final version of the FY25 NDAA passed by the House of Representatives this week: Division A, Title VIII, Subtitle E, Sec. 855: Prohibits the Department of Defense from contracting with entities that are engaged in boycotting Israel. Division A, Title V, Subtitle E, Sec. 547: Prohibits federal funding for a woke working group that unfairly targets patriots in our military. Additional Background courtesy of Majority Whip Tom Emmer The FY25 Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act: The final FY25 NDAA builds on the wins House Republicans secured last year to strengthen our military, deter our adversaries, and end Democrats’ efforts to inject wokeness into the military. It fully funds our national defense while rejecting the Senate’s effort to increase spending above previously agreed upon levels. The negotiated bill focuses resources on improving the lives of our servicemembers, and their families, who sacrifice so much to protect our nation. It takes important steps to address the security threats America faces from adversaries including China, Iran, and foreign terrorist organizations and revitalizes our defense industrial base. Critically, it refocuses our military on lethality, stopping the Biden-Harris Administration’s efforts to force their far-Left agenda on our nation’s warfighters. Fully funds our national defense while cutting costs and improving efficiency. Authorizes $895.2 billion for national defense discretionary programs, an increase of $9 billion or 1% over the FY24 enacted level, rejecting the Senate’s effort to increase spending by $28 billion over previously agreed to levels, and in line with Fiscal Responsibility Act. Saves taxpayers $31 billion, or 4%, of current DoD spending levels by cutting inefficient programs, obsolete weapons systems, and unnecessary Pentagon bureaucracy. Requires all DoD components to undertake an annual independent audit and reduces funds available to such components by 1.5% if it fails to undertake the audit. The FY24 NDAA (P.L. 118-311) banned critical race theory (CRT) in the military, gutted DEI at the Department of Defense (DoD), and included the Parents Bill of Rights to ensure military parents’ right to review curriculum, meet with teachers, and provide consent before any medical exams or screenings at school. The FY25 bill builds on those gains to end the radical woke ideology being forced on our servicemen and women and restores the focus of our military on lethality. Permanently bans DoD from funding transgender medical treatments for children. Prohibits funding for the teaching, training, or promotion of CRT in the military, including at service academies and DoD schools. Guts DEI bureaucracy by extending the DEI hiring freeze, prohibiting DoD from contracting with advertising firms like NewsGuard that blacklist conservative news sources, and banning funding for DoD’s politically biased Countering Extremism Working Group. Counters antisemitism by prohibiting the sale of goods at DoD commissaries and exchanges from any entities that have or are engaged in a boycott of Israel and preventing DoD from using or citing casualty data from Hamas and other terrorist organizations. Prevents a military Green New Deal by prohibiting DoD from requiring the use of zero emission vehicles for official travel and issuing new climate changes rules that give preference to weapon systems with lower climate impacts or hamper the defense industrial base. Protects the rights of servicemembers by requiring DoD to implement unanimous jury verdicts for courts-martial. Improves servicemember quality of life to address military recruitment, retention, and readiness. Authorizes a 14.5% pay raise for junior enlisted servicemembers and supports a 4.5% pay raise for all other servicemembers. Addresses chronic underfunding of housing maintenance to address poor conditions like sewage overflows, gas leaks, and mold. Ensures access to medical care, including mental health services and specialty providers. Increases access to childcare by authorizing $176 million for construction of new childcare centers. Supports military spouses by making it easier to find and maintain employment. Improves DoD schools by authorizing over $110 million to build new schools for children of servicemembers. Enhances career transition assistance, including ensuring the Transition Assistance Program includes a pathway to aid retiring members of the reserve components. Address the Biden-Harris’ Administration’s failure to reach annual recruiting goals by extending military recruitment bonuses, increasing funding and support for JROTC programs, and expediting the processing of medical records to get recruits into the service quicker. Deters Chinese Communist Party (CCP) aggression. Authorizes $15.6 billion, $5.7 billion more than requested in Biden’s budget, for the Pacific Deterrence Initiative to enhance U.S. deterrence and defense posture in the Indo-Pacific region and over $490 million in INDOPACOM Commander priorities left unfunded in the Biden budget. Increases funding for innovative new technologies needed to deter the CCP, including hypersonics and AI. Prevents Chinese espionage by prohibiting contracting with the subsidiaries of any Chinese civil-military companies to include any subsidiaries, the sharing of sensitive missile defense information with China, and Chinese nationals from being admitted to nuclear facilities. Bolsters Taiwan’s defense and supports our Indo-Pacific allies and partners. Increases oversight and accountability of the DoD. Ensures the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter meets performance requirements. Cracks down on contractor waste by cutting over $3.9 billion in weapons programs that have not met development milestones or are experiencing excessive cost growth. Enhances congressional oversight of DoD programs. Improves military readiness, strengthens our industrial base, and supports the deployment of innovative and new technologies to ensure our warfighters are prepared for whatever lies ahead. Blocks the Biden-Harris Administration’s plan to reduce the number of U.S. Special Forces and request to divest certain aircraft. Increases funding to develop and procure counter drone systems. Supports investments in shipyard infrastructure and industrial base. Provides unprecedented levels of support for, our ally, Israel, and the resources necessary to counter our adversaries. Declares that it is the policy of the United States to ensure Israel has adequate stocks of air defense interceptors to defend itself against Iran and its proxies, including Hamas, Hezbollah, the Houthis, and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad. Authorizes full funding for joint U.S.-Israel cooperative missile defense programs (Iron Dome, Arrow, David’s Sling). Reverses the Biden-Harris Administration’s decision to cease production of the Standard Missile 3 Block IB interceptor for the Navy’s Aegis missile defense system, which has played a key role in defending Israel from Iranian ballistic missile attacks. Extends the prohibition on closing Guantanamo Bay and moving terrorists to prisons in the U.S. Strengthens our nuclear posture, improves missile defense, and accelerates delivery of space capabilities to deter the rapidly expanding Chinese and Russian nuclear arsenals and space capabilities. Fully funds modernization of the nuclear triad and invests in nuclear sea-launched cruise missiles. Continues support for investments in innovative commercial space solutions that would increase our capacity and resilience in space. Continues DoD support of law enforcement operations along our southwest and maritime borders. Fully supports deployment of National Guard troops to augment Border Patrol activities at the southwest border. Authorizes $90 million for construction of a new Joint Inter-Agency Task Force South (JIATF-S) Command and Control Facility to detect and interdict illegal migrants and narcotics. Increases funding by $10 million for DoD counternarcotics activities. Expands DoD’s authority to assist law enforcement in the interdiction of narcotics traffickers. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T22:13:55Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-rep-lauren-boeberts-bipartisan-zip-code-bill,House Passes Rep. Lauren Boebert's Bipartisan Zip Code Bill,2024-12-11,2024,2024-12,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON D.C.-- U.S. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) successfully passed her bipartisan Zip Code bill, H.R. 8753, unanimously through the U.S. House of Representatives today. This bipartisan bill, which now heads to the U.S. Senate, benefits communities throughout the country by requiring the Postal Service to formally designate unique zip codes within their system for 51 specific cities and towns including the Colorado communities of Silver Cliff, Lone Tree, Castle Pines, Centennial, Severance, Greenwood Village, and Superior. “After years of small cities and towns across America being ignored, I am very grateful and proud to have passed the bipartisan H.R. 8753 unanimously through the House to help 51 communities receive a unique zip code,” said Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03). “Residents in these communities will see clear benefits through a unique zip code for their town, from more of their tax revenue staying and benefitting their communities to improving the response times of first responders, which could save lives and reduce crime. We haven’t had an updated zip code bill pass through Congress in almost two decades. When small towns and communities in Colorado come to me, I listen, I take action, and I get things done for Coloradans and Americans. I urge the U.S. Senate to take up H.R. 8753 expeditiously and get this bipartisan bill that unanimously passed the House signed into law.” ""As Mayor of Castle Pines, I've seen firsthand how the lack of a unique ZIP code impacts our residents' daily lives - from emergency response delays to sales tax revenue misallocations to basic mail delivery challenges,"" said Castle Pines Mayor Tracy Engerman. ""While Castle Pines supports any legislative effort to address ZIP code reform, we recognize this is a national issue affecting cities across America. We appreciate Congresswoman Boebert's Colorado focus and national attention to this matter and look forward to continuing our work with both her and our broader national coalition partners to ensure all growing communities receive the unique ZIP codes they need to properly serve their residents."" “With the passage of Congresswoman Boebert’s Zip Code bill through the House, our town is one step closer to receiving a unique zip code that will help our residents build for the future,” said Severance Mayor Matt Fries. “From funding infrastructure projects to making sure our first responders get to the right address to keep our residents safe, a unique zip code will benefit everyone. We are very appreciative of Congresswoman Boebert’s work on this effort and we are hopeful the U.S. Senate will pass H.R. 8753 in the coming days.” “A unique zip code will be a major factor for Castle Pines receiving the taxes paid by our residents and making sure we are able to build out the infrastructure needed to meet our community’s demands,” said Castle Pines Councilwoman Deborah Mulvey. “We are very appreciative of Congresswoman Boebert taking the time to listen to the needs of small cities and towns across Colorado and follow through with a solution that benefits the people of Castle Pines.” “The City of Lone Tree continues to strongly support the proposed ZIP Code bill for the communities of Colorado,” said Lone Tree Mayor Marissa Harmon. “This essential federal legislation will enable Lone Tree and our neighboring cities to more effectively service our residents and businesses, streamline our services, and enhance the unique identity of our community.” Silver Cliff Mayor Buck Wenzel stated, “This bill would restore the Town of Silver Cliff’s rightful identity and will guarantee that sales tax is properly distributed and received by our town and not by others. Silver Cliff’s Zip Code was arbitrarily and capriciously removed from use in 1991 and our town was forced to use another town's Zip Code. As such, the identity of our town was stolen and to date we have suffered hundreds of thousands of dollars in lost sales taxes from online, out of county, and out of state sales. The citizens of Silver Cliff deserve for their taxes to be spent on the roads and other necessities that they use on a daily basis.” Centennial Mayor Stephanie Piko stated, “Establishing a single zip code for communities would enhance their community identities and address challenges such as emergency management, public safety, business attraction and retention, insurance coverage, and mail delivery, which are beyond the communities' control."" Background: Congresswoman Lauren Boebert introduced H.R. 8753, to direct the United States Postal Service to designate single, unique ZIP Codes for certain communities. Read the full text of the bill HERE. The Zip Code system was instituted in America in the 1960s. The Postal Service utilizes the zip code system to deliver mail, but it is also heavily used and relied on by economic developers, insurers and emergency personnel amongst others. Communities that do not have a unique Zip Code often experience associated problems that include: loss of economic development, loss of sales tax, unjustifiably high insurance rates, tax remittance and commercial licensing issues, diminished public safety and reduced emergency response times, identity issues, and efficiency issues. For example, first responders often go to the wrong streets and people needing help experience delays due to Zip Code issues that would be addressed by this legislation. Small towns and cities can petition the Postal Service for a new Zip Code but it is rarely approved and if it is denied they cannot appeal this decision for up to 10 years. Congress has intervened on these matters and last passed a law enacting four new Zip Codes through the Post Accountability and Enhancement Act of 2006. The 51 known communities throughout America experiencing Zip Code problems that would benefit from Congresswoman Boebert's legislation include: (1) Eastvale, California. (2) North Tustin, California. (3) Castle Pines, Colorado. (4) Centennial, Colorado. (5) Cherry Hills, Colorado. (6) Greenwood Village, Colorado. (7) Highlands Ranch, Colorado. (8) Lone Tree, Colorado. (9) Severance, Colorado. (10) Silver Cliff, Colorado. (11) Sterling Ranch, Colorado. (12) Superior, Colorado. (13) Scotland, Connecticut. (13) Coconut Creek, Florida. (14) Deerfield Beach, Florida. (15) Lighthouse Point, Florida. (16) Parkland, Florida. (17) Wilton Manors, Florida. (18) Estero, Florida. (19) Ft. Myers, Florida. (20) Hollywood, Florida. (21) Miami Lakes, Florida. (22) Ocoee, Florida. (23) Oakland Park, Florida. (25) Burr Ridge, Illinois. (26) Urbandale, Iowa. (27) Carmel, Indiana. (28) Noblesville, Indiana. (29) Westfield, Indiana. (30) Zionsville, Indiana. (31) Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (32) Montz, Louisiana. (33) Grass Valley, Nevada. (34) Swanzey, New Hampshire. (35) Kinnelon, New Jersey. (36) Flanders, New York. (37) Glendale, New York. (38) Pendleton, New York. (39) Riverside, New York. (40) Northampton, New York. (41) Goose Creek, South Carolina. (42) Fairview, Texas. (43) Murphy, Texas. (44) Sargent, Texas. (45) Fairlawn, Virginia. (46) Caledonia, Wisconsin. (47) Franklin, Wisconsin. (48) Greenfield, Wisconsin. (49) Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin. (50) Somers, Wisconsin. (51) Mills, Wyoming. Current cosponsors of Congresswoman Boebert’s H.R. 8753 include: Rep. Byron Donalds (FL-19), Rep. Morgan Griffith (VA-09), Rep. Young Kim (CA-40), Rep. Nick LaLota (NY-01), Rep. Troy Nehls (TX-22), Rep. Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), Rep. Jared Moskowitz (FL-23), Rep. Nick Langworthy (NY-23), Rep. Bryan Steil (WI-01), Rep. Joe Courtney (CT-02), Rep. Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), and Rep. Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11).",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T22:13:55Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lauren-boebert-demands-answers-biden-harris-administration-transportation,Rep. Lauren Boebert Demands Answers from Biden-Harris Administration on Transportation of Illegal Aliens Following Viral Video,2024-10-24,2024,2024-10,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — This week, U.S. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) sent a demand for information to Acting Director Patrick J. Lechleitner of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and Administrator David Pekoske of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regarding the careless transportation of illegal aliens throughout the United States of America. A video has recently surfaced at the El Paso Airport in which a TSA agent states that illegal aliens have a “different process on a need-to-know basis”. As a member of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform, Congresswoman Boebert has sent a demand for information to ICE, DHS, and TSA following the unacceptable and inexcusable response from the TSA agent. The full demand for information from Congresswoman Boebert can be found HERE. Additionally, an exclusive article from The Blaze on the congresswoman’s letter can also be found HERE. LETTER TO SECRETARY MAYORKAS, ADMINISTRATOR PEKOSKE, AND DIRECTOR LECHLEITNER: Dear Secretary Mayorkas, Administrator Pekoske, and Director Lechleitner, I write to express my concern for the safety and security of Americans as we enter the busiest travel season of the year. With the upcoming holiday season approaching, many Americans look forward to traveling across the country to see their family and friends. As an influx of illegal aliens continues to infiltrate our border, the safety and security of American citizens is put at an all-time risk. A video has recently surfaced at the El Paso Airport in which a TSA agent states that illegal aliens have a “different process on a need-to-know basis”. The response from this agent is unacceptable and inexcusable. This is especially concerning because the Biden-Harris regime is carelessly permitting migrants to use their Border Patrol arrest paperwork or even the CBP One app as identification. Meanwhile, American citizens in my district have been told they do not have the right to refuse their picture being taken at the TSA checkpoint because it is an “improved safety and security measurement”. At a bare minimum, the rules that apply to American citizens should also apply to illegal immigrants, particularly regarding identification. According to ICE, there are currently 13,099 illegal aliens convicted of homicide, 15,811 illegal aliens convicted of sexual assault, and a total of 425, 431 total non-detained, noncitizen convicted criminals roaming freely across the United States. This does not include the 2 million gotaways, the 1.7 million with final removal orders, or the 7 million on the non-detained docket. These illegals pose a direct threat to the safety and security of Americans. Instead of securing our border and nation, these illegals are further infiltrating our nation as they are unlawfully flown around across the United States with federal funding. As such, I demand answers to the following questions: What is the current process is for letting dangerous, undocumented illegal aliens through our airports to fly across the nation? Why are illegal aliens often provided with TSA agents to assist them to their gates? Are illegal aliens flying with tickets purchased with taxpayer dollars? If not, who is paying for these tickets? I have also seen ticketed passengers be removed from a flight against their will to fulfill seating illegal aliens who are traveling. Is this the standard practice? Do illegal aliens have priority on flights over American citizens who have purchased their tickets? Multiple TSA agents have personally informed me that the photo taken at the checkpoint is immediately deleted. What is the purpose of the photo and how can an immediately deleted photo assist in permitting, illegals through the TSA checkpoint? The lack of leadership and inability to secure our borders shows that the current administration has continuously put illegal aliens first, and Americans last. I ask that you work within your organizations to assure Americans that their safety and security are your administration’s main priority, and I look forward to your prompt response to these important questions. Sincerely, Lauren Boebert Member of Congress ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:57:20Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lauren-boebert-condemns-western-land-grab-biden-harris-administration,Rep. Lauren Boebert Condemns Western Land Grab from Biden-Harris Administration,2024-10-22,2024,2024-10,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03), House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (AR-04), and Western Slope Oil & Gas Association Executive Director Chelsie Miera released the following statements opposing the latest Colorado-Utah land grab by the Biden-Harris Administration's Bureau of Land Management (BLM). “Once again, the Biden-Harris Administration and the radical progressives in charge of BLM are attempting to lock up our public lands from critical uses like oil & gas exploration. Instead of putting Coloradans first, they're continuing to bend the knee to Green New Deal worshippers who want to destroy Colorado's oil & gas industry and the tens of thousands of good-paying jobs that support families across the state. Our children will lose out on millions of dollars for education from this tyrannical seizure of our land and there is nothing balanced about it. Obama, Biden and Harris have tried to use the Gunnison Sage-Grouse's ugly, non-endangered cousin, the Greater Sage-Grouse, to lock up more than 183 million acres in the West. This new land grab attempt doubles down to lock up tens of millions of acres more of surface and subsurface mineral rights. There was no consideration by this regime of what is actually best for all Coloradans. I will fight this newest land grab just like I've done for every ridiculous attempt from the Biden-Harris Administration and BLM to damage our economy.” said Congresswoman Boebert. “This is just the latest attempt from BLM to prioritize environmental activists over the economic needs of local communities,” said House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (AR-04). “By limiting the ability of domestic energy producers to use our public lands, the Biden-Harris Administration will continue to drive up energy costs for hard working American families. House Republicans will work to stop this nonsensical war on American energy and will make sure Americans know that we cannot trust this Administration when it comes to supporting American jobs and reducing energy costs.” ""In a state with the most stringent regulations on oil and gas development for our private, state, and federal lands, it is frustrating for our oil & gas employees to watch the Biden-Harris Administration continue to make production of our clean, reliable and affordable natural gas nearly impossible in Colorado,"" said Chelsie Miera, Executive Director of Western Slope Oil & Gas Association. ""We are grateful to Congresswoman Boebert for her continued advocacy in support of the thousands of families who work in our oil & gas industry and Coloradans who depend on our energy production."" Background: This week, the Biden-Harris Administration unleashed another massive land grab in Colorado and Utah when the agency released Records of Decision for the Big Game Resource Management Plan (RMP) Amendment, the Gunnison Sage-Grouse Resource Management Plan Amendment, and plans for the Grand Junction and Colorado River Valley Field Offices. Establishing a one-mile buffer completely around this Gunnison Sage-Grouse’s habitat and drastically reducing surface disturbances in the bird’s habitat is ridiculous and unnecessary. The BLM’s record of decision for oil and gas management that amends resource management plans in Colorado significantly changes the management plans and could hinder responsible energy production on six million surface acres managed by BLM and 16 million acres of BLM-managed sub-surface mineral estate and closes off low and medium potential oil and gas areas. In this land grab, BLM also amended 11 Resource Management Plans in Colorado and Utah to lock up land for Gunnison sage-grouse habitat on more than two million acres of BLM-managed public land and nearly three million acres of public subsurface mineral estate. Changes to the Colorado River Valley and Grand Junction Field Office RMPs also close off low and medium potential oil and gas areas. These bureaucratic seizures also designate new wilderness areas that contribute to catastrophic wildfires as they prevent active forest management and mechanical thinning. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:57:20Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lauren-boebert-introduces-legislation-promote-private-sector-competition,Rep. Lauren Boebert Introduces Legislation to Promote Private Sector Competition in Microtransit Services,2024-09-26,2024,2024-09,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) released the following statement after introduction of H.R. 9756, legislation that ensures private sector competition in microtransit services: The “Private Sector Competition in Microtransit Act” would require any state or local government that receives federal funds to operate microtransit services enter into a contract with a private entity for the operation of such services. “Microtransit is a critical service, especially for our elderly and disabled citizens who often face barriers to accessing traditional public transportation. These small-scale, on-demand services provide a vital lifeline to individuals who need to get to medical appointments, grocery stores, or simply visit loved ones. Unfortunately, government-run microtransit services are putting private-sector businesses at a disadvantage, often driving them out of the market. This results in higher costs for taxpayers—2 to 3 times more than what the private sector can offer—and less innovation and efficiency. My legislation will level the playing field by encouraging private-sector participation and reducing government interference. This will not only lead to better services for those who depend on microtransit, but it will also ensure that our taxpayers' dollars are used more effectively,” said Congresswoman Boebert. ""We are grateful for Rep. Lauren Boebert’s introduction of H.R. 9756, which creates opportunities for private sector small businesses through microtransit initiatives. Promoting microtransit will empower local small businesses to thrive, improve transportation access, and strengthen our economy. This legislation makes sense for local communities in Douglas County and across Colorado, and we look forward to working on its passage with Congresswoman Boebert.” –Joint Statement by Douglas County Commissioners Abe Laydon, George Teal, and Lora Thomas “I have been deeply encouraged by Representative Boebert’s willingness to take meaningful action on issues of importance to Douglas County,” said Douglas County Commissioner Abe Laydon. ""Rep. Boebert’s understanding of our industry’s challenges is evident in this important legislation. Small businesses, especially in the transportation sector, were devastated by the COVID-19 lockdowns, where they lost 90% of their business. Many were forced to dip into their retirement savings just to stay afloat. The biggest competitors to small businesses should not be the federal government. This bill ensures that the private sector continues to thrive and provide these essential services,” said Bill Yuhnke, President of The Transportation Alliance, in a press release. Full text of Rep. Boebert’s Private Sector Competition in Microtransit Act of 2024 can be found HERE. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lauren-boebert-receives-rating-firearm-industry-trade-association-nssf,Rep. Lauren Boebert Receives A+ Rating from the Firearm Industry Trade Association (NSSF),2024-09-26,2024,2024-09,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"“I will never waiver in my support of the Second Amendment. As long as there are radical Leftists who continue to threaten our God-given right to bear arms, I will always stand in the breach ready to defend our Constitutional rights. Thank you to the NSSF for the A+ rating and Dean’s List recognition for being a champion of the Second Amendment, sportsmen, and gun owners across America,” said Congresswoman Boebert. “The 2024 NSSF Congressional Report Card is a comprehensive analysis of our elected representatives’ positions on firearm and ammunition industry priorities in the 118th Congress. The Report Card’s grades are based on key votes, co-sponsorships, committee activity, floor speeches, and other official actions by Senators and Members of the U.S. House of Representatives. Members of our industry are grateful to have so many strong allies in the Halls of Congress,” said Lawrence G. Keane, NSSF Senior Vice President for Government & Public Affairs and General Counsel. “NSSF is proud to especially recognize Representative Boebert as a member of the new NSSF Congressional Dean’s List for her exemplary leadership in supporting the firearm and ammunition industry and the nearly 400,000 hardworking Americans employed in the industry. Making the Dean’s List is special recognition that Rep. Boebert has gone above and beyond to protect and preserve the Second Amendment rights of her constituents and the industry that makes the exercise of those rights possible. We applaud Rep. Boebert for her exemplary level of support.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/four-rep-lauren-boeberts-amendments-fix-our-forests-act-included-final-house,Four of Rep. Lauren Boebert’s Amendments to the ‘Fix Our Forests Act’ Included in Final House Passage,2024-09-25,2024,2024-09,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) released the following statement after four of her active management amendments passed and were included in H.R. 8790, the “Fix Our Forests Act,” which passed the House of Representatives on a bipartisan vote of 268-151. “America needs to do more to actively manage our forests and prevent catastrophic wildfires that are devastating our communities. Federal agencies have to stop spending billions of dollars on the backend putting out fires and shift to a comprehensive, proactive approach. The Fix Our Forests Act and my four amendments do exactly that and are the type of solutions needed in the West and Colorado. I thank House Natural Resources Committee Chairman Bruce Westerman for his support on all four of my amendments, and I urge the Senate to take up his critical legislation,” said Congresswoman Boebert. Background, courtesy of the House Natural Resources Committee: The Fix Our Forests Act is a historic and comprehensive package that will encourage active forest management and support community resiliency to wildfires by expediting environmental analyses, reducing frivolous lawsuits and increasing the pace and scale of forest restoration projects. The bill will: Simplify and expedite environmental reviews for forest management projects Promote federal, state, tribal and local collaboration Deter frivolous litigation that delays essential projects Create a framework for prioritizing treatments in the forests at highest risk of wildfire Encourage adoption of state-of-the-art science and data for federal land managers Encourage active management to improve the safety of powerlines and other infrastructure Strengthen tools like Good Neighbor Authority and Stewardship Contracting Information on Rep. Boebert’s included amendments: Boebert Amendment #12: Clarifies existing authorities may be utilized to prevent wildfires in Fire Regimes IV and V Amendment 12 makes an important clarification that expands the acres of at-risk forests that would be eligible for streamlined management authorities. Under current law, regimes 4 and 5 are subject to extensive “National Environmental Policy Act” (NEPA) requirements for active management. A fire regime map by county can be found HERE. This amendment is critical to fire mitigation efforts across the states of Colorado, Wyoming, New Mexico, Arizona, California, Utah, Nevada, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin, New York, Maine, West Virginia, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Missouri, Louisiana, Mississippi, Indiana, Ohio, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Virginia, North Carolina, Iowa, Florida, and Texas Boebert Amendment #13: Ensures grazing is one of the hazardous fuel reduction activities authorized by the bill Fuels treatments are effective, and federal agencies have made clear that “over 90 percent of the fuel treatments are effective in changing fire behavior and/or helping with control of the wildfire.” Grazing animals play an important part in maintaining healthy ecosystems by controlling the ecological balance of vegetative species, reducing fire fuels that result from the accumulation of non-native plant biomass, and improving soil health by trampling plant residue and their own waste into the soil profile. Cattle, sheep, and goats can play a regenerative wildfire mitigation role that also provides for our food and fiber needs. Boebert Amendment #14: Requires regional foresters to submit a plan through the Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration Program for the treatment and removal of trees killed by or infested with bark beetles in Western states The Bark Beetle epidemic has caused significant damage to roughly 100,000 square miles of forest in the western United States alone. Along the West Coast and through the Rocky Mountains, bark beetles have affected tens of millions of acres of forest. While bark beetles are native to U.S. forests and play important ecological roles, they can cause extensive tree mortality and negative economic and social impacts. Spruce beetles have killed millions of trees on more than 1.8 million acres in Colorado since 2000 and provided increased fuels for wildfires. In Colorado, 2021 was one of the worst wildfire seasons our state has ever endured with the three largest fires in state history. Bark beetle epidemics and catastrophic wildfires are a significant threat. This can be minimized by thinning overgrown forests and removing hazardous fuels produced by beetle overpopulation. Boebert Amendment #15: Requires regional foresters to submit a plan for the sale of Christmas trees and firewood on federal lands Under current law, American families can purchase a permit from the forest service to cut Christmas trees from their favorite national forest as well as harvest any firewood, transplants, post and poles, and other forest products to improve forest health. We have seen successful Christmas tree and firewood harvesting operations in the state of Colorado, and this program has served as a locally based solution to help thin our overgrown forests. According to the Forest Service, “The permit system helps to thin densely populated stands of small-diameter trees. Local forest health experts identify areas that benefit from thinning trees and tend to be the perfect size for Christmas trees. Removing these trees in designated areas helps other trees grow larger and can open areas that provide food for wildlife.” For more information on the Fix Our Forests Act, click HERE. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boeberts-legislation-protect-native-fish-species-and-responsible-water,Rep. Boebert’s Legislation to Protect Native Fish Species and Responsible Water & Power Users Passes in the House of Representatives,2024-09-25,2024,2024-09,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) applauded final passage of her legislation H.R. 4596, the “Upper Colorado and San Juan River Basins Endangered Fish Recovery Programs Reauthorization Act:” “Passage of my bill to reauthorize the Upper Colorado and San Juan River Basin Recovery Programs is a major win for Colorado and the West. These important programs, which will be extended for an additional seven fiscal years, will ensure that 2,500 water and power projects continue, and provide legal certainty for water and power users throughout Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming. With strong bicameral, bipartisan momentum and significant stakeholder support, I'm confident this bill will become law and this important program will be reauthorized,” said Congresswoman Boebert. “Congresswoman Boebert is true fighter for Colorado’s rich biodiversity, and her bill to reauthorize the endangered fish recovery programs in the San Juan and Upper Colorado River Basins will ensure these species are healthy for future generations to enjoy. I’m so glad to see this commonsense, science-based legislation pass the House today, and look forward to seeing it signed into law,” said House Natural Resources Committee Chairman Bruce Westerman Background: The House of Representatives passed with h unanimous bipartisan consent Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s bill, H.R. 4596, the Upper Colorado and San Juan River Basins Endangered Fish Recovery Programs Reauthorization Act. Congresswoman Boebert’s bicameral bill, which passed with overwhelming bipartisan support, provides a clean, seven-year reauthorization of the Upper Colorado and San Juan Recovery Programs that protect four threatened and endangered native fish species in the Upper Colorado and San Juan River Basins by extending conservation programs at current funding levels for seven additional fiscal years. The Upper Colorado and San Juan Recovery Programs were established in 1988 to achieve full recovery of four federally listed endangered fish species including the humpback chub, bonytail, Colorado pikeminnow, and razorback sucker. Those designations led to the threat of significant water and power-use restrictions. The recovery programs facilitate water delivery from the Navajo, Flaming Gorge, and Aspinall Unit reservoirs which collectively can store more than 6.5 million acre-feet of water as part of the Colorado River Storage Project. For over three decades, states, tribes, local communities, environmental groups, energy users, and water users, have partnered to help recover four threatened and endangered fish species while continuing water and power facility development and operations in the Upper Colorado River Basin and the San Juan River Basin. Non-federal partners contribute $11 million per year in water contributions, plus another $750,000 in staffing and in-kind contributions. Participating states contribute $500,000 to base funding each year in cash equivalents for recovery actions, including for fish hatcheries and non-native fish removal. The Fish and Wildlife Service contributes $1.56 million per year in base funding. The Bureau of Reclamation provides cost-shared contributions to both base and capital funding. Reclamation’s capital funding supports major infrastructure projects at reservoirs, diversion dams, canals, and floodplains across the basin. Without these programs, these 2,500 water and power users would have to perform extremely burdensome Section 7 consultations for all 2,500 individual projects. Because of the success of these programs, the humpback chub and the razorback sucker are success stories with the chub been downlisted from endangered to threatened and the razorback being recommended for downlisting. Rep. Boebert’s bill is the result of months of hard work with local stakeholders, the Bureau of Reclamation, Senator Hickenlooper, and others to provide a long-term solution by reauthorizing these vital programs until 2031. Groups supporting Congresswoman Boebert’s Upper Colorado and San Juan River Basins Endangered Fish Recovery Programs Reauthorization Act include: Aurora Water, Central Utah Water Conservancy District, Clifton Water District, Colorado River District, Colorado River Energy Distributors Association, Colorado Springs Utilities, Colorado Water Congress, Delta County Commissioners, Denver Water, Dolores County Commissioners, Dolores Water Conservancy District, Grand Valley Water Users, Huerfano County Commissioners, LaPlata Water Conservation District, Mesa County Farm Bureau, Montezuma County, Municipal Subdistrict, Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District, Pueblo Water, Purgatoire River Water Conservancy District, Rio Blanco Board of Commissioners, Rio Blanco Water Conservancy District, Rio Grande Water Conservation District, San Juan Water Commission, Southern Ute Tribe, Southeastern Colorado Water Conservancy District, Southwestern Water Conservation District, Tri-County Water Conservancy District, Utah Waters Users Association, Ute Mountain Ute Tribe, and Ute Water Conservancy District. Co-sponsors of Congresswoman Boebert’s bill include Rep. John Duarte (CA-13), Rep. Paul Gosar (AZ-09), Rep. Doug LaMalfa (CA-01), Rep. Doug Lamborn (CO-05), Rep. Harriet Hageman (WY-AL), Rep. Troy Nehls (TX-22), and Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04). Full text of Rep. Boebert’s Upper Colorado and San Juan River Basins Endangered Fish Recovery Programs Reauthorization Act can be found HERE. Full replay of Rep. Boebert's remarks on the House floor can be found HERE. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lauren-boebert-introduces-legislation-curb-human-trafficking,Rep. Lauren Boebert Introduces Legislation to Curb Human Trafficking,2024-09-24,2024,2024-09,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — This week, U.S. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) introduced a new bill in the U.S. House of Representatives aimed at curbing human trafficking. H.R. 9755, the “Human Trafficking Fingerprint Background Check Protection Act of 2024”, would require owners and employees of massage wellness spas to undergo fingerprint-based background checks to mitigate the risk of human trafficking and enhance public safety. “Massage wellness spas have been identified by law enforcement as one of the primary locations for criminals engaged in human trafficking. My legislation will require all owners and employees of these establishments to undergo fingerprint-based background checks. This simple but effective measure will help close off one of the primary avenues used by traffickers to exploit children and other vulnerable individuals. By implementing this safeguard, we can take a stand to protect families and ensure these businesses aren’t operating as shady fronts for criminal enterprises,” said Congresswoman Boebert. ""As commissioners of Douglas County, we wholeheartedly support Rep. Lauren Boebert’s introduction of critical legislation that targets human trafficking. This effort is vital to the well-being and future of our community. Human trafficking is an issue that touches every corner of the nation, and this legislation provides important tools to combat it, ensuring the safety of our citizens. H.R. 9755 reflects a deep commitment to the people of Douglas County, Colorado, and communities across the nation.” –Joint Statement by Douglas County Commissioners Abe Laydon, George Teal, and Lora Thomas. “I have been deeply encouraged by Representative Boebert’s willingness to take meaningful action on issues of importance to Douglas County,” said Douglas County Commissioner Abe Laydon. Full text of Rep. Boebert’s Human Trafficking Fingerprint Background Check Protection Act of 2024 can be found HERE. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lauren-boebert-votes-end-bailouts-sanctuary-cities,Rep. Lauren Boebert Votes to End Bailouts for Sanctuary Cities,2024-09-20,2024,2024-09,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) released the following statement after voting in favor of the “No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act.” The House of Representatives passed this legislation by a vote of 219-186, with 12 Democrats voting to advance the bill. “Kamala Harris's reign as Border Czar has been one of the most detrimental decisions for our national security in American history. Colorado's sanctuary policies for illegals encourage the surge from the Southern Border to our communities, like Aurora. That’s why I’m proud to have voted in favor of Congressman LaLota’s ‘No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act’ today. His legislation will prohibit federal funds from being used to bail out sanctuary cities. We need to disincentivize illegal immigration, and this bill is a great step in the right direction,” said Congresswoman Boebert. Background, courtesy of the House Majority Whip’s office: This legislation holds sanctuary cities accountable for exacerbating the Biden-Harris Border Crisis and flouting federal immigration law by prohibiting the use of taxpayer dollars to fund housing, healthcare, and other benefits for illegal immigrants in such municipalities. Despite the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act explicitly prohibiting any restriction on communication between state or local entities and federal immigration authorities relating to an individual’s immigration status, many Democrat-led jurisdictions like New York and California refuse to cooperate and enforce federal immigration law. Sanctuary policies incentivize illegal immigration, which has already hit historic levels thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration’s open borders policies, by promising free taxpayer-funded benefits. Woke mayors and governors are prioritizing illegal immigrants at the expense of residents, who are facing overburdened schools, hospitals, and other social services. They are also endangering the safety of both community members and the law enforcement officers who protect them by permitting criminal aliens to roam freely. American taxpayers should not foot the bill for Democrat’s radical immigration policies. H.R. 5717 will ensure American families don’t bear this burden by prohibiting sanctuary cities from receiving federal funding intended to be used for the benefit of illegal immigrants, including for the provision of food, shelter, healthcare services, legal services, and transportation. Full text of the No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act can be found HERE. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boeberts-colorado-energy-prosperity-act-passes-resources-committee,Rep. Boebert’s “Colorado Energy Prosperity Act” Passes Resources Committee with Bipartisan Support,2024-09-19,2024,2024-09,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) released the following statement after bipartisan passage of her legislation, H.R. 6547, the Colorado Energy Prosperity Act of 2024, in the House Natural Resources Committee: “Joe Biden and Kamala Harris continue to pander to radical Green New Deal extremists to try and eliminate fossil fuels at the expense of Colorado communities. If implemented, this Biden-Harris land grab will kill thousands of Colorado jobs, significantly reduce revenues for education, could increase gas prices for families and small businesses, and further undermines American energy independence. My legislation that passed the Natural Resources Committee blocks this bureaucratic land grab. Its far past time that we stopped begging foreign dictators to produce oil and gas for America. Instead, let’s responsibly develop American energy and stop pandering to national extremist environmental groups that don’t care about our local communities,” said Congresswoman Boebert. “Congresswoman Boebert is a staunch advocate for America’s energy and mineral production and a champion of Colorado’s energy producers. Her Colorado Energy Prosperity Act plays an essential role in fighting back against the Biden-Harris administration’s egregious bureaucratic overreaches, and I know she will continue working to unleash America’s domestic energy resources,” said House Natural Resources Committee Chairman Bruce Westerman. Background Congresswoman Boebert’s Colorado Energy Prosperity Act of 2024 prohibits the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) from taking any action to finalize, implement, or enforce the BLM’s Proposed Resource Management Plan and Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for the Colorado River Valley Field Office and Grand Junction Field Office Resource Management Plans. The BLM’s bureaucratic handout to Green New Deal extremists locks up 1.6 million acres of public lands and closes 1.9 million acres of federal mineral estate in Colorado from future oil and gas leasing while also shamefully designating an additional 7,000 acres as new wilderness study areas. BLM is proposing to close all areas with “no known, low, and moderate oil and gas development potential” and is basing its analysis of the oil and gas potential on two-decade old, out-of-date information that does not take into consideration modern technology. The Mancos Shale in the Piceance Basin of Colorado contains an estimated 66 trillion cubic feet of natural gas, 74 million barrels of oil, 45 million barrels of natural gas liquids, and is one of the largest known reserves in the world. The Piceance Basin was once considered low to moderate oil and gas development potential and would have been blocked from exploration and production if this BLM plan was in place at that time. During Biden and Harris’ first week in office, the national average for gas was $2.39 per gallon. While gas prices have conveniently dropped as we get closer to the election, the national average is still way too high at $3.22 per gallon as of this morning. If we kill oil and gas in America, the world will become more reliant on much dirtier resources that are developed by China, India and foreign adversaries. All these job-killing, anti-energy mandates being implemented in the U.S. by the Biden-Harris Regime don’t matter or make a difference in terms of emissions globally as China is continuing to increase coal production and consumption at a staggering pace. Once China’s new coal plants come online, China will be using 76% of the global total for coal. America makes the cleanest energy in the world. In fact, our natural gas is 42% cleaner than Russian gas. American innovation has allowed America to be the global leader in reducing emissions since 2000. Congresswoman Boebert’s legislation will now head to the floor of the House of Representatives for final passage at a later date. Full replay of Congresswoman Boebert’s remarks in the House Natural Resources Committee markup today can be found HERE. Full text of the Colorado Energy Prosperity Act of 2024 can be found HERE. Previous hearing information on the bill, including witness testimony, can be found HERE. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lauren-boebert-announces-september-staff-mobile-office-hours,Congresswoman Lauren Boebert Announces September Staff Mobile Office Hours,2024-09-16,2024,2024-09,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"The office of U.S. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) announced Mobile Office Hours scheduled for Wednesday, September 18th, Thursday, September 19th, and Tuesday, September 24th in five locations across Colorado’s Third District. Congresswoman Boebert stated: “Our Congressional Mobile Office Hours provide an opportunity for constituents in remote parts of the 3rd District to get the assistance they need from our staffers who can help them in a variety of ways. Meeting Coloradans where they are is a critical part of the work our office does and I know our Mobile Office Hours will continue to be a huge help to rural constituents.” Staff from Congresswoman Boebert’s office will be available to help constituents who aren’t getting answers from federal agencies, like veterans seeking to get the care they earned from the VA, travelers that need expedited assistance to receive a passport on short notice, taxpayers being harassed by the IRS, and senior citizens having issues with the Social Security Administration or Medicare. Additionally, constituents are invited to come to the office hours to express their viewpoints on legislative issues or request special Congressional Commendations from the Congresswoman recognizing outstanding public achievements. Congresswoman Boebert’s office has hosted over 283 mobile office hours in every county in the District, helped over 3,248 people, and returned over $6,360,153.67 to constituents. Rep. Boebert’s Mobile Office Hours will be available at the following times and locations: WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 Mesa County Mobile Office Hours Location 1: Town of Collbran, Town Hall 1010 High Street, Collbran, CO 2:00-3:00 pm Mineral County Mobile Office Hours Location 2: Mineral County Administration Building Administration Conference Room 1201 North Main Street, Creede, CO 2:00-3:00 pm THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 Hinsdale County Mobile Office Hours Location 1: Hinsdale County Administration Building County Commissioners Meeting/Board Room 311 Henson Street, Lake City, CO 10:00-11:00 am San Juan County Mobile Office Hours Location 2: San Juan County Courthouse Commission Meeting Room 1557 Greene Street, Silverton, CO 3:30-4:30 pm TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 Saguache County Mobile Office Hours Center Town Hall, Trustees’ Meeting Room 294 Worth Street Center, CO 10:00-11:00 am",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-introduces-bill-complete-arkansas-valley-conduit,Rep. Boebert Introduces Bill to Complete the Arkansas Valley Conduit,2024-09-10,2024,2024-09,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"“Southeast Coloradans have been waiting for decades for the completion of the Arkansas Valley Conduit and the Finish the AVC Act will help local governments finally finish this major project,” said Congresswoman Boebert. “Rural families and businesses need access to clean, sustainable water they can depend on every day. It’s time we get the AVC done for Colorado, and I look forward to working with Senators Bennet and Hickenlooper to getting this bill through both chambers of Congress.” Once completed, the Arkansas Valley Conduit will provide water to as many as 50,000 Coloradans across 39 communities in Pueblo, Otero, Bent, Kiowa, Prowers and Baca Counties. While the AVC was originally approved for construction in 1962, the project was never completed because local communities were unable to cover 100% of the costs. By eliminating interest payments, The Finish the AVC Act will ease the burden of inflation costs that have caused the original $640 million estimate of construction in 2019 to rise to over $1.3 billion. “This bill will ensure the federal government makes good on its promise to Southeastern Coloradans to deliver a safe and reliable water supply,” said Senator Bennet. “We have invested over $300 million to build the Arkansas Valley Conduit over the past decade and now we must ensure increased costs don’t stop this project in its tracks.” “Water has been the lifeblood of Colorado’s Arkansas River Valley since long before JFK promised to deliver them clean drinking water,” said Senator Hickenlooper. “Sixty years later, our bill will help Southeastern Colorado communities harness their resources to get the job done.” “This bill is needed to help the Arkansas Valley Conduit be economical enough to supply clean drinking water to communities in the lower Arkansas Valley,” said State Senator Rod Pelton, whose district covers Southeast Colorado. “As someone who represents the communities that will directly benefit from the Arkansas Valley Conduit, I am proud to support the efforts of Congresswoman Boebert to finally finish this critical infrastructure project,” said State House Assistant Minority Leader Ty Winter. “Access to clean water is not a luxury, it is a necessity, and Southeast Colorado families and businesses deserve a reliable and sustainable water supply. The Finish the AVC Act is a vital step towards fulfilling a promise made to our region decades ago and I look forward to seeing this project completed for the future of our communities.” “This is another very important step for the people of the Lower Arkansas Valley who have struggled to get the Arkansas Valley Conduit moving ahead for more than 60 years. Now that the AVC is finally under construction and given the current estimated cost of the AVC project, this legislation is absolutely necessary to make this dream a reality. We are grateful for our entire congressional delegation stepping up to make it happen,” said Bill Long, President, Southeastern Colorado Water Conservancy District. Full text of Rep. Boebert’s House legislation can be found HERE. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/aurora-residents-confirm-venezuelan-gang-violence,Aurora Residents Confirm Venezuelan Gang Violence,2024-09-07,2024,2024-09,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"COLORADO - Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) took action on the Venezuelan gang activity in Aurora by leading a letter and hosting a listening roundtable to expose violence and to try to stop crime by Tren de Aragua (TdA) gang members that are terrorizing Colorado. Image September 6, 2024, Listening Session Roundtable on TdA Gang Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) stated, ""The purpose of the listening session roundtable was to get the truth and information out to Coloradans because, unfortunately, the fake news and liberal politicians with an agenda continue to downplay the violence and Venezuelan gang activity in Colorado. Shamefully, they claim the criminal activity we are seeing by these illegal Tren de Aragua gang members are figments of our imaginations and call us conspiracy theorists rather than trying to investigate what's really going on in order to help protect Coloradans. Instead of actually going in and doing whatever they can at any means necessary to expose the criminal activity and the violence that is taking place and the harm that is being caused, they want to cover up anything that does not go with their narrative of wide-open borders and sanctuary policies put forward by the Democrats. At our listening session roundtable, we heard firsthand testimony from local residents about how Tren de Aragua gang members have held families at gunpoint, kicked in doors and taken over apartments, shot up cars, stabbed tires and committed other violent crimes. Rather than denying the gang's existence, all elected officials and agencies need to work together to protect our communities from this terror and to ensure these illegal immigrant gang members are deported. Protecting the people of Colorado from the Tren de Aragua gang shouldn't be political or a partisan issue and that is why we invited numerous local elected officials on both sides of the aisle to participate in this listening session roundtable."" Image Cindy Romero Gave Gut-wrenching Testimony Cindy Romero, a former resident at the Edge at Lowry apartment complex who shared the viral video of Tren de Aragua gang members carrying guns at her apartment complex, spoke at the roundtable and said, ""I'm imploring anyone to listen. Please do something. Don't deny it, it wasn't my imagination. The rest of the video I have, the screenshots, the many calls to 9/11 begging for help...I saw them moving the guns that morning, I called and reported it. I have cameras picking them up, moving the guns from one building to another...I caught a screenshot of them holding a family on my floor by gunpoint, looking for whatever they were looking for. If they are allowed to fester it’s just going to get worse. There are bullet holes in my car, we’ve had our tires stabbed, we’ve had our tailgates broken and I have reported so many crimes in that area that I had to leave, because I am not bulletproof...I've got bullet holes in my car, I've got a target on my back...My kids [wouldn't] come visit...My grandson hasn't been over to that building in a year and a half...I've been reporting guns in that building for a long time and nothings been done. Or I drop off videos to the police and their hands are tied. They can't do anything. They are overwhelmed...There are many times I called the nonemergency number and sat on hold 45 minutes just to be told they weren't coming...No matter how unsafe I felt, no matter what was being damaged in the parking lot, they were not coming. Because they had to get together a large group of officers just to respond [to that apartment complex]...If the owner's aren't there and the management isn't there but the people who have the guns are and they changed the locks on the outside of the building, that's a takeover."" Image Local small business owner Chet Ellefson Aurora resident and small business owner Chet Ellefson discussed the conditions he saw when he helped Aurora Council Member Danielle Jurinsky move Cindy Romero and her family out of the Edge at Lowry apartment complex stating, ""It was a completely eye-opening experience...I was in a Third World country for an hour that day. 90% of the doors in the building that we moved [cindy] out of were kicked in and had a ghetto repair done to the door jamb...When we got there the police said yeah we know this area real well, we actually aren't allowed to respond unless there are four officers that can respond to them...The fact that [gang members] don't care about the police. There is no fear when it comes to the police. They [even] tried to attack [Council Member Jurinsky]. It's just crazy. Before we were done moving everything out of their apartment, people were already moving into the apartment to squat. We weren't even fully out yet and people were moving in...I'm a father of two young kids and its 7.7 miles away from my front door. It's just too close."" Image Congressman Chip Roy Speaking at the Listening Roundtable Congressman Chip Roy said during the roundtable, ""One of the most important things we can for the country, for the state, for the City of Aurora, and for the people back home in Texas that I represent is establish the facts on the ground. There is a lot of information flying around. We just heard very heartfelt testimony from Cindy and what she's gone through both as a human and as a resident of an apartment complex. She's on the ground...I just want truth...In fiscal year 2022, ICE only removed 40,096 criminal aliens which was a 62% decrease from fiscal year 2020. We are removing very few people on a relative basis historically, when we have volumes more people and volumes more known criminals."" Image Former ICE Director Tom Homan Former U.S. Immigration and Custom's Enforcement (ICE) Director Tom Homan stated, ""You have 200 underlying problems. Number one, you got the [biden] administration who unsecured the border and released millions of people into the United States with no proper vetting...98% of the people being released there is no data on them. We know a large percentage are criminals...So what sanctuary cities actually do is provide sanctuary for criminals...Sanctuary cities are a problem in this state, and you got to get rid of it."" Image Former ICE Field Office Director John Fabbricatore Former ICE Field Office Director John Fabbricatore said, ""The recidivism based on the arrests that ICE had made of criminal convicted aliens, each one of them on average had four additional convictions...Again, they're getting put out on the streets and they're committing more crimes because criminal illegal aliens are true criminals...Much of what we are getting from Venezuela, they have been committing crimes in those countries and that was their job there...The other thing we need to be careful of is what the stats say and what they are. You are going to have a smaller crime stat when you have less police officers working...Aurora PD we are down 200 officers...Right now I'm getting messages from many citizens who say we called the police and they don't show up. Hours later they'll call us and say hey can you do a report online. That's not going into the system as a criminal statistic...Another reason we are seeing a drop in criminal statistics...We would arrest guys for dealing heroine on the [Cherry Creek Trail], they would be brought into Denver Drug Court and the charges would be dropped the minute they found out that they were illegal aliens because they didn't want them to go into the Denver County Jail and have to spend money on housing illegal aliens in the Denver County Jail."" Image Aurora Council Member Danielle Jurinsky Aurora Council Member Danielle Jurinsky said, ""During the Venezuelan election on July 9th, 4,000-5,000 people showed up in Aurora at a major intersection. What was most alarming was the sheer numbers. Police told us this was unprecedented. They had never seen a popup gathering happen so fast with so many people that no one had any intel about. There were several crimes committed. That intersection borders Denver and Aurora...We [also] learned that two nonprofits were placing migrant individuals and families in Aurora. No housing quality inspections were conducted to check for basic life safety concerns prior to placing individuals in apartments in Aurora. From my understanding, deposit assistance was offered as well as three months of rent. This was done starting in the Spring of 2023 and continued into the Spring of 2024...Two of the nonprofits received state and Denver funding as passthrough agencies...Denver tax dollars moved these folks into Aurora."" Image Aurora Council Member Stephanie Hancock Aurora Council Member Stephanie Hancock stated, “These gangs prey on that vulnerability and the fact that we don’t have teeth with what law enforcement can do and what ICE can do. They know this, they know better than we do. We keep getting revictimized and nothing is going to get done until we put some feet on our faith and do the work that it takes...I work in multi-family housing, and I've seen it firsthand. Where they bring folks in say they'll pay their deposit, they'll pay their fees, they'll pay three months' rent, they drop them off and you never see them again. They don't follow up. You don't know how they are going to be paying their rent after three months, and to Cindy's point where they chased off the management company, its primed for takeover and it happens quite a bit. It's just that this has gotten the attention, but this is not isolated sadly."" Image Aurora Residents Fred and Tracy Ludlow Aurora resident Fred Ludlow said, ""I almost couldn't believe that it could be that bad. So, when I went and saw it, it's like standing out in the rain and saying it's not raining. And you know, here's an umbrella. Why? Cause it's raining. No, it's not. It was clearly a lawless situation. And I came home and talked to Tracy and showed her pictures and out of 50 cars that were there, there were probably five or six that had license plates...It didn't hit the news. It kept getting worse and then I heard about Cindy's apartment. That really brought it home. You're looking at it saying I know people are having to live through that."" Image State Representative Ron Weinberg and State Senator Mark Baisley State Senator Mark Baisley said, ""My constituents are in fear about what's happening in Aurora. [My bill] that I plan to run again would override the current restrictions that disallow law enforcement from working with ICE...Here is a law enforcement chief who is asking me to release them so they can work with ICE [to address these illegal immigration issues]. All 64 Colorado county sheriffs are expected to rise up and support my bill next year because they need the authority to move folks, who are dangerous to the people they serve and protect, to somewhere else like the country where they came from."" Image State Representative Anthony Hartsook State Representative Anthony Hartsook stated, ""I have constituents that have it on their Ring cameras where the Venezuelans have broken in their house, they've called the police and the police have showed up and said we can't do anything, we can't arrest them, we can't prosecute them, we can't deport them, and the Venezuelans know this, they flip us off, they curse us...Right now [they] don't know what they are going to do because right now no one wants to buy [their home] when there are gangs sitting across the street. [Additionally,] the people that live here couldn't get services because Denver Health was overwhelmed with the 40,000+ [illegal] immigrants. You look at the school systems, they are overwhelmed. Money that should be going and is allocated by the taxpayers to pay for law enforcement, fire, schools, roads is being diverted to these [illegal immigration] programs thereby causing shortages to hire law enforcement."" Image State Representative Ron Weinberg and State Senator Mark Baisley State Representative Ron Weinberg who is working with Senator Baisley to overturn the state law that prevents local counties from communicating and coordinating with ICE for removals said, ""This is why we are running into this problem in Aurora, and if we don’t stop it and do something about it now, it’s not going to stop. It’s going to take over the whole county.” Image September 6, 2024, Listening Session Roundtable on TdA Gang Douglas County Commissioner George Teal discussed the counties' lawsuit against the state of Colorado for its sanctuary statutes that restrict local law enforcement from working with ICE on illegal immigration. He also referenced ongoing investigations by the Douglas County Sheriff and criminal issues associated with illegal immigration that are starting to creep into the county. Background On September 6th, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert, Congressman Chip Roy, Congressman Doug Lamborn and Congressman Greg Lopez sent a letter to multiple local and federal officials asking for answers and urging them to take action against Tren de Aragua gang members that are terrorizing Colorado. Also on September 6th, Congresswoman Boebert, Congressman Chip Roy, Former ICE Director Tom Homan, and Aurora City Councilwoman Danielle Jurinsky hosted a listening session roundtable at Aurora City Hall that was attended by local residents and concerned citizens that have witnessed and been victimized by this illegal immigrant Venezuelan gang. Participants in the Roundtable Listening Session included: Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03), Congressman Chip Roy (TX-21), Former ICE Director Tom Homan, Aurora City Councilwoman Danielle Jurinsky, Aurora City Councilwoman Stephanie Hancock, Douglas County Commissioner George Teal, State Senator Mark Baisley (SD04), State Representative Anthony Hartsook (HD44), State Representative Ron Weinberg (HD51) Cindy Romero (Aurora apartment resident that moved out), Chet Ellefson (Aurora resident and local small business owner) Fred Ludlow (Aurora resident and manufacturer), Tracy Ludlow (Aurora resident and local realtor), and John Fabbricatore (Former ICE Field Office Director). The Biden-Harris Administration’s open border policies coupled with the state of Colorado’s sanctuary policies and the city of Denver’s sanctuary city status have fueled and exasperated the immigration crisis in Colorado. Since Joe Biden and Kamala Harris took office there have been over 10 million illegal aliens caught entering America. They have knowingly released nearly 100 terrorists and more than 5.6 million illegals into the U.S. 75,000 American died from fentanyl poisoning in 2023 alone. According to a June report by the Common Sense Institute, the city of Denver, local school districts, and the region’s health-care system have spent as much as $340 million to shelter, feed, clothe, educate the migrants, and to provide emergency medical care to more than 42,000 illegal immigrants since January of 2023. Numerous criminal acts have been committed by Tren de Aragua gang members in recent months in Colorado including: Took over at least three apartment complexes in Aurora. Four Tren de Aragua gang members that were released by the Biden Regime into the United States were arrested for attempted murder in Aurora. Committed a violent Denver jewelry heist. Beat and stomped a consultant for the property management company so severely he went to the hospital. Stabbed a resident for refusing to pay rent to the gang and threatened to kill a property manager. Aurora police documents revealed that the gang threatened to kill a housekeeper and her family if she didn’t give them keys to vacant apartments. Violently broke into vacant apartments, kicking doors open, and moving Venezuelan illegal immigrants into empty apartments. The nonpartisan Denver law firm Perkins Coie, whose lawyers said they investigated widespread criminal conduct by the TdA gang members at Whispering Pines Apartments, released an investigative report in August that ""found evidence of gang members committing several crimes, from flagrant trespass violations, assaults and battery, human trafficking and sexual abuse of minors, unlawful firearms possession, extortion, and other criminal activities, often targeting vulnerable Venezuelan and other immigrant populations.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-host-roundtable-venezuelan-gangimmigration-crisis,Rep. Boebert to Host Roundtable on Venezuelan Gang/Immigration Crisis,2024-09-06,2024,2024-09,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"The Biden-Harris Administration’s open border policies coupled with the state of Colorado’s sanctuary policies and the city of Denver’s sanctuary city status have fueled and exasperated the immigration crisis in Colorado. Since Joe Biden and Kamala Harris took office there have been over 10 million illegal alien caught entering America. According to the Denver Gazette, the City of Denver has spent more than $74 million since January 2023 to provide housing, food, and transportation to more than 42,000 illegal immigrants. Numerous criminal acts have been committed by Tren de Aragua gang members in recent months in Colorado including: Took over at least three apartment complexes in Aurora. Beat and stomped a consultant for the property management company so severely he went to the hospital. Stabbed a resident for refusing to pay rent to the gang and threatened to kill a property manager. Threatened to kill a housekeeper and her family if she didn’t give them keys to vacant apartments. Violently broke into vacant apartments, kicking doors open, and moving Venezuelan illegal immigrants into empty apartments. And they even used vacant units to host parties where they serve drugs and child prostitution.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/aurora-ipc-protecting-our-communities,Aurora IPC is Protecting Our Communities,2024-08-20,2024,2024-08,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) and Congressman Greg Lopez (CO-04) issued the following joint statement after Congressional visits to the Aurora Immigration Processing Center (IPC) today: “Our teams were impressed with the professionalism displayed at the Aurora IPC and believe the Aurora IPC is doing a great job ensuring that criminal illegal aliens are taken off our streets. Democrats are misconstruing the purpose of facilities like these—which have been in operation for decades—in a ploy to abolish ICE by proxy, but the last thing Colorado needs are more criminals roaming our streets. High quality facilities like Aurora IPC are essential in keeping our communities safe and ensure that these illegal aliens do not stir up even more heartbreaking and avoidable criminal activity across Colorado.” Background: 400 Coloradans are employed at the Aurora IPC, which is owned and operated by GEO Group. Aurora IPC – along with every other detention center across the country – is not owned or operated by Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE). GEO was awarded the contract for the Aurora ICE Processing Center under a competitive bid process in December 1986 for approximately 150 detainees on behalf of the US Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS), now known as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Currently, Aurora IPC houses 1,200 detainees.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:36:13Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/obtain-military-academy-nomination-rep-boebert,Obtain a Military Academy Nomination from Rep. Boebert,2024-08-05,2024,2024-08,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s office is seeking applicants for the Fall 2025 application process for a nomination to a U.S. Service Academy. Congresswoman Boebert stated, “Last year, I had the privilege of nominating 11 of some of the Third District’s best and brightest to the U.S. Service Academies. These patriotic young men and women have committed to serving at least five years in the military following graduation. The next generation of rising military leaders are public servants that care about America. I look forward to the selection process this year and can’t wait to meet our District’s applicants. Thank you for your dedication to serve our great country!” Background: If you are a high school student interested in serving our country by attending a military academy, or if you know of a high school student who might be interested, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s service academy nomination application is now open. The Fall 2025 deadline for applications is September 2, 2024. Interested applicants should review information posted on the Service Academy Nomination website prior to submitting an application. Members of Congress are able to nominate candidates for appointment to four of the five U.S. Service Academies: the U.S. Military Academy (USMA), West Point, NY; the U.S. Naval Academy (USNA), Annapolis, MD; the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA), Colorado Springs, CO; and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), Kings Point, NY.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:36:13Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/26-boebert-legislative-initiatives-pass-house,26 Boebert Legislative Initiatives Pass the House,2024-07-25,2024,2024-07,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Boebert released the following statement after passing 26 legislative initiatives through the House of Representatives, most of which were submitted for or at the request of the local communities represented by Congresswoman Boebert. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) stated, “Some major victories this week for Colorado and the Third Congressional District were included in the Interior Appropriation’s bill that passed the House of Representatives. I worked with local stakeholders to secure millions of dollars for important water and infrastructure projects in rural communities. We also passed important provisions to block Biden land grabs like the proposed 400,000-acre Dolores Canyon National Monument which would be a disaster for the West Slope. Many of our important local water and infrastructure projects won’t happen without the federal resources included in this bill and I will continue to work hard to get these priorities over the finish line.” Background This week, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) passed 26 legislative initiatives, 18 of those were appropriations’ provisions that were included in the base Interior Appropriations’ bill and eight of those were amendments that the Congresswoman passed on the House floor to the Interior appropriations’ bill. Most of these 26 successful provisions were submitted for or at the request of the local communities represented by Congresswoman Boebert. H.R. 8998, legislation making appropriations for the Department of the Interior, environment, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, passed the House by a recorded vote of 210-205. Congresswoman Boebert voted in favor of this bill. To read the full letter from House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole to Congresswoman Boebert detailing her 18 appropriations provisions that were included in the base Interior Appropriations’ bill, click HERE. Congresswoman Boebert’s 18 appropriations provisions that were included in the base Interior Appropriations’ bill include: $1 million for Project 7 Water Authority for an important water supply project that will ensure emergency drinking water access for three counties – Montrose, Delta, and Ouray Counties. $750,000 for the Town of New Caste for an important sewer line replacement project. $303,196 for the Town of De Beque for an important water treatment plant improvement project that will provide a secondary water source. $750,000 for Pueblo County for an important stormwater infrastructure improvement project. $750,000 for the Town of Sanford for an important water facilities improvement project. $35 million for rural water technical assistance grants. $25.5 million for rural clean water technical assistance grants. Bill language to delist the gray wolf from the Endangered Species list. $2.5 million for the Wolf Livestock Loss Demonstration program to compensate ranchers for livestock killed by wolves. Fully funds the Payment in Lieu of Taxes program authorization, estimated at $600 million for Fiscal Year 2025, to provide millions of dollars for local counties for roads, bridges, first responders, and education. Report language requiring the U.S. Forest Service to take action to mitigate the negative impacts associated with certain invasive species. $16.51 million for the Bureau of Indian Affairs Irrigation Operations and Maintenance programs to address the deferred maintenance backlog and increase water storage including the Southern Utes’ Pine River Indian Irrigation Project. Bill language prohibiting prohibits a federal listing under the Endangered Species Act of the greater sage-grouse. $43.91 million for the U.S. Geological Survey 3D Elevation Program to provide enhanced elevation data and a wide range of other three-dimensional representations of the Nation’s natural and constructed features. $14.43 million for the National Landslide Hazards Program at the U.S. Geological Survey to better identify and understand landslide risks, coordinate with local and state agencies, and help improve emergency preparedness. Bill language prohibiting funding for the Council on Environmental Quality's job-killing notice of interim guidance titled ""National Environmental Policy Act Guidance on Consideration of Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Climate Change."" Report language increasing transparency of Bureau of Land Management expression of interest fees. Bill language removing the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem Population of Grizzly Bears from the Endangered Species list. Congresswoman Boebert’s eight amendments to the Interior appropriations bill that passed the full House of Representatives include: Boebert (R-CO) – Amendment No. 17 – Blocks the 400,000-acre Dolores Canyon National Monument and prevents the President from using the Antiquities Act to designate this proposed land grab in Montrose, Mesa County, Montezuma, San Miguel County, and Dolores counties. This unilateral land grab will cancel all mining in the uranium-rich area, end hunting and cattle grazing, and curtail motorized travel. Boebert (R-CO) – Amendment No. 16 – Prohibits the BLM from locking up 1.6 million acres of land in Colorado from responsible oil and gas production through Biden’s proposal to revise the current management plans for the Colorado River Valley Field Office (CRVFO) and Grand Junction Field Office (GJFO). Boebert (R-CO) – Amendment No. 10 – Transfers $2.5 million from EPA bureaucrats to the Forest Service for active management to help prevent catastrophic wildfires. Boebert (R-CO) – Amendment No. 13 – Blocks the BLM’s final rule titled ‘‘Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process’’ that seeks to put the oil and gas industry out of business and prevent responsible American energy production. Boebert (R-CO) – Amendment No. 14 – Prohibits funds made available by this Act to be used for the woke Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Council at the Department of the Interior. Boebert (R-CO) – Amendment No. 12 – Transfers $2 million from the EPA bureaucracy to the Holocaust Memorial Museum account. Boebert (R-CO) – Amendment No. 11 – Transfers $2 million from EPA bureaucracy to the inspector general to combat waste, fraud, and abuse within the EPA. Boebert (R-CO) – Amendment No. 15 – Prohibits funds made available by this division to be used to carry out the wasteful Bicycle Subsidy Benefit Program at the Department of the Interior. Courtesy of Majority Whip Tom Emmer Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025: The FY25 Interior Appropriations Act promotes American oil, gas, and critical mineral production, fully funds the Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) program and prioritizes funding for Tribes and Wildland Fire Management, including permanently addressing wildland firefighter pay and capacity, reins in the Biden Administration’s job-killing climate & environmental regulations, and reduces EPA funding by 20%. Provides $38.478 billion in total discretionary funding, $72 million (0.2%) below the FY24 enacted level and $4.407 billion (10%) below the President’s Budget Request Strengthens our national security and supports domestic energy production and the economic benefits that come with it. Requires the Secretary of the Interior to: Resume quarterly onshore oil and gas lease sales. Issue 5-year offshore oil and gas leasing programs on time. Conduct lease sales in the Central Gulf of Mexico Planning Area, the Western Gulf of Mexico Planning Area, and the Alaska region. Conduct Lease Sale 262 in the Gulf of Mexico. Prohibits funds to cancel oil and gas leases in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) and National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska. Expands access to critical minerals by blocking certain Bureau of Land Management (BLM) withdrawals in Minnesota and reinstating mineral leases in the Superior National Forest. Prohibits EPA from imposing the Inflation Reduction Act methane fee on oil and gas producers. Halts the Biden Administration’s radical, Green New Deal agenda. Blocks EPA’s regulations on light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles. Blocks the NEPA rules that give agencies broad leeway to incorporate climate change in permitting and include social cost of carbon in permit evaluations. Prohibits funds for the EPA’s Clean Power Plan 2.0 and regulatory overreach regarding ozone emissions, particulate matter, and steam electric power plants. Blocks funds for the American Climate Corps, Climate Justice Alliance, and ecogrief counseling. Prohibits agencies from using the Social Cost of Carbon in cost-benefit analyses and blocks the Interagency Working Group on Social Cost of Greenhouse Gases. Protects access to America’s public lands. Blocks restrictions on hunting, fishing, and recreational shooting on federal lands. Stops BLM’s Conservation and Landscape Health rule to ensure continued access to public lands for grazing, recreation, and energy development. Blocks a regulation that would make it harder for Americans to use traditional ammunition and fishing tackle, and prohibits restrictions on where lead ammunition and fishing tackle can be used. Stops the Administration’s 30x30 initiative, ensuring access to federal lands for mineral exploration and development. Prohibits multiple U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service rulings used to weaponize the Endangered Species Act against land users and energy producers. Prohibits funding for woke, far-Left priorities including: Promoting or advancing critical race theory; Executive orders on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI); COVID-19 mask or vaccine mandates; and Housing for illegal aliens in National Parks. Courtesy of the Western Caucus Some of the important provisions in H.R. 8998 include: Increasing funding for Wildland Fire Management programs at Department of the Interior and U.S. Forest Service. Permanently addressing wildland firefighter pay while increasing funding. Preventing the Bureau of Land Management’s Conservation and Landscape Health rule. Limits the weaponization of the Endangered Species Act against private landowners. Prohibiting funds to cancel oil and gas leases in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) and National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska. Requires oil and gas lease sales in the Central and Western Gulf of Mexico Planning Areas and in the Alaska region. Requires the Secretary of the Interior to conduct quarterly onshore oil and gas lease sales. Blocking EPA’s car regulations on light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles. Expands access to critical minerals, reducing our domestic reliance on the Chinese supply chain. Fully funding the Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) program.