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://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-host-year-end-town-hall-estes-park,Rep. Neguse to Host Year-End Town Hall in Estes Park,2023-12-30,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — On Saturday, December 30th, Congressman Joe Neguse will close out 2023 by hosting a town hall in Estes Park, Colorado. The Congressman will provide a legislative update and then take questions from attendees. Due to limited space, attendees are required to RSVP, find the link here.

Estes Park | Saturday, December 30th | 2:00-3:00pm

Congressman Neguse will be joined by Estes Park Mayor Wendy Koenig and Larimer County Commissioner Jody Shadduck-McNally.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/president-biden-signs-rep-neguses-bill-expand-mental-health-care-colorados,President Biden Signs Rep. Neguse’s Bill to Expand Mental Health Care for Colorado’s Military Families Into Law,2023-12-28,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Last week, President Joe Biden signed Congressman Joe Neguse’s Mental Health for Military Families Act into law. The bipartisan bill, which expands access to counseling and mental health services for Colorado’s military families, was enacted as part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24). The proposal was championed by Senator John Ossof in the United States Senate.

“Today, through the enactment of the Mental Health for Military Families Act, we are doing our part to care for our nation’s service members and their spouses and children. These individuals sacrifice so much to defend our country, and by expanding access to critical mental health services we are making sure they have the support they need,” said Congressman Neguse.

“Our bipartisan bill, which is now law, will expand free access to counseling and mental health services for servicemembers and their families who make great sacrifices for our nation, endure great stress in so doing, and deserve nothing less than the care they need — when they need it,” Sen. Ossoff said.

Specifically, the Mental Health for Military Families Act allows the Secretary of Defense to waive out-of-pocket expenses for military families on TRICARE for their first three outpatient mental health visits per year, lowering costs and helping families access the treatment they need.

“The Mental Health for Military Families Act allows family members of active-duty military personnel to access mental health services without restrictions for their first three visits, using their TriCare benefits. It acknowledges the sacrifices made by military families and aims to reduce the burden on them by facilitating access to mental health care. By providing avenues of care for family members, the act recognizes the challenges they face and supports their well-being. Overall, the VFW sees this as a positive step in ensuring that military families have the support they need and deserve, particularly regarding mental health services,” said Steve Kjonaas, Legislative Director of the Colorado Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S.

Congressman Neguse has been a strong advocate for veterans and service members. In May, he introduced a bipartisan legislative package to ensure that veterans can access the services and resources they deserve. Earlier this year, Congressman Neguse introduced the Veterans Jobs Training Act to increase funding for the highly successful Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP), which works to expand job training and placement services for our nation’s veterans. In that same vein, as part of the 2023 government funding bill, Rep. Neguse secured $650,000 for the Veterans Community Project Transitional Housing in Longmont, Colorado. This project supports the construction of tiny homes for unhoused veterans in Colorado's Second Congressional District.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://boebert.house.gov/PJASigned,Pueblo Jobs Act Signed Into Law!,2023-12-23,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Congresswoman Boebert’s Pueblo Jobs Act was signed into law as part of the fiscal year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The passage of this bill will provide a much-needed economic boost in the region and create at least 1,000 jobs. This historic piece of legislation is Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s first bill signed into law.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “The Pueblo Jobs Act will create at least a 1,000 new jobs in Pueblo and repurpose billions of dollars of infrastructure from the Pueblo Chemical Depot, providing southern Colorado with a much-needed economic boost. This bipartisan and bicameral effort was locally-driven and crafted from the bottom-up. Special thanks to the local officials, the House Armed Services Committee, and the outstanding individuals at PuebloPlex who worked with me to get this important legislation done.”

Background:

On Friday, the fiscal year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) was officially signed into law by the President. Congresswoman Boebert’s bipartisan Pueblo Jobs Act was a key element of this bill and will create at least 1,000 jobs following the closure of the Pueblo Chemical Depot.

This legislation ensures that the federal government adheres to the rigorous Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process under the supervision of the Secretary of the Army. This strategic move provides certainty for Pueblo's economic landscape and fosters the creation of future employment opportunities.

Back in 1988, the Base Closure Commission recommended the realignment of the Pueblo Chemical Depot, exempting 7,000 acres, including the Pueblo Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant (PCAPP) and additional facilities, from standard BRAC requirements. Congresswoman Boebert's Pueblo Jobs Act closes this loophole, safeguarding the multi-billion-dollar infrastructure investment represented by PCAPP and the additional facilities on the protected 7,000 acres. The bill ensures that this valuable infrastructure will actively contribute to Pueblo's prosperity, rather than facing demolition. With the passage of Congresswoman Boebert's bill, PuebloPlex is already working with industries to harness this remarkable facility for the creation of high-paying jobs in Pueblo.

The Pueblo Jobs Act, championed by Congresswoman Boebert, mandates the adherence to the standard BRAC process by the Army, yielding several benefits for the Pueblo community. This legislation prevents billions of dollars of infrastructure from being torn down and bulldozed. The bill enables PuebloPlex to access federal grant funding for planning and mitigating the economic impacts of the Chemical Depot closure. The Pueblo Jobs Act allows Pueblo to receive substantial environmental indemnifications, aiding in the redevelopment and reuse of the property. The legislation allows for conveyance of the property at less-than-fair market value for economic development purposes. Collectively, these resources are pivotal in sustaining Pueblo as the Chemical Depot undergoes closure, welcoming new businesses to the area.

Some of the economic development and job opportunities the Pueblo Jobs Act support include PuebloPlex, the Pueblo Memorial Airport Industrial Park, the federal Transportation Technology Center, and the implementation of a regional workforce development project led by local colleges including Pueblo Community College and Colorado State University-Pueblo.

Throughout the legislative process, Congresswoman Boebert collaborated closely with PuebloPlex, Senators Hickenlooper and Bennet, Congressman Doug Lamborn, and the House Armed Services Committee.

The full text of the Pueblo Jobs Act is available here.

Additional NDAA Information Courtesy of the House Armed Services Committee:

The focus of this year's NDAA is on strengthening the military in response to threats from Iran, North Korea, Russia, and China. The bill authorizes $886.3 billion in national defense funding and aims to enhance benefits for servicemembers, including a 5.2% pay increase, allocation of $280 million for new schools for military children, and correction of personnel files for those discharged for not taking the COVID-19 vaccine.

The NDAA also addresses ""wokeness"" in the military by banning Critical Race Theory, implementing a pay cap on DEI programs, introducing a Parents' Bill of Rights in DoD schools, and cutting climate change programs.

To address global threats and protect our borders, the bill modernizes the nuclear triad, prohibits sourcing operational energy from Russia or China, prevents the retirement of certain capabilities, increases funding for military construction and logistics, reassesses missile defense posture due to North Korea's ICBM developments, mandates the use or transfer of border wall materials to border states, and addresses threats posed by fentanyl trafficking. Additionally, the bill fully funds the deployment of National Guardsmen in support of Border Patrol activities.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=528,Rep. Pettersen Releases Video and Highlights from First Year in Congress,2023-12-21,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"DENVER—U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) today released a video recapping her first year in office and highlighting her work on legislation, casework, and community outreach to help the people of Colorado’s 7th Congressional District. Click here to access a high-quality, downloadable version of the video with subtitles, and click here for a version without subtitles.

“It is the greatest honor of my life to be able to represent my community in Congress. I grew up in this district and served in the Colorado state legislature for a decade before heading to D.C. to increase opportunities for regular people like me,” said Pettersen. “While far too many people in Washington are focused on partisanship and dysfunction, I’ve spent this first year working on delivering real results. We’ve worked on legislation to address the opioid crisis, increase access to affordable housing and childcare, and improve lives across Colorado. I’ve met with people across our eight counties and my team has helped thousands of residents, secured millions in grant funding for our district, and so much more.”

Click here to watch the video, click here to download

During her first year in office, Pettersen has delivered for her district, closing over 1,000 constituent cases, returning over $3 million to residents through casework, helping secure $74 million in grants, and responding to 100,000 constituent emails, calls, and letters. Her office has held dozens of events and Pettersen has attended more than 160 community meetings, events, and tours across the eight counties that make up Colorado’s 7th Congressional District.

In Washington, Pettersen has introduced 29 bills, 23 of which are bipartisan this year, including three that were passed by the U.S. House of Representatives. She cosponsored 308 bills this year, including measures to lower costs, support veterans and seniors, protect women’s reproductive health care, fund child care and affordable housing options, and protect the environment.

Some highlights of Pettersen’s work this year include:

Addressing the opioid crisis

Introduced nearly a dozen bills to reduce the import of fentanyl, expand resources for those with substance use disorders, and increase access to naloxone

Serves as a member of the Bipartisan Addiction and Mental Health Task Force

Introduced a bill that passed the House to help combat drug cartels bringing illegal synthetic drugs, like fentanyl, into Colorado and communities across the country

Introduced a bill that passed the House as a part of the SUPPORT Act to bolster recovery programs

Addressing local concerns

Urging USPS to address postal delays and other issues in rural areas, including sending hundreds of constituent complaints to the Postmaster General, and introducing legislation on specific postal challenges

Introduced measure to permanently authorize PILT to support counties with public lands

Introduced Shelter Act to help residents harden their homes and businesses against natural disasters

Introduced the School Safety Drill Research Act to keep kids safe and mentally well

Brought a bill to address illegal street-racing after hearing concerns from residents in Westminster and Broomfield

Helped secure retention bonuses for Florence Correction Officers

Urging the VA to prioritize the construction of a medical clinic to help veterans in Fremont County

Helped get water beads off the shelves of stores to protect the children they were being marketed towards

Pushing to address environmental concerns, including air quality, infrastructure at contaminated sites, and protecting water and other natural resources

Serving on the Financial Services Committee

Working to hold banks accountable, introduced the Stopping Bonuses for Unsafe and Unsound Banking Act

Using position as Vice Ranking Member on the National Security subcommittee to crack down on traffickers utilizing the financial system

Addressing housing affordability, an issue Pettersen championed at the state level

Introduced the YIMBY Act to cut red tape around housing construction

Introduced Manufactured Housing Tenant’s Bill of Rights

Getting ahead of technological threats",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-sends-letter-to-odni-director-haines-to-seek-information-on-us-israel-intelligence-sharing,Congressman Crow Sends Letter to ODNI Director Haines to Seek Information on US-Israel Intelligence Sharing,2023-12-20,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Jason Crow,C001121,crow.house.gov,crow,https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and House Foreign Affairs Committee, sent a letter to the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), Avril Haines, to seek information on the nature of the US-Israel intelligence sharing relationship to confirm whether US values and interests are being upheld.

“Israel is more than two months into its operations and, as Vice President Harris put it recently, “the scale of civilian suffering and the images and videos coming from Gaza are devastating.” Of the many lessons I learned during my time in the military, two stand out here: first, you cannot destroy a terrorist ideology with military power alone. Second, how we fight—and how our partners fight—matters,” said Congressman Crow in the letter.

“To fulfill my oversight obligations as a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, I am writing to seek additional transparency and information, recognizing that much of your response may be classified,” Crow continued.

Since the Israel-HAMAS conflict began, Congressman Crow has consistently urged for the prioritization of civilian protection and increased humanitarian aid into Gaza. This week, Crow was joined by House Democratic members of national security committees to urge President Biden for a shift in Israeli military strategy.

A PDF of the letter can be found here, with text appearing below:

December 20, 2023

The Honorable Avril Haines

Office of the Director of National Intelligence

Washington, D.C. 20505

Dear Director Haines:

On October 7, the world watched in horror as HAMAS terrorists committed appalling atrocities against Israeli civilians. Both before and after that day, the United States has supported Israel in its campaign to destroy HAMAS.

Israel is more than two months into its operations and, as Vice President Harris put it recently, “the scale of civilian suffering and the images and videos coming from Gaza are devastating.” Of the many lessons I learned during my time in the military, two stand out here: first, you cannot destroy a terrorist ideology with military power alone. Second, how we fight—and how our partners fight—matters.

As the White House acknowledged publicly on October 10, the U.S. “continue[s] to share intelligence with [the Israelis] and offer[s] them help in intelligence gathering.” Relevant intelligence sharing guidance—and any changes since the start of the Israeli military operation in Gaza—have not been given to Congress. I requested that guidance on the record at a hearing of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) on November 6, 2023. In the intervening month, it has not been provided.

In more than two decades since September 11, 2001, the United States has learned hard lessons about the use and limitations of military power. Those lessons are reflected in the October 2022 Presidential Policy Memorandum released by the Biden Administration. In our lethal strikes outside areas of active hostilities, for example, the Administration requires near certainty that a person being targeted is a member of a terrorist group and near certainty of no civilian casualties. Israel’s current strikes are in a different environment, but I am concerned that the widespread use of artillery and air power in Gaza—and the resulting level of civilian casualties—is both a strategic and moral error. In any event, the Administration’s high standards are equally an expression of our country’s values and a recognition that our interests are best served by restraining and focusing the use of force in counter-terror operations.

From the briefings I have received, I seek to confirm whether our current intelligence sharing sufficiently incorporates our standards and values; I have outlined those questions in detail in a classified annex to this letter.

To fulfill my oversight obligations as a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, I am writing to seek additional transparency and information, recognizing that much of your response may be classified.

As soon as possible, but no later than December 27, 2023, please provide:

All guidance that governs sharing intelligence with Israel, including any changes to that guidance following October 7 or subsequently enacted;

An explanation of any restrictions the United States has placed on the Israeli government’s use of the intelligence we share, including, but not limited to, any provisions designed to prevent harm to civilians or civilian infrastructure;

A detailed description of how each element of the Intelligence Community is sharing intelligence with our Israeli partners;

A description of what analysis the ODNI General Counsel’s Office or other U.S. government legal counsel has conducted assessing the exposure of U.S. personnel to liability in foreign or international courts for providing intelligence support;

A description of what intelligence ODNI or other elements of the IC have provided to other departments and agencies under the Biden Administration’s Civilian Harm Incident Response Guidance (CHIRG);

A detailed response to the classified questions I asked on the record at HPSCI’s 6 November hearing.

I look forward to your prompt response.

Sincerely,

Jason Crow

Member",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://boebert.house.gov/Glenwoodfunding,Boebert-Backed Glenwood Springs Project Receives $50 Million Grant,2023-12-19,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"The city of Glenwood Springs, Colorado, has received a $49.68 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for construction of the South Bridge project. The new bridge will be built across the Roaring Fork River, connecting Highway 82 and neighborhoods west of the river near the airport. The project aims to create a second evacuation route for the city's southern corridor residents, ensuring better safety during emergencies, bolstering connectivity, stimulating economic growth, and enhancing the overall quality of life for residents in the Lower Colorado River Valley and the Roaring Fork Valley. Congresswoman Boebert has strongly supported the South Bridge project and worked closely with the City to secure funding.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “Our bipartisan advocacy was successful and secured $49.68 million for the South Bridge project in Glenwood Springs. I have worked closely with local elected officials on both sides of the aisle since my first year in Congress and securing funding for the South Bridge project has been one of my top local priorities. Thanks to this locally driven effort, the South Bridge project will be built. This critical infrastructure development not only improves emergency response capabilities but also ensures the safety and well-being of our community. The transformative impact of this investment reaches far beyond improved connectivity; it will also boost regional economic growth and improve the quality of life for Glenwood Springs residents.”

Glenwood Springs Mayor Ingrid Wussow said, ""The City of Glenwood is thrilled and relieved to have received the almost $50mil Rural Surface Transportation Grant. For over 20 years our community has been working on procuring the funds for this much needed conduit for fire egress in our wildfire prone community. We are thankful to our congressional delegates, Governor Polis and CDOT Director Lew for their unwavering support in helping us solve this rural transportation challenge. We are so appreciative of Congresswoman Boebert's letter of support and we look forward to seeing this project come to fruition.""

Former Glenwood Springs Mayor and Current Ward 5 City Council Member Jonathan Godes said, “Glenwood Springs has lost lives, homes, and our watershed through the Storm King, Coal Seam, and Grizzly Creek fires over the last 25 years. This bridge has been a critical need for decades, and the community can breathe a little bit easier once the fire egress of South Bridge is finally built. We cannot thank our congressional delegation enough. Without their support, along with Governor Polis and CDOT Director Lew this would not be a reality.”

Background:

During her short tenure in Congress, Congresswoman Boebert has worked closely with local officials and strongly supported the South Bridge project numerous times over the years. With the DOT grant of $49.68 million, Glenwood Springs can now move forward with the construction of a vital second emergency route and evacuation access—a new bridge connection linking State Highway 82 to the western side of the Roaring Fork River in the City's South Corridor.

In May of 2021, Congresswoman Boebert wrote a letter in strong support of the City’s grant application for the South Bridge project to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities grant funds. You can read Congresswoman Boebert’s full letter to FEMA Administrator Peter Gaynor here.

In September of 2021, Congresswoman Boebert met with Glenwood Springs Mayor Jonathan Godes to discuss her support of infrastructure projects to improve the I-70 corridor. In May, Congresswoman Boebert hosted then Glenwood Springs Mayor Jonathan Godes, then City Council Member Ingrid Wussow, then City Attorney Karl Hanlon, and then City Manager Debra Figueroa for a bipartisan meeting in her D.C. office to discuss the South Bridge Project.

In June of 2022, Congresswoman Boebert wrote a letter in strong support of the City’s grant application for the South Bridge project to the Department of Transportation for Rural Surface Transportation grant funds. The letter emphasized the importance of this project and requested fair consideration for the grant application. You can read Congresswoman Boebert’s full letter of support to Secretary Buttigieg here.

In March of 2023, Congresswoman Boebert submitted a Community Project Funding Appropriations request in support of the South Bridge project to the House Committee on Appropriations Chairwoman Kay Granger as well as Ranking Member Rosa DeLauro urging them to include funding for the South Bridge Project in the 2024 fiscal year appropriations bill. The Congresswoman’s $1.4 million request for the South Bridge project was successful and is currently included in the base House Appropriations bill passed by the House Committee on Appropriations. You can read Congresswoman Boebert’s full Community Project Funding Appropriations request here.