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/victory-secret-service-director-resigns,Victory! Secret Service Director Resigns,2024-07-23,2024,2024-07,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Lauren Boebert released the following statement after Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigned: Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “Yesterday's humiliating performance during a House Oversight and Accountability Committee Hearing rightfully resulted in this woke and incompetent agency head resigning in shame for her agency's failure that allowed a gunman to almost assassinate President Trump. Cheatle instilled no confidence in the Secret Service, failed to answer basic questions, and continuously blamed the FBI while also trying to give the illusion that she was taking accountability. There have been a lot of bad Biden bureaucrats, but Director Cheatle proved to be one of the worst. While I'm pleased that my colleagues and I were able to deliver some accountability, the Secret Service and the assassination attempt on President Trump's life must still be fully and thoroughly investigated."" Background Congresswoman Lauren Boebert helped lead the charge to hold Director Cheatle accountable for the agency’s incompetence that resulted in an assassination attempt on President Donald J. Trump. Congresswoman Boebert and several of her colleagues grilled Director Cheatle the day before her resignation in a House Oversight and Accountability Committee Hearing that took place on Monday, July 22. After being adamant that she wouldn't resign, Cheatle finally caved following extreme pressure and opposition at the hearing from Members of Congress of both parties for the shocking Secret Service operation failures that almost lead to President Trump being killed. Congresswoman Boebert also introduced the Secret Service Accountability Act which explicitly prohibits federal funds from being used to pay the salary or expenses of Kimberly Cheatle, the Director of the United States Secret Service. Text of the Secret Service Accountability Act can be found HERE. On July 13, 2024, an assassin attempted to take the life of President Trump at his campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. This attack resulted in President Trump being shot in the upper right ear and multiple other injuries including the death of one great American patriot, Corey Compertore, a firefighter, father, and hero.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-introduces-legislation-hold-secret-service-director-accountable,Rep. Boebert Introduces Legislation to Hold Secret Service Director Accountable for Trump Assassination Attempt,2024-07-15,2024,2024-07,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Rep. Lauren Boebert introduced the Secret Service Accountability Act to hold Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle accountable for the agency’s incompetence and failure to protect President Trump during the Butler, Pennsylvania campaign rally. Congresswoman Rep. Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “Saturday’s assassination attempt on President Trump’s life was either intentional or the result of gross incompetence by the United States Secret Service. Under Director Cheatle's failed leadership, the United States Secret Service has prioritized woke DEI policies over the core responsibilities of the Secret Service, including protecting our nation’s leaders. This lack of leadership contributed to the first assassination attempt of a President in 43 years. Director Cheatle has got to go!” Background Congresswoman Lauren Boebert introduced the Secret Service Accountability Act to hold Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle accountable for the agency’s incompetence that resulted in an assassination attempt on President Donald J. Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on July 13, 2024. Specifically, the bill explicitly prohibits any federal funds from being used to pay the salary or expenses of Kimberly Cheatle, the Director of the United States Secret Service. During the Butler Rally, an assignation attempt was made on President Donald J. Trump, multiple shots were fired, and President Trump was shot in the upper right ear. One attendee, Corey Comperatore, was fatally shot and another two attendees were critically injured. The gunman was killed by Secret Service agents at the scene. According to the United States Secret Service agency website, Cheatle is responsible for executing the agency’s integrated mission of ""protection and investigations by leading a diverse workforce."" Cheatle is directly responsible for prioritizing woke DEI practices rather than focusing on hiring the best people to work for the agency. Chairman Comer of the House Oversight and Accountability Committee has called upon Director Cheatle to appear before the Committee on Monday, July 22, to answer questions about the security failures that led to the failed assassination attempt on President Trump. Cosponsors of the Secret Service Accountability Act include Rep. Jeff Duncan (SC-03), Rep. Diana Harshbarger (TN-01), Rep. Cory Mills (FL-07), Rep. Tim Burchett (TN-02), Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02), Rep. Andy Ogles (TN-05), Rep. Josh Brecheen (OK-02), and Rep. Bill Posey (FL-08). Text of the Secret Service Accountability Act can be found HERE.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lauren-boebert-announces-july-staff-mobile-office-hours,Congresswoman Lauren Boebert Announces July Staff Mobile Office Hours,2024-07-05,2024,2024-07,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert announced mobile office hours for the coming weeks. Congresswoman Boebert stated: “If you are a citizen in Colorado’s Third Congressional District having issues with a federal agency, or you want your voice to be heard, please come to one of our mobile office hours, and a member of my team will be happy to assist you.” Staff from Congresswoman Boebert’s office will be available to help constituents who aren’t getting answers from federal agencies, like veterans seeking to get the care they earned from the VA, travelers that need expedited assistance to receive a passport on short notice, taxpayers being harassed by the IRS, and senior citizens having issues with the Social Security Administration or Medicare. Additionally, constituents are invited to come to the office hours to express their viewpoints on legislative issues or request special Congressional Commendations from the Congresswoman recognizing outstanding public achievements. Congresswoman Boebert’s office has hosted over 276 mobile office hours in every county in the district, helped over 3,098 people, and returned over $6,360,153.67 to constituents. Mobile office hours will be available at the following times and locations: Tuesday, July 9, 2024 Moffat County Mobile Office Hours Craig Chamber of Commerce 775 Yampa Ave Meeting Room Craig, CO Noon-1:00pm Rio Blanco County Mobile Office Hours Meeker Chamber of Commerce 345 Market Street Business Center Meeker, CO 2:30-3:30pm Wednesday, July 10, 2024 Rio Grande County Mobile Office Hours Rio Grande County Court House 925 6th Street Del Norte, CO 9:00-10:00am Rio Grande County Mobile Office Hours Monte Vista Town Hall 95 W First Avenue Monte Vista, CO 1:30-2:30pm Tuesday, July 16, 2024 San Miguel County Mobile Office Hours Wilkinson Public Library 100 West Pacific Avenue Meeting Room #1 Telluride, CO 1:00-2:00pm",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-introduces-zip-code-bill-colorado-communities,Rep. Boebert Introduces Zip Code Bill for Colorado Communities,2024-06-20,2024,2024-06,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lauren Boebert introduced a bill to benefit Colorado communities by providing unique Zip Codes for cities and towns throughout the country including the Colorado communities of Silver Cliff, Lone Tree, Castle Pines, Centennial, and Superior. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “More than 30 communities throughout America are being negatively impacted by not having their own unique Zip Code. These municipalities deserve consistent mail service, their fair share of tax revenue, and the other economic benefits associated with having their own Zip Code. My bill will solve a host of 'real world' problems for these cities and towns by finally providing them with a definitive, representative and accurate Zip Code.” Silver Cliff Mayor Buck Wenzel stated, “This bill would restore the Town of Silver Cliff’s rightful identity and will guarantee that sales tax is properly distributed and received by our town and not by others. Silver Cliff’s Zip Code was arbitrarily and capriciously removed from use in 1991 and our town was forced to use another town's Zip Code. As such, the identity of our town was stolen and to date we have suffered hundreds of thousands of dollars in lost sales taxes from online, out of county, and out of state sales. The citizens of Silver Cliff deserve for their taxes to be spent on the roads and other necessities that they use on a daily basis.” “The City of Lone Tree fully supports the proposed ZIP Code bill for Colorado communities,” said City of Lone Tree Mayor Marissa Harmon. “This federal legislation will empower us to better meet local needs for our residents and businesses, enhance efficiencies of service delivery, and strengthen our distinct community identities.” “The creation of a unique Zip Code would ensure sales tax is properly collected and reinvested into our community’s critical infrastructure and services,” said Castle Pines Mayor Tracy Engerman. “It would also help alleviate resident concerns about inconsistent postal deliveries.” City of Centennial Mayor Stephanie Piko stated, “Establishing a single zip code for communities would enhance their community identities and address challenges such as emergency management, public safety, business attraction and retention, insurance coverage, and mail delivery, which are beyond the communities' control."" Background: Congresswoman Lauren Boebert introduced H.R. 8753, to direct the United States Postal Service to designate single, unique ZIP Codes for certain communities. Read the full text of the bill HERE. The Zip Code system was instituted in America in the 1960s. The Postal Service utilizes the zip code system to deliver mail, but it is also heavily used and relied on by economic developers, insurers and emergency personnel amongst others. Communities that do not have a unique Zip Code often experience associated problems that include: loss of economic development, loss of sales tax, unjustifiably high insurance rates, tax remittance and commercial licensing issues, diminished public safety and reduced emergency response times, identity issues, and efficiency issues. For example, first responders often go to the wrong streets and people needing help experience delays due to Zip Code issues that would be addressed by this legislation. Small towns and cities can petition the Postal Service for a new Zip Code but it is rarely approved and if it is denied they cannot appeal this decision for up to 10 years. Congress has intervened on these matters and last passed a law enacting four new Zip Codes through the Post Accountability and Enhancement Act of 2006. The 31 known communities throughout America experiencing Zip Code problems that would benefit from Congresswoman Boebert's legislation include: (1) Silver Cliff, Colorado. (2) Lone Tree, Colorado. (3) Castle Pines, Colorado. (4) Centennial, Colorado. (5) Superior, Colorado. (6) Eastvale, California (7) Goose Creek, Connecticut. (8) Scotland, Connecticut. (9) Estero, Florida. (10) Ft. Myers, Florida. (11) Hollywood, Florida. (12) Miami Lakes, Florida. (13) Ocoee, Florida. (14) Oakland Park, Florida. (15) The Villages, Florida. (16) Burr Ridge, Illinois. (17) Urbandale, Iowa. (18) Carmel, Indiana. (19) Swanzey, New Hampshire. (20) Kinnelon, New Jersey. (21) Flanders, New York. (22) Glendale, New York. (23) Riverside, New York. (24) Northampton, New York. (25) Sargent, Texas. (26) Fairlawn, Virginia. (27) Caledonia, Wisconsin. (28) Franklin, Wisconsin. (29) Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin. (30) Somers, Wisconsin. (31) Mills, Wyoming. Current cosponsors of Congresswoman Boebert’s H.R. 8753 include: Rep. Byron Donalds (FL-19), Rep. Morgan Griffith (VA-09), Rep. Nick LaLota (NY-01), Rep. Troy Nehls (TX-22) Rep. Bryan Steil (WI-01).",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-stands-colorados-ag-community,Rep. Boebert Stands Up for Colorado's Ag Community,2024-06-18,2024,2024-06,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lauren Boebert announced her cosponsorship of H.R. 7468, legislation that protects the livelihoods of Colorado and America’s farmers and ranchers by empowering the Secretary of State and U.S. diplomats to take action to ensure Mexico complies with the 1944 Treaty on Utilization of Waters of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande and provides America with its rightful share of water. “Our Colorado agriculture community is responsible for putting food on the table and providing good jobs for Coloradans and Americans, but many of our state’s producers are in danger of being priced out by foreign competitors because of unfair water practices in Mexico,” stated Congresswoman Boebert (CO-03). “Mexico is not meeting its obligations to provide 570 billion gallons of water to the U.S. and this is having devastating consequences on America’s ranchers and farmers. Legislation I’ve cosponsored empowers the Secretary of State and U.S. diplomats to take action to ensure Mexico complies with the 1944 Treaty in order to level the playing field for our ranchers and farmers. Now more than ever, our Colorado agriculture producers need us to have their backs and let them know we won’t let Mexico steal water they are entitled to and put them out of business.” “Without the consistent water needed to grow crops as mandated by the 1944 treaty, agriculture producers across Colorado and the United States are in danger of being forced out of the marketplace and closing down their livelihoods,” said Greg Yielding, Executive Vice President of the National Onion Association. “We are thankful for Congresswoman Boebert for taking action and bringing attention to this important issue impacting agriculture producers across Colorado and America.” Joe Petrocco, Vice President, Colorado Fruit & Vegetable Growers Association stated, “Mexico has only provided a small fraction of the water in recent years that it is supposed to send to the U.S. under the 1944 treaty. Colorado Fruit and Vegetable Growers shouldn’t face further harm because Mexico doesn’t want to honor this historic treaty, especially when America is honoring our obligations and sending them nearly five times the water they are supposed to be sending back to us. These unfair water practices are further compounded when you consider Mexico doesn't have the same safety standards and regulations, giving their producers other competitive advantages. I applaud Congresswoman Boebert for taking action to protect Colorado’s farmers.” Background The Treaty on Utilization of Waters of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande, was signed on February 3, 1944, to provide predictable and reliable future deliveries of water for both the United States and Mexico. Under the treaty, the U.S. is required to send 1.5 million acre-feet of water to Mexico from the Colorado River every year. Mexico is supposed to send 1.75 million acre-feet of water to the U.S. every five years from the Rio Grande. Currently, Mexico is failing to comply with this treaty and ensure the U.S. gets its share of the water to which we are entitled to, giving Mexican agricultural producers an unfair advantage over American agricultural producers. H.R. 7468 seeks to ensure the fair treatment of agriculture producers across Colorado and the United States, a key industry responsible for hundreds of thousands of jobs and billions of dollars for Colorado’s economy. Mexico’s noncompliant water practices have allowed the state of Chihuahua to build up their agricultural dominance and exponentially increase the amount of crops they produce and sell over the past two decades, endangering American producers in Texas, Colorado, and across the United States. Without action by the U.S. to ensure Mexico complies with this treaty, many in the American agriculture community fear our producers will no longer be able to survive. In the case of America’s $1.5 billion onion industry, these unfair water practices have enabled more Mexico onion producers to unfairly compete with U.S. growers. According to Observatory of Economic Complexity (OEC) World, the United States imported $451 million in onions from Mexico in 2022, making it the largest importer of onions to the U.S. ahead of China, Canada, Peru and Spain combined. OEC reports that in January 2024, Mexican onion imports to the U.S. grew by 11.2%. Both H.R. 7468 and S. 2969 call for U.S. diplomats to force Mexico’s compliance with the 1944 treaty.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-votes-support-our-troops,Rep. Boebert Votes to Support Our Troops,2024-06-14,2024,2024-06,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert voted in favor of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The FY25 NDAA includes enormous wins for national security and our troops. This bill takes important steps to return the Department of Defense (DoD) to its fundamental mission, strengthening military readiness, improving the lethality of our armed forces, and providing crucial support to our men and women in uniform. The bill also included three of Congresswoman Boebert’s amendments to stand with our ally Israel, fight back against the Chinese Communist Party’s propaganda, and prevent woke ideology from infiltrating our armed forces. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, ""America's national security is at risk from numerous threats including Biden's open-border and foreign adversaries like China. As a result, providing for the the common defense and fulfilling our Article 1, Section 8 duties is more important than ever. Congress must ensure that our nation’s most precious resource, its sons and daughters that answered the call of duty, have the best chance to come home to their families and have the necessary resources to accomplish their missions. Today, I voted to strengthen our national security, deter our adversaries, reduce healthcare wait times for our men and women in uniform, put an end to the far left’s efforts to inject wokeness into our military, and to support our troops that fight every day to preserve the liberties and freedoms that are the foundation of our Constitutional Republic."" Background: Congresswoman Boebert voted for the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act, and it passed the House of Representatives with a bipartisan vote of 217-199. Congresswoman Boebert's three amendments that passed the House and were attached to the bill include: Boebert (R-CO) – Amendment No. 4 – Prohibits DoD from contracting with entities that are engaged in a boycott of the state of Israel. This amendment was passed via a unanimous, bipartisan voice vote. Boebert (R-CO) – Amendment No. 48 – Prohibition on federal funding for the Countering Extremist Activity Working Group or implement any recommendations from the group This amendment was passed with a recorded vote of 215-206. Boebert (R-CO) – Amendment No. 66 – Require DoD to report on institutions of higher education that host Confucius Institutes that have received DoD funding. This amendment was passed via a unanimous, bipartisan voice vote. Background Courtesy of the House Armed Services Committee: The FY25 NDAA focuses resources on improving the lives of our servicemembers, and their families, who sacrifice so much to protect our nation. It takes important steps to address the security threats America faces from adversaries including China, Iran, and foreign terrorist organizations. Critically, it supports the continued modernization of our nuclear deterrence, invests in our naval fleet, boosts innovation, and revitalizes our defense industrial base. Fully funds our national defense while cutting costs and improving efficiency by: Authorizing $895.2 billion for national defense discretionary programs, an increase of $9 billion over the FY24 enacted level, and in line with the spending level set by the Fiscal Responsibility Act. Saving taxpayers $30 billion by cutting inefficient programs, obsolete weapons systems, and unnecessary Pentagon bureaucracy. Improves servicemember quality of life to address military recruitment, retention, and readiness by: Authorizing a 19.5% pay raise for junior enlisted servicemembers and supports a 4.5% pay raise for all other servicemembers. Ensuring access to medical care, including mental health services and specialty providers. Increasing access to childcare by authorizing $204 million for construction of new childcare centers. Supporting military spouses by making it easier to find and maintain employment. The FY24 NDAA (P.L. 118-311) banned critical race theory in the military, gutted DEI at the Department of Defense (DoD), and included the Parents Bill of Rights to ensure military parents’ right to review curriculum, meet with teachers, and provide consent before any medical exams or screenings at school. The FY25 bill builds on those gains to combat the Biden Administration’s radical, woke ideology and restores the focus of our military on lethality by: Requiring merit-based promotions. Ending affirmative action at service academies. Prohibiting DoD from establishing or maintaining any office or committee charged with recommending or implementing DEI policies at DoD schools. Prohibiting DoD from contracting with advertising firms like NewsGuard that blacklist conservative new sources. Preventing a military Green New Deal. Deters Chinese Communist Party (CCP) aggression by: Extending the Pacific Deterrence Initiative to enhance U.S. deterrence and defense posture in the Indo-Pacific region and authorizes over $650 million in INDOPACOM Commander priorities left unfunded in the Biden budget. Increasing funding for innovative new technologies needed to deter the CCP, including hypersonics and AI. Preventing Chinese espionage by prohibiting contracting with the subsidiaries of any Chinese civil-military companies to include any subsidiaries, the sharing of sensitive missile defense information with China, and Chinese nationals from being admitted to nuclear facilities Bolstering Taiwan’s defense and supports our Indo-Pacific allies and partners. Increases oversight and requires accountability from the Biden Administration by: Ensuring the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter meets performance requirements. Cracking down on contractor waste by cutting over $4.3 billion in weapons programs that have not met development milestones or are experiencing excessive cost growth. Enhancing congressional oversight of DoD programs. Improves military readiness, strengthens our industrial base, and supports the deployment of innovative and new technologies to ensure our warfighters are prepared for whatever lies ahead by: Blocking the Biden Administration’s plan to reduce the number of U.S. Special Forces. Countering adversarial drone warfare through the establishment of a Drone Corps as a basic branch of the Army. Providing certainty for the Defense Industrial Base, including the establishment of acquisition thresholds for American made batteries. Blocking the Biden Administration’s request to retire two battle force ships with remaining service life, in addition to certain aircraft. Provides unprecedented levels of support for, our ally, Israel, and the resources necessary to counter our adversaries by: Authorizing full funding for joint U.S.-Israel cooperative missile defense programs (Iron Dome, Arrow, David’s Sling). Requiring DoD to asses pre-launch missile defeat capabilities to eliminate missile threats from Iran and their terrorist proxies. Prohibiting DoD from providing security assistance funding to the Taliban or Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan. Extending the prohibition on closing Guantanamo Bay and moving terrorists to prisons in the U.S. Strengthens our nuclear posture, improves missile defense, and accelerates delivery of space capabilities by: Fully funding modernization of the nuclear triad and invests in nuclear sea-launched cruise missiles. Continuing support for investments in innovative commercial space solutions that would increase our capacity and resilience in space. Continues DoD support of law enforcement operations along our southwest and maritime borders by:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-takes-action-support-americas-veterans,Rep. Boebert Takes Action to Support America's Veterans,2024-06-06,2024,2024-06,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lauren Boebert voted for H.R. 8580 and to fully fund America's veterans healthcare and benefits. Additionally, this Appropriations bill also contained five of Congresswoman Boebert’s amendments that passed the House this week with unanimous, bipartisan consent to redirect an additional $10,000,000 to our nation's veterans and their programs. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) stated, “Our men and women in uniform make extraordinary sacrifices to defend America and preserve our rights. I will always fight to ensure these heroes receive the care they earned and this appropriations bill that passed the House with my support provides full funding for their healthcare and full funding for their veterans benefits. This legislation also protects us from dangerous terrorists by preventing the closure of Guantanamo Bay. In addition, H.R. 8520 contains an important amendment that passed with my support that prevents Biden and his agency minions from disarming 20,000 veterans as well as five of my amendments that passed the House to improve veterans' care and services. Finally, this America First bill also prohibits the VA from processing medical care claims for illegal aliens."" Background: This week, the House passed H.R. 8580, the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025, with Congresswoman Lauren Boebert's support by a bipartisan vote of 209 to 197. Congresswoman Boebert passed five amendments to this bill with unanimous bipartisan support through the House of Representatives to improve veterans’ benefits and services as part of the bipartisan en bloc amendment package. Congresswoman Boebert’s amendments that passed the House include the following: Boebert Amendment No. 3 Redirects $2 million to provide additional resources for medical and prosthetic research to ensure our veterans receive cutting-edge medical care from the VA. Boebert Amendment No. 4 Redirects $2 million to the Office of the Inspector General to combat waste, fraud, and abuse. Boebert Amendment No. 5 Redirects $2 million to fund grants for the construction of veteran’s cemetery programs to assist state and tribal governments in providing burial benefits for veterans in rural areas lacking a VA national cemetery Boebert Amendment No. 6 Redirects $2 million to provide additional funding for the construction of new state-extended care facilities Boebert Amendment No. 7 Redirects $2 million to the Board of Veterans Appeals to help reduce its backlog so that veteran claims can be adjudicated in a timely manner. Some of Congresswoman Boebert's other actions to support America's veterans include: Congresswoman Boebert has now passed 11 amendments through the House with bipartisan support to increase funding for veterans’ care by $23,000,000.00 by redirecting funds from the bureaucracy to funding for veterans. She voted for at least four pro-veteran bills that became law. Congresswoman Boebert cosponsored H.J. Res 44, which protects millions of veterans and gun owners by nullifying the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives' (ATF’s) unconstitutional pistol brace ban rule. She transferred $2 million from Health and Human Services General Department Management for the purchase and implementation of telehealth services to improve health care coordination for rural veterans between rural providers and the Department of Veterans Affairs Congresswoman Boebert helped lead a successful pressure campaign to restart Honor Flight Services for our veterans visiting their memorials in Washington D.C. She redirected funding to the Board of Veterans’ Appeals from VA bureaucracy to reduce its backlog and process veterans’ claims more quickly. Congresswoman Boebert redirected funding from VA bureaucracy to VA IT systems to assist with reducing the veterans’ disability claims backlog. She voted for the Veterans Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act that became law to provide a 3.8% COLA increase for our nation’s heroes through a $4.9 billion increase annually for veteran’s benefits. Other background on H.R. 8580 courtesy of the House Appropriations Committee The FY25 MilCon-VA Appropriations Act honors our commitment to our nation’s veterans by fully funding health care and benefits programs, bolsters our national security through robust funding for the Indo-Pacific region, and reins in the woke ideology pushed by the Biden Administration. The bill provides a total of $378.6 billion in overall funding, including $147.5 billion in discretionary funding for the Department of Defense (Military Construction and Family Housing), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and related agencies, and $231.1 billion for mandatory programs, namely medical care for toxic exposure. Military Construction and Housing - $17.9 billion, $412 million above the FY25 President’s Budget Request, including $1.1 billion for 11 barracks projects, $1.1 billion for investments in the Indo-Pacific region, and $2 billion for Military Family Housing. VA - $337.4 billion, $75.5 million above the FY25 President’s Budget Request and $30.2 billion above the FY24 enacted level, including $112.6 billion for medical care. Key Takeaways Honors our commitment to veterans by: Fully funding veterans’ health care programs. Fully funding veterans’ benefits and VA programs. Bolsters our national security by: Providing robust funding for the Indo-Pacific region, fully funding projects in Guam, and increasing resources for INDOPACOM to improve the Department of Defense posture in the region. Maintaining the prohibitions on the closure of Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and the use of military construction funds to build facilities for detainees on U.S. soil. Focuses the Executive Branch on its core responsibilities by: Reaffirming the political limits outlined in the Hatch Act, particularly those of lobbying Congress and using official resources for political purposes. Prohibiting the use of funds to promote or advance critical race theory. Prohibiting the implementation, administration, or enforcement of the Biden Administration’s executive orders on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Supports American values and principles by: Prohibiting taxpayer dollars from being used for abortion, using Hyde language which includes exceptions for rape, incest, and life of the mother. Protecting the 2nd Amendment rights of veterans, preventing VA from sending information to the FBI about veterans without a judge’s consent. Prohibiting VA from processing medical care claims for illegal aliens.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/five-boebert-amendments-increase-resources-veterans-benefits-pass-house,Five Boebert Amendments to Increase Resources for Veterans Benefits Pass the House,2024-06-04,2024,2024-06,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, five of Congresswoman Boebert’s amendments to honor our commitment to our nation’s veterans by increasing veteran services passed the House. They will increase the availability of medical services, reduce the VA claims backlog, increase funding for military funerals in areas without VA national cemeteries, construct additional extended care facilities for veterans, and combat waste, fraud, and abuse at the VA. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) stated, “Our veterans have put everything on the line to defend this great country and our freedoms. I will always take steps to ensure our nation's heroes receive the benefits they earned. “From providing additional funding for the construction of new state-extended care facilities to increasing funds for medical and prosthetic research, and from reducing the backlog at the Board of Veterans’ Appeals to providing burial benefits for veterans in rural areas lacking a VA national cemetery, my amendments will directly improve the quality of life for veterans throughout Colorado.” Background: Today, the House began consideration of H.R. 8580, the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025. Congresswoman Boebert passed five amendments with unanimous bipartisan support through the House of Representatives to improve veterans’ benefits as part of the bipartisan en bloc amendment package. Congresswoman Boebert’s amendments that passed the House include the following: Boebert Amendment No. 3 Redirects $2 million to provide additional resources for medical and prosthetic research to ensure our veterans receive cutting-edge medical care from the VA. Boebert Amendment No. 4 Redirects $2 million to the Office of the Inspector General to combat waste, fraud, and abuse. Boebert Amendment No. 5 Redirects $2 million to fund grants for the construction of veteran’s cemetery programs to assist state and tribal governments in providing burial benefits for veterans in rural areas lacking a VA national cemetery. Boebert Amendment No. 6 Redirects $2 million to provide additional funding for the construction of new state-extended care facilities. Boebert Amendment No. 7 Redirects $2 million to the Board of Veterans Appeals to help reduce its backlog so that veteran claims can be adjudicated in a timely manner. Colorado is home to one of the largest veteran populations in the Nation—many of whom reside in rural areas. Congresswoman Boebert has a strong record fighting to ensure our Nation's veterans receive the benefits they earned. Congresswoman Boebert has now passed 11 amendments through the House with bipartisan support to increase funding for veterans’ care by $23,000,000.00 by redirecting funds from the bureaucracy to funding for veterans. She voted for four pro-veteran bills that became law. Congresswoman Boebert cosponsored H.J. Res 44, which protects millions of veterans and gun owners by nullifying the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives' (ATF’s) unconstitutional pistol brace ban rule. She transferred $2 million from Health and Human Services General Department Management for the purchase and implementation of telehealth services to improve health care coordination for rural veterans between rural providers and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Congresswoman Boebert helped lead a successful pressure campaign to restart Honor Flight Services for our veterans visiting their memorials in Washington D.C. She redirected funding to the Board of Veterans’ Appeals from VA bureaucracy to reduce its backlog and process veterans’ claims more quickly. Congresswoman Boebert redirected funding from VA bureaucracy to VA IT systems to assist with reducing the veterans’ disability claims backlog.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-boebert-and-hageman-introduce-cra-bill-terminate-bidens-anti-oil-and-gas,Reps. Boebert and Hageman Introduce CRA Bill to Terminate Biden’s Anti-Oil and Gas Rule,2024-05-31,2024,2024-05,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Lauren Boebert and Rep. Harriet Hageman introduced a joint resolution of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to terminate the Biden Regime’s final Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process rule. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) stated, “Green New Deal activists killed coal and good-paying jobs in Colorado. Now, the Biden Regime is trying to kill responsible oil and gas production through an overreaching new regulation that targets small businesses, undermines the law, discourages production, and will cause gas prices to increase further. Natural gas provides nearly 35% of Colorado's electricity generation and heats seven out of every 10 homes. The oil and gas industry supports 300,000 jobs in Colorado, comprises 11% of our state’s economy, and generates nearly $600 million annually for education. Biden's agency minions fail to recognize these benefits or that America is the world leader in emissions reductions because of significant advancements in technology for oil and gas production. Our bill will terminate the latest regulatory attack on the fossil fuel industry while providing relief for American families so they have access to reliable and affordable energy."" Rep. Harriet Hageman (WY-AL) said, “This rule will devastate Wyoming's oil and gas industry. Over 85% of the oil and gas operators in Wyoming are small, locally owned, and operated companies. These 400+ Wyoming companies directly employ over 1,500 Wyoming residents. Should this rule be implemented, Wyoming companies will be cut out of the surety market, preventing essential revenue streams for the state, and killing meaningful jobs that keep our communities afloat. More fees, stricter regulations, ambiguity in the lease approval process – its all just another day at the office for a Biden administration that is doing everything in its power to eliminate fossil fuels. It is critical that Congress fights back and disapproves the Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process final rule.” Background: Rep. Lauren Boebert and Rep. Harriet Hageman introduced a joint resolution of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to terminate the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM's) final Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process rule. On April 23, 2024, the BLM finalized a new regulation entitled Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process. This final rule becomes effective June 22nd. This job-killing new mandate implements provisions from the partisan Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which increased the royalty rate for production on federal lands while also increasing and creating new fees for oil and gas producers. While the final rule codifies pieces of the IRA, it also makes major, non-statutory, changes to the BLM’s onshore leasing program. The new regulation greatly increases bonding levels for production on federal lands and disproportionately impacts smaller producers who can’t afford to operate in the surety market. These additional fees will ultimately harm returns and reduce revenues to state and local governments by discouraging development on federal lands. Additionally, the final rule introduces “preference criteria” in federal leasing which could be devastating for future production on public lands. This is problematic if BLM field offices avoid leasing in all areas with endangered or threatened species, critical habitats, or nearby recreation areas. This new mandate will greatly limit leasing on federal lands in contradiction to the multiple-use mandate established in the Federal Land Policy and Management Act. The new regulation creates new fees and increases existing fees while blocking new leasing outside of current areas that are producing. This is especially egregious given this Regime's poor track record with respect to lease sales and drilling permit approvals. Finally, this rule increases energy production costs while further disincentivizing small businesses and operators from producing domestically. These new costs will ultimately be passed along to consumers, driving up energy costs for American families and further shifting production to countries like Russia, Saudi Arabia, China, and Venezuela. Earlier this month, Western Energy Alliance, the Independent Petroleum Association of New Mexico, the New Mexico Oil and Gas Association, the North Dakota Petroleum Council, the Petroleum Association of Wyoming, and the Utah Petroleum Association filed a lawsuit challenging this new rule in U.S. District Court. The oil and gas trade associations stated that the new regulation ""will deter development of federal oil and gas, disproportionately affect small companies, effectively close eligible and available lands to new leasing, and violate BLM’s duty to promote oil and gas development as a multiple use of federal lands"" and asked for the new regulation to be vacated ""because the rule is procedurally deficient, arbitrary and capricious, and contrary to law."" Every Republican along with 3 Democrats voted to nullify this rule earlier this year with the passage through the House of Representatives of Rep. Boebert's Restoring American Energy Dominance Act. Cosponsors of this bill include: Rep. Andy Ogles (TN-05), Rep. Kelly Armstrong (ND-AL), Rep. Harriet Hageman (WY-AL), Rep. Troy Nehls (TX-22) Paul Gosar (AZ-09), Ryan Zinke (MT-01), Doug Lamborn (CO-05), Tom McClintock (CA-05), Dan Newhouse (WA-04 ), Randy Weber (TX-14), Matt Rosendale (MT-02).",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:01:11Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lauren-boebert-announces-june-staff-mobile-office-hours,Congresswoman Lauren Boebert Announces June Staff Mobile Office Hours,2024-05-29,2024,2024-05,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert announced mobile office hours for the coming weeks. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) stated: “If any citizen in Colorado’s Third Congressional District ishaving issues with a federal agency, or want your voice to be heard, please come to one of our mobile office hours, and a member of my team will be happy to assist you.” Staff from Congresswoman Boebert’s office will be available to help constituents who aren’t getting answers from federal agencies, like veterans seeking to get the care they earned from the VA, travelers that need expedited assistance to receive a passport on short notice, taxpayers being harassed by the IRS, and senior citizens having issues with the Social Security Administration or Medicare. Additionally, constituents are invited to come to the office hours to express their viewpoints on legislative issues or request special Congressional Commendations from the Congresswoman recognizing outstanding public achievements. Congresswoman Boebert’s office has hosted over 270 mobile office hours in every county in the district, helped over 3,026 people, and returned over $6,313,680.23 to constituents. Mobile office hours will be available at the following times and locations: Tuesday, June 4, 2024 San Juan County Mobile Office Hours San Juan County Courthouse Commission Meeting Room 1557 Greene Street Silverton, CO 10:00am-Noon Costilla County Mobile Office Hours San Luis Town Hall 408 Main Street San Luis, CO 1:00pm-2:00pm Monday, June 10, 2024 Otero County Mobile Office Hours Otero County Courthouse Room 209B 13 West Third Street La Junta, CO 11:00am–Noon Tuesday, June 11, 2024 Ouray County Mobile Office Hours Ridgway Public Library Outside Meeting Room 300 Charles Street Ridgway, CO 11:00am-Noon Montrose County Mobile Office Hours Montrose City Hall Annex Building 433 South 1st Street Montrose, CO 1:30pm-2:30pm Thursday, June 20, 2024",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:01:11Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boeberts-rural-jobs-and-hydropower-expansion-act-gets-important-hearing,Rep. Boebert’s Rural Jobs and Hydropower Expansion Act Gets Important Hearing,2024-05-22,2024,2024-05,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s Rural Jobs and Hydropower Expansion Act received an important legislative hearing. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “Hydropower is one of the cheapest, cleanest, and most reliable forms of electricity. Designating Reclamation’s Power Resources Office at its Colorado headquarters as a one-stop shop for hydropower will reduce bureaucracy, lower costs, and help create good-paying jobs in rural America. My bill streamlines the permitting process and authorizes new non-federal hydropower development on Reclamation projects on a much larger scale to include diversion dams and other facilities. Further expanding clean hydro will help lower energy costs for American families and small businesses and create jobs in rural America.” Craig Horrell, General Manager for the Central Oregon Irrigation District, testifying on behalf of the Family Farm Alliance and the Deschutes Basin Board of Control said, “The bill represents another important step towards facilitating the development of clean, renewable energy on Reclamation projects…H.R. 8263 seeks to address many of the challenges faced by Reclamation-facility water managers by authorizing development of hydropower using all Reclamation facilities… H.R. 8263 extends two important protections in the underlying law to the expanded universe of Reclamation facilities authorized by the bill, including re-affirming hydropower development as secondary to water supply and delivery purposes and ensuring that there will be no financial and operational impacts to existing water users...Thank you again for this opportunity to testify in favor of H.R. 8263. This legislation is very important to the many beneficiaries of the federal projects within the Deschutes Basin Board of Control and throughout the arid West. I respectfully urge the Subcommittee’s favorable consideration of H.R. 8263.” David Palumbo, Deputy Commissioner at the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation testified, “H.R. 8263 builds on past, successful bipartisan efforts to streamline the permitting process, spurring additional, non-federal hydropower development on Reclamation projects. As written, H.R. 8263 would amend the Reclamation Project Act of 1939 to explicitly expand LOPP authorities across all Reclamation project sites, not just conduits as described in the Bureau of Reclamation Small Conduit Hydropower Development and Rural Jobs Act (P.L. 113-24), and offer further streamlining opportunities for our operating partners and beneficiaries. Reclamation supports the intent of the legislation to streamline the permitting process.” Background: Today, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s bill, H.R. 8263, the Rural Jobs and Hydropower Expansion Act, received an important legislative hearing in front of the House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries. The Rural Jobs and Hydropower Expansion Act spurs additional non-federal hydropower development on Reclamation projects and streamlines the permitting process by amending the Reclamation Project Act of 1939. The hydropower industry supports nearly 8,000 good-paying jobs in the U.S., mostly in rural America. The Bureau of Reclamation owns and operates 53 hydroelectric plants and is the country’s second-largest hydropower producer. Reclamation’s hydroelectric plants generate 40,000 megawatt-hours of electricity, meeting the demand of approximately 3.5 million homes. H.R. 8263 formally authorizes the development of hydropower using all Reclamation facilities and encourages irrigation districts, electric utilities and others to develop new hydropower. Current non-federal hydropower development on Reclamation projects and the associated permits can fall under both the Bureau of Reclamation and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) often requiring approvals from both agencies depending on the project. This fragmented system can lead to significant permitting delays, increased costs and other inefficiencies when seeking to develop new hydroelectric resources. This split in agency jurisdiction has led to nearly 70 non-federal projects being subject to a dual permitting processes and nearly a dozen projects requiring dual permits in the development stages.H.R. 8263 creates a one-stop shop to help solve these permitting issues by giving the Bureau of Reclamation exclusive authority to issue permits for hydropower development within Reclamation projects.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:12:30Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/boeberts-trust-science-act-passes-house,Boebert’s Trust the Science Act Passes House,2024-04-30,2024,2024-04,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s Trust the Science Act passed the House of Representatives with a bipartisan vote. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “Out-of-touch Denver and Boulder leftists voted to reintroduce wolves in Colorado. Farmers and ranchers are powerless to defend their livestock from wolf attacks and there have been 8 confirmed wolf livestock killings in April alone. Rather than celebrating the gray wolf recovery success story, leftists want to cower to radical environmentalists and keep them on the Endangered Species Act list forever. The gray wolf is fully recovered and should be delisted in the lower 48 states. Today’s bipartisan passage of my Trust the Science Act empowers states and puts people ahead of violent predators.” House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) said, “As a member of the ESA working group, Congresswoman Boebert has been a vocal champion for reforms to the bureaucratic red tape surrounding wildlife management. Her Trust the Science Act is a commonsense, pragmatic step forward to giving local communities power to manage the wildlife they know best instead of ceding control to radical environmentalists who think they know best. The bipartisan science is clear: it’s time to delist the gray wolf and celebrate it as an ESA success story.” ""The weaponization of the Endangered Species Act by the Biden Administration and extreme environmentalists has been unrelenting and deeply disappointing,” said Western Caucus Chairman Dan Newhouse (WA-04). “By all metrics, the gray wolf population has recovered. But instead of pursuing common sense, science-backed approaches to delisting, this Administration continues to weaponize the ESA against private landowners. I’m proud to support this legislation that delists the gray wolf and returns management to the states, while eliminating activist judges from the process.” Background: The Trust the Science Act successfully passed the House today with a vote of 209-205 with bipartisan support. The Trust the Science Act requires the Secretary of the Interior to reissue the 2020 Department of the Interior final rule that delisted gray wolves in the lower 48 United States. Gray wolves were first listed under the Endangered Species Preservation Act in 1967. In 2009, the Obama administration upheld the decision to delist gray wolves when then-Interior Secretary Ken Salazar, a Democrat from Colorado, announced the decision at a press conference, that the Fish and Wildlife Service decision to delist gray wolves was “a supportable one…Scientists have concluded that recovery has occurred.” In 2011, Congress directed USFWS to reinstate a rule to delist the gray wolf in the Northern Rockies Ecosystem. In 2013, the Obama administration proposed delisting gray wolves in the lower 48 states. In 2020, the Department of the Interior and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service delisted the gray wolf in the lower 48 United States through a process that included the best science and data available. At over 6,000 wolves at the time of delisting, the gray wolf has been the latest Endangered Species Act success story with significant population recoveries in the Rocky Mountains and western Great Lakes regions. Frivolous litigation was filed by the Defenders of Wildlife, WildEarth Guardians, and other extremist groups, and an activist California judge subsequently pandered to these groups by vacating the 2020 rule and unilaterally relisting the gray wolf by judicial fiat. In April of 2022, the Biden administration appealed the ruling of this California activist judge and supported the 2020 rule that delisted gray wolves in the lower 48 United States. The Biden administration announced an unwarranted finding for two frivolous petitions that tried to list gray wolves under the ESA in the Northern Rocky Mountains and the Western United States. State and tribal wildlife agencies have a proven record of successfully managing gray wolves. Montana’s successful state management resulted in gray wolves being 500 percent above Fish and Wildlife Service recovery goals. Idaho’s successful state management resulted in gray wolves being 700 percent above recovery goals. There are now as estimated 6,000 wolves in the lower 48. Furthermore, there are an estimated 7,000 to 11,000 gray wolves in Alaska. And there are an estimated 30,000 gray wolves in Canada. Stakeholders that have supported the Trust the Science Act in the 117th Congress or the 118th Congress include: Alaska Farm Bureau Federation, American Farm Bureau Federation, BigGame Forever, Colorado Cattlemen's Association, Colorado Conservation Alliance, Colorado Farm Bureau, Colorado Livestock Association, Colorado Wool Growers Association, Coalition of Arizona/New Mexico Counties for Stable Economic Growth, Douglas Creek Conservation District, FreedomWorks, Hunter Nation, Idaho Farm Bureau Federation, IOTR-International Order of T. Roosevelt, Mid States Wool Growers Association, Minnesota Farm Bureau, Minnesota Lamb & Wool Producers Association, Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association, National Rifle Association (NRA), New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association, New Mexico Wool Growers Inc., Oregon Cattlemen’s Association, Rio Blanco County Commissioners, Rio Blanco County Farm Bureau, Safari Club International (SCI), Sportsmen for Fish and Wildlife, Southwestern Colorado Livestock Association, Washington Farm Bureau, Washington State Hunter Heritage Council, Western Caucus, White River Conservation District, Wisconsin Cattleman’s Association, and Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T20:47:55Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-community-project-fundingappropriations-deadlines,Rep. Boebert Community Project Funding/Appropriations Deadlines,2024-04-26,2024,2024-04,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Congresswoman Lauren Boebert has released her form for Fiscal Year 2025 Community Project Funding requests and her form for Fiscal Year 2025 Appropriations funding requests, rider requests, language requests, and letter sign on requests. Fiscal Year 2025 Appropriations funding requests, rider requests, language requests, and letter sign on requests are due to Congresswoman Boebert's office by Tuesday, April 30th, 2024, at midnight Mountain Time. For more information about this fiscal year’s Appropriations funding requests, rider requests, language requests, and letter sign on requests process click HERE and HERE. For the form click HERE. Community Project Funding requests are due to Congresswoman Boebert's office by Thursday, May 2nd, 2024, at midnight Mountain Time. Community Project Funding allows local governments and qualified non-profits to receive a one-time, small to medium-sized federal allocation (usually $1 million to $5 million) to complete projects of local importance and priority. Last fiscal year, Congresswoman Boebert secured over $20 million for 10 important water and infrastructure projects in the Third District through Community Project Funding requests that were included in House Appropriations bills and signed into law. For more information about this fiscal year’s Community Project Funding requests' process click HERE and HERE. For the form click HERE. Completed forms need to be emailed to boebert.appropriations@mail.house.gov If eligible entities have any questions, they can also email this email and a staffer from the Congresswoman’s office will contact them as soon as possible.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T20:47:55Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-blasts-biden-blm-rule,Rep. Boebert Blasts Biden BLM Rule,2024-04-20,2024,2024-04,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lauren Boebert and several of her colleagues blasted the Biden Administration’s so-called Conservation and Landscape Health final rule enacted by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). This new regulation is a direct threat to rural America and violates the Federal Land Policy and Management Act's multiple-use mandate. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert stated, “Biden’s bureaucrats’ so-called BLM Conservation Rule is just another misguided land grab meant to prevent oil and gas production at a time when sky-high gas prices and inflation are looting the pocketbooks of the American people. This new regulation is also an attack on our ranchers and farmers that will end grazing on federal lands and will also prevent Coloradans from accessing their public lands. I’ll be working closely with my colleagues on the Natural Resources Committee as well as the Western Caucus and Freedom Caucus to overturn this overreaching rule.” ""This devastating decision threatens the western way of life and is a slap in the face for local communities who have diligently stewarded America's resources for generations. Access and the multiple uses of BLM land are an integral part of life in western states and is the backbone of rural economies across the country,” saidHouse Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (AR-04). “When this rule was proposed, several western governors, members of Congress, and thousands of Americans used BLM’s comment period to publicly share their opposition, yet their concerns have gone unheard. Today is another example of the Biden administration leaving local communities out of the conversation and blatantly disregarding input from the American families that are impacted the most. This rule fundamentally threatens the land we use to feed and fuel our country and is at best vaguely defined, unnecessary and burdensome. Fortunately, the House Committee on Natural Resources has been advancing a solution. Congressman Curtis's WEST Act amplifies the concerns of stakeholders across western states and will require the BLM director to withdraw this severely misguided rule and manage lands in accordance with the agency’s statutory multiple use mandate. I look forward to doing everything in my power to help get the WEST Act through the House and I’d like to thank Congressman Curtis for his leadership on this important issue."" “BLM’s new rule effectively cedes control of federal lands from those who have been managing the land for generations through ranching and grazing,” said Rep. Doug LaMalfa (CA-01). “Access to BLM land is a fundamental part of life in western states and essential for many rural economies, it’s not a privilege for wealthy enviro groups to buy up and lock up in the name of ‘conservation’.” “This rule is an example of everything that’s wrong with the administrative state,” said Rep. Celeste Maloy (UT-02). “Congress’ directive to the BLM is to manage land for multiple uses and sustained yield. This rule eliminates multiple use. Therefore, this rule is in contradiction to the agency’s authority. It has to be stopped before it is implemented.” “As energy prices continue to rise across the country, this Administration has created yet another nonsensical rule that will effectively lock up more land and raise energy costs,” said Rep. Jay Obernolte (CA-23). “By restricting land from being utilized under the false guise of conservation, this rule will only make it more expensive for American companies to extract resources and generate energy. Those increased costs will be passed along to consumers, further fueling inflation and making it even harder for Californian families to make ends meet.” “This final rule is a step backwards for responsible stewardship of our lands,” said Rep. Adrian Smith (NE-03). “It’s clear from federal land grabs like this and President Biden’s broader 30x30 agenda, the administration has no interest in recognizing congressional intent and feedback from stakeholders. Communities across the west are highly dependent on access to multiple-use public lands for their health, recreation, and livelihoods, and BLM should immediately reverse course.” “The Bureau of Land Management's Conservation and Landscape Health rule will lock away more federal land – limiting the American people’s ability to responsibly use our lands for activities, such as recreation, timber harvesting, livestock grazing, and energy development,” said Rep. Tom Tiffany (WI-07). “It is another example of the Biden administration catering to extremist environmental groups that do not want Americans accessing our public lands.” “Once again, the Biden Administration is ignoring the multiple use mandate on BLM lands in favor of radical environmentalists funding their political operation and controlling western lands,” said Rep. Ryan Zinke (MT-01). “Conservation has always been an end goal of the BLM’s mandate and is already a focus for all those who utilize our public lands. The enactment of ‘conservation leases’ is about control and is a direct threat to communities that create jobs, fund their schools, and build their livelihoods on grazing, mining, energy production and outdoor recreation. I will be submitting a rider on the FY25 Interior appropriations bill blocking this rule until a new administration is in control.” “This rule from the Biden administration would jeopardize several years of successful management and collaboration between stakeholders who live, work, and recreate on public lands,” said Rep. Mike Simpson (ID-02). “As Chairman of the House Interior and Environment Appropriations Subcommittee—which has jurisdiction over the BLM—I will continue to push back against this misguided decision.” ""It is critical that Utah's land remains under the stewardship of those who have tended it for generations. This rule from the Biden Administration undermines the very people who rely on our federal lands for ranching, grazing, recreation, and beyond,” said Rep. John Curtis (UT-03). “Utahns know the true value of these lands, and this rule unjustly restricts access that should remain open to everyone. Instead, it favors wealthy individuals and environmental groups, allowing them to lock up land that belongs to all Utahns. I will work tirelessly to repeal this disastrous effort."" ""Idahoans have enjoyed the vast natural resources the state has to offer for decades, and this rule change will have drastic impacts on the future of recreation, grazing, and natural resource production,"" said Rep. Russ Fulcher (ID-01). ""I am deeply disappointed that BLM announced the final ruling and extensive changes to the Federal Land Policy and Management Act (FLPMA). BLM manages twelve million acres of Idaho federal land. Idahoans have the congressional right to utilize the resources in their backyard for multiple uses, and I indeed to fight to ensure that stays in place."" “Once again this Administration is using federal agencies to circumvent Congress and create rules that destroy our Western way of life,” said Rep. Harriet Hageman (WY-AL). “The finalization of this disastrous rule, which was created without the input of the families, farmers, ranchers, tribes, and others that best know and care for our public lands, will negatively impact Wyoming and all Western states. It impowers radical environmentalist groups to restrict public access to public lands. I was proud to cosponsor legislation to withdraw this rule and will continue to fight against this Biden land grab.” Background: Biden’s Bureau of Land Management (BLM) enacted a new regulatory mandate titled, “Conservation and Landscape Health.” This flawed rule contradicts the Congressional intent behind the Federal Land Management and Policy Act (FLPMA) by classifying conservation as a use for the purpose of fulfilling the congressional mandate that public lands have multiple uses including mineral exploration and production, livestock grazing, rights-of-way, fish and wildlife development, recreation, and timber. The FLPMA never mentions “conservation” as an active multiple use on federal land and Congress never passed a new law to authorize this rule. The Biden administration also made up a definition of “ecological resilience” for this regulation, a term that is never mentioned in FLPMA. The Biden administration is attempting to unilaterally rewrite the law through regulation and using this definition change to covertly implement its radical 30x30 initiative that aims to lock up 30% of all land and water in the United States by 2030. Congresswoman Boebert is a strong champion of multiple use on public lands, and she introduced the 30x30 Termination Act to prohibit the Biden administration from enacting policies that prevent Americans from utilizing their public lands. Thousands of rural communities depend on access to BLM lands for recreation, grazing, timber production, and energy production. BLM estimated in fiscal year 2021, that BLM programs support more than $200 billion in economic output and approximately 783,000 jobs.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T20:47:55Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/20-boebert-legislative-priorities-signed-law,20 Boebert Legislative Priorities Signed Into Law,2024-03-22,2024,2024-03,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"20 of Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s legislative priorities were signed into law as part of the final six bills in the consolidated appropriations package for Fiscal Year 2024. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert stated, “I worked hard with the House Appropriations Committee to ensure that 20 of Colorado and my legislative priorities were included in these must-pass bills that were signed into law.” Background: Congresswoman Lauren Boebert successfully worked with the House Committee on Appropriations to secure the aforementioned 20 appropriations requests into public law as part of the final six bills in the consolidated appropriations package for Fiscal Year 2024. Ranking Member Granger’s letter to Congresswoman Boebert detailing these legislative victories can be found here. Also in March of 2024, twenty-five other of Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s legislative priorities were signed into law as part of the first six bills in the consolidated appropriations package for Fiscal Year 2024. In December of 2022, twenty-two of Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s legislative priorities were signed into law in H.R. 2617, the consolidated appropriations package for Fiscal Year 2023. In March of 2022, nine of Congresswoman Boebert's appropriations requests for Colorado were signed into law as part of the appropriations package for Fiscal Year 2022. In total, Rep. Boebert has passed 76 legislative appropriations initiatives into law and also the Pueblo Jobs Act into law. 10 of her appropriations victories signed into law secured over $20 million for important water and infrastructure projects in Colorado through Boebert Community Project Funding requests.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T20:32:04Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/boeberts-25-legislative-priorities-signed-law,Boebert's 25 Legislative Priorities Signed into Law,2024-03-22,2024,2024-03,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Twenty-five of Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s legislative priorities were signed into law as part of the first six bills in the consolidated appropriations package for Fiscal Year 2024. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert stated, “I worked hard with the House Appropriations Committee to ensure that twenty-five of Colorado and my legislative priorities were included in these must-pass bills and signed into law.” Background: Congresswoman Lauren Boebert successfully worked with the House Committee on Appropriations to secure the aforementioned twenty-five appropriations requests into public law as part of the first six bills in the consolidated appropriations package for Fiscal Year 2024. Ranking Member Granger’s letter to Congresswoman Boebert detailing these legislative victories can be found here. In December of 2022, twenty-two of Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s legislative priorities were signed into law in H.R. 2617, the consolidated appropriations package for Fiscal Year 2023. In March of 2022, nine of Congresswoman Boebert's appropriations requests for Colorado were signed into law as part of the appropriations package for Fiscal Year 2022.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T20:32:04Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/boebert-bill-block-bidens-16-million-acre-colorado-land-grab-receives-0,Boebert Bill to Block Biden's 1.6 Million-Acre Colorado Land Grab Receives Hearing,2024-03-20,2024,2024-03,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Congresswoman Lauren Boebert's Colorado Energy Prosperity Act, H.R. 6547, legislation that prohibits the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) from locking up 1.6 million acres of land in Colorado from responsible oil and gas production, received an important hearing in the House Committee on Natural Resources. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “The American people continue to struggle with sky-high gas prices from the Biden Regime's relentless attacks on American energy. Biden and his bureaucrats are pandering to radical Green New Deal extremists to try and eliminate fossil fuels, causing significant harm to job creation, losses of revenues for education, further increasing gas prices, and further undermining American energy independence. Colorado can’t afford for this regime to lock up another 1.6 million acres from responsible energy production and multiple-use activities."" Kathleen Sgamma, President of Western Energy Alliance, stated, “The extent of the current proposed land closures and restrictions is at an unprecedented level, with the ultimate effect being a ban on leasing in large parts of the federal mineral estate...[Local communities] rely on responsible oil and natural gas production from public lands for economic prosperity and job creation. Oil and natural gas development in this area has shaped the cultural and societal fabric of the community and supports a robust economy.” Background: Today, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert's Colorado Energy Prosperity Act received an important hearing in the House Committee on Natural Resources. To watch the full Committee hearing click HERE. At the hearing, Kathleen Sgamma, President of Western Energy Alliance, testified in strong support of Congresswoman Boebert's bill. H.R. 6547 to prohibit the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) from implementing a plan to block oil and gas leasing on 1.6 million acres in Colorado. Specifically, H.R. 6547 would prevent finalization and implementation of the BLM's Draft Resource Management Plan (RMP) and Enviromental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Colorado River Valley and Grand Junction Field Offices. If the BLM’s proposal is finalized, the U.S. would lose access to vital energy resources while the American people are struggling with high gas and energy prices. This misguided plan would also establish nine different ""Areas of Critical Environmental Concern"" (ACECs) on over 100,000 acres in order to lock up more lands from responsible energy production. If this proposal is finalized, the entire country will feel its impact. Currently, projections indicate that over 600 wells may be lost by 2043. The implementation of this proposal would further contribute to an increase in that number. Consequently, this escalation is expected to result in higher gas prices and a heightened dependence on OPEC and foreign nations for energy supply. In response to this egregious plan, Congresswoman Boebert first sent a letter to Tracy Stone-Manning, Director of the BLM. You can read the full letter here urging her to rescind the proposed draft resource management plan. On November 3rd, Congresswoman Boebert’s amendment to block this land grab to the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2024 passed the House with strong bipartisan support. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert remains committed to securing American energy dominance. Amidst the Biden administration's efforts to transition away from the traditional oil and gas industry in favor of radical ""Green New Deal"" policies, Congresswoman Boebert stands as an advocate for preserving and strengthening these vital sectors. Congresswoman Boebert remains committed to securing the American people much-needed relief from rising gas prices and record-high inflation.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T20:32:04Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/boebert-blasts-biden-crime-family-house-impeachment-hearing,Boebert Blasts Biden Crime Family in House Impeachment Hearing,2024-03-20,2024,2024-03,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability held a hearing titled, “Influence Peddling: Examining Joe Biden’s Abuse of Public Office.” Witnesses included Biden family business associates Tony Bobulinski and Jason Galanis who testified that Joe Biden knew about, participated in, and enabled his family’s corrupt influence peddling schemes that made his family over $24 million. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “Joe Biden has leveraged his elected position to enable the Biden family, their business associates, and their shell companies to receive over $24 million dollars from China and other entities. Biden is compromised and a threat to our national security. It is far past time Congress evict the resident in the White House and hold him accountable for selling out the American people.” Background Courtesy of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability: Biden family business associates Tony Bobulinski and Jason Galanis testified under oath President Joe Biden actively participated in his family’s corrupt business dealings and acted as the closer for deals with Chinese and Russian entities. Mr. Tony Bobulinski, Biden family business associate: “Joe Biden was more than a participant in and beneficiary of his family’s business; he was an active, aware enabler who met with business associates such as myself to further the business, despite being buffered by a complex scheme to maintain plausible deniability.” Mr. Jason Galanis, Biden family business associate: “During the May 4th party, we were told to go to an area of the restaurant to gather because Hunter was going to call his father. Hunter called his father, said hello and ‘hold on, Pops,’ then put the call on speakerphone and said, ‘I am here with our friends I told you were coming to town, and we wanted to say hello.’ The Vice President said hello and some pleasantries […] and then seemed like he wanted to bring the call to an end by saying, ‘Ok then, you be good to my boy.’ Hunter responded by saying, ‘Everything is good, and we are moving ahead.’ The Vice President said something about ‘being helpful,’ and Hunter ended the call by saying that he was going to call his father later. […] A few days after this May 4th party, an email my lawyer provided to this committee shows that Devon had confirmed Ms. Baturina was committed to a ‘hard order’ of $10-20 million in a Burnham investment banking client.” The Bidens don’t sell a product or a service or a set of skills. President Joe Biden is “the brand” that the Biden family is selling for millions of dollars to those around the world willing to pay for it. Mr. Tony Bobulinski: “I want to be crystal clear: from my direct personal experience and what I have subsequently come to learn, it is clear to me that Joe Biden was ‘the Brand’ being sold by the Biden family. His family’s foreign influence peddling operation – from China to Ukraine and elsewhere – sold out to foreign actors who were seeking to gain influence and access to Joe Biden and the United States government. Mr. Jason Galanis: “The entire value-add of Hunter Biden to our business was his family name and his access to his father, Vice President Joe Biden.” House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.): “The scam is simple. It’s done over and over again. The Biden family promises Joe’s power, Joe Biden shows up, and millions of dollars come into the Bidens’ pockets. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-Ohio): “Millions of dollars from foreign entities run through twenty different companies, for what? Devon Archer told us what it was for: Access to the brand. And the brand was Joe Biden. The brand that played rounds of golf, took calls and meetings, attended lunches and dinners with Hunter Biden and his business partners.” Hunter Biden failed to appear alongside his business associates today because his testimony would not withstand public scrutiny when held up against witness facts and evidence uncovered showing Joe Biden’s involvement in the business schemes. Hunter for months has requested a public hearing, but when offered one alongside his business associates, he failed to show up. Mr. Bobulinski: “How are the American people supposed to get the unvarnished facts and truth when the son and brother of Joe Biden are willing to perjure themselves to protect the family?” President Joe Biden continues to lie directly to the American people about the central role he played in his family’s corrupt influence peddling schemes. Mr. Tony Bobulinski: “Why is Joe Biden blatantly lying to the American people? Why has he not simply leveled with the American people about all of the meetings, phone calls, emails and handshakes he has had with the Biden family’s U.S. and foreign business partners, including players from some of America’s most challenging adversaries such as China and Russia, as well as Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Romania and others. If he were doing nothing wrong, why go through this insane exercise of obstructing and denying obvious facts?” The House Committee on Oversight and Accountability released a video exposing Joe Biden’s repeated lies about his family’s influence peddling business. The video uses new footage from recent transcribed interviews with key witnesses who testified today.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T20:32:04Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-boeberts-bipartisan-restoring-american-energy-dominance-act-0,Congresswoman Boebert's Bipartisan Restoring American Energy Dominance Act Passes House,2024-03-20,2024,2024-03,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s Restoring American Energy Dominance Act passed the House of Representatives with bipartisan support. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “The Restoring American Energy Dominance Act reins in Biden’s Green New Deal Agenda and unleashes onshore energy production. Rogue bureaucrats at the Bureau of Land Management have no business proposing this misguided rule that will ruin smaller producers’ ability to afford to operate in the market. Regulations like this proposed rule will increase energy costs and threaten American energy production, American jobs, and our national security. Rather than appeasing radical climate activists, the United States should be incentivizing American energy production and creating more good-paying jobs across the West and in Colorado. I’d like to thank Chairman Westerman and all the local stakeholders for working with me to get H.R. 6009 passed through the House.” House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) stated, “Representative Boebert has delivered results for the state of Colorado and the American people with her energy work on the Natural Resources Committee. H.R. 6009 will ensure energy production on federal lands continues by nullifying BLM’s misguided and heavy-handed proposed rule that would phase out onshore energy production. This commonsense legislation unlocks our abundant resources and fights back against the Biden administration's energy failures, and passing it through the House is a major step for our nation's future.” Background: Today, H.R. 6009, the Restoring American Energy Dominance Act, passed the House of Representatives with strong bipartisan support by a vote of 216-200. On July 24, 2023, the BLM issued a proposed rule entitled Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process. The proposed mandate would formally implement provisions from the partisan Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which increased the royalty rate for production on federal lands while also increasing and creating new fees for producers. While the proposed rule codifies pieces of the IRA, it also makes major, non-statutory, changes to the BLM’s onshore leasing program. The proposed mandate greatly increases bonding levels for production on federal lands (even though there are only 37 orphaned wells on federal lands). Increased bonding fee requirements disproportionately impacts smaller producers who can’t afford to operate in the surety market. These additional fees will ultimately harm returns and reduce revenues to state and local governments by disincentivizing development on federal lands. Additionally, the proposed rule introduces “preference criteria” in federal leasing which could be devastating for future production on public lands. This is problematic if BLM field offices avoid leasing in all areas with endangered or threatened species, critical habitats, or nearby recreation areas. The proposed mandate could greatly limit leasing on federal lands under that criteria, in contradiction to the multiple-use mandate established in the Federal Land Policy and Management Act. The proposed regulation proposes to create new fees and increase existing fees while limiting the use of lease suspensions and drilling permit extensions. This is especially egregious given the Administration’s poor track record with respect to lease sales and drilling permit approvals. This proposed rule increases energy production costs while further disincentivizing operators from producing domestically. These new costs will ultimately be passed along to consumers, driving up energy costs for American families and further shifting production to countries like Russia, Saudi Arabia, China, and Venezuela. Cosponsors of Congresswoman Boebert’s Restoring American Energy Dominance Act include: Rep. Pete Stauber (MN-08), Rep. Harriet Hageman (WY-AL), Rep. Paul Gosar (AZ-09), Rep. Doug Lamborn (CO-05). Rep. Tom McClintock (CA-05), Rep. Ralph Norman (SC-05), Rep. Mary Miller (IL-15), Rep. Clay Higgins (LA-03), Rep. Troy Nehls (TX-22), and Rep. Andy Ogles (TN-05). The full text of the Restoring American Energy Dominance Act is available here. Additional Background Courtesy of House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources: Specifically, the rule proposes ending nationwide bonding and increasing the minimum bond amounts for individual lease bonds and statewide lease bonds from $10,000 to $150,000 and from $25,000 to $500,000 respectively. This significant increase will tie up capital that would otherwise be put back into production and is unjustifiable as there are only 37 orphaned oil and gas wells on BLM-managed lands. Additionally, the BLM has only utilized bonds to plug wells on federal lands 40 times over the last decade. Last month, Republican Members of the Committee on Natural Resources sent a letter to the BLM requesting an extension in the comment period given the significant policy shifts included in the regulation. On September 27th, the BLM responded to that letter stating that they do not plan on extending the comment period and instead plan to rush the regulation towards completion. This bill would force the BLM to withdraw the rule and would prevent the BLM from finalizing a substantially similar rule. Among other things, current regulations proposed by the BLM would:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T20:32:04Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-boebert-secures-over-20-million-colorado-water-and-infrastructure-projects,Rep. Boebert Secures Over $20 Million for Colorado Water and Infrastructure Projects,2024-03-18,2024,2024-03,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s 10 community project funding requests were signed into law as a part of H.R. 4366 and include over $20 million for important Colorado water and infrastructure projects. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert stated, “I'm thrilled that Colorado communities in the Third will receive more than $20 million to get 10 local water and infrastructure projects off the ground. This includes important federal resources for new water storage, improving water quality, funding water treatment plants, building new water supply lines, reducing congestion on I-70, and building roads and bridges. I'm grateful to all the local stakeholders who brought these important projects to my attention and that worked with my team and I throughout this process to ensure that 10 out of 10 of our requests were successfully funded in public law. Can't wait for the ribbon cuttings and to see these priorities come to fruition.” Background: 10 of Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s community project funding requests benefiting Colorado were signed into law as a part of H.R. 4366. This legislation was enacted on March 9th and includes $20.03 million for her Colorado water and infrastructure projects. Congresswoman Boebert played a key role in fixing the process for community project funding requests in the House of Representatives through the 2023 Speaker of the House negotiations. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert was the only Republican in Colorado to secure funding for important local priorities through this process. Congresswoman Boebert has been an extremely effective legislator. During her short tenure, she has passed 42 legislative priorities into law; passed seven bills, 65 amendments, and 69 appropriations victories through the House; passed another seven bills through the House Committee on Natural Resources and the House Committee on Administration; secured over $20 million in law for 10 critical water and infrastructure projects in Colorado with Community Project Funding asks included in Appropriations bills; passed the Pueblo Jobs Act into law which will create at least 1,000 new jobs in Colorado. A full list of all the community project projects included in the final Fiscal Year 2024 bills can be viewedHERE. Rep. Boebert's Community Project Funding Requests That Were Signed in to Law Include: Project: Huerfano County Water Storage Recipient Organization: Huerfano County Water Conservancy District. Location: Walsenburg, CO Amount Secured in Public Law: $1,576,000 Project Description: Funding for the Huerfano County Water Storage Project will be used to fortify the bank of Sheep Mountain Reservoir, an important augmentation facility located in Gardner in Huerfano County. Fortifying this reservoir will increase available water storage. Project: Wolf Creek Reservoir Recipient Organization: Rio Blanco Water Conservancy District Location: Rangely, CO Amount Secured in Public Law: $5,000,000 Project Description: The project will provide a critical water supply, as well as protect and stimulate rural development, including agriculture, for present and future water users. It will also foster new employment, income, business generation, and tax revenues to Northwest Colorado. This project will generate a cumulative total of $535 million in local spending resulting in $19 million in sales tax revenues and 360 new jobs for the first 30 years of operations. Project: Silt Water Plant Renovations Recipient Organization: Town of Silt Location: Silt, CO Amount Secured in Public Law: $2,053,000 Project Description: The Town of Silt water plant project will improve the water capacity and quality of drinking water in the Town of Silt. The only source of water for Silt is the Colorado River. With the latest wildfires and mudslides, water quality of the river has diminished. Treating this water is becoming more problematic. This plant will ensure that Silt will be able to treat the water effectively and supply the Town with quality water. Project: Gunnison Water Treatment Plant Project Recipient Organization: City of Gunnison Location: Gunnison, CO Amount Secured in Public Law: $1,750,000 Project Description: This will help fund a new water treatment plant to supply water to Gunnison’s citizens. The city desires to construct a new plant to implement modern treatment processes to refine water quality for its citizens and to diversify its water intake source by using the city’s robust water rights portfolio. Project: Cottonwood Pass Blue Hill Recipient Organization: Colorado Department of Transportation Location: Eagle County, CO Amount Secured in Public Law: $1,500,000 Project Description: I-70 through Glenwood Canyon has a high probability of frequent closures due to rockslides and mudslides because of the Grizzly Creek Fire in 2020. These closures have a lasting effect on tourism and local businesses and negatively impact the rural economy. The Blue Hill segment of Cottonwood Pass in Eagle County has been identified as an early action safety improvement project in the larger Cottonwood Pass improvements project. With improvements, Blue Hill will be the safest way for motorists to access Cottonwood Pass and help prevent a 6-hour detour through northern Colorado when I-70 shuts down. Congresswoman Boebert also introduced the I-70 Detour Act to direct the Secretary of Transportation to plan for a long-term solution to mitigate the impact of I-70 closures. Additionally, Congresswoman Boebert submitted a grant request letter supporting projects improving the I-70 corridor. Project: US Highway 160/East Bayfield Parkway New Signalized Intersection Recipient Organization: Town of Bayfield Location: Bayfield, CO Amount Secured in Public Law: $1,547,000 Project Description: This intersection project is the first phase of a larger project including the construction of a new public roadway on the north side of the intersection that will connect to the existing town street system with an additional access for the middle school and a new intermediate school. This intersection is key to providing connectivity for current and future residents of Bayfield. Project: The Medal of Honor Boulevard extension Recipient Organization: Pueblo County Government Location: Pueblo, CO Amount Secured in Public Law: $1,000,000 Project Description: US 50 is the only main arterial access from Pueblo West to downtown Pueblo, with no effective alternate routes in and out of the area. This singular access corridor often results in lengthy traffic delays, congestion, and collisions, severely reducing the safety of travelers. This also poses a safety threat during emergencies that require evacuation, such as fires and flooding. Emergency vehicles often struggle to travel efficiently through Pueblo West via US 50, facing delays of up to an hour, hindering critical response times, and compromising public safety. Beyond safety, existing roadway issues impact a range of factors that ultimately decrease the quality of life not only for drivers but also for the surrounding community, the wider region, and future generations. The project will reduce commuter times, improve public safety, and help economic growth. Additionally, Congresswoman Boebert submitted a grant request letter supporting the Medal of Honor Boulevard extension project. Project: I-70 Interchange at 29 Road Recipient Organization: City of Grand Junction Location: Grand Junction, CO Amount Secured in Public Law: $2,000,000 Project Description: The project will help fund construction of a new interchange on I-70 at 29 Road. The new I-70 interchange and arterial improvements are important for local and regional connectivity and will reduce out-of-direction travel for area residents, reduce congestion at adjacent interchanges, and improve mobility and safety for the community south of I-70. The associated economic development will better connect local residents to job opportunities in planned employment centers. Project: South Bridge Recipient Organization: City of Glenwood Springs Location: Glenwood Springs, CO Amount Secured in Public Law: $1,400,000 Project Description: The City of Glenwood Springs is seeking to construct a new bridge connection that will provide a critical second emergency route/evacuation access between State Highway 82 and the western side of the Roaring Fork River in the City’s South Corridor. A second bridge connection to State Highway 82 across the Roaring Fork River is needed to ensure safe travel and access for emergency vehicles and evacuees in the event of wildfires, coal seam fires, and other hazards. Evacuation modeling for the City of Glenwood Springs indicates that in the event of a catastrophic wildfire, the South Bridge would save countless lives that would otherwise be lost due to a backup of vehicles evacuating over Midland Avenue to the 27th Street Bridge. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it would help fund an important project that would have a tough time being fully funded without federal funds, improves public safety, and is a top priority for local taxpayers. Project: Craig-South Distribution Line Improvement Recipient Organization: City of Craig Location: Craig, CO Amount Secured in Public Law: $2,200,000 Project Description: The funding will be used to construct water distribution infrastructure providing potable water and fire flows to the Craig-Moffat County Airport, parks and recreational assets, or residential and industrial development and growth on the south side of the Yampa River. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it looks to support the agencies who work to control wildfires in the region and provide the Airport a seriously needed upgrade as identified in their Airport Improvement Masterplan for the improvements related to fire control and emergency response infrastructure. Areas south of the Yampa River already support a growing residential community, and this project will make it possible to attract developers and more residential opportunities with the introduction of potable water to the South Ranney and Thompson Hill areas. Chart of Projects Signed Into Law",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T20:32:04Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/boebert-introduces-build-wall-and-deport-them-all-act,Boebert Introduces the Build the Wall and Deport Them All Act,2024-03-08,2024,2024-03,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert introduced the Build the Wall and Deport Them All Act, which will codify President Trump’s border policies that have a proven track record of securing the southern border and bringing illegal immigration down to record lows. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “On day one, the Biden Regime implemented their open-border policies that have destroyed countless American families and made our communities less safe. My Build the Wall and Deport Them All Act will codify President Trump’s proven border policies that reduced illegal immigration to record lows. The Biden Regime’s intentional negligence has handed operational control of our borders to the cartels, resulting in an unprecedented surge in the trafficking of women and children as well as deadly fentanyl. We must close the border and end the invasion. The best way to do that is to build the wall and deport them all.” “With open arms, Joe Biden has welcomed millions of illegal aliens into our country since taking office, including terrorists and violent criminals. Lives are being destroyed, families are devastated and communities across our nation are being crushed. These lawbreakers should be deported, and the border sealed. The Build the Wall and Deport Them All Act does just that,” stated Congressman Paul Gosar (AZ-09). Rep. Byron Donalds (FL-19) said, “The situation at our border is untenable and it worsens by the day as we continue to reach new record highs in nearly every tracked statistic. Problems necessitate action and it is time for the implementation of an evidence-based solution backed with years of successful data from the Trump administration. I stand with Rep. Boebert to ensure the safety and security of the American people.” “Our border was more secure than ever under President Trump, and it is more vulnerable than ever under President Biden,” stated Congressman Barry Moore (AL-02). “If we do not return to Trump’s successful policies, we may not have a country anymore. This legislation puts American families first by finishing Trump’s wall, restoring his ‘Remain in Mexico’ policy, and expediting the removal of illegals from our country.” Rep. Mary Miller (IL-15) said, “On his first day in office, Biden signed Executive Order 13993, overturning every border security measure established during the Trump administration, paving the way for 10 million foreign nationals to enter our country illegally. The primary responsibility of our government is to keep Americans safe. Instead, Biden opened our borders to an invasion of military-aged men and put innocent American lives in danger. I’m proud to stand with Congresswoman Boebert to codify Trump administration policies that would help secure our southern border.” “On day one, Joe Biden used the power of the pen to undo the immigration policies of President Trump,” stated Congressman Jeff Duncan (SC-03). “I’m proud to stand with Rep. Boebert to codify President Trump’s border policies and fight back against the Biden Border Crisis invasion.” Rep. Andy Biggs (AZ-05) said, “President Biden’s anti-American, open borders agenda must be reversed. President Trump’s immigration policies secured our border and instilled law and order. I commend Congresswoman Boebert for introducing legislation that codifies Trump-era policies amid the worst border crisis in American history.” Background: In response to the worst border crisis in American history, Congresswoman Boebert introduced the Build the Wall and Deport Them All Act. Since Joe Biden has been in office, over 9 million illegal aliens have crossed the southern border and more than 6.2 million illegals have been caught and released into the interior of the United States and the Biden administration admitted that 40% have disappeared. Worse yet, a record-breaking influx of deadly fentanyl is coursing through our borders, claiming American lives daily. The sheer volume of fentanyl could kill every American 28 times over and has already killed hundreds of thousands of Americans. The Build the Wall and Deport Them All Act will codify several policies from the Trump administration, including: • Ending “Catch and Release” • Building the Wall • Prohibiting funds for Sanctuary Cities • Restoring the “Remain in Mexico” policy • Expediting the removal of illegal aliens The bill also: • Prohibits the removal of State border barriers • Ends birthright citizenship Cosponsors of Congresswoman Boebert’s Build the Wall and Deport Them All Act include: Rep. Jim Banks (IN-04), Rep. Andy Biggs (AZ-05), Rep. Byron Donalds (FL-19), Rep. Jeff Duncan (SC-03), Rep. Bob Good (VA-05), Rep. Paul Gosar (AZ-09), Rep. Andy Harris (MD-01), Rep. Mary Miller (IL-15), Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02), and Rep. Andy Ogles (TN-05). The full text of the Build the Wall and Deport Them All Act is available HERE.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T20:32:04Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/boebert-votes-deport-laken-rileys-murderer,Boebert votes to Deport Laken Riley’s Murderer,2024-03-07,2024,2024-03,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, the House passed H.R. 7511, the Laken Riley Act, to help protect Americans from criminal illegal aliens. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, ""There are currently 600,000 illegal aliens with criminal convictions roaming the streets of America. The American people are being subjected to an illegal alien crime wave caused by the left’s open-border and sanctuary city policies that have resulted in the preventable deaths of victims like Laken Riley. Had Biden’s bureaucrats enforced the law, Laken Riley’s alleged killer would have been deported and not released into the country in the first place. Parents and loved ones should not have to suffer because of the reckless open-border policies of the Biden Regime. The Laken Riley Act holds these criminals accountable and prevents the Biden Regime from releasing these criminals and murderers into our communities.” Background: Today, the House passed H.R. 7511, the Laken Riley Act, with a strong bipartisan vote of 251-170. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert is a cosponsor of this legislation and voted in favor of this bill. Congresswoman Boebert has an A+ Lifetime Rating from NumbersUSA for her legislation, votes and efforts to secure the border and end illegal immigration. For a full list of Congresswoman Boebert’s work to secure the border, click HERE. On February 22, 2024, Laken Riley, a nursing student at the University of Georgia, was murdered. Her alleged murderer— Jose Antonio Ibarra—illegally entered the United States from Venezuela and was arrested by Border Patrol on September 8, 2022. Because the Biden administration abused parole authority, Ibarra was released into the United States. Ibarra was subsequently arrested in New York City – a sanctuary city – for driving a scooter with a child without a license. The New York Police Department released Ibarra in August of 2022. In October 2023, Ibarra was arrested in Athens, Georgia, for shoplifting and again in December of 2023 for failure to appear for a fingerprintable offense. Background courtesy of the Committee on the Judiciary: H.R. 7511 makes it crystal clear that an illegal alien who commits a theft offense, as Laken Riley’s alleged killer did, will be a priority for arrest and must be detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) until the illegal alien is removed from the country. The Laken Riley Act also ensures the Biden Administration can be held accountable for its far-left immigration enforcement and open-borders policies—policies that directly resulted in Laken Riley’s senseless murder—by providing states standing to sue Executive Branch officials for their refusal to enforce the immigration laws as written by Congress. H.R. 7511 requires ICE to arrest illegal aliens who commit theft offenses and mandates that these aliens are detained until they are removed from the country so they cannot reoffend and continue to victimize Americans. Mere months before allegedly murdering Laken Riley, the illegal alien charged with killing her was arrested for theft, but local authorities in Georgia released him, and ICE did not lodge a detainer for the alien. Through a detainer, ICE requests cooperation from local enforcement to ensure that ICE can take custody of the alien when the alien is released by local authorities. The Laken Riley Act would mandate ICE detention for illegal aliens who are charged with, convicted of, arrested for, admit having committed, or admit committing acts that constitute the essential elements of any burglary, theft, larceny, or shoplifting offense. H.R. 7511 further requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to issue a detainer for these illegal aliens and take custody of them “effectively and expeditiously.” H.R. 7511 ensures that states have standing to bring civil actions against open-borders federal officials who refuse to enforce immigration law or violate the law to the detriment of Americans. The Biden Administration released Laken Riley’s alleged killer into the United States in 2022 through its violations of the parole and detention requirements under federal immigration law.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T20:32:04Z https://boebert.house.gov/LNGExportBan,Congresswoman Boebert Votes to Overturn Biden's LNG Export Ban,2024-02-15,2024,2024-02,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, the House passed H.R. 7176, the Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024, to overturn the Biden Regime's tyrannical freeze on new liquefied natural gas export approvals. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, ""Joe Biden's war on American energy is destroying our country. The United States produces the cleanest oil and gas in the world under the highest standards. Rather than trying to kill oil and gas in America, Green New Deal activists should embrace these responsible energy sources if they really care about reducing emissions in the U.S. To put a freeze on liquefied natural gas exports at a time when our economy is still in shambles from Bidenomics is both reckless and shameful. Rather than catering to radical climate change extremists, Joe Biden and his bureaucratic minions should do what's best for the American people, unleash all of our energy sources, and export freedom and LNG around the world."" Background: Today, the House passed H.R. 7176, the Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024, with a bipartisan vote of 224-200 that included nine Democrats voting in favor of the bill. On January 26th, the Biden Regime announced it was halting the permitting process for new LNG exports following pressure from radical climate change activists seeking to abolish American energy production. According to the American Petroleum Institute, increasing LNG exports could create 453,000 jobs and add $73 billion to the economy by 2040. Halting these LNG projects and restricting the import and export of responsible energy worldwide will have highly adverse consequences, including higher domestic prices and job losses. It's crucial to highlight that approximately 87% of LNG exports are destined for the European Union, the United Kingdom, and allies in Asia. Halting energy exports to these nations can create severe vulnerabilities in their security and force them to rely on adversaries like Russia, Iran and Venezuela for their energy needs. The climate activists pushing this misguided freeze are oblivious to the detrimental impacts of this ban. While they argue that LNG generates harmful pollution and contribute to global warming, they fail to acknowledge a crucial fact: U.S. LNG exports are 40% cleaner than Russian natural gas being sent to Europe, making them a more environmentally friendly option. Thanks to fracking and increases in U.S. oil and gas production, the U.S. led the world in reducing carbon dioxide emissions over the past 15 years, reducing these emissions by 879 million metric tons, or 14%. American energy is not just cleaner; it's a boon for the world. Opponents also fail to recognize that in 2022, Joe Biden struck a deal with the European Union, vowing to send more LNG to our allies impacted by the war in Ukraine. Congresswoman Boebert has been a fierce advocate for American energy dominance, consistently taking a stand against the Biden Regime's attempts to cripple American energy and cater to radical activists. Recently, the Biden administration proposed a Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process rule, that poses a significant threat to American energy producers. In response, Congresswoman Boebert demonstrated strong leadership by introducing the Restoring American Energy Dominance Act. This critical legislation successfully passed the House, sending a resounding message that Congresswoman Boebert remains committed to protecting American energy dominance and ensuring the resilience of our energy industry. For a complete list of Congresswoman Boebert’s legislative accomplishments, click HERE.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T20:21:00Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-boebert-votes-impeach-alejandro-mayorkas-1,Congresswoman Boebert Votes to Impeach Alejandro Mayorkas,2024-02-13,2024,2024-02,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Tonight, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert voted to impeach United States Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas, for orchestrating the worst border crisis in American history. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “I voted to impeach Mayorkas for facilitating an invasion at our southern border and intentionally neglecting his most basic duties to protect the homeland and the American people. Mayorkas has released more than 6.2 million illegals into our communities, including terrorists and criminals. Mayorkas has lied, he has violated 10 laws passed by Congress, and he has disregarded his oath to the Constitution. Today, the House of Representatives held this liar and rogue bureaucrat accountable to the American people.” Background: This is the first time in American history that the Secretary of Homeland Security has been impeached by the U.S. House of Representatives. Since taking office in 2021, Secretary Mayorkas has orchestrated an outright invasion at our southern border. In 2021 alone, he greenlit an unprecedented 1.6 million illegal entries into the country. By 2022, that number surged to a staggering 2.2 million; in 2023, it skyrocketed to a historic high of 3.2 million. The cumulative toll stands at over 8 million illegal border crossings, with a jaw-dropping 6.2 million individuals unleashed into the U.S. The current crisis at the border has led to a disturbing rise in human trafficking cases. In 2022 alone, the number of arrests related to human trafficking has shot up by 50%, while the number of convictions has soared by 80%. This alarming trend is exacerbated by the fact that a vast majority, or 72%, of the individuals being trafficked in the United States are immigrants, with most of them being undocumented. Even more concerning is the unprecedented surge of lethal fentanyl that is flowing across the borders, causing the daily loss of American lives. In Colorado, there were over 1,800 deaths from fatal fentanyl overdoses in 2023, nearly double the record number set in 2022. The sheer quantity of fentanyl is alarming, with the potential to end the lives of every American 28 times over and having already claimed the lives of hundreds of thousands. In FY 2023, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), including Air and Marine Operations, seized 27,293 pounds of fentanyl coming across the southwest border—enough to kill more than 6 billion people. In an effort to combat the worsening fentanyl crisis, Congresswoman Boebert introduced the Fentanyl is a Weapon of Mass Destruction (WMD) Act to protect children and communities by classifying the deadly drug fentanyl as a WMD. Read more about this bill HERE. The unfolding nightmare scenarios are a direct result of Joe Biden and Secretary Mayorkas’ gross negligence regarding the border. The adoption of 'catch and release' and 'amnesty' policies has fueled the expansion of this crisis. During President Trump's tenure, illegal immigration was on the decline, thanks to his effective 'Remain in Mexico' and 'Title 42' policies. The stark contrast between these approaches highlights the disastrous consequences of the current regime’s lax border management. Since taking her oath of office, Congresswoman Boebert has been working hard to secure the border and hold the Biden Regime accountable for what is widely acknowledged as the most severe border crisis in American history. Congresswoman Boebert cosponsored and voted in favor of the strongest border security bill ever passed by Congress in the form of H.R. 2. She also made history by becoming the first Republican in 24 years to successfully initiate Impeachment proceedings on the House floor against Joe Biden for his handling of the border crisis. Congresswoman Boebert has an A+ Lifetime Rating from NumbersUSA for her legislation, votes and efforts to secure the border and end illegal immigration. For a full list of Congresswoman Boebert’s work to secure the border, click HERE.