The South Bridge Program in Glenwood Springs perfectly aligns with the Rural Surface Transportation program, aiming which aims to bolster connectivity, ensure the safety of travelers, stimulate economic growth, and enhance the overall quality of life for residents in the Lower Colorado River Valley and the Roaring Fork Valley. Congresswoman Boebert looks forward to the completion of this critical project.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crow-sherrill-houlahan-moulton-spanberger-slotkin-send-letter-to-president-biden-urging-a-shift-in-israeli-military-strategy,"Reps. Crow, Sherrill, Houlahan, Moulton, Spanberger, Slotkin Send Letter to President Biden Urging a Shift in Israeli Military Strategy",2023-12-18,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Jason Crow,C001121,crow.house.gov,crow,https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), member of the House Intelligence Committee and House Foreign Affairs Committee, joined Reps. Mikie Sherrill (D-NJ), Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA), Seth Moulton (D-MA), Abigail Spanberger (D-VA), and Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) to send a letter to President Biden urging the Administration to use all our leverage to achieve a shift in Israeli military strategy.

“From our positions on the Intelligence, Armed Services, and Foreign Affairs Committees, we have consistently pushed for Israel to shift its military strategy—there has been no significant change,” said the members in the letter.

“Accordingly, we urge you to continue to use all our leverage to achieve an immediate and significant shift of military strategy and tactics in Gaza,” the members continued.

This follows Congressman Crow’s continued calls for the prioritization of civilian protection, increased humanitarian aid into Gaza, and a shift in Israeli military strategy.

A PDF of the letter can be found here, with text appearing below:

December 18, 2023

The Honorable Joseph R. Biden, Jr.

President of the United States

The White House

1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW

Washington, DC 20500

Dear President Biden:

We are deeply concerned by PM Netanyahu's current military strategy in Gaza. The mounting civilian death toll and humanitarian crisis are unacceptable and not in line with American interests; nor do they advance the cause of security for our ally Israel. We also believe it jeopardizes efforts to destroy the terrorist organization Hamas and secure the release of all hostages.

From our positions on the Intelligence, Armed Services, and Foreign Affairs Committees, we have consistently pushed for Israel to shift its military strategy—there has been no significant change.

We have dedicated our lives to national security and believe our nation's values are a source of credibility and power. Some of us also spent years fighting America's war on terror. We know from personal and often painful experience that you can't destroy a terror ideology with military force alone. And it can, in fact, make it worse.

Accordingly, we urge you to continue to use all our leverage to achieve an immediate and significant shift of military strategy and tactics in Gaza.

Sincerely,

Jason Crow Mikie Sherrill

Member of Congress Member of Congress

Chrissy Houlahan Seth Moulton

Member of Congress Member of Congress

Abigail Spanberger Elissa Slotkin",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-announces-federal-funding-drought-and-flood-preparedness-research,Rep. Neguse Announces Federal Funding for Drought and Flood Preparedness Research in Fort Collins & Boulder,2023-12-18,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Today, Congressman Joe Neguse announced federal funding for groundbreaking drought and flood preparedness research underway at Colorado State University in Fort Collins and the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Boulder. The two projects located within Colorado’s 2nd Congressional District were competitively selected by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Climate Program Office (CPO) and will help improve NOAA monitoring and modeling capabilities through precipitation data development and analysis.

In total, the CPO’s Climate Observations and Monitoring Program announced seven new three-year projects. The awarded projects, which total $1.2 million in Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23) funding, work to better prepare communities for the impacts of climate-induced changes in the water cycle and increases in the risk of flooding, drought, and degraded water supplies for people and ecosystems.

“The climate crisis is not only exacerbating water scarcity and drought conditions, but it is increasing the risk of other water-related natural disasters, including flooding. These conditions continue to seriously threaten environments and communities throughout our state and across the Colorado River Basin,” said Congressman Neguse. “Federal investments in research to better prepare communities on the frontline of this crisis allow us to tackle these issues head on—and I am grateful to NOAA for their continued support of groundbreaking research taking place in Fort Collins and Boulder.”

“NOAA’s commitment and funding is critical to advancing climate observation and monitoring. Colorado State University’s research in this arena will improve flood severity forecasting, which protects lives and property — an impact we can all appreciate,” said Christa Johnson, Interim Vice President of Research at Colorado State University.

“At a time when climate change is altering longstanding precipitation patterns, our nation needs more reliable and timely monitoring of critical storm events, as well as of hazards such as floods and droughts. Given the importance to Colorado because of our dependence on water, this award marks a notable investment into the research needed to better predict and manage vital water resources, increase our resilience to environmental change, and ultimately protect lives and livelihoods,” said Antonio Busalacchi, President of the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research.

The projects located in Colorado’s 2nd Congressional District include:

Providing forecasters a climate context for water vapor profiles at Colorado State University: Atmospheric water vapor is the fuel for all kinds of precipitation. Although most precipitation data is available, there are still some gaps in how water vapor data is interpreted. This prevents forecasters from understanding and communicating the severity of a flood threat. This project will examine precipitable water data from several meteorological data sets and create multidecadal climate records.

A next-generation multi-decadal to real-time probabilistic gridded precipitation dataset and integrated precipitation event database for CONUS at UCAR/NCAR: Observation-based precipitation products in the form of a grid are used throughout NOAA, mainly to produce numerical weather prediction models. However, there is still a need for newer precipitation datasets that will be suitable for long-term climate monitoring, extreme event analysis, model validation and improvement projects. This project will develop a real-time updating, multi-decadal gridded precipitation dataset along with an extreme event quantification database.

Congressman Joe Neguse, Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Colorado River Caucus, has been working to address water-related issues, enacting significant bills that invest in drought resilience and water management. Last month, he passed his bill, the Drought Preparedness Act, which addresses water scarcity and improves drought preparedness through the House Committee on Natural Resources. The bill, which now heads to the House Floor for consideration, reauthorizes the Reclamation States Emergency Drought Relief Act through 2028, allowing the Bureau of Reclamation to continue to minimize drought damages and improve water availability for those harmed by drought. Additionally, last year, Rep. Neguse was able to secure passage of his monumental legislative package, the Wildfire Response and Drought Resiliency Act, through the House of Representatives.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-demands-information-from-va-following-reports-of-substandard-care-at-rocky-mountain-regional-va,Congressman Crow Demands Information from VA Following Reports of Substandard Care at Rocky Mountain Regional VA,2023-12-15,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Jason Crow,C001121,crow.house.gov,crow,https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"AURORA — Today, Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), veteran, sent a letter urging the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to address concerning reports about the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center (RMVA) regarding staffing shortages, staff morale, and the RMVA prosthetics department that could be resulting in substandard care for veterans.

In the letter, Congressman Crow requested a comprehensive review of past canceled prosthetics orders, including who is responsible, steps to prevent future misconduct, the timeline for hiring permanent VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System (VA ECHS) leadership, and strategies to improve resource allocation and staffing towards providing the quality care veterans are promised.Congressman Crow’s office also remains available to assist any individual veteran who is impacted.

“As you know, RMVA resides in my district. I remain committed to ensuring not only the veterans in our community, but those who travel to this facility, receive the care they deserve,” said Congressman Crow in the letter. “There is a sacred promise in America that if you step up to serve, the nation will be there for you when you take off the uniform.”

“It is my understanding there are a number of ongoing reviews/investigations as a result of troubling information that has come to light regarding staffing shortages, staff morale, and the RMVA prosthetics department,” continued Congressman Crow. “As these reviews/investigations progress and conclude, we expect a transparent account of the current state of RMVA and any remedial action taken in response.”

Congressman Crow continues to be a strong advocate for veterans' rights in Colorado and across the US. Crow has worked to expand access to the quality health care veterans and their families have earned, including working on a bipartisan basis to create the easy to remember 9-8-8 Veterans Crisis Line, helping pass into law the PACT Act – the largest expansion of veterans health benefits in US history, and recently reintroducing the bipartisan Veterans Sentinel Act to improve the VA’s response to veterans’ suicide.

Colorado’s 6th District is home to more than 35,000 veterans.

A PDF of the letter can be found here, with text appearing below:

Dr. Shereef Elnahal

Under Secretary of Health

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

810 Vermont Avenue, NW

Washington, DC 20420

Dear Under Secretary Elnahal,

I appreciate your proactive outreach regarding the current state of Rocky Mountain Regional VA (RMVA) and our continued discussions about the concerns both VA has flagged for me and those relayed by staff and local veterans. I appreciate your commitment to an open dialogue and your willingness to ensure a transparent accounting of all issues uncovered during these investigations.

As you know, RMVA resides in my district. I remain committed to ensuring not only the veterans in our community, but those who travel to this facility, receive the care they deserve. There is a sacred promise in America that if you step up to serve, the nation will be there for you when you take off the uniform.

It is my understanding there are a number of ongoing reviews/investigations as a result of troubling information that has come to light regarding staffing shortages, staff morale, and the RMVA prosthetics department. As these reviews/investigations progress and conclude, we expect a transparent account of the current state of RMVA and any remedial action taken in response. I appreciate the steps taken so far, and the changes made, to hold parties responsible.

Based on the conversations we have had thus far, below are inquiries I have of you:

Please outline all ongoing reviews/investigations and reviews related to RMVA, as well as who is conducting these investigations, the timeline for completion, and what remedial action is being taken based on the findings.

When do you anticipate making permanent leadership changes at RMVA?

What additional staffing changes do you anticipate making?

What resources, if any, do you anticipate sending to RMVA?

During these investigations, have you identified and addressed instances where veterans had their cases closed and orders deleted when seeking the care they needed through the prosthetics department?

How many orders were deleted?

How long has this been going on within the prosthetics department at RMVA?

What is being done to ensure the veterans with improperly closed cases or deleted orders receive the care they need?

Thank you for your communication with us and commitment to ensuring our veterans get the care they deserve. I anticipate seeing issues uncovered throughout these investigations addressed swiftly. If there is any information you are unable to provide at this time, please follow up as soon as that information is made available. I look forward to your timely response.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://boebert.house.gov/PJAPASSAGE,Boebert Pueblo Jobs Act to be Signed Into Law,2023-12-14,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"This week, the House and Senate passed the final version of the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes the Pueblo Jobs Act introduced by Congresswoman Lauren Boebert. The bill will create more than 1,000 jobs in Pueblo and foster economic prosperity for southern Colorado.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, ""I’m thrilled that my first bill that will be signed into law is the Pueblo Jobs Act. This legislation will create more than 1,000 jobs in Pueblo and Colorado's Third District. My bill ensures that multi-billion-dollar infrastructure at the Pueblo Chemical Depot can be utilized by the community instead of just being torn down and bulldozed. This bipartisan and bicameral effort was developed from the ground up, and I’d like to thank all the stakeholders who helped make this happen, especially Russell DeSalvo of PuebloPlex.""

Background:

This week, the House and Senate debated and passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024. Included in the final passage of this bill is Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s Pueblo Jobs Act as well as the largest military pay raise in 20 years. This version of the NDAA has strong bipartisan support and is expected to be signed into law soon.

Congresswoman Boebert's Pueblo Jobs Act strengthens Pueblo's economy by creating a minimum of 1,000 jobs following the closure of the Pueblo Chemical Depot. This legislation ensures that the federal government adheres to the rigorous Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process under the supervision of the Secretary of the Army. This strategic move provides certainty for Pueblo's economic landscape and fosters the creation of future employment opportunities.

Back in 1988, the Base Closure Commission recommended the realignment of the Pueblo Chemical Depot, exempting 7,000 acres, including the Pueblo Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant (PCAPP) and additional facilities, from standard BRAC requirements. Congresswoman Boebert's Pueblo Jobs Act closes this loophole, safeguarding the multi-billion-dollar infrastructure investment represented by PCAPP and the additional facilities on the protected 7,000 acres. The bill ensures that this valuable infrastructure will actively contribute to Pueblo's prosperity, rather than facing demolition. With the passage of Congresswoman Boebert's bill, PuebloPlex is already working with industries to harness this remarkable facility for the creation of high-paying jobs in Pueblo.

The Pueblo Jobs Act, championed by Congresswoman Boebert, mandates the adherence to the standard BRAC process by the Army, yielding several benefits for the Pueblo community. First, it enables PuebloPlex to access federal grant funding from the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation (OLDCC) for planning and mitigating the economic impacts of the closure. Second, it allows to Pueblo to receive substantial environmental indemnifications from the Army, aiding in the redevelopment and reuse of the property. Third, it allows for conveyance of the property at less-than-fair market value for economic development purposes. Collectively, these resources are pivotal in sustaining Pueblo as the base undergoes closure, welcoming new businesses to the area.

Some of the economic development and job opportunities my Pueblo Jobs Act support include PuebloPlex, the Pueblo Memorial Airport Industrial Park, the federal Transportation Technology Center, and the implementation of a regional workforce development project led by local colleges including Pueblo Community College and Colorado State University-Pueblo.

Throughout the legislative process, Congresswoman Boebert collaborated closely with PuebloPlex, Senators Hickenlooper and Bennet, Congressman Doug Lamborn, and the House Armed Services Committee.

The full text of the Pueblo Jobs Act is available here.

Additional NDAA Information Courtesy of the House Armed Services Committee:

Every year, Congress has to pass a new National Defense Authorization Act. It’s one of the few bills that must be signed into law annually. This year’s NDAA focuses on strengthening the military due to the rising threats of Iran, North Korea, Russia and China. There is also a strong emphasis on improving benefits for all servicemembers as well as increasing their pay to historic levels. In total, this year’s NDAA authorizes $886.3B in national defense funding.

This bill supports servicemembers and their families by:

Increasing pay by 5.2%, the largest increase in 20 years

Allocating $280 million for new schools for military children

Requires the DoD to correct personnel files of servicemembers discharged for not taking the COVID-19 vaccine so that they receive full benefits in retirement

This bill eliminates wokeness in the military by:

Banning Critical Race Theory from being taught in our military

Implementing a pay cap on the Pentagon’s DEI programs

Including a Parents’ Bill of Rights in DoD schools

Cutting climate change programs

The United States is facing unprecedented threats from countries on the other side of the world, as well as our own borders. In order to best prepare for these challenges and protect our borders, this bill:

Fully modernizes our nuclear triad

Prohibits the sourcing of operational energy from Russia or China, or entities owned by Russia or China

Prevents the retirement of capabilities with remaining service life, including 4 battleships and additional F-22, KC-135, E-3, and C-130 aircraft

Includes increased funding for military construction and logistics capabilities

Requires a reassessment of posture by the Missile Defense Agency in light of North Korea’s ICBM developments

Requires DoD use or transfer border wall materials to border states

Calls for an interagency strategy to target, disrupt, and degrade threats posed by fentanyl trafficking to national security

Fully funds the deployment of National Guardsmen in support of Border Patrol activities",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-secures-key-priorities-in-this-year-s-national-defense-authorization-act,Congressman Crow Secures Key Priorities in This Year’s National Defense Authorization Act,2023-12-14,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Jason Crow,C001121,crow.house.gov,crow,https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"December 14, 2023

Crow: “In Colorado, we know the key to a stronger national defense begins at home.”

WASHINGTON — Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), Army combat veteran who serves as Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee’s Subcommittee on Oversight and Accountability and a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, voted to pass this year’s National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (NDAA), which included key priorities he championed to bolster military readiness, improve the lives of US servicemembers and their families in Colorado, and build a stronger national defense at home and abroad.

“As a former soldier, I experienced firsthand the profound impact of Washington's decisions on both my life and those of our trusted partners,” said Congressman Jason Crow. “In Colorado, we know the key to a stronger national defense begins at home. That’s why I worked hard to protect the 140th Wing at Buckley and bolster Colorado 6th’s aerospace and defense innovation workforce. I’ll continue to work to invest in servicemembers’ well being and keep Americans safe.”

This year’s National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (NDAA), includes the following Crow-led priorities:

Building a Strong National Defense with US Partners and Civilian Protection

Civilian Harm Transparency in Partnerships Act (Co-lead - Rep. Sara Jacobs): Congressman Crow successfully included his Civilian Harm Transparency in Partnerships Act of 2023 with Rep. Sara Jacobs (CA-51) in the NDAA, legislation that requires the Director of National Intelligence to notify Congress if US-provided intelligence used by a third party results in civilian casualties and strengthens reporting requirements related to incidents of civilian harm. As Co-Chair of the Protection of Civilians in Conflict Caucus, Crow secured measures included in last year’s defense bill that codified the protection and investigation of civilian harm into law.

Authorizing military construction projects in friendly foreign countries: Crow requested authorization for certain US military projects to be constructed in partner nations specifically for installation resilience. This authority extends to critical repairs and construction at US military facilities facing some of the most dire effects of climate change such as seaports.

Strengthening the Future of Buckley Space Force Base

USAF Fighter Force Preservation and Recapitalization:Following Congressman Crow’s consistent urgingfor the Pentagon to recapitalize the Colorado Air National Guard's aging F-16 fighter jets, the FY24 NDAA includes key elements of Crow’s legislation with Rep. Bacon (R-NE-02) that requires the Air Force to develop a comprehensive long-term plan on the USAF’s fighter force structure to ensure necessary planning to replace these aging jets and retain skilled flight crews is occuring. The bill also prohibits the Air Force from retiring any F-16C/D aircraft, like those flown by the Colorado Air National Guard at Buckley SFB, until the strategy has been completed. This bipartisan effort will continue to support the operational readiness of America’s 25 Air National Guard fighter squadrons spread across 22 states for homeland defense missions and emergency response.

Sustaining REPI: Increases funding by $20.2 million for the Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration Program (REPI). REPI has created hundreds of acres of protected land, built community partnerships, and helped secure money for local projects benefiting Buckley SFB and the surrounding Aurora community. Since taking office, Crow has consistently secured program funding, which relies on Congressional support to maintain and advance key initiatives promoting the climate resilience of our military installations.

Corrosion Control Funding for Colorado’s Air National Guard: Increases funding by $12 million to prevent and mitigate the impacts of corrosion due to environmental factors to ensure peak performance and operational readiness of the Colorado Air National Guard’s aircraft at Buckley SFB.

Improving water and electric infrastructure at Buckley SFB:

$9 million which will fund a project to make Buckley SFB’s electrical supply redundant; and

$5.7 million to build a replacement water well on base

Elevating Colorado’s Space Leadership

Advancing High Mach Turbine Engine development: Allocates $5 million for additional investment in next-generation technological advancements focusing on high mach flight. Colorado is home to the fastest-growing aerospace workforce in the US with over 260 companies choosing to hub their operations in Colorado’s 6th District.

Boosting the NSSL: Provides full funding for the National Security Space Launch Program (NSSL) which contracts with commercial space launch providers to ensure reliable, timely, and cost-effective access to space for critical US missions. A robust aerospace and technology workforce in Crow's district continues to lead the way in securing NSSL contracts as we prepare America for competition and maintain the advantage in space amid evolving threats.

The final conference report also includes:

5.2 percent pay raise for servicemembers

Modifies basic allowance for housing (BAH) rates for junior enlisted members

Expands parental leave for certain members of the reserve components

Expands special hiring authority for military spouses

Expands servicemember eligibility to receive reimbursement for qualified spouse relicensing or business costs for certain servicemembers

Major efforts to to improve investments in enlisted housing",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-secures-final-passage-colorado-led-bills,Rep. Neguse Secures Final Passage of Colorado-Led Bills,2023-12-14,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Today, Congressman Joe Neguse secured the passage of two bills through the Congress. The bills advance critical priorities for the people of Colorado’s 2nd Congressional district, including expanding mental health care for Colorado’s military families and bolstering the resilience of federal data centers – like the Rocky Mountain Research Data Center (RMRDC), located at the University of Colorado Boulder – to protect against cyber intrusions, as well as physical attacks, like wildfires and other natural disasters. Both bills passed the House as part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) and now head to President Biden’s desk for signature.

“I am proud to see these proposals make their way through Congress and to the President’s desk for enactment. Both bills work to update the ways in which we protect the American people – and families across our state – from real and current threats. In passing these proposals, we are advancing protections for military families and improving cybersecurity in the federal government,” said Congressman Neguse.

The bills championed by Congressman Neguse, include:

The Mental Health for Military Families Act – To expand access to counseling and mental health services for Colorado’s military families. The bill allows the Secretary of Defense to waive out-of-pocket expenses for military families on TRICARE for their first three outpatient mental health visits per year, lowering costs and helping families access the treatment they need.

The Federal Data Center Enhancement Act – To coordinate a government-wide effort to develop minimum requirements for federal data centers related to cyber intrusions, data center availability, mission-critical uptime, and resilience against physical attacks, wildfires, and other natural disasters. The bill helps ensure federal agencies are equipped with safe and reliable data centers.

Background

Congressman Neguse is a strong advocate for veterans and service members. In May, he introduced a bipartisan legislative package to ensure that veterans can access the services and resources they deserve. Earlier this year, Congressman Neguse introduced the Veterans Jobs Training Act to increase funding for the highly successful Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP), which works to expand job training and placement services for our nation’s veterans. In that same vein, as part of the 2023 government funding bill, Rep. Neguse secured $650,000 for the Veterans Community Project Transitional Housing in Longmont, Colorado. This project supports the construction of tiny homes for unhoused veterans in Colorado's Second Congressional District.

Additionally, Colorado is home to over 30 federally funded research labs and joint institutes across the state, making it one of the highest concentrations of federally funded science and research centers in the nation. As an advocate for advancing and expanding Colorado’s innovation ecosystem, Rep. Neguse introduced the Federal Labs Modernization Act.

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https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=507,"Pettersen Votes to Pass Bipartisan Defense Bill Including Military Family Support, Servicemember Pay Increase",2023-12-14,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON—U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) today voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024. This bill funds defense and related programs and is one of the largest pieces of legislation that Congress passes each year. This version of the bill includes a 5.2% pay raise for servicemembers and supports for Ukraine and other international allies, as well as investments in military family housing, child development centers, and basic needs for those servicemembers and families who need support.

“To meet the defense challenges of tomorrow, we must invest in the people, programs, and technologies protecting America and our allies today,” said Pettersen, Vice Ranking Member of the Financial Services Subcommittee on National Security, Illicit Finance, and International Financial Institutions. “This bipartisan bill will allow us to better support the brave servicemembers and their families who selflessly risk everything to protect us, with provisions to expand access to housing and child care. Meeting the basic needs of our soldiers, sailors, airmen, marines, and guardians is essential for our military readiness and the security of our nation.”

This year’s NDAA includes provisions to:

Invest in service members, the civilian workforce, and military families by:

Supporting the 5.2% pay raise proposed in the President’s budget request

Expanding eligibility for the Basic Needs Allowance, a key program that provides funds for food, housing, etc. for military families experiencing financial hardship

Making significant investments in military family housing, child development centers, and replacing failing unaccompanied housing (barracks)

Improving family leave eligibility for civilian employees

Reaffirms our commitment to partners and allies by:

Enabling key pillars of AUKUS, the critical security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States that shores up information sharing and the integration of security and defense-related science, technology, industrial bases, and supply chains

Reauthorizing the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative (USAI)

Fully resourcing the European Deterrence Initiative and Pacific Deterrence Initiatives

Authorizes a record high investment of $150 million for Historical Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)

Provides $650 million worth of investments in energy resilience and energy conservation projects

Increases oversight of equipment provided to foreign countries by requiring the GAO to provide reports on how equipment use is monitored

Increases oversight of ex-gratia payments, the authority that requires the U.S. to make payments for damage, personal injury, or death to a civilian that is inadvertently caused by the U.S. or a coalition or military organization supporting the U.S.

Click here for the full text of the bill.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-h-res-927,DeGette statement on H. Res. 927,2023-12-13,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Diana DeGette,D000197,degette.house.gov,degette,https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement after voting against H. Res. 927:

“Hate has no place in America, and I personally disagree with the assessments these college presidents gave,” said Rep. DeGette. “I also disagree with my colleagues who think Congress should wade into policing student speech on college campuses. We cannot begin adjudicating who deserves what job on what campus or going line-by-line through universities’ codes of conduct. It’s an unserious proposition and this resolution should have never come to the floor when we have so many other pressing matters on our agenda.”

“Instead of wasting time on these culture war resolutions, we should be advancing the package that supports Ukraine and provides aid to those impacted by the conflict in Israel. I would also take this opportunity to remind my colleagues that government funding runs out in early 2024 and the Republican majority has so far refused to address this deadline in any serious way.”

H. Res. 927 would make it the official position of the House that Harvard University President Claudine Gay and Massachusetts Institute of Technology President Sally Kornbluth should resign from their posts.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=503,Stores Announce Stop in Water Bead Sales Following Pettersen Push,2023-12-13,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON—U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) today celebrated the announcement that Amazon, Walmart, Target, Etsy, and Alibaba have committed to stop selling water bead products marketed to kids by the end of the year. The move comes following a push from Pettersen alongside Representatives Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) and Robin Kelly (IL-02) to ban these colorful, water-absorbing balls that are sold as children’s toys and often look like candy. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), they are a danger to young children and can be deadly if swallowed.

On November 28, 2023 the Representatives introduced the Ban Water Beads Act, legislation to ban water beads marketed for kids.

“As the mom of a toddler, dangerous toys that look fun but actually have harmful–or even deadly–consequences are my nightmare,” said Pettersen. “I can’t imagine what the parents of kids who ingested these water beads are going through, and we cannot allow this product to continue harming children in Colorado or anywhere in the U.S. Today’s announcement is a huge step in the right direction as several stores have joined our call and committed to remove water beads from the shelves. In some stores this will not go into effect immediately, though, so I still urge parents to be wary when shopping for toys this holiday season.”

Ahead of this announcement, the CPSC received heartbreaking stories from parents whose children ingested water beads and suffered severe consequences, including grave internal injuries, lifelong health impacts, and tragic deaths. When swallowed by children, water beads can quickly absorb bodily fluids and swell to block intestines or cause other injuries. According to estimates, children ingesting water beads resulted in 7,800 emergency room visits between 2016 and 2022.

According to reporting from Consumer Reports, Amazon, Walmart, Target, Etsy, and Alibaba are all taking steps to remove water beads from their shelves this month or banning the sale of water beads on their platforms. Ebay announced that they have been prohibiting water beads from being sold as toys for the past several years.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/house-advances-health-care-bill-containing-key-degette-priorities,House advances health care bill containing key DeGette priorities,2023-12-12,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Diana DeGette,D000197,degette.house.gov,degette,https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed health care legislation containing key priorities that U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) worked to secure. Rep. DeGette released the following statement after passage of the bill:

“Today highlights the commonsense steps that Congress can take when we put partisanship aside and do what’s best for the American people,” said Rep. DeGette. “This bill brings together Republicans and Democrats to lower costs and increase transparency for patients across the nation.”

“I’m particularly pleased to see several of my priorities included in this legislation. By reauthorizing the Special Diabetes Program, we will ensure the program's research continues as they work to find innovative ways to treat and hopefully cure diabetes. And, by preventing devastating cuts to hospitals that care for vulnerable patients, we’ll improve access to care.”

This bill, H.R. 5378 or the Lower Costs, More Transparency Act, contained provisions to reauthorize the Special Diabetes Program, eliminate 2 years’ worth of Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) Cuts, and provide price transparency for clinical lab tests – all of which DeGette has championed in Congress.

Thanks to her work to reauthorize the Special Diabetes Program, an additional two years of funding would be provided to scientists at the National Institutes of Health so they can continue their ongoing efforts to find new ways to treat, prevent and ultimately cure the disease. This provision provides the program $170 million annually through September 30, 2025.

DeGette’s clinical lab test transparency provisions will, for the first time, expand existing price transparency requirements to labs – providing patients with more clarity into the prices they’ll pay for these tests.

And, by preventing cuts to the Medicaid DSH program, greater support will be available to assist hospitals that provide care for high rates of Medicaid and uninsured patients.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-announces-nearly-1-million-bipartisan-infrastructure-law-funding,"Rep. Neguse Announces Nearly $1 Million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding to Improve Cyclist Safety in Fort Collins, Colo.",2023-12-12,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Today, Congressman Joe Neguse announced $964,480 in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding has been allocated to the City of Fort Collins to identify solutions to maximize safety and comfort for local cyclists. The Department of Transportation awarded Fort Collins with Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grants to assist the city in conducting supplemental planning and demonstration activities meant to inform improvements along transportation corridors with safety issues.

Data from the state of Colorado shows that 754 people died in traffic incidents in 2022, the most roadway deaths the state has seen in four decades. 36% of these deaths were pedestrians, motorcyclists, or bicyclists.

“Fort Collins is one of the best cycling cities in the United States. Today’s announcement of funding helps protect local cyclists, taking action to improve community welfare and ensure that everyone can navigate the city safely,” said Congressman Neguse. “Two years ago, I was proud to help lead the effort in Congress to enact the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, and I am excited to see the ways in which it continues to deliver for Coloradans.”

“The City of Fort Collins is thrilled to have been awarded a Safe Streets and Roads for All grant. For our community, this funding will kick-start supplemental planning and development efforts needed to not only improve cyclist safety but ensure our bike friendly city remains top-ranked,” said Jeni Arndt, Mayor of Fort Collins.

Specifically, funding will be used by the City of Fort Collins to conduct supplemental planning and demonstration activities including a study on 27 miles of arterial roadways for solutions to maximize safety and cyclist comfort; corridor safety audits, analysis, and stakeholder engagement, and a demonstration activity to test the effectiveness of flexible posts.

The historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, enacted in November 2021, established the new Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) discretionary program, with $5 billion in appropriated funds over 5 years, 2022-2026. Rep. Neguse played a key role in the swift passage and enactment of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, a monumental piece of legislation that invests in the economy, rebuilds roads and bridges and ensures American communities can compete in the 21st Century.

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https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-sens-bennet-hickenlooper-announce-over-23-million-bipartisan,"Rep. Neguse, Sens. Bennet & Hickenlooper Announce Over $23 Million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding to Address Safety Issues for Pedestrians and Bicyclists in Boulder, Colo.",2023-12-12,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Today, Congressman Joe Neguse and U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper announced $23,032,000 in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding has been allocated to the City of Boulder to address intersection and corridor safety issues for local pedestrians and bicyclists. The Department of Transportation awarded Boulder with Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grants to assist the city in implementing a systemic approach to safety that includes making much-needed improvements to high-risk roadways and intersections.

Data from the state of Colorado shows that 754 people died in traffic incidents in 2022, the most roadway deaths the state has seen in four decades. 36% of these deaths were pedestrians, motorcyclists, or bicyclists. Additionally, individuals in the City of Boulder have been calling for the implementation of better safety measures following vehicle-cyclist and vehicle-pedestrian incidents earlier this year.

“Two years ago, I was proud to help lead the effort in Congress to enact the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, and I am excited to see the ways in which it continues to deliver for the people of Boulder County. The latest announcement of funding will help protect local pedestrians and bicyclists, improving community welfare and ensuring that everyone can navigate the city safely,” said Congressman Neguse.

“The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is the most significant investment in America’s roads and bridges since Eisenhower. This funding will help Boulder meet the needs of our state’s growing population and improve the safety of our roadways. I’ll keep working to make sure that communities throughout Colorado continue to benefit from this historic legislation,” said Senator Bennet.

“Whether they’re walking, biking, driving, or taking the bus, our Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is making commutes safer for Coloradans!” said Senator Hickenlooper.

“We are thrilled and honored to have been selected as recipients of the FY23 Safe Streets and Roads for All grant, and we truly appreciate the support USDOT has provided to the City of Boulder and the hard work of Congressman Joe Neguse and U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper to make this happen. The grant will have an enormous impact on our ability to realize Boulder’s Vision Zero Action Plan and contribute to our goal to reduce traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries to zero. We are eager to make the most of this opportunity to make our streets safer for all and contribute to the positive impact that USDOT is achieving with this historic investment through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law,” said Aaron Brockett, Mayor of Boulder.

Specifically, the City of Boulder has been awarded funds to address intersection and corridor safety issues for pedestrians and bicyclists. The project focuses on three key problems: pedestrian safety at marked, non-signalized crosswalks, crashes affecting vulnerable road users on priority arterial segments, and severe-injury crashes at 6 key intersections. To address these issues, the project will implement safety best practices at 22 intersections in the City, including installing leading pedestrian intervals, rectangular rapid-flashing beacons, and protected intersections. Project components also include adding traffic signals and retroreflective backplates, constructing protected bike lanes and bus lanes, completing missing segments of an existing multi-use path, increasing all-red clearance intervals, and prohibiting right turns on red at key intersections. The City includes a demonstration activity to study and address right-turn slip lanes across Boulder.

In addition to this announcement, $120,000 was also awarded to the Town of Lyons to develop a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. Actions Plans work to significantly improve roadway safety, aiming to reduce and eliminate serious injury and fatal crashes.

""The Town of Lyons is thrilled and grateful to be a recipient of the Safe Streets for All Planning Grant to further our Vision Zero goals and safely improve mobility in our town. We’re looking forward to the planning process to enhance pedestrian, cycling and vehicle connectivity and safety while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The generous Safe Streets for All Planning Grant will help make travel through—and throughout—Lyons safer and more pleasant, benefitting our business community, our residents, and our visitors. We can’t wait to get started,” said Hollie Rogin, Mayor of Lyons.

The historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, enacted in November 2021, established the new Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) discretionary program, with $5 billion in appropriated funds over 5 years, 2022-2026. Rep. Neguse played a key role in the swift passage and enactment of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, a monumental piece of legislation that invests in the economy, rebuilds roads and bridges and ensures American communities can compete in the 21st Century.

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https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=502,House Passes Pettersen Provision in Reauthorization of the SUPPORT Act,2023-12-12,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON—The U.S. House of Representatives today passed the bipartisan Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment (SUPPORT) for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2023, which includes U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen’s (CO-07) provision to bolster the Building Communities of Recovery program (BCOR). Both the broader legislation and this provision will expand access to critical resources and treatments to aid those in recovery from substance use disorders and mental health issues.

Pettersen’s provision was introduced in June alongside Congressman Zach Nunn (R-IA) as the Communities of Recovery Reauthorization Act of 2023. The funding it provides will significantly increase BCOR’s ability to fund local community organizations or centers that champion the development, enhancement, expansion, and delivery of recovery support services.

“My mom suffered from a prescription opioid addiction after a back injury that eventually led to heroin and fentanyl. After 30 years, she finally got the medical help she desperately needed—but there are far too many who aren’t as lucky,” said Pettersen. “The SUPPORT Act is life-saving, bipartisan legislation designed to equip our communities and people like my mom with the tools they need to enter recovery and build a brighter future.”

Full text of the bill can be found here.

Fatal overdoses continue to rise, with more than 109,000 people in the United States dying from drug-involved overdoses in 2022 alone. BCOR is a grant program administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) that provides support to nonprofit recovery community organizations or centers that:

Offer peer recovery support services designed and delivered by individuals with personal experience in addiction and recovery

Deliver recovery support services that directly assist individuals and families to recover from alcohol or drug dependency

Collaborate with current regional and local harm reduction community partner efforts that will encompass harm reduction

The SUPPORT Act includes other provisions to:

Increase loan repayment for substance use disorder workforce from $25 million to $40 million, extend training grants for mental and behavioral health education through 2028, and invest in naloxone training for first responders

Expand residential treatment programs for pregnant and postpartum women

Extend youth prevention and recovery programs through 2025

Make permanent a Medicaid State Plan Option to ease the red tape states must go through to get substance use disorder treatment covered

Schedule Xylazine as a schedule III substance, allowing law enforcement to better track and test for Xylazine",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crow-waltz-scott-and-bera-introduce-legislation-to-reinforce-us-israel-intelligence-sharing-and-prioritize-civilian-protection,"Reps. Crow, Waltz, Scott, and Bera Introduce Legislation to Reinforce US-Israel Intelligence Sharing and Prioritize Civilian Protection",2023-12-11,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Jason Crow,C001121,crow.house.gov,crow,https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, Representatives Jason Crow (D-CO-06), Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee’s Subcommittee on Oversight and Accountability and member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, Mike Waltz (R-FL-06), Austin Scott (R-GA-08), and Ami Bera (D-CA-06) introduced the 7 October Hamas Attack Evaluation and Intelligence Sharing Act. This bipartisan legislation would require a comprehensive report on Hamas’ attack on Israel, including an analysis of their planning, training, and whether other actors are responsible for supporting Hamas terrorists in their activities prior to the attack.