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T20:21:00Z https://boebert.house.gov/convey-act-passes-house,Congresswoman Boebert’s CONVEY Act Passes the House!,2024-02-05,2024,2024-02,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, the House of Representatives passed Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s CONVEY Act, which directs the Bureau of Land Management to sell a parcel of land to Mesa County for economic development in Clifton. While Congresswoman Boebert has had a ton of legislative success, this is her first standalone bill to pass the House. For a detailed list of some of Congresswoman Boebert’s accomplishments to date, click HERE. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “My CONVEY Act will bring jobs to Mesa County and create long-term economic growth in the region by removing the bureaucratic red tape that has stalled this conveyance for more than five years. I am thankful for Minority Leader and former Mesa County Commissioner Rose Pugliese’s work on this issue over the years, and without her efforts, this bill likely wouldn’t exist. I look forward to getting this bill signed into law and finally getting this land sale done for the people of Mesa County.” Chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee, Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-4) said, “I commend Representative Boebert for her diligent work bringing together stakeholders in this community to solve an important local problem. Her legislation will provide new economic opportunities in Colorado and help the federal government focus their resources on delivering better customer service. I look forward to working with her to get this legislation signed into law.” Colorado House Republican Minority Leader and Former Mesa County Commissioner Rose Pugliesesaid, “Passing the Convey Act is an important step to enhancing rural economic development. It is frustrating that it took a literal Act of Congress to get this land conveyed to a local government partner. In a county like Mesa County, Colorado where 72 percent of the land is federal land, it is important that the federal government work with local governments to provide economic opportunities in these communities. Thank you to Congresswoman Boebert for her leadership in developing economic development in rural areas of our country.” Mesa County Commissioner Janet Rowland said, “This parcel of land is poised to be a catalyst, breathing new life into the local economy of the unincorporated area of Clifton. I appreciate Congresswoman Boebert for championing this important legislation.” Background: Today, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s Clifton Opportunities Now for Vibrant Economic Yields (CONVEY) Act passed the House with unanimous bipartisan support. For more than five years, Mesa County has been attempting to acquire a parcel, designated for disposal by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), at fair market value. Despite the BLM no longer wanting the land, the federal government had consistently created barriers to prevent Mesa County from purchasing it. The CONVEY Act instructs the Secretary of the Interior to transfer 31.1 acres, designated for disposal and deemed surplus by the federal government, to Mesa County, Colorado, for economic development in Clifton. The legislation mandates that the County compensate the federal government for the land at fair market value. Proceeds from the sale will be deposited into the Federal Land Disposal Account established by the Federal Land Transaction Facilitation Act, under the custody of the Colorado Bureau of Land Management for in-state use. Meanwhile, the Bureau of Reclamation will retain ownership of 8.25 acres from the initially withdrawn parcel for specific project purposes. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert introduced the CONVEY Act in April 2023. Within two months, the bill received a key hearing and, one month later, it secured unanimous bipartisan approval from the House Committee on Natural Resources. This rapid progress reflects the shared recognition among lawmakers of the importance of promoting economic development in Mesa County as well as Congresswoman Boebert's dedication to overcoming bureaucratic hurdles for the benefit of Colorado's Third Congressional District. Previously, Congresswoman Boebert invited Colorado House Republican Minority Leader and former Mesa County Commissioner Rose Pugliese to testify in support of the CONVEY Act. Her written testimony is available here. Additional Background Courtesy of House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Federal Lands: The U.S. government owns 640 million acres, with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) managing 244 million acres, primarily in eleven Western states. Despite its extensive land holdings, the BLM faces challenges, evident in a $4.7 billion deferred maintenance backlog in FY2022, a 335% increase since FY2019. This hinders local communities' development near federal land. Congress granted BLM disposal authority, but administrative processes are slow. Expedited conveyance, like H.R. 2997 introduced by Congresswoman Boebert, are essential. Colorado has 24 million federal acres, limiting development in Mesa County. The bill seeks to transfer 31.1 acres from BLM to Mesa County, expediting economic growth in Clifton, stalled for over five years. A map of the 31.1-acre parcel that will be sold at fair market value as a result of the CONVEY Act is available HERE.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T20:21:00Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-boebert-defends-farmers-and-ranchers-tyrannical-government,Congresswoman Boebert Defends Farmers and Ranchers from Tyrannical Government Overreach,2024-02-05,2024,2024-02,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Congresswoman Lauren Boebert and several members of the House Committee on Natural Resources took on U.S. Fish and Wildlife Director Martha Williams, calling out her agency's attempts to overpower lower the 48 states management of the gray wolf. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “Gray wolves are thriving and are fully recovered. It's absurd that this species still enjoys taxpayer funded protections under the Endangered Species Act. How many more ranchers and farmers must endure losses because the Biden Regime refuses to comply with the law and delist a species that has unnecessarily lingered on the ESA list for nearly 50 years? It's far past time the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services acknowledges the undeniable local recovery efforts and returns management back to the states. Our hardworking agricultural communities deserve better.” Background: Congresswoman Boebert and several members of the House Committee on Natural Resources slammed the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's announcement entitled 'National Dialogue Around Working Landscapes and Gray Wolves' in a letter sent to the agency. This proposal not only undermines states' ability to govern but also threatens to impose tyrannical regulations and land grabs through gray wolves management actions. Congresswoman Boebert is taking a stand against this overreach and defending states' rights. Congresswoman Boebert and the Committee’s letter raises concerns that “under the vague parameters of the Service's proposal, the Service could begin to dictate to states what their management approaches should be. Perhaps more concerning, they could utilize this proposal as a proxy to relist wolves in the Northern Rockies without the support of the impacted States.” The evidence is clear – with more than 6,000 wolves thriving in the Great Lakes region alone, the gray wolf has successfully recovered in the lower 48 states. Yet, the Biden Regime, bowing to radical environmental groups, persists in keeping gray wolves on the Endangered Species List. It's time to prioritize science over politics and proceed with the delisting process. For years now, hardworking farmers and ranchers across our nation have endured relentless attacks on their livestock, perpetrated by taxpayer-protected, violent gray wolves. These attacks not only pose a significant threat to the livelihoods of those who depend on agriculture but also underscore the urgent need to delist gray wolves from the Endangered Species Act. It's time to put the safety of our farmers and ranchers first. Congresswoman Boebert has long been a champion on this issue. In February of 2023, she introduced the Trust the Science Act to remove the gray wolf from the Endangered Species List. This key piece of legislation passed the House Committee on Natural Resources in April of 2023. In November of 2023, Congresswoman Boebert’s Trust the Science Act passed the House as part of the Interior Appropriations Bill.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T20:21:00Z https://boebert.house.gov/FentanylWMDAct,Congresswoman Lauren Boebert Reintroduces Legislation to Protect our Children by Classifying Fentanyl as a Weapon of Mass Destruction,2024-02-01,2024,2024-02,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert reintroduced the Fentanyl is a Weapon of Mass Destruction (WMD) Act to protect our children and communities by classifying the deadly drug fentanyl as a WMD. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “As a mom of four boys, I will not stand by and watch as fentanyl floods across our border and poisons our youth. It's time to use the full force of the federal government to tackle this crisis. The Biden Border Invasion and this deadly drug are killing Americans. It is time to call fentanyl what it is: a weapon of mass destruction that is destroying our nation.” Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne (TX-24) said, “We are in a wartime scenario with more than 100,000 Americans, including more than 1,000 North Texans, dead from fentanyl poisoning. This deadly drug is smuggled into our country by Mexican drug cartels and supplied by the Chinese communists. In addition to working to secure the border and stop the flow of fentanyl into our communities, I’m supporting the Fentanyl is a Weapon of Mass Destruction Act because it will give our law enforcement officers much-needed tools to combat the lethal threat posed by fentanyl.” Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna (FL-13) said, “I am proud to co-sponsor the Fentanyl is a Weapon of Mass Destruction (WMD) Act. Hundreds of thousands of lives have been lost to fentanyl in this country, and it is high time we take this issue as seriously as it is. This deadly drug is the #1 killer of our young people in America and is readily capable of being weaponized against the American people to inflict mass murder. Classifying fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction would allow our law enforcement agencies, including DHS and Border Patrol, to better coordinate efforts to eliminate fentanyl from our streets and as a threat to national security."" Congressman Bill Posey (FL-08) said, “Fentanyl pouring in our country through the southern border has become a massive epidemic and caused countless, pointless deaths. By asserting fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction, we can better coordinate and eliminate fentanyl in our country.” Background: The Fentanyl is a Weapon of Mass Destruction (WMD) Act would require the Assistant Secretary for the Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office of the Department of Homeland Security to treat illicit fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction. This would enable the Department of Justice, the Department of Homeland Security, the Drug Enforcement Agency, and the Department of Defense to coordinate their efforts and aggressively target criminals trafficking fentanyl in America, allocate additional resources, and take more aggressive measures to prevent the production and distribution of fentanyl. 18 U.S. Code § 2332a explicitly defines a weapon of mass destruction (WMD) as any tool designed or intended to cause death or serious bodily injury through the release, dissemination, or impact of toxins, poisonous chemicals, or their precursors. This classification undoubtedly encompasses illegal fentanyl and its analogs, which have proven to be entirely capable of causing mass casualties and biological impairment. In 2002, the Russian military reportedly deployed an aerosolized form of fentanyl to incapacitate terrorists holding hostages in a Moscow theater; the gas also killed more than 120 of the hostages. In FY 2023, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), including Air and Marine Operations, seized 27,293 pounds of fentanyl coming across the southwest border—enough to kill more than 6 billion people. The Fentanyl is a WMD Act follows a 2019 proposal from Trump’s Department of Homeland Security to use counter-WMD authorities to combat the fentanyl crisis. James F. McDonnell, then the DHS Assistant Secretary for Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction under President Trump, stated, “Fentanyl’s high toxicity and increasing availability are attractive to threat actors seeking non-conventional materials for a chemical weapons attack.” This designation would not impact legal pharmaceutical fentanyl made in regulated labs. It would only impact illicit fentanyl. For example, Botulinum toxin is a WMD, but its legal medical form (Botox) is incredibly accessible. The Biden Regime’s open-border and soft-on-China policies have allowed drugs like fentanyl to flow across our borders and into our communities. Designating illicit fentanyl as a WMD will force the Democrats to prioritize this crisis with an all-of-government approach. Fentanyl Crisis by the Numbers: The opioid crisis, fueled by the widespread availability of fentanyl on the illicit market, has had a devastating impact on communities and strained public health resources: In 2023, CBP seized 27,293 pounds of fentanyl, enough to kill 6 billion people. Over 112,000 deaths resulted from lethal fentanyl overdoses in 2023, an increase of 38,346 from 2022. In Colorado, there were over 1,800 deaths from lethal fentanyl overdoses in 2023, nearly double the record number set in 2022. Fentanyl is the leading cause of death for Americans aged 18 to 45, surpassing suicide, cancer, and car accidents. Fentanyl is 100 times more potent than other opioids like morphine. Cosponsors of this bill include: Rep. Andy Ogles (TN-05), Rep. Paul Gosar (AZ-09), Rep. Bill Posey (FL-08), Rep. Troy Nehls (TX-22), Rep. Matt Gaetz (FL-01), Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (FL-13), Rep. Tim Burchett (TN-02), Rep. Beth Van Duyne (TX-24), Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02), Rep. Byron Donalds (FL-19), Rep. Mary Miller (IL-15)",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T20:21:00Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lauren-boeberts-office-releases-february-staff-mobile-office-1,Congresswoman Lauren Boebert's Office Releases February Staff Mobile Office hours,2024-01-31,2024,2024-01,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s Office announced mobile office hours in the coming weeks. Congresswoman Boebert stated: “Serving the people of Colorado’s Third Congressional District is the greatest honor of my life. If you arehaving issues with a federal agency, or want your voice to be heard, please come to one of our mobile office hours, and a member of my team will be happy to assist you.” Staff from Congresswoman Boebert’s office will be available to help constituents who aren’t getting answers from federal agencies, like veterans seeking to get the care they earned from the VA, travelers that need expedited assistance to receive a passport on short notice, taxpayers being harassed by the IRS, and senior citizens having issues with the Social Security Administration or Medicare. Additionally, constituents are invited to come to the office hours to express their viewpoints on legislative issues or request special Congressional Commendations from the Congresswoman recognizing outstanding public achievements. Congresswoman Boebert’s office has hosted over 244 mobile office hours in every county in the District, helped over 2,763 people, and returned over $5,570,206.678 to constituents. Mobile office hours will be available at the following times and locations: WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2024 Montezuma County Mobile Office Hours Dolores Public Library 1002 Railroad Avenue Dolores, CO 8:30–9:30 am THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2024 Saguache County Mobile Office Hours Center Town Hall – Town Trustees’ Meeting Room 294 Worth Street Center, CO 12:00–1:00 pm Rio Grande Mobile Office Hours Colorado Potato Administrative Committee 1305 Park Avenue Monte Vista, CO 1:30–2:30 pm Moffat County Mobile Office Hours BOCC Conference Room 1198 W Victory Way Craig, CO 11:30–12:30 pm WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2024 Otero County Mobile Office Hours La Junta City Hall 601 Colorado Avenue La Junta, CO 81050 9:00–10:00 am Dolores County Mobile Office Hours Dolores County Administration Building Dolores County Commissioners Board Room 409 Main Street Dove Creek, CO 1:00–2:00 pm THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2024 La Plata County Mobile Office Hours Fort Lewis Mesa Library Community Study Room 11274 Colorado Highway140 Hesperus, CO 2:30-3:30 pm WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2024 Mesa County Mobile Office Hours De Beque Fire Protection District Main Conference Room 4580 US Hwy 6 De Beque, CO 10:00-11:00 am",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T23:46:48Z https://boebert.house.gov/nacsruling,SEC Withdrawals NAC Rule Proposal Following Pressure from Congresswoman Boebert,2024-01-18,2024,2024-01,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Following pressure from Congresswoman Lauren Boebert and the House Committee on Natural Resources, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced this week they are withdrawing their proposed rule which would have allowed foreign owned Natural Asset Companies (NACs) to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “America’s public lands are not for sale. The SEC and New York Stock Exchange have withdrawn their misguided proposal that would have allowed China, Russia, and other foreign adversaries to invest in companies whose sole purpose was to lock up federal lands and prevent energy development, farming, mining, and logging. We should utilize our federal lands for multiple-use including responsibly developing fossil fuels, agriculture, and our other natural resources right here in America.” Background: On October 4, 2023, the SEC published notice of a proposed rule, paving the way for the NYSE to list NACs. This new type of public company would allow foreign adversaries like China and Russia to control our national parks, federal lands, and private property. Unlike conventional companies focused on services or tangible goods, the SEC defined NACs as ""a corporation whose primary purpose is to actively manage, maintain, restore, and grow the value of natural assets and their production of ecosystem services."" Essentially, NACs would acquire rights to U.S. land, enabling them to hinder its utilization for natural resource production, including fossil fuel development, mining, logging, and large-scale farming—all explicitly prohibited by NACs in the current proposal. Consequently, NACs would empower shareholders, including foreign entities, to invest in companies explicitly dedicated to restricting land use and impeding the development of productive natural resources, especially within America’s national parks and public lands.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T23:46:48Z https://boebert.house.gov/pelosi-spending-deal,Congresswoman Boebert Blasts 'Pelosi-Esque' Spending Deal,2024-01-18,2024,2024-01,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Boebert voted against the short-term Continuing Resolution that continues Nancy Pelosi’s inflationary spending and funds Joe Biden’s failed policies. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “Coloradans are struggling as they deal with the disastrous effects of Joe Biden and the Swamp’s inflationary spending. I didn’t run for Congress to stand by and watch out-of-touch politicians continue to sell out America. Rather than reining in the Swamp and clawing back wasteful federal spending, the CR kicks the can down the road and fails to make the necessary cuts that will prevent future generations from being saddled with mountains of debt. This Continuing Resolution is a slap in the face to every American suffering from Bidenomics, every American suffering from record high inflation, and every American that will suffer because their government decided to run up a $34 trillion dollar debt with no realistic plan to pay it back. “Nancy Pelosi would be proud of this reckless, bloated spending bill that ensures federal spending remains at the levels she set during her reign as Speaker. The American people deserve better than a Democrat wish list that does nothing to help their pocketbooks, does nothing to secure our Southern Border or terminate the Biden Regime’s amnesty policies, and does nothing to address our out-of-control national debt. Background: Today, Congresswoman Boebert and nearly 100 conservatives voted against the Continuing Resolution (CR) that continues Washington’s reckless spending spree through March 1 and March 8 with the passage of the Senate Amendment to H.R. 2871. The Continuing Resolution comes at a time when the national debt exceeds $34 trillion, inflation is at its highest in 40 years, and the country is facing its worst-ever border crisis. On Joe Biden’s watch, inflation and gas prices also reached record highs and the U.S. lost its prized AAA credit rating. Hard-working Americans are living paycheck to paycheck thanks to Bidenomics and struggling to afford basic expenses like groceries and rent. The American Dream of home ownership is out of reach for younger generations with many choosing instead to live at home with their parents. This bad deal continues funding levels set by former Speaker Nancy Pelosi and despite cutting $10.2 billion from the IRS and $6.1 billion in COVID budget authority, rewards the Biden regime with an extra $69 billion in available spending. Additionally, the CR relies on $42.7 billion in budget gimmicks to artificially increase the non-defense discretionary topline. Most notably, this irresponsible spending deal fails to tackle the ongoing border crisis. Since Joe Biden assumed office, more than 8 million illegal immigrants have illegally entered the United States. This invasion is a direct outcome of Biden's open border policies, which incentivizes people to come here illegally with promises of housing, food, airline tickets, phones, and even healthcare. With our federal debt increasing by more than a trillion dollars in just the last three months, and now exceeding a staggering $34 trillion, America can no longer afford Washington’s out of control spending.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T23:46:48Z https://boebert.house.gov/tabor-will-not-be-taxed,Victory for Coloradans! TABOR Refunds Will Not Be Taxed by IRS,2024-01-09,2024,2024-01,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Confirmation was received from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that TABOR refunds will not be taxed this tax season. This announcement follows a year-long campaign led by Congresswoman Boebert and the bipartisan Colorado delegation urging the IRS to adhere to a 30-year precedent of not taxing TABOR refunds. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “For the better part of a year, the bipartisan Colorado delegation and I have been fighting to protect Colorado taxpayer TABOR refunds from being seized by the IRS. Major victory today as TABOR refunds will not be the next victim of a tyrannical IRS that was seeking to ignore a 30-year-old rule that protects Coloradans from unnecessary taxation.” Background: On Tuesday, the IRS announced they will not be taxing TABOR refunds this tax season. This comes after a year long campaign from Congresswoman Lauren Boebert and the bipartisan Colorado delegation pressuring the IRS to back off of plans to unnecessarily tax TABOR refunds. In 1992, Colorado enacted the TABOR amendment, which imposes constraints on the amount of tax revenue retained by the state, mandating the return of any surplus revenue to our taxpayers. The IRS has consistently refrained from categorizing TABOR refunds as taxable income. This historical practice aligns with the IRS's traditional respect for states' autonomy in designing and administering tax refund procedures. Maintaining this course of action makes logical sense and has been a consistent practice. As part of this pressure campaign, Congresswoman Boebert wrote three letters to the IRS in favor of protecting TABOR refunds. Check out the public comment letter from Colorado's bipartisan delegation sent on October 16th about TABOR refunds here. Read Congresswoman Boebert's letter sent on September 5th to Daniel Werfel, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T23:46:48Z https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lauren-boeberts-office-releases-january-staff-mobile-office-1,Congresswoman Lauren Boebert's Office Releases January Staff Mobile Office Hours,2024-01-04,2024,2024-01,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s Office announced mobile office hours in the coming weeks. Congresswoman Boebert stated: “Serving the people of Colorado’s Third Congressional District is the greatest honor of my life. If you arehaving issues with a federal agency, or want your voice to be heard, please come to one of our mobile office hours, and a member of my team will be happy to assist you.” Staff from Congresswoman Boebert’s office will be available to help constituents who aren’t getting answers from federal agencies, like veterans seeking to get the care they earned from the VA, travelers that need expedited assistance to receive a passport on short notice, taxpayers being harassed by the IRS, and senior citizens having issues with the Social Security Administration or Medicare. Additionally, constituents are invited to come to the office hours to express their viewpoints on legislative issues or request special Congressional Commendations from the Congresswoman recognizing outstanding public achievements. Congresswoman Boebert’s office has hosted over 233 mobile office hours in every county in the District, helped over 2,716 people, and returned over $5,585,510.31 to constituents. Mobile office hours will be available at the following times and locations:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T23:46:48Z