The bill would also examine the US intelligence sharing relationship with Israel to determine how increased sharing can strengthen national security and assist Israel’s efforts to reduce civilian harm, improve the provision of humanitarian assistance, and limit damage to civilian infrastructure.

“My years fighting terrorists taught me that intelligence is the key to effective counterterrorism, both to target terrorists but also to protect civilians caught in conflict zones,” said Congressman Crow. “This bill aims to reinforce Israel’s intelligence to ensure their counterrorism operations prioritize the protection of civilians, limit damage to civilian infrastructure, and facilitate the provision of humanitarian aid.”

“Over 30 Americans were among the 1,200 brutally murdered by Hamas terrorists on October 7th and Congress deserves answers on the massive intelligence failures surrounding these attacks,” said Congressman Waltz. ”A substantive review by our intelligence community and greater intelligence sharing with the Israelis will give us much-needed answers to understand how this attack was carried out in the first place and how we can prevent future bloodshed.”

""We need to examine every inch of the intelligence cycle to see how Israel and the United States missed the warning signs that indicated Hamas was training to execute the heinous attacks they ended up committing on October 7th. This bipartisan legislation is an important step toward compiling the lessons learned from that fateful day,” said Congressman Scott.

“We need a comprehensive understanding of the means and methods in which Hamas was able to carry out its heinous terrorist attack against Israel on October 7. This bipartisan bill requires an assessment of the training, weaponry sources, and foreign support for Hamas in order to understand the intelligence failure on October 7 and to prevent future attacks,” said Congressman Bera. “As our ally Israel continues to prosecute its war against Hamas, it must do everything in its power to minimize civilian casualties and damage to civilian infrastructure. We must improve intelligence sharing between our two countries to mitigate civilian harm, continue our work to free hostages, and improve the safe delivery of humanitarian aid.”

Recently, Congressman Crow joined bipartisan leaders in a letter supporting the Biden Administration's efforts with US partners to address Israel’s security and the humanitarian needs of Palestinians in Gaza.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-boebert-introduces-bill-block-bidens-16-million-acre-colorado,Congresswoman Boebert Introduces Bill to Block Biden's 1.6 Million Acre Colorado Land Grab,2023-12-08,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Congresswoman Lauren Boebert introduced 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.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “Joe Biden and his agency minions are making a concerted effort to undermine our energy production, particularly in Colorado. As gas prices soar to unprecedented levels nationwide, inflation crushes working families, and our national debt skyrockets at an alarming pace, the time for effective solutions is now. Instead of championing an all-of-the-above energy production to stimulate the economy and lower energy prices, Joe Biden is hellbent on trying to eliminate the oil and gas industry, as evidenced by his tyrannical actions like this concerning land grab.""

Chelsie Miera, Executive Director of the West Slope Colorado Oil & Gas Association, said, “The hardworking women and men in Western Colorado's oil and natural gas industry take pride in producing reliable, affordable, and safe natural gas and oil for our neighbors, Americans, and allies. It is crucial to consider the taxes and revenues paid by our industry, which fund important rural fire protection districts, library districts, rural schools, tourism projects, and much more. As a primary employer, creating 2 or 3 jobs in the economy for every job in our industry, we are thankful to contribute to a diversified economy for Western Colorado. Despite BLM's alternatives presenting a false choice, suggesting that either recreation or oil and gas are mutually exclusive on public lands, the Western Slope has shown that we can utilize our public lands with all multiple uses thriving together for the betterment of our communities.”

Vice Chairman of the House Committee on Natural Resources, Congressman Doug Lamborn (CO-5) said, “As Vice Chairman of the House Committee on Natural Resources, I am pleased to join my Colorado colleague Congresswoman Boebert in pushing back against the Biden administration’s overreach. Removing 1.6 million acres of land in Colorado from energy production will raise the cost of Americans’ energy bills. We must have an “all-of-the-above” energy approach to ensure effective and reliable energy production.”

Garfield County Commissioner Tom Jankovsky said, “Garfield County, CO is home to the Piceance Basin, which has the second largest natural gas reserves in the U.S. I appreciate Rep. Boebert’s attention to oil & gas drilling on federal lands. The natural gas reserves from our region are an important resource for our country and geopolitically.”

Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-5) said, “The Biden Administration has been honest about its opposition to affordable energy and good-paying American jobs. Biden’s BLM has gone out of its way to punish the oil and gas industry, and we’ll all be paying the price unless we put a stop to it. I applaud Congresswoman Boebert’s leadership on this bill to block Biden’s latest land grab.”

Background:

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert introduced H.R. 6547 to prohibit the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) from implementing a plan to end new oil leases on 1.6 million acres in Colorado. If the BLM’s proposal is finalized, the United States would lose access to vital energy resources while Americans are feeling the sting of increased gas and energy prices.

On August 4th, 2023, the Bureau of Land Management published a draft resource management plan (RMP) for the Colorado River Valley Field Office (CRVFO) and Grand Junction Field Office (GJFO). This plan could remove over 1.6 million acres of public lands in Colorado from future oil and gas leasing and establish nine different ""Areas of Critical Environmental Concern"" (ACECs) on over 100,000 acres of BLM land.

If this proposal were finalized, the entire country would 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,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-announces-bipartisan-infrastructure-law-funding-for-colorado-s-front-range-passenger-rail-project,Congressman Crow Announces Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding for Colorado’s Front Range Passenger Rail Project,2023-12-08,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Jason Crow,C001121,crow.house.gov,crow,https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06) announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) awarded $500,000 in funding for the Front Range Corridor Passenger Rail District to expand passenger rail intermediary stops spanning Fort Collins to Pueblo. As part of the Corridor Identification Development (Corridor ID) Plan established by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), allocated federal funding will be invested in development efforts. The Corridor ID Plan identifies projects to bolster America’s passenger rail network.

“The Greater Denver metro area has experienced rapid growth and our communities urgently need updated and expanded infrastructure. That’s why I championed major investments with the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law in projects like Front Range Corridor Passenger Rail that will improve public transit in our state,” said Congressman Crow. “These federal dollars will help link more Coloradans to our growing businesses and communities and keep our economy on track. I look forward to seeing the impact of this vital transportation investment.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=501,Rep. Pettersen Announces Front Range Passenger Rail Included in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s Corridor ID Program,2023-12-08,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"DENVER—Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen announced the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) will include the Front Range Passenger Rail Project in the Corridor Identification Development (Corridor ID) Plan, a program authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to facilitate the development of intercity passenger rail corridors. The FRA has also awarded the Front Range Passenger Rail Project with an initial $500,000 in federal funding to kick-start development efforts.

This announcement follows efforts led by Pettersen and other Colorado leaders requesting the inclusion of the Front Range Passenger Rail Project in the Corridor ID program. Earlier this year, Pettersen penned a letter to the DOT highlighting the importance of the project to local communities and the need to reduce pressure and congestion on Colorado’s roads.

“Everyone who has traveled on I-25 knows how congestion and delays can affect your ability to get to work, school, or to visit loved ones. Clogged roadways also lead to more accidents and unsafe conditions,” said Pettersen. “By heeding our call to include the Front Range Passenger Rail Project in the Corridor ID Program, Colorado will finally be able to fully realize our vision of a high-quality passenger rail system to connect communities along the Front Range. This will help us meet the needs of a growing population and advance our environmental, economic, and equity goals.”

The Front Range Passenger Rail Project would connect cities from Fort Collins to Pueblo, with intermediate stops at Boulder, Denver, Colorado Springs and more. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law contained $66 billion in funding for passenger rail developments. The Corridor Identification Development Plan is the first step in identifying projects for this unprecedented transformation of America’s passenger rail network.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://boebert.house.gov/RAEDAPassesHNRC,Boebert Bill Protecting American Energy Production Passes Resources Committee,2023-12-06,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, the House Committee on Natural Resources passed H.R. 6009, the Restoring American Energy Dominance Act, introduced by Congresswoman Lauren Boebert in October. The bill blocks the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM’s) proposed Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process rule.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “Joe Biden and his rogue, unelected bureaucrats have made it crystal clear that they're willing to go to any lengths to dismantle our oil and gas industry, all in favor of pushing Green New Deal initiatives that cost taxpayers hundreds of billions of dollars. The proposed Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process rule is a slap in the face to hard-working Americans already dealing with record-high gas prices. With the wars happening in the Middle East and Europe, and OPEC significantly lowering oil production, we can’t rely on foreign nations for America’s energy needs. The United States makes the cleanest energy in the world, and we should be producing it right here in America.”

Chairmen of the House Natural Resources Committee, Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-4) said, “Since day one, the Biden administration has waged war on American energy. President Biden repeatedly uses federal agencies, like the Bureau of Land Management, to kneecap American producers to keep them from tapping into our nation’s vast resources. H.R. 6009 is an essential tool bill that will prevent unelected bureaucrats from leaving America dependent on foreign adversaries to meet our energy needs. Representative Boebert has been a leader on the committee fighting for conservation of our resources, and I look forward to continuing to work with her to get this bill through the legislative process.”

Mallori Miller, Vice President of Government Relations for the Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA) said, “IPAA is pleased to see Rep. Boebert's bill pass out of Committee. The BLM rule that this legislation aims to prevent would have devastating impacts to independent producers who operate on federal lands. The BLM acted hastily to cobble this rule together and we applaud Rep. Boebert for her attempt to claw back the carelessness.”

Garfield County Commissioner Tom Jankovsky said, “Garfield County, CO is home to the Piceance Basin, which has the second largest natural gas reserves in the U.S. I appreciate Rep. Boebert’s attention to Oil & Gas drilling on federal lands. The natural gas reserves from our region are an important resource for our country and geopolitically.”

Otero County Commissioner Tim Knabenshue said, “I believe this is important legislation to try and re-establish the US as the dominant nation in energy production. I believe that all types of energy coal, solar, wind, nuclear, and electric, should be safely explored and encouraged. Thank you, Rep. Boebert.”

Background:

Today marked a significant stride in the legislative process as Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s Restoring American Energy Dominance Act successfully passed the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Joe Biden's relentless assault on American energy production has resulted in the loss of good-paying energy jobs, a surge in record-high gas prices, and a stifling effect on economic growth. The proposed Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process Rule would only exacerbate the existing damage by imposing additional burdensome costs and regulations on energy producers already grappling with the repercussions of this administration's assault on American energy.

Congresswoman Boebert introduced this key piece of legislation in October to counter the Biden administration’s efforts to destroy the oil and gas industry. Shortly after its introduction, the House Natural Resources Committee held an important hearing on the bill.

Additional Background Courtesy of House Committee on Natural Resources:

On July 24, 2023, the BLM issued a proposed rule titled Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process. This mandate aims to formally implement provisions from the partisan Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which not only increased the royalty rate for production on federal lands but also introduced new fees for producers.

While the proposed rule codifies aspects of the IRA, it also introduces significant, non-statutory changes to the BLM’s onshore leasing program. Specifically, the mandate substantially raises bonding levels for production on federal lands even though there are only 37 orphaned wells on such lands. The increased bonding fee requirements disproportionately affect smaller producers who cannot afford to operate in the surety market. These additional fees will ultimately harm returns and reduce revenues for state and local governments by discouraging development on federal lands.

The rule, in particular, suggests discontinuing nationwide bonding and raising the minimum bond amounts for individual lease bonds and statewide lease bonds. The proposed increases are substantial, elevating the amounts from $10,000 to $150,000 for individual lease bonds and from $25,000 to $500,000 for statewide lease bonds. This notable escalation poses a threat by tying up capital that would otherwise be reinvested in production. Such a move is difficult to justify, especially considering the limited presence of orphaned oil and gas wells on BLM-managed lands, numbering only 37. Moreover, over the past decade, the BLM has utilized bonds to plug wells on federal lands merely 40 times.

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 those criteria, contradicting the multiple-use mandate established in the Federal Land Policy and Management Act.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-announces-front-range-passenger-rail-included-bipartisan,Rep. Neguse Announces Front Range Passenger Rail Included in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s Corridor ID Program,2023-12-06,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Today, Congressman Joe Neguse announced the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) will include the Front Range Passenger Rail Project in the Corridor Identification Development (Corridor ID) Plan, a program authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to facilitate the development of intercity passenger rail corridors. The FRA has also awarded the Front Range Passenger Rail Project with an initial $500,000 in federal funding to kick-start development efforts.

This announcement follows efforts led by Congressman Neguse and other Colorado leaders requesting the inclusion of the Front Range Passenger Rail Project in the Corridor ID program. Earlier this year, Rep. Neguse penned a letter to the DOT highlighting the importance of the project to local communities and the need to reduce pressure and congestion on Colorado’s roads.

“I am excited to announce that the Department of Transportation and Federal Railroad Administration will heed our call to include the Front Range Passenger Rail Project in the Corridor ID program. This is yet another example of the ways in which the historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is delivering for the people of Colorado,” said Congressman Neguse. “This corridor stretches across more than 160 miles, connecting 13 of the most populous counties across the state and acting as a transportation ‘spine’ for the Front Range. I am excited to see this project become a reality for our growing communities.”

The Front Range Passenger Rail Project would connect cities from Fort Collins to Pueblo, with intermediate stops at Boulder, Denver, Colorado Springs and more.

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law contained $66 billion in funding for passenger rail developments. The Corridor Identification Development Plan is the first step in identifying projects for this unprecedented transformation of America’s passenger rail network. Rep. Neguse played a key role in the swift passage and enactment of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, a monumental piece of legislation that invests in the economy, rebuilds roads and bridges and ensures American communities can compete in the 21st Century.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-releases-statement-following-oig-audit-report-mail-delivery,Rep. Neguse Releases Statement Following OIG Audit Report on Mail Delivery in Colorado’s Mountain Towns,2023-12-06,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Congressman Joe Neguse released the following statement on the United States Postal Service (USPS) Office of Inspector General’s Audit Report titled “Delivery and Customer Service in Colorado Mountain Towns. The USPS Office of Inspector General initiated the audit after Congressman Neguse and other lawmakers, customers, local leaders, and members of the media called attention to serious deficiencies in mail service, package delivery, facility conditions, customer service, and related issues in Colorado mountain towns. The full report can be found HERE.

“For seniors, small businesses, and households that rely on timely deliveries for their medications, bills, checks, passports, packages, and other essential items, it is vital that the USPS improve the level of service it provides to Colorado’s mountain towns. For years I’ve implored the USPS to improve mail delivery in these communities, and I am heartened that the Office of Inspector General agrees. It is critical that the USPS immediately implement the recommended reforms in the OIG audit report and take these steps forward to increase transparency and accountability for the lower on-time service performance experienced in towns like Dillon, Vail, and Steamboat Springs.”

“Notwithstanding the herculean efforts of the front-line postal workers at these locations, the report makes clear that these rural mountain communities are simply not receiving a level of service even close to what the agency is required to provide. We appreciate the thorough and thoughtful work of the USPS Office of Inspector General, and we look forward to ensuring the USPS implements these much-needed remedies, including worker pay increases, improved package handling and mail reporting systems, enhanced on-the-job training and Postmaster readiness, and any additional steps to reduce delivery delays.”

Congressman Neguse has repeatedly implored the USPS to address ongoing performance issues and customer service problems in Colorado’s mountain communities. Most recently, Rep. Neguse announced soon to be implemented improvements for Steamboat Springs residents. Following a letter penned by the Congressman, addressed to the agency’s senior management, the USPS announced it will move forward with eliminating annual P.O. box fees for eligible residents of Steamboat Springs. Additionally, Rep. Neguse was successful in getting the USPS to restore 24/7 access to P.O. boxes at the Dillon Post Office and getting the Grand Lake Post Office to provide package pickup service on Saturday mornings.

Congressman Neguse, who welcomed Routt County to Colorado’s 2nd Congressional District at the start of this year, visited the Steamboat Springs Post Office in April to listen to citizens’ concerns about the Postal Service, P.O. box fees and the condition of the downtown Steamboat Springs facility.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-calls-new-peace-agreement,DeGette calls for new peace agreement,2023-12-05,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Diana DeGette,D000197,degette.house.gov,degette,https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement regarding the conflict between Israel and Hamas:

""I want to commend President Biden, Secretary of State Blinken and the Administration for their successful efforts to bring about the recent agreement, which led to a temporary pause in hostilities to the conflict between Israel and Hamas, the release of hostages, and the provision of humanitarian aid into Gaza.

""I was disappointed that the negotiations broke down and hostilities have recommenced.

""The U.S. must intensify its pressure to bring the parties back to the table to negotiate a mutual and permanent end to the violence.

""This agreement should immediately end the fighting, release all remaining hostages, and allow massive humanitarian aid that can swiftly and safely bring essential food, water, fuel and medicine to all those impacted by the conflict.

""In the meantime, to the greatest extent possible, the U.S. must continue to pressure Israel to minimize civilian causalities.

""In the long term, the U.S. and our allies in the region – together with Israeli and Palestinian leadership – must urgently work towards a peace accord, including a two-state solution, that upholds the equality and dignity of all citizens to ensure the violence we saw on October 7 never happens again.

""My sincere wish is for the U.S. and our allies to help the parties to this conflict reach a durable, peaceful resolution. And I hope that resolution is established as soon as possible.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-hres-894,DeGette statement on H.RES. 894,2023-12-05,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Diana DeGette,D000197,degette.house.gov,degette,https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement after voting against H.Res. 894:

“I strongly condemn all forms of antisemitism and the attacks against Jews domestically and internationally.

“I voted present on H.Res. 894, led by Rep. Kustoff (R-TN), because of the misleading way it’s written – a way that only inflames existing tensions.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-sens-bennet-and-hickenlooper-welcome-over-9-million-bipartisan,"Rep. Neguse, Sens. Bennet and Hickenlooper Welcome Over $9 Million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Advance Wildfire Resilience in Colorado",2023-12-04,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Today, Congressman Joe Neguse, Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus, and Colorado Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper announced that throughout Fiscal Year 2023, the Department of the Interior has invested over $9.3 million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to advance wildfire resilience work and support fuels management projects in Colorado. The projects, which took place on 31,958 acres of land across the state, included improvements for infrastructure resilience, wildfire prevention, and forest health, as well as investments in fuels management, post-fire restoration, and fire science.

“Colorado has experienced numerous devastating wildfires over the past several years, including the East Troublesome, Cameron Peak, and Marshall Fires which hit communities in the 2nd District. I am heartened to see the investments made possible by the historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to assist our communities and continue to deliver for the people of our great state,” said Congressman Joe Neguse. “The projects supported by this funding are critical components of our work to reduce wildfire risk, support recovering communities, and to mitigate the impacts of future events for households across the state.”

“As Coloradans face longer and more extreme wildfire seasons, we need to do more to protect homes and restore our forests. This funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will help safeguard communities in Colorado and reduce severe wildfire risk, but there’s still more to do to match our efforts to the scale of the challenge,” said Senator Michael Bennet.

“From the 35,000 Coloradans displaced by the 2021 Marshall Fire to the more than 200,000 acres of land ravaged by the 2020 Cameron Peak Fire, Coloradans are living the climate crisis today. These Bipartisan Infrastructure Law investments protect us, our homes, and the environment,” said Senator John Hickenlooper.

The funding announced last week is part of $468 million allocated by the Department earlier this year to reduce wildfire risk, mitigate impacts and rehabilitate burned areas across the country.

“As wildfire seasons become longer, more intense and more dangerous, investments from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda are helping provide for a more strategic approach to wildland fire management and mitigation, greater support of wildland firefighters, and much-needed equipment and preparedness methods,” said Secretary Deb Haaland.

In October, the Colorado lawmakers called on federal agencies to prioritize forest and watershed health in the Western Slope while implementing funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act. Last year, Rep. Neguse and Sens. Bennet and Hickenlooper announced over $5.1 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for 22 fuels management projects across 16 counties including; Dolores, Eagle, Grand, Gunnison, Kiowa, La Plata, Larimer, Mesa, Moffat, Montezuma, Montrose, Otero, Ouray, Rio Blanco, Routt, and San Miguel.

Additionally, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law provides for a temporary pay raise for federal wildland firefighters, a new mental wellness and health program and establishes a new wildland fire management job series for federal firefighters. Congressman Neguse has been leading efforts in the House of Representatives to permanently increase federal firefighter pay, working to open the door for additional pay and benefit improvements.

Background

Congressman Neguse, who played a key role in crafting the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, successfully secured the passage of several key priorities for Colorado in the bill, including supporting wildfire recovery, expanding broadband access, and addressing water scarcity and improving drought preparedness. In the two years since the enactment of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, $5.6 billion in funding has been announced and is headed to Colorado with over 304 specific projects identified for funding. Additional information on how the law is delivering for Colorado can be found HERE.

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https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-newly-released-methane-rule,DeGette statement on newly released methane rule,2023-12-02,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Diana DeGette,D000197,degette.house.gov,degette,https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released a new rule regulating methane emissions. As the top Democrat on the House Energy & Climate subcommittee, U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released this statement:

“Today is a big day in our fight to combat the climate crisis. This rule will allow us to curb some of the most harmful emissions and ensure the U.S. continues to be a global leader in the climate fight.”

“I appreciate the Biden Administration’s leadership on reducing methane emissions, and I look forward to continuing to work with them to make even more progress.”

Rep. DeGette has been a leader in the fight to reduce methane emissions. One of the first bills President Biden signed into law was a DeGette-led resolution to restore the stricter methane-emission standards that were in place under the Obama Administration but had been repealed by the Trump Administration. In July, DeGette spoke at the first-ever White House Methane Summit.

Methane emissions are incredibly harmful to public health, and scientists say they are accelerating climate change. As a greenhouse gas, methane is 80 times more potent than carbon dioxide.

Today’s rule from EPA will:

Phase in a requirement to eliminate routine flaring of natural gas that is produced by new oil wells;

Require comprehensive monitoring for leaks of methane from well sites and compressor stations, while giving oil and gas companies flexibility to use low-cost and innovative methane monitoring technologies;

Establish standards that require reductions in emissions from high-emitting equipment like controllers, pumps, and storage tanks;

And more.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=497,Rep. Pettersen Leads Colorado Democrats in Expressing Concern over IRS ERTC Moratorium,2023-12-01,2023,2023-12,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"DENVER—U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) led her Colorado Democratic colleagues in the House of Representatives in a letter to Internal Revenue Service Commissioner Daniel Werfel expressing their concerns over the current moratorium on Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) claims put in place in September. Pettersen authored this letter in response to outreach from small businesses in Colorado’s 7th Congressional District about the economic burden the current pause is having on their establishments.

“Many Colorado businesses applied for and were under the impression that they were approved for an ERTC credit when their Form 941 tax credit was processed,” the members wrote. “The businesses then planned and operated under the impression that a tax credit would be issued. However, this moratorium provides significant uncertainty to these small businesses who now face potential financial distress because of governmental inaction.”

Congress created the ERTC to help small businesses by providing them funds so as not to lay off workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, in the face of a large backlog of cases–as well as a large number of improperly-filed, ineligible, and even fraudulent ERTC claims–the IRS announced an immediate moratorium on September 24, 2023 on processing new ERTC claims until January 1, 2024.

The full text of the letter can be found here and below.

Dear Commissioner Werfel,

We write to express concerns surrounding the current moratorium on Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) claims and the potentially damaging impact this pause may place on Colorado businesses and workers.

On September 24, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced an immediate moratorium on processing new ERTC claims until January 1, 2024. This prolonged waiting time to process both new and existing ERTC claims is potentially placing a significant economic burden on many small businesses in our state.

By creating the ERTC in the 2020 Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Congress helped small businesses by providing them funds so as not to lay off workers throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Many Colorado businesses applied for and were under the impression that they were approved for an ERTC credit when their Form 941 tax credit was processed. The businesses then planned and operated under the impression that a tax credit would be issued. However, this moratorium provides significant uncertainty to these small businesses who now face potential financial distress because of governmental inaction.

We recognize the important purpose of the IRS’ current moratorium and thank you for the work done to address the current backlog and large number of improperly-filed, ineligible, and even fraudulent ERTC claims. It has been reported that review times for existing ERC claims will go from a standard processing goal of 90 days to 180 days, with even longer delays if the claim faces further review or audit. However, many employers in Colorado have yet to hear any update on the status of their ERTC claim. Businesses have contacted our offices regarding applications submitted in 2021 that have still yet to receive a response.

Thank you for giving your full and fair consideration of this request in accordance with all applicable rules, regulations, laws, and guidelines. We look forward to your attention to this inquiry.

Sincerely,",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crow-jacobs-introduce-bill-to-increase-oversight-of-civilian-casualties-in-conflict-zones,"Reps. Crow, Jacobs Introduce Bill to Increase Oversight of Civilian Casualties in Conflict Zones",2023-11-30,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Jason Crow,C001121,crow.house.gov,crow,https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), Co-Chair of the Protection of Civilians in Conflict Caucus, with Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51) introduced the Civilian Harm Transparency in Partnerships Act of 2023, legislation that requires the Director of National Intelligence to notify Congress if US-provided intelligence used by a third party results in civilian casualties.

""US intelligence tools are essential for keeping Americans safe and protecting civilians in conflict zones. We must ensure our intelligence always furthers both of these goals,” said Congressman Crow. “My years in combat taught me that protecting civilians is essential to the mission, not secondary. Proud to introduce this bill alongside Rep. Sara Jacobs.”

“The United States can’t fully address civilian harm without addressing incidents that result from sharing our own intelligence with our partners,” said Congresswoman Jacobs. “We need to do everything we can to prevent, limit, and minimize civilian harm – and also take steps following incidents to be transparent, take accountability, and avoid making the same mistakes again. That’s why I’m proud to support the Civilian Harm Transparency in Partnerships Act, which creates more reporting requirements to create transparency and oversight over incidents of civilian harm.”

Congressman Crow continues efforts alongside the Protection of Civilians in Conflict Caucus to prevent, reduce, and respond to civilian harm resulting from U.S. and partner operations. Crow led Caucus members in a letter pressing the Biden Administration to increase transparency in U.S. counterterrorism policy and fought for and secured measures included in last year’s defense spending, which codified the protection and investigation of civilian harm into law.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=495,"Reps. Pettersen, Caraveo, Neguse Push to Improve Drought and Flood Resiliency Efforts",2023-11-30,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON—U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) this week introduced the bipartisan Healthy Watershed, Healthy Communities Act alongside Representatives Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ), Yadira Caraveo (D-CO), Harriet Hageman (R-WY), Mike Flood (R-NE), and Joe Neguse (D-CO). This legislation would support drought and flood resiliency across the country by improving a watershed program under the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

The Healthy Watershed, Healthy Communities Act focuses on the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service’s (NRCS) Watershed and Flood Prevention Operations program, known as “PL-566”. The legislation aims to improve the PL-566 program by streamlining the program’s planning and administrative processes and creating parity in funding allocations between southwest states and other areas of the country. In August, U.S. Senator Michael Bennett (D-CO) introduced companion legislation in the Senate alongside Sens. Deb Fischer (R-NE) and Jeff Merkley (D-OR).

“As climate change continues to affect our water resources—especially in Colorado—we must ensure we have a resilient watershed management system in place,” said Pettersen. “This bill will streamline planning and help us conserve water more efficiently, so our communities and farmers are better equipped for the next drought or flood.”

“In areas across my district, programs like the PL-566 program are essential to mitigate flood or drought damage, ultimately ensuring better water security, a lifeline for Arizona’s desert communities,” said Ciscomani. “By cutting red tape and implementing commonsense fixes, we build on previous successes of the program and allow our communities to tap into the full potential of the resources available to them.”

“Water is the most valuable commodity in the West, essential for sustaining people, farms, and wildlife. But two decades of climate change-fueled drought has devastated watersheds in Colorado and the region, posing an existential threat to Colorado’s farmers and ranchers, and everyone who relies on them,” said Caraveo. “I’m proud to join my colleagues in introducing the bipartisan Healthy Watersheds, Healthy Communities Act – a bill that will make the PL-566 program work better for the American West and support drought resilience in Colorado.”

“Water is one of humanity’s most important resources,” said Hageman. “Protecting and managing our water resources is critically important, having immense consequences for local communities and our nation’s food supply and energy production. Yet confusing, contradictory, and unnecessary regulatory processes and bureaucratic delays prevent needed investments in building and managing our water storage infrastructure. The Healthy Watersheds, Healthy Communities Act addresses some of these concerns by providing greater control of watersheds to our irrigation districts and local irrigators who better understand local hydrology, systems, and needs. As a strong proponent of decentralized control and greater investment in local organizations, I’m proud to join my colleagues, as well as the Wyoming Stock Growers Association, in support of this bill.”

“Allowing for more local control and flexibility in managing projects funded by the Watershed and Flood Prevention Operations program will help stakeholders tailor solutions to steward our resources and meet the needs of local communities,” said Flood. “Thank you to Representatives Ciscomani, Hageman, Neguse, Caraveo, and Pettersen for your leadership on this issue in the House as well as our colleagues in the Senate.”

Click here to access the full text of the bill.

“The Healthy Watershed Healthy Communities Act would be a vital tool for safeguarding the future of western water resources and addressing the unique challenges faced by the region,” said Kevin Moran, Associate Vice President at Environmental Defense Fund. “In the West, where water scarcity is a persistent concern, the PL-566 program provides a lifeline for communities grappling with extreme droughts and flooding. It also supports the resilience and sustainability of American agriculture in the face of an evolving climate.”

“The Watershed and Flood Prevention Operations Program has proven to be an invaluable tool for Irrigation communities to make vital infrastructure upgrades, enhancing resilience against drought impacts for both themselves and their patrons. I appreciate Representative Ciscomani for spearheading the introduction of the Healthy Watersheds Healthy Communities Act in the House of Representatives,"" stated Julie O’Shea, Executive Director at Farmers Conservation Alliance. ""This legislation will play a pivotal role in improving the Watershed and Flood Prevention Operations program to undertake and execute modernization initiatives that yield multiple benefits for agriculture, the environment, and local communities. Special thanks to Representatives Hageman, Flood, Neguse, Pettersen, and Caraveo for their support of this significant legislation""

“The health of rural economies throughout the West is inextricably linked to the health of their watersheds. Farmers and ranchers whose futures are driven by water are invested in and uniquely positioned to implement strategies to keep their watersheds thriving. By increasing federal support for flood-risk reduction, irrigation and other watershed health projects, this legislation will help farmers and ranchers succeed while also conserving critical natural resources throughout the West,” said Jennifer Conner, Associate Director of Legislative Affairs for The Nature Conservancy.

“The Healthy Watershed, Healthy Communities Act is a sensible modification to the invaluable PL-566 tool. Water programs, services, and projects are more complex today than they were nearly 70 years ago when PL-566 was enacted. To succeed in the future, water managers, resource stewards, and communities must be more creative and work more collaboratively. From where I sit along St. Vrain Creek as it meets the South Platte River, I have concluded our community is craving holistic, sensible, apolitical leadership when it comes to addressing current and future challenges around water. This Act is all those things, and when approved could have a positive impact, not only in my backyard, but across the West and U.S.,” said Sean Cronin, Executive Director of St. Vrain & Left Hand Water Conservancy District.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=492,"Reps. Pettersen, James Introduce Legislation to Strengthen Sanctions on Fentanyl Traffickers",2023-11-29,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON—Today, U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) and John James (R-MI) introduced the Fentanyl Reduction Engrained by Economic Deterrence (FREED) Act to expand existing sanctions authorities to associates and facilitators of fentanyl traffickers and their operations. This bipartisan legislation also provides the U.S. Department of Treasury with greater authority to determine whether a financial institution is of “primary money laundering concern” relating to their involvement in illicit fentanyl and narcotics financing.

The United States is currently in the third wave of the opioid overdose epidemic, defined by the rise in synthetic opioids like fentanyl, which is up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine.

“Fentanyl has taken over global drug supply chains and was responsible for more than 85% of all opioid overdose deaths in the U.S. in 2021. I am all too familiar with the devastating effects of synthetic drugs like these, as my own mother overdosed 20 times in one year because of fentanyl,” said Pettersen. “The opioid crisis has touched countless communities across Colorado and the nation, and I’m proud to partner with Congressman James on this bipartisan bill to crack down on those who traffic these illicit drugs into our communities and the financial institutions involved in fentanyl money laundering.”

“Fentanyl has devastated and uprooted the lives of so many Michiganders and American families. And unfortunately, much of the heartbreak that these families are experiencing related to fentanyl deaths stems from issues on the southern border,” James said. “The FREED Act will strengthen tools that we already use against Russia and Iran to go after fentanyl traffickers in Mexico and throughout the western hemisphere to strengthen our defense against this deadly drug.”

""FDD Action supports this critical bipartisan legislation. The Fentanyl Reduction Engrained by Economic Deterrence Act broadens sanctions against individuals and companies engaging in or facilitating the fentanyl trade. It also expands potential sanctions on agencies of foreign governments that are determined to be involved in the fentanyl trade, including those in China. This legislation comes at a critical time, as it would provide the United States with expanded tools to enforce the agreement recently reached between the Biden administration and Chinese government to crack down on the flow of fentanyl precursors and related activities to the United States,” said FDD Action.

Click here to read the full text of the bill.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-lawler-resolution-888,DeGette statement on Lawler Resolution 888,2023-11-28,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Diana DeGette,D000197,degette.house.gov,degette,https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement after voting in favor of the Lawler Resolution 888 – which reaffirms the State of Israel’s right to exist:

“There can be no doubt that the State of Israel has a right to exist and today the U.S. House reaffirmed that.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=476,Rep. Pettersen Introduces Bill to Ban Water Beads Marketed for Kids Ahead of Holiday Shopping Season,2023-11-28,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON—U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06), and Robin Kelly (IL-02) introduced the Ban Water Beads Act, legislation to ban water beads marketed for kids. Water beads are colorful, water-absorbing balls that are sold as children’s toys and often look like candy. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), they are a danger to young children and can be deadly if swallowed.

“As the mom of a toddler, I know dangerous toys that look fun but actually have harmful–or even deadly–consequences are every parent’s nightmare,” said Pettersen. “I can’t imagine what the parents of kids who ingested these water beads are going through, and we cannot allow this product to continue harming children in Colorado or anywhere in our country. Especially as parents begin shopping for the holidays, I’m proud to join Representatives Pallone and Kelly on this bill to ban water beads and keep kids safe.”

“Water beads come in all sorts of bright rainbow colors, tend to look like candy, and are often labeled as non-toxic,” said Pallone. “They look and sound fun, but the reality is these colorful products can become deadly or cause serious injuries when swallowed by children. That’s why I’m introducing legislation to ban water beads marketed for kids nationwide. I’m grateful to everyone who joined me today to raise awareness about the danger these products pose—especially as holiday shopping begins—and I look forward to continuing to work together to advance this legislation to protect our nation’s little ones.”

Click here to access the full bill text.

The Ban Water Beads Act would direct the CPSC to enforce a ban on all water beads marketed for use by kids. The agency has received heartbreaking stories from parents whose children ingested water beads and suffered severe consequences, including grave internal injuries, lifelong health impacts, and tragic deaths. When swallowed by children, water beads can quickly absorb bodily fluids and swell to block intestines or cause other injuries. According to estimates, children ingesting water beads resulted in 7,800 emergency room visits between 2016 and 2022.

“In November 2022, water beads caused serious injury to my daughter, Kennedy Mitchell,” said Folichia Mitchell. “These beads, sold in packs of thousands, bring a hidden risk into homes, leaving only luck to avert disaster. We must join forces to shield our children from such dangers, as they deserve more than just luck for protection. I stand in support of the Ban Water Beads Act, advocating for the right of every child to have safe toys in their home.” Folichia Mitchell is a parent whose toddler suffered intestinal blockage after ingesting one water bead.

""Our sweet Esther Jo is gone all because of a toy; a toy she was never allowed to play with,” said Taylor Bethard. “Water beads are not worth the risk. If you are a parent, caregiver, teacher or therapist, I urge you to remove these from your spaces immediately. Our family is thankful that the Ban Water Beads Act will help ensure that no other family endures the same tragedy we have."" Taylor Bethard is a parent whose daughter tragically passed away after ingesting a water bead from a children’s toy kit.

“I have heard heartbreaking stories from parents whose children ingested water beads and suffered horrendous consequences, including grave internal injuries, lifelong health impacts, and even death,” said CPSC Chair Alex Hoehn-Saric. “All small children who have access to water beads are at risk. I thank the Representatives for their leadership on this issue and look forward to working with him and with parent advocates to protect children.”

“A toy is meant to bring joy, not tragedy,” said Ashley Haugen, Founder and President of That Water Bead Lady. “Yet, in 2017, my family’s life was turned upside down when water beads, purchased for my oldest daughter, poisoned, and critically injured my youngest daughter, Kipley. The same water beads that devastated my family remain for sale, a silent threat in any home. We support the Ban Water Beads Act and urge retailers to proactively remove these beads from their online platforms and shelves.”

“If ingested, inhaled, or inserted in ear canals, water beads absorb bodily fluids and can lead to potentially life-threatening injuries, such as intestinal or bowel obstruction, lung or ear damage,” said Nancy Cowles, Executive Director of Kids In Danger (KID). “No amount of supervision can keep children safe from these tiny beads.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-announces-usps-improvements-residents-steamboat-springs,Rep. Neguse Announces USPS Improvements for Residents of Steamboat Springs,2023-11-27,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Today, Congressman Joe Neguse announced soon to be implemented United States Postal Service (USPS) improvements for Steamboat Springs residents. Following efforts led by Rep. Neguse, the USPS has indicated it will move forward with eliminating the P.O. Box fee for eligible residents of Steamboat Springs. Eligible residents may also receive refunds for up to 24 months of past fees.

“The USPS’s decision to heed our request is an important step forward for residents of Steamboat Springs as we work to improve mail delivery in our mountain communities,” said Congressman Neguse. “By removing burdensome fees, countless households across the community will have better access to timely deliveries for their medications, bills, checks, passports, and other essential items.”

On November 8th following several months of ongoing discussions with the USPS, Rep. Neguse sent a letter to USPS senior management urging the agency to specifically resolve the P.O. Box issue for eligible residents of Steamboat Springs—where residents who are not eligible for residential mail delivery are currently being charged a fee for a P.O. Box, despite this being their only option to receive mail. This followed Rep. Joe Neguse’s visit to the Steamboat Springs Post Office in April of this year to listen to citizens’ concerns about the Postal Service, P.O. Box fees, and the condition of the downtown Steamboat Springs facility this past winter.

In a letter accompanied by a PS 1093 Form that was delivered to 1,000 PO Box holders in Steamboat Springs regarding the matter – with more notifications coming soon – the USPS stated: “To ensure that we can identify the proper mode of delivery for all patrons, we are asking all Post Office Box (PO Box) Customers in Steamboat Springs to complete and submit a new PS Form 1093. PO Box service is a premium service offered for a fee to any customer and for no fee to customers who are not eligible for carrier delivery. PO Box service allows a customer to collect mail during the hours the box lobby is open. [...] Updated completion of PS Form 1093 will ensure that the Postal Service has the most accurate information and assist in identifying the proper mode of delivery for all patrons.”

Group E Post Office (PO) Box service is provided free, with restric­tions, to customers whose physical addresses are not eli­gible for any form of USPS carrier delivery service. Learn more about Group E PO Box services and qualifications here.

Congressman Neguse has repeatedly implored the USPS to address ongoing delays in mail services occurring in Colorado’s mountain communities. In January, Rep. Neguse penned a letter to the United States Postal Service (USPS) District Manager requesting the USPS provide alternate methods to pick up mail, expand opportunities for customers to access their PO boxes, aggressively recruit new staff, and meet with the affected towns’ mayors and county leaders. The Congressman’s office announced earlier this year that the Dillon Post Office restored 24/7 access to PO boxes and that the Grand Lake Post Office will allow for package pickups on Saturday mornings.

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https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-announces-10-million-investment-water-projects-colorados-western,Rep. Neguse Announces $10 Million Investment for Water Projects on Colorado’s Western Slope,2023-11-21,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Congressman Joe Neguse, Co-Chair of the Congressional Colorado River Caucus, announced over $10 million in WaterSMART Environmental Water Resource and America the Beautiful Grants funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law have been awarded to environmental projects to increase water availability in the Colorado River Basin. These projects are part of a greater $51 million investment in 30 new Environmental Water Resource Projects in 11 states. The collaborative projects focus on water conservation, water management and restoration efforts that will result in significant benefits to ecosystem or watershed health.

Congressman Neguse, who played a key role in crafting the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, successfully secured the passage of several key priorities for Colorado in the bill, including addressing water scarcity and improving drought preparedness across the Western Slope.

“As drought continues to pose an imminent threat to states across the West, I’m proud to have helped secure over $10 million in critical investments for water restoration and conservation projects across Colorado’s Western Slope. As Co-Chair of the Colorado River Caucus, I’ll keep fighting to ensure our great state has the resources necessary to address these long-term challenges,” said Congressman Neguse.

“Adequate, resilient and safe water supplies are fundamental to the health, economy and security of every community in our nation,” said Secretary Deb Haaland. “The Interior Department is focused on ensuring that funding through President Biden’s Investing in America agenda is going to collaborative projects throughout the West that will benefit the American people.”

Specifically, the projects in Colorado include:

$2,999,595 for the Middle Colorado River Agriculture Collaborative: 4 Fish Passage/ Irrigation Diversion Upgrade Projects on Elk Creek-a tributary to the Colorado River,

$2,482,686 for the Riparian Restoration and Infrastructure Improvements to Better the Ecological Processes of the Mancos Watershed,

$2,403,748 for the Purgatoire River Fish Passage,

$1,594,799 for the Farmer's Ditch Improvement Project,

$1,274,625 for the Farmers Union Multi-Benefit Diversion Infrastructure Improvement Project,

$ 1,198,376 for the Uncompahgre River Multi-Benefit Project,

$746,423 for the Roan Creek Fish Barrier and Diversion Infrastructure Upgrade,

And $651,920 for the Nannice Canal Diversion and Fish Passage Project.

Read more about these projects and others in the Colorado River Basin HERE.

Background

Congressman Joe Neguse, whose district includes the headwaters of the Colorado River, has been working to address water-related issues, enacting significant bills that invest in drought resilience and water management. In July of last year, he was able to secure passage of his monumental legislative package, the Wildfire Response and Drought Resiliency Act, through the House of Representatives.

Additionally, as founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Colorado River Caucus, Rep. Neguse has formed a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers each representing a state along the Colorado River Basin. The lawmakers are working to build consensus on critical issues plaguing the river and support the work of the Colorado River Basin states on how best to address the worsening levels of drought in the Colorado River Basin.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-neguse-leads-bipartisan-call-immediate-action-behalf-unpaid,Congressman Neguse Leads Bipartisan Call for Immediate Action on Behalf of Unpaid Soldiers,2023-11-20,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Colorado Congressman Joe Neguse, joined by Representative Doug Lamborn (R – Colorado Springs), penned a letter to General Daniel R. Hokanson, the Chief of the National Guard Bureau, requesting that the National Guard take immediate action to disburse outstanding enlistment bonuses to soldiers who have made the commitment to serve in the National Guard. Their letter follows reports that thousands of National Guard troops have not received promised enlistment bonuses, and that nearly 4,000 service members have left the military without being paid promised bonuses. Enlistment bonuses are promised to new soldiers who commit to six years of service and earn high-level scores on their Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) tests. New recruits can be eligible for up to $20,000.

National Guard troops are tasked with state and federal functions, and often called up to respond to state-level emergencies, including natural disasters like wildfires and flooding. In 2021, Colorado called on the Army National Guard to assist in state response to the devastating Marshall Fire. National Guard Soldiers supported impacted neighborhoods in Superior, Louisville, and unincorporated Boulder County. The Marshall Fire, which began on December 30, 2021, claimed over 1,000 homes, and caused an estimated $2 billion in total damages, making it the most devastating and costliest fire in Colorado history.

“In short, our offices are tracking reports that the National Guard is currently behind in fulfilling its promise to pay at least 12,000 soldiers their enlistment bonuses. Missing these payments can result in severe financial hardships and frustration for soldiers and their families. As you know, the enlistment bonuses which amount to as much as $20,000, are a pivotal component of the Army National Guard's recruitment strategy and a solemn commitment we make to our soldiers. In addition to being severely damaging to recruitment, the delay of payments is counteractive to the Army National Guard’s goal of retaining 37,000 soldiers. Beyond the issues of recruitment and retention, the prolonged delays in bonus payments undermine the trust and morale of our soldiers,” the lawmakers wrote.

The letter continued: “We implore the National Guard to take immediate and decisive action to rectify these pay problems. It is unacceptable that we have soldiers who have served their country honorably, fulfilled their commitments, and yet are left waiting for the bonuses they rightfully earned.”

Read the full letter HERE and below.

Congressman Neguse has been a strong advocate for veterans and service members across America. On Veterans Day this year, Congressman Neguse joined local veterans, servicemembers, and their families at the Windsor American Legion. Rep. Neguse surprised eighty-year-old Vietnam Veteran, Ed Sharp, with replacement medals honoring his time in service. Mr. Sharp lost his medals during the Marshall Fire. Rep. Neguse also recently wrote to two federal agencies requesting increased protections for VA benefits and the revision of existing program applications which unintentionally impede veterans seeking additional support for themselves and their families. Read more on those letters HERE.

November 15, 2023

General Daniel Hokanson Chief

National Guard Bureau 11 S George Mason Drive Arlington, Virginia 22204

Dear General Daniel Hokanson,

We write to request that the National Guard immediately take the necessary steps to disburse all outstanding enlistment bonuses to soldiers who have completed their service.

In short, our offices are tracking reports that the National Guard is currently behind in fulfilling its promise to pay at least 12,000 soldiers their enlistment bonuses. Missing these payments can result in severe financial hardships and frustration for soldiers and their families. As you know, the enlistment bonuses which amount to as much as $20,000, are a pivotal component of the Army National Guard's recruitment strategy and a solemn commitment we make to our soldiers. In addition to being severely damaging to recruitment, the delay of payments is counteractive to the Army National Guard’s goal of retaining 37,000 soldiers. Beyond the issues of recruitment and retention, the prolonged delays in bonus payments undermine the trust and morale of our soldiers.

It’s our understanding that the primary cause of this problem is the performance of the Army National Guard Incentive Management System (GIMS), which was introduced in 2012. Existing issues related to acute staffing shortages and training deficiencies were exacerbated by two long- term catastrophic outages resulting in the current backlog of payments.

We implore the National Guard to take immediate and decisive action to rectify these pay problems. It is unacceptable that we have soldiers who have served their country honorably, fulfilled their commitments, and yet are left waiting for the bonuses they rightfully earned.

The importance of the National Guard cannot be understated. The Guard plays a vital role within the U.S. military, possessing a distinctive capability to address both domestic emergencies and international conflicts. Our offices stand ready to work with you to reform the GIMS and ensure we fulfill the promises we made to our dedicated soldiers and their families. We ask that you provide us with a written update in 60 days detailing the National Guard’s efforts to resolve this issue and an estimation of when all outstanding payments will be distributed.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. We look forward to your immediate action and resolution of this issue.

Sincerely,",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-joins-rep-sherrill-to-fight-for-reproductive-freedom-for-servicewomen-and-military-families,Congressman Crow Joins Rep. Sherrill to Fight for Reproductive Freedom for Servicewomen and Military Families,2023-11-16,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Jason Crow,C001121,crow.house.gov,crow,https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), Army veteran and member of the Pro-Choice Caucus, joined Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) to introduce the Access to Reproductive Care for Servicemembers Act to protect servicemembers’ and military family members’ access to reproductive health care, regardless of the state they are stationed. This follows Congressman Crow’s successful efforts that led to the Department of Defense’s (DoD) continued action to protect access to abortion care for servicemembers and their families.

Nearly 50% of servicemembers are stationed in a state with extremely limited or no access to abortion. This legislation would codify portions of current DOD policy, which guarantees military leave and travel cost reimbursements for servicemembers forced to travel out of state to receive reproductive health care.

The Access to Reproductive Care for Servicemembers Act is also co-led by Representatives Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06) and Veronica Escobar (TX-16). The legislation has earned the support of the House Pro Choice Caucus, Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly NARAL Pro-Choice America), National Women’s Law Center, Center for Reproductive Rights, Service Women’s Action Network, American Association of OB-GYNs, National Women’s Health Network, Power to Decide, National Partnership for Women and Families, and Minority Veterans of America.

“A servicemember’s choice to have an abortion should remain between her and her doctor – not politicians,” said Congressman Crow. “Unfortunately, following a misguided Supreme Court decision, we were forced to start asking servicewomen to not only give their life in defense of our nation but to do so in a way that sets aside their fundamental rights and freedoms. This was plain wrong, and I’m thankful the Department of Defense acted to protect our servicemembers and meet our national security objectives. And I’m proud to join my colleague, Rep. Sherrill to codify and expand on DoD’s decision to protect the rights of women in uniform.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-neguse-urges-federal-agencies-remove-barriers-protect-benefits,Congressman Neguse Urges Federal Agencies to Remove Barriers & Protect Benefits for America’s Veterans,2023-11-16,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Following conversations with veterans across Colorado, Congressman Joe Neguse penned two letters to federal agencies requesting increased protections for VA benefits and the revision of existing program applications which unintentionally impede veterans seeking additional support for themselves and their families. Rep. Neguse first called on the Department of Education to remove barriers to financial aid for veterans and their families. He then wrote to the Office of Community Planning and Development (OCPD) regarding protections to ensure veterans receiving disability compensation are able to receive the full scope of federal loans they are entitled to as civilians.

On Veterans Day last week, Congressman Neguse joined local veterans, servicemembers, and their families at the Windsor American Legion. Rep. Neguse surprised eighty-year-old Vietnam Veteran, Ed Sharp, with replacement medals honoring his time in service. Mr. Sharp lost his medals during the devastating Marshall Fire in December 2021.

“Our veterans and service members have sacrificed so much to keep us safe, and it is our duty to make sure we honor our commitments to them when they come home—which ultimately includes ensuring that federal veterans benefits do not impede access to other federal assistance, whether it be supporting access to higher education and expanding safe and affordable housing or removing potentially restrictive barriers to compensation,” said Congressman Neguse.

In his first letter, Congressman Neguse wrote to the U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona and Federal Student Aid Chief Operating Officer Richard Cordray urging them to address issues related to federal student aid for veterans and their dependents. The letter requests that the Department of Education update the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form, to ensure that veterans' noneducation benefits like Disability, Death Pension, Dependency, Indemnity Compensation, and more do not impact applicants’ income calculations for expected contributions.

Read the full letter HERE.

The second letter requests that the Office of Community Planning and Development (OCPD) revise current guidance regarding the inclusion and exclusion of income related to non-taxable Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) disability compensation. The inadvertent inclusion of these payments as income has impacted local veterans' ability to receive federal support in the face of a disaster.

Read the full letter HERE.

Background

Congressman Neguse is a strong advocate for veterans and service members. In May, he introduced a bipartisan legislative package to ensure that veterans can access the services and resources they deserve. The bills, which include the Department of Veterans Affairs Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Processing Claims Improvement Act and the HUBS for Veterans Act, work to improve the treatment and compensation for veterans experiencing PTSD and create regional “network hubs” for veterans, service members, and their families to seek resources and support.

Earlier this year, Congressman Neguse introduced the Veterans Jobs Training Act to increase funding for the highly successful Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP), which works to expand job training and placement services for our nation’s veterans. In that same vein, as part of the 2023 government funding bill, Rep. Neguse secured $650,000 for the Veterans Community Project Transitional Housing in Longmont, Colorado. This project supports the construction of tiny homes for unhoused veterans in Colorado's Second Congressional District.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://boebert.house.gov/LHHApprops,House Green Lights 11 of Congresswoman Lauren Boebert's Bipartisan Amendments,2023-11-15,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"11 of Congresswoman Lauren Boebert's bipartisan amendments to the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill passed the House. In addition, 14 of Congresswoman Boebert’s appropriations requests were included in the base bill.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03)said, “Redirecting wasteful spending in the bill to important Third Congressional District priorities is just common sense. I’m thrilled my bipartisan colleagues in the House supported my efforts to prioritize more resources for rural hospitals, increase access to telehealth services for 2.8 million rural veterans, combat wasteful and fraudulent healthcare spending, strengthen charter schools, support physician workforce expansion in rural areas, and address the unique challenges of rural and Indian education.”

Background:

This week, the House debated H.R. 5894, the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2024. Included in the base bill were 14 of Congresswoman Boebert’s bipartisan legislative initiatives. The House also passed 11 of Congresswoman Boebert’s amendments to the bill.

In the 118th Congress, Congresswoman Boebert has been an extremely effective legislator, focusing on the needs of Colorado’s Third Congressional District and delivering numerous legislative victories. Specifically, five of the Congresswoman’s bills and 65 of her amendments have passed the House. She has also passed seven bills through the House Committee on Natural Resources and the House Committee on Administration. Congresswoman Boebert has secured $19.7 million for 10 important water and infrastructure projects in the Third District through Community Project Funding requests that are included in House Appropriations bills as well as 42 other of the Congresswoman’s Appropriations requests are included in the base text of House Appropriations bills.

Here are the 11 amendments of Congresswoman Boebert’s that passed the House:

Boebert Amendment No. 8 – Transfers $2 million from Health and Human Services General Department Management to the Small Rural Hospital Improvement Grant Program. The closure of rural hospitals has become a growing problem, with over 138 hospitals shutting down since 2010 and 450 more at risk. This program supports rural hospitals in delivering quality and affordable healthcare by providing them with investments in technology and training. Despite limited spending on rural health programs, this amendment recognizes the vital role that rural hospitals play in providing healthcare to rural areas. It's a practical step to empower rural communities and cut through bureaucratic red tape.

Amendment #8 passed by a voice vote with unanimous bipartisan consent.

Boebert Amendment No. 9 – Transfers $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. Colorado's Third Congressional District is home to over 100,000 veterans. Telehealth, which utilizes technology for remote healthcare, is essential to address the challenges faced by the 2.8 million rural veterans in the VA health care system. These veterans often face obstacles such as provider shortages and limited facilities, which result in higher rates of chronic diseases and mental health issues. Congresswoman Boebert's amendment aims to ensure that these veterans receive the quality care they deserve by expanding telehealth services and fulfilling our commitment to their well-being.

Amendment #9 passed by a voice vote with unanimous bipartisan consent.

Boebert Amendment No. 10 – Transfer $2 million from Health and Human Services General Department Management to the Rural Emergency Hospital Technical Assistance Program. The initiative is crucial in ensuring rural communities access quality and affordable healthcare. The program supports hospitals and communities in making informed decisions about adopting the Rural Emergency Hospital model. It assists in financial analysis, workforce planning, and community health impact assessments. This program aims to improve healthcare in rural areas by simplifying the implementation of REH requirements. This amendment is essential in encouraging rural communities, cutting bureaucratic red tape, and supporting responsible healthcare policies.

Amendment #10 passed by a voice vote with unanimous bipartisan consent.

Boebert Amendment No. 11 – Transfers $2 million from Health and Human Services General Department Management to the Rural Residency Planning and Development Program to support physician workforce expansion in rural areas. The shortage of healthcare professionals in rural communities is a significant issue, with over 75% of rural counties designated as Health Professional Shortage Areas. Rural residency programs in family medicine, internal medicine, and psychiatry provide training to residents in rural settings to produce physicians committed to practicing in rural communities. The program not only addresses the shortage of healthcare professionals but also contributes to rural economies, enhances medical service access, and strengthens communities.

Amendment #11 passed by a voice vote with unanimous bipartisan consent.

Boebert Amendment No. 12 – Transfers $2 million from the HHS General Department Management to suicide prevention research and techniques to combat the mental health epidemic. The issue of suicide and mental health continues to be a significant global concern, with alarming statistics highlighting the need for urgent action. According to the World Health Organization's latest data from 2022, almost 800,000 people die by suicide every year, making it the second leading cause of death among 15 to 29-year-olds. Additionally, the COVID-19 pandemic has worsened mental health problems, leading to increased cases of depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders. As a result, there's an urgent need for accessible and practical mental health support to address this crisis.

Amendment #12 was included in the bipartisan en bloc and passed by a voice vote with unanimous bipartisan consent.

Boebert Amendment No. 13 – Transfer $2 million from Health and Human Services General Department Management to the Inspector General to combat waste, fraud, and abuse. Allocating $2 million to the HHS Office of Inspector General ensures that taxpayer dollars are used responsibly and for their intended purpose. Inspector Generals across the federal government, including HHS, have a track record of saving billions of dollars and exposing criminal wrongdoing. In FY 2021 alone, HHS's Inspector General conducted investigations leading to 504 criminal actions and 669 civil actions related to Medicare and Medicaid fraud and abuse. This commonsense amendment addresses public concerns about government corruption and fraud, offering a relatively small investment to bolster the watchdog function of the Inspector General and potentially uncover substantial fraud.

Amendment #13 passed by a voice vote with unanimous bipartisan consent.

Boebert Amendment No. 36 – slashed funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) by $3.61 billion for NIH's corruption, tyranny, and failure to transparently address gain-of-function research COVID-19 pandemic. Conflicting statements from the NIH's Acting Director about research practices further underscore transparency issues. Moreover, the Biden Administration's controversial use of the NIH, particularly in reversing restrictions on fetal tissue research, adds to the concerns. While the underlying bill has made some reductions, the proposed amendment argues for a more substantial cut to realign NIH priorities with congressional intent and express disapproval of its actions. It sends a clear message to the White House that Congress expects responsible spending and ethical practices from the NIH.

Amendment #36 passed by a voice vote with unanimous bipartisan consent.

Boebert Amendment No. 61 – Transfers $2 million for the Department of Education and increased funding for Charter School Grants by a similar amount. This amendment champions the role of charter schools in providing parents with the choice of a high-quality education regardless of their income or location. During the pandemic, charter school enrollment grew, uniquely serving marginalized students. Research highlights their positive impact on test scores, college enrollment, and civic engagement, especially for Black, Hispanic, and low-income students. The Charter School Program, the sole Department of Education initiative supporting school choice, empowers parents to tailor education to their children's needs.

Amendment #61 passed by a voice vote with unanimous bipartisan consent.

Boebert Amendment No. 62 – Transfers $2 million from the Department of Education to the Rural School Programs. This amendment addresses rural communities' educational challenges, where school closures and lack of resources disproportionately impact over 9.3 million children. The Rural Education Program, specifically the Small, Rural Schools Achievement, and Rural and Low-Income Schools programs, aims to support these districts. By transferring funds from the Department of Education bureaucracy to these initiatives, we can ensure that children in rural areas receive a proper education regardless of their zip code.

Amendment #62 passed by a voice vote with unanimous bipartisan consent.

Boebert Amendment No. 63 – Transfers $2 million from the Department of Education to the Office of Indian Education. It is crucial to remember the federal government's obligation to provide educational services to Indian tribes and their members, as established by treaties, statutes, and court decisions. However, this responsibility has been neglected and underfunded for far too long. There are 183 Bureau-funded elementary and secondary schools on 64 reservations in 23 states, serving approximately 42,000 Indian students. These schools are often located in remote areas with limited resources and aging infrastructure. In light of this, this amendment seeks to redirect funds from unnecessary expenditures in the bill to support Indian education. This acknowledges the moral and legal obligation to honor commitments to Indian tribes and respect their sovereignty, self-determination, and cultural diversity.

Amendment #63 passed by a voice vote with unanimous bipartisan consent.

Boebert Amendment No. 81 - Transfers $2 million from Department of Education bureaucracy to the Inspector General to combat waste, fraud, and abuse. Honest taxpayers deserve the assurance that their hard-earned dollars are utilized responsibly to educate America's children. As highlighted in this year's semi-annual report, the Inspector General's track record demonstrates its effectiveness in closing investigations involving fraud and corruption, resulting in significant financial recoveries. With a substantial budget of hundreds of billions of dollars, these funds must be dedicated to their intended purpose. This amendment safeguards the Inspector General's ability to fulfill its critical role in ensuring Department of Education funds are used responsibly, furthering the education of our children without any tolerance for wrongdoing.

Amendment #81 passed by a voice vote with unanimous bipartisan consent.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert also submitted 14 appropriations requests that were included in the base bill. Read the full letter from the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Chairman Robert B. Aderholt to Congresswoman Boebert listing these priorities HERE.

Congresswoman Boebert’s appropriations requests found in the base bill include:

$1.9 billion for the health centers program in the Department of Health and Human Services.

$402.6 million for Rural Health in the Department of Health and Human Services.

$285 million for the Apprenticeship Grants program in the Department of Labor.

$20 million for the Water and Wastewater System Operations Specialists Apprenticeships program in the Department of Labor.

Bill language includes prohibition related to vaccine mandate published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

$450 million for the Charter Schools program in the Department of Education.

Bill language prohibits funding from going to Planned Parenthood.

Bill reduces funding for the Student Aid Administration in the Department of Education by $265 million.

Bill does not include dedicated funding for diversity in biomedical research.

Bill does not include funding for the Women's Bureau at the Department of Labor.

Bill does not include funding for a government sponsored, pro-abortion website in the Department of Health and Human Services.

Bill language includes prohibition related to gain of function research in certain nations.

Bill language includes prohibition related to an executive order regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Bill does not include funding for the Bureau of International Labor Affairs under the Department of Labor.

Additional Background Courtesy of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies:

The Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies bill provides $147 billion for programs under the jurisdiction of the Subcommittee, which is $60.3 billion (29%) below the FY23 enacted level and $73 billion below the President’s Budget Request. The bill protects life, promotes American values, prioritizes medical research, and combats the opioid epidemic – all while reining in wasteful bureaucracy and enhancing oversight and accountability.

This appropriations bill:

Protects Life

Maintains the Hyde Amendment and ensures no federal funding can be used for abortion-on-demand.

Maintains the Dickey-Wicker Amendment, a legacy rider that prohibits the creation or destruction of human embryos for research purposes.

Prohibits the NIH from using human fetal tissue obtained from an elective abortion to be used in taxpayer-funded research.

Prohibits Planned Parenthood-affiliated clinics from receiving funds.

Eliminates Waste and Abuse in the Government

Prohibits any funding in the bill from going to Ecohealth Alliance (the entity that originally sub-granted taxpayer funding to the Wuhan Institute of Virology in China), the Wuhan Institute of Virology, or any lab located in the People’s Republic of China, Cuba, Iran, the People’s Republic of Korea, Russia, Venezuela, or any other nation that is determined to be a foreign adversary of the United States.

Prohibits funding from being used for any “gain-of-function” research as was being done on bat coronaviruses prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Prohibits enforcement of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) COVID-19 vaccine mandate on health care workers.

Includes provisions preventing the Biden Administration from moving forward with business-killing regulations relating to independent contractors, joint employer status, and federally forced wage rates for agricultural workers.

Strengthens Oversight of Taxpayer Dollars

Includes provisions requiring increased reporting to Congress on spending plans and unobligated balances.

Requires all “Questions for the Record” submitted from any Congressional Committee to be answered within 45 business days or the agency will receive a financial penalty to its administrative accounts.

Requires the Department of Health and Human Services to provide Congress an annual report on the number and cost of abortions performed under the Hyde Amendment exceptions within a certain time frame or face a penalty of $1,000 per day from the Secretary’s administrative account.

Eliminates the Office of Communication at the Department of Education.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-her-no-vote-lawler-amendment,DeGette statement on her no vote to the Lawler Amendment,2023-11-15,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Diana DeGette,D000197,degette.house.gov,degette,https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement after voting no on the Lawler Amendment:

“Free speech is a bedrock American value. It is critical that it be protected – even when what’s being said is abhorrent,” said Rep. DeGette. ““Freedom of speech does not, however, extend to the very real threats and intimidation against Jewish students that we have seen in colleges and universities across the United States.”

“Institutions of higher education have a fine line to walk between protecting speech and students’ safety, and they need more support not less to fulfill this duty. Stripping critical federal funding from the universities would actually undermine these efforts and for that reason, I opposed the Lawler Amendment proposed today on the floor.”

The Lawler Amendment would have stifled free speech and legitimate political demonstrations on college campuses across the country by prohibiting funding to institutions of higher education that would not suppress events accused of promoting antisemitism.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=458,"Pettersen, Steil’s Bill to Cut Off Iran’s Ability to Fund Hamas Advances Through House Financial Services Committee",2023-11-15,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON—Yesterday, the House Financial Services Committee passed the End Financing for Hamas and State Sponsors of Terrorism Act (H.R. 6632), a bill introduced by Representatives Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) and Bryan Steil (R-WI). This bipartisan legislation will disrupt the ability of Hamas to fund terrorism and violence. It will also make it harder for state sponsors of terrorism, like Iran, to abuse International Monetary Fund (IMF) resources to finance terrorist organizations, including Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and Hezbollah.

""We know that Iran is facilitating terrorism, including the Hamas organization that launched a ruthless attack against Israel and continues to perpetuate unspeakably brutal attacks against innocent civilians, both Israeli and Palestinian. This bipartisan legislation sends a clear message that we will not tolerate the financing of terrorism, particularly by state sponsors like Iran,” said Pettersen. “We must crack down on these financing schemes and this bill is an important step to keep funding from international financial institutions out of the wrong hands.”

""Iran has a central role in funding Hamas and other terrorist groups that seek to destroy Israel, kill Jews, and attack American personnel throughout the region. This underscores the urgent need to use every financial tool in our box to deny the largest state sponsor of terrorism revenue,” said Steil. “This bill will weaken Iran's ability to continue to fund violent extremists like Hamas and Hezbollah and ensure atrocities like what we witnessed on October 7 never happen again.”

The End Financing for Hamas and State Sponsors of Terrorism Act prohibits the U.S. Treasury Department from using the Exchange Stabilization Fund (ESF) to exchange Special Drawing Rights (SDR) with or to benefit a state sponsor of terrorism. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of the Treasury to work with the Group of Seven (G7) to develop a strategy to ensure Hamas is incapable of financing armed hostilities against Israel.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crow-gallagher-lead-bipartisan-effort-to-bolster-als-research-for-us-veterans-active-duty-servicemembers,"Reps. Crow, Gallagher Lead Bipartisan Effort to Bolster ALS Research for US Veterans & Active-Duty Servicemembers",2023-11-14,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Jason Crow,C001121,crow.house.gov,crow,https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Representatives Jason Crow (D-CO-06), Army veteran and Co-Chair of the ALS Caucus, and Mike Gallagher (R-WI-08), successfully included a bipartisan effort to increase funding for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) prevention research among servicemembers and veterans in this year’s Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies spending bill. This builds on Crow and Gallagher’s previous effort urging the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to launch a new initiative focused on ALS and military personnel.

Commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease, more than 30,000 Americans live with ALS, with military service identified as a risk factor and Gulf War Veterans up to twice as likely to develop the debilitating neurodegenerative illness than non-veterans. Today’s amendment directs an additional $5 million to bolster prevention and treatment research of ALS specifically for at-risk military personnel and veterans at the CDC’s National ALS Registry and Biorepository – the largest ALS prevention program in the US.

“ALS is a terrible disease, and servicemembers and veterans are disproportionately diagnosed. This bipartisan effort with Rep. Gallagher would fully fund the CDC’s initiative researching the links between ALS and our military personnel,” said Congressman Crow. “The ALS community continues to turn hope into action, and as the Co-Chair of the ALS Caucus, I’ll continue to support funding for ALS research and work alongside doctors, patients, and advocates as we strive towards a cure.”

Since launching the bipartisan ALS Caucus in 2019, Congressman Crow has worked to increase funding for life-improving ALS research, and deliver higher quality care for veterans, ALS patients, and their families in Colorado and across the US. These efforts include fighting to lower health care costs for ALS patients, introducing legislation to end the waiting period for disability insurance benefits, and helping pass into law the PACT Act – the largest expansion of veterans health benefits in US history.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-continuing-resolution-0,DeGette statement on continuing resolution,2023-11-14,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Diana DeGette,D000197,degette.house.gov,degette,https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement after voting for a continuing resolution:

“Today, once again, Democrats voted to save the country from an extreme MAGA shutdown.

“I supported the stopgap bill which will keep the government open at current funding levels into the New Year with no far-right policy riders. But we must stop kicking the can down the road.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=455,Rep. Pettersen Honors Vietnam Veterans in Pinning Ceremony Ahead of Veterans Day,2023-11-10,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"DENVER—Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) hosted a ceremony to recognize and honor Vietnam veterans from across Colorado ahead of Veterans Day. Pettersen, along with officials from the Army and Air Force, recognized over 30 veterans and awarded them each an official pin from the United States government. This ceremony was a part of the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration, which was authorized by Congress and launched in 2012, and aims to properly thank Vietnam veterans for their service and sacrifice on behalf of the nation.

“It is the greatest honor of my life to be able to recognize and honor people from my community, especially all the Coloradans who fought to defend our great nation,” said Pettersen. “Too many of our Vietnam veterans were not properly thanked when they came home, and that is shameful. There are not enough awards or accolades to show how truly grateful we are for the service of these brave men and women, but I am glad we could join together around Veterans Day to say thank you. Our veterans put everything on the line to protect our freedoms, and for that, we will be forever grateful.”

Over 30 Vietnam veterans or the families of Vietnam veterans, including those who served in the U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, and U.S. Marine Corps, were honored during the ceremony and presented with the commemorative lapel pin by Pettersen. The pins are embossed with a bald eagle, to symbolize the courage, honor, and dedication to service embodied by our veterans. The blue border and stripes represent our flag and signify vigilance, perseverance, and justice. The laurel wreath along the border represents victory, integrity, and strength. The six stars beside the eagle represent the U.S. and our five allies who served alongside one another – Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, the Republic of Korea, and Thailand. The pin is engraved with a message that reads, “a grateful nation thanks and honors you.""

Click here to access high-quality, downloadable photos and video from the event.

Pettersen encourages any veterans or families of veterans who are eligible to receive this pin to fill out this form to be honored in the next ceremony she hosts. Pettersen’s office has helped hundreds of veterans in Colorado’s 7thCongressional District receive VA benefits, access lost or delayed medals, and navigate federal bureaucracy since she took office in January. She has also signed onto multiple bipartisan bills to expand benefits for servicemembers and provide critical resources to veterans, in addition to urging the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to prioritize the construction of a VA clinic in Fremont County.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://boebert.house.gov/FSGG,Two Fiscally Responsible Boebert Amendments Pass House,2023-11-09,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Two of Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s amendments passed the House and will be included in the final version of the Financial Services and General Government appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2024.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “Honest, hardworking Americans, who dutifully pay their taxes, should never bear the financial burden of Joe Biden's border crisis, or fund bonuses for an IRS that has been weaponized against them. Some big wins for the Third District are in the House Financial Services and General Government appropriations bill. I will continue to work hard on behalf of the American people I represent.”

Background:

This week, the House debated H.R. 4664, the Financial Services and General Government appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2024. Included in this bill are 9 of Congresswoman Boebert’s legislative priorities and two of her amendments.

In the 118th Congress, Congresswoman Boebert has been an extremely effective legislator, focusing on the needs of Colorado’s Third Congressional District and delivering numerous legislative victories. Specifically, five of the Congresswoman’s bills, 55 of her amendments, and 45 of her appropriations requests have passed the House. She has also passed seven bills through the House Committee on Natural Resources and the House Committee on Administration. In addition, the Congresswoman has secured $19.7 million for 10 important water and infrastructure projects in the Third District through Community Project Funding requests that are included in House Appropriations bills.

Here are the two amendments of Congresswoman Boebert that passed the House:

Boebert Amendment 40 - Prohibits the use of funds made available by this Act to be used to provide financial assistance to Sanctuary Cities. Sanctuary city policies directly violate the Rule of Law outlined in Article 1, Section 8, Clause 4 of the U.S. Constitution, which grants Congress jurisdiction over immigration matters. A nation of laws must prioritize the enforcement of established laws rather than seeking ways to circumvent them. Sanctuary cities disregard federal statutes by harboring illegal immigrants, including violent criminals. The proposed amendment aims to restrict the use of funds from the Act in contravention of section 642(a) of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996, prohibiting sanctuary policies obstructing law enforcement's sharing of immigration status information.

Boebert Amendment 41 - Prohibits performance awards or bonuses for senior executive service employees at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Joe Biden has weaponized the IRS against the American people. The IRS under Biden has received $80 billion to build an army of 87,000 armed IRS agents for audits and enforcement and have even gone as far as monitoring bank accounts for transactions over $600. The IRS has deviated from its mission to serve taxpayers and has instead become a tool for targeting middle and low-income families and small businesses with audits and draconian enforcement activities.

Appropriations Victories:

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert submitted 9 appropriations requests that were included in the base bill. Read the full letter from Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee Chairman Steve Womack to Congresswoman Boebert listing these priorities HERE.

Congresswoman Boebert’s appropriations requests found in the base bill include:

A $1 billion cut for the Internal Revenue Service.

Prohibits funding of raises, bonuses, or promotions until the Secretary of the Treasury produces a COVID-19 National Emergency expenditure report.

Report language regarding Government-Wide (Title VII) provision prohibiting Government from labelling speech as misinformation.

Bill language repealing the Death with Dignity Act and prohibiting physician-assisted suicide in the District of Columbia.

Bill language protecting Americans from government discrimination based on their belief in natural marriage.

Bill language regarding Government-Wide (Title VII) provision prohibiting funding of Critical Race Theory.

Bill language prohibiting the use of funds to carry out any program, project, or activity that promotes or advances Critical Race Theory or any concept associated with Critical Race Theory.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-fights-to-take-dark-money-out-of-politics-as-house-gop-protects-mega-donors-in-spending-bill,Congressman Crow Fights to Take Dark Money Out of Politics as House GOP Protects Mega Donors in Spending Bill,2023-11-09,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Jason Crow,C001121,crow.house.gov,crow,https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, House Republicans rejected three amendments offered by Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), Co-Chair of the End Corruption Caucus, to remove anti-democratic, dark money riders from this year’sFinancial Services and General Government spending bill. House Republicans chose special interests and mega-donors over the American people.

“Our democracy is not for sale – we need more transparency, not less. House Republicans are once again cozying up to special interests and mega-donors by quietly pushing through protections for dark money groups,” said Congressman Crow. “Sunshine is the best disinfectant. My amendments would help put an end to corrupt influence, increase transparency, and restore public trust in government.”

This effort is supported by End Citizens United // Let America Vote Action Fund and Public Citizen.

“Shamefully, Congressional Republicans have yet again sided with dark money, corporate influence and their billionaire backers over transparency, democracy and the American people,” said Tiffany Muller, President of End Citizens United // Let America Vote Action Fund. “We appreciate Representative Crow’s continued efforts to end dark money and show the American people who’s truly fighting for them.”

“While Americans overwhelmingly support shining sunlight on corporate political spending, year-after-year some Congressmembers keep rewriting the rules to block that common-sense disclosure,” said Jon Golinger, Democracy Advocate at Public Citizen. “We strongly support Representative Crow's legislation to strike the secret money policy riders and bring corporate political spending out of the shadows and into the light.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crow-ellzey-reintroduce-bill-to-improve-reporting-of-veterans-suicide-at-va-and-enhance-congressional-oversight,"Reps. Crow, Ellzey Reintroduce Bill to Improve Reporting of Veterans Suicide at VA and Enhance Congressional Oversight",2023-11-09,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Jason Crow,C001121,crow.house.gov,crow,https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, Representatives Jason Crow (D-CO-06), Army veteran, and Jake Ellzey (R-TX-06), Navy veteran, reintroduced the Veterans' Sentinel Act, bipartisan legislation to respond to suicide by US veterans at Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) facilities by improving the accuracy of data collection and enhancing congressional oversight. These measures follows an investigation that found multiple mistakes in the VA's reporting of suicides on-campus.

Veterans make up less than eight percent of the population, yet in 2022 represented a disproportionate 13.5% of all suicide deaths among adults in the US annually. While some of these deaths have occurred on VA property, the department was found to have inaccurately reported on-campus suicides. Today’s legislation aims to provide a clear understanding of the number of veterans who have sought to take their own life towards improving care.

""After my military service, I came home to fight for veterans in our community. Too often, we’ve seen how an overly bureaucratic VA system prevents our veterans and their families from receiving the quality care our nation promised. I won’t stand by and allow the VA to fail our veterans in crisis,” said Congressman Crow. “I’m glad to renew our bipartisan efforts to increase oversight and improve the VA's response to veterans' suicide. Any way we can protect their lives, we must.”

""Since the first day I took the oath of office, I have put veterans as a top priority of my legislative agenda. Twenty-two veterans die from suicide every day, and this is unacceptable,"" said Congressman Ellzey. ""The Veterans' Sentinel Act would create a two-year pilot program in coordination with the VA's Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention to help combat this and save the lives of our veterans. It is only fitting that we as Americans take care of those who have taken care of us, and I am proud to work with my friend Representative Crow on this endeavor.""

The bill is endorsed by VoteVets, Concerned Veterans for America, The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S., Union Veterans Council, and Disabled American Veterans.

""The Veterans of Foreign Wars endorses the Veterans’ Sentinel Act, which paves the way for crucial guidance aimed at enhancing the Department of Veterans Affairs' efforts to combat suicide. By prioritizing comprehensive data-driven solutions, we are taking a significant stride toward safeguarding the well-being of our revered veterans,"" said Steve Kjonaas, Legislative Director, Colorado Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S.

The Veterans' Sentinel Act will:

Create a two-year pilot program working group within the VA's Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention (OMHSP) specifically focused on veteran on-campus suicide and attempted suicides;

Comprised of representatives from relevant VA offices to improve coordination

Directed to use proven analytic methodology and tools to determine incident root causes

Empowered to improve data collection and management processes to minimize accounting gaps

Require the VA Secretary to submit to Congress an annual report detailing on-campus veteran suicides and suicide attempts, to include trend analysis and recommendations for improving prevention efforts; and

Direct the Comptroller General to conduct a review of the OMHSP and submit to Congress a report detailing the office's actions to prevent veteran suicide, identify challenges, and provide recommendations for improvement.

Congressman Crow continues to serve as a strong advocate for veterans, servicemembers, and their families in Colorado and across the country. Crow has fought to ensure servicemembers are stationed near their dependent children, worked on a bipartisan basis to create the easy to remember 9-8-8 Veterans Crisis Line, and helped pass into law the PACT Act – the largest expansion of veterans health benefits in US history.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-introduces-bipartisan-microtia-and-atresia-awareness-day-resolution,Rep. Neguse Introduces Bipartisan Microtia and Atresia Awareness Day Resolution in Honor of Constituent Ally Tumblin,2023-11-09,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Joe Neguse and Representative Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) introduced a bipartisan resolution calling for November 9th to be recognized as National Microtia and Atresia Awareness Day. Rep. Neguse and Rep. Fitzpatrick are also the sponsors of the bill Ally’s Act, named after Rep. Neguse’s former constituent Ally Tumblin, which would require insurance companies to cover specialized hearing devices used by people born with microtia and aural atresia, such as bone-anchored hearing aids (BAHAs) and osseointegrated devices (OIDs).

During his first term in Congress, Congressman Neguse received a letter from Ally detailing her circumstances; after hearing about her situation Rep. Neguse introduced Ally’s Act. He reintroduced the bill earlier this year with bipartisan support.

“One of the very first bills I ever introduced in Congress was named in honor of a local third grader born with microtia and aural atresia. For Ally and countless Americans across the nation, specialized hearing devices are critical for communicating.” said Congressman Neguse. “On November 9th, National Microtia and Atresia Awareness Day, we recommit ourselves to ensuring support for Americans impacted by these health conditions and expanding coverage for osseointegrated hearing devices (“OIDs”), including bone anchored hearing aids (“BAHA”) and cochlear implants.”

""Millions of Americans face hearing loss every year,"" said Congressman Fitzpatrick. ""I'm proud to join Congressman Neguse on this bipartisan resolution to designate November 9th as Microtia and Atresia Awareness Day to recognize the challenges that those with hearing loss deal with everyday.""

Read the text of the resolution HERE.

“It is important to have national awareness days that raise awareness, encourage research and promote education about unique and rare congenital anomalies like Microtia and Aural Atresia (when a child is born with missing or underdeveloped ears and no ear canals, resulting in hearing loss),” said Melissa and Ally Tumblin, Founders of the Ear Community Organization. “We welcome National Microtia and Atresia Awareness Day - as a day to shine a light on this rare cause, but also a day to share options and resources that can improve the quality of life for the children and adults born with Microtia and Aural Atresia. This awareness day is also meant to help the children and adults born with Microtia and Atresia know they are beautiful and never alone. Along with families, medical professionals, educators, therapists and advocates we look forward to embracing National Microtia and Atresia Awareness Day every November 9th!”

This resolution is endorsed by Ear Community; Academy of Doctors of Audiology; Acoustic Neuroma Association; AG Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing; American Academy of Audiology; American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery; American Cochlear Implant Alliance; American Tinnitus Association; AudiologyOnline; Broomfield City Council Member Kimberly Groom; California Academy of Audiology; California Ear Institute; Cedars-Sinai Medical Center; Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters; Children's Minnesota Ear Shape Clinic; Children's Hospital of Philadelphia; Cochlear Americas; Columbia University Medical Center Departments of Audiology and Otolaryngology; Custom DME, LLC; Dallas Ear Institute Departments of Audiology and Otolaryngology; Educational Audiology Association; FACES - The National Craniofacial Association; Hear Aid Foundation; Hearing Health Foundation; Hearing Industries Association; Hearing Loss Association of America; Hear Strong; Johns Hopkins Department of Plastic Surgery and Reconstruction; John Tracy Center; Let Them Hear Foundation; Lewin Ear Reconstruction; Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford; Maryland Academy of Audiology; Mass Eye and Ear; MED-EL; Medical Art Prosthetics, LLC; Microtia Congenital Deformity Institute; Nationwide Children's Hospital Ohio; New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai; Oticon Medical; Personalized Prosthetics; Proliance Surgeons; Properly Made Masks; Rainbow Babies Hospital Ohio; ReconstratA; Dr. Russell H. Griffiths Ear Reconstruction; Seattle Children's Hospital; Seidman Laboratory; University of Southern California School of Medicine – Otolaryngology; South Carolina Academy of Audiology; SpeechPathology.com; Stanford Children's Health; Suh Hermsen Strap, LLC; Texas Children's Hospital; USC Keck School of Medicine/Cochlear Implant Center; and the University of Virginia Medical Center.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguses-bipartisan-drought-preparedness-act-passes-through-committee,Rep. Neguse’s Bipartisan Drought Preparedness Act Passes Through Committee with Unanimous Support,2023-11-09,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Yesterday, Co-Chairs of the Bipartisan Colorado River Caucus, Representatives Joe Neguse (D-CO) and Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ), passed their bill to address water scarcity and improve drought preparedness through the House Committee on Natural Resources. The Drought Preparedness Act, which now heads to the House Floor for consideration, reauthorizes the Reclamation States Emergency Drought Relief Act through 2028, allowing the Bureau of Reclamation to continue to minimize drought damages and losses and improve water availability for those harmed by drought.

“I am excited to see the Natural Resources Committee take action to address the historic drought crisis and send my bill, the Drought Preparedness Act, to the House Floor for consideration. We must continue to ensure that key drought relief initiatives have the support needed to tackle this issue head on, and I will keep pushing to get this bill across the finish line,” said Congressman Neguse.

“This bipartisan legislation will ensure our communities have continued access to programs that help us safeguard our water future. As Arizona faces a historic drought, water management programs and projects to minimize water losses are more important than ever. I am glad to see our bipartisan legislation head to the House floor and getting one step closer to becoming law,” said Congressman Ciscomani.

In October, Representatives Neguse and Ciscomani introduced the Drought Preparedness Act as part of a bipartisan legislative package to improve water resilience in the West. The bills included in the package would extend the authorization of emergency drought relief programs and increase water measurement and monitoring technologies.

Background

Congressman Joe Neguse, whose district includes the headwaters of the Colorado River, has been working to address water-related issues, enacting significant bills that invest in drought resilience and water management. In July of last year, he was able to secure passage of his monumental legislative package, the Wildfire Response and Drought Resiliency Act, through the House of Representatives. Additionally, as co-founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Colorado River Caucus, Rep. Neguse formed a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers each representing a state along the Colorado River Basin. The lawmakers are working to build consensus on critical issues plaguing the river and support the work of the Colorado River Basin states on how best to address the worsening levels of drought in the Colorado River Basin.

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https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crow-wilson-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-expand-education-benefits-for-us-service-families,"Reps. Crow, Wilson Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Education Benefits for US Service Families",2023-11-08,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Jason Crow,C001121,crow.house.gov,crow,https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, Representatives Jason Crow (D-CO-06) and Joe Wilson (R-SC-02), Army veterans, introduced the Veterans Earned Education Act, bipartisan legislation that would expand educational opportunities for the dependents and spouses of servicemembers without imposing additional service obligations.

“Servicemembers earned GI benefits as well as the right to share those benefits with their dependents. Right now medically retired veterans are not able to share GI bill benefits with their dependents and spouses. This bill would fix that,” said Congressman Crow. “I’m glad to introduce this legislation with Rep. Wilson to expand education access for the military families who shoulder the sacrifice.”

“As a 31-year veteran and the father of four sons who have served overseas, I understand the need to provide educational assistance opportunities to veterans and their eligible family members. However, currently, those benefits have limitations, which is why I am grateful to co-lead the bipartisan Veterans Earned Education Act with Rep. Jason Crow. This bill would expand the number of those individuals eligible to transfer Post-9/11 educational assistance to their dependents without an additional service obligation. The added ability to transfer earned benefits supports growth, retention, and financial stability,” said Congressman Wilson.

Key Provisions of the Veterans Earned Education Act:

Service Members with 17 or More Years of Service: The legislation would allow servicemembers with 17 or more years of service to transfer their education benefits to dependents or spouses without serving an additional four years and past retirement eligibility (20 years).

Medically Retired Service Members: Currently, those who have been medically retired are not eligible to transfer education benefits to their dependents or spouses. This bill would permit medically retired servicemembers to transfer benefits to their dependents or spouses, ensuring they have the support they need and access to the benefits they could have had prior to their service-related injury.

This bill builds on Congressman Crow’s longstanding efforts to protect the benefits of servicemembers, veterans, and their families in Colorado and across the country have earned. These include fighting to ensure servicemembers are stationed near their dependent children addressing higher education affordability for US service families, helping pass into law the PACT Act – the largest expansion of veterans health benefits in US history, and defending veterans benefits in the face of proposed cuts to critical federal programs.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-introduces-proposals-strengthen-protections-american-consumers-and,Rep. Neguse Introduces Proposals to Strengthen Protections for American Consumers and Small Business,2023-11-08,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — This week, Congressman Joe Neguse, a Member of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust, submitted several amendments to better protect consumers and small business to the Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriation Bills for Financial Services and General Government (FSGG) and Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies (CJS). Of the proposals submitted, two protect implementation of the new merger filing guidelines, which helps support antitrust enforcement and ensure corporate parties are providing all the necessary information to agencies reviewing their mergers. Other measures highlight the funding level requested for the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the agency responsible for promoting consumer protection, as well as the Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice.

Last year, the Congress enacted the Merger Filing Fee Modernization Act, Rep. Neguse’s legislation to ensure antitrust authorities have the necessary resources to protect consumers, into law as part of the year-end Omnibus Funding Bill. His proposal updates merger filing fees for the first time since 2001, lowering the burden on small and medium-sized businesses, and raising enough revenue so that taxpayer dollars aren’t required to fund necessary increases to agency enforcement budgets.

“As House Republicans threaten to cut funding for agencies and programs that ensure the wealthy and well connected are paying their fair share, I am fighting back against these harmful proposals by introducing amendments to protect the wellbeing of Colorado consumers and small business owners,” said Congressman Neguse.

To better protect consumers and small business, Congressman Neguse submitted the following amendments:

To strike provisions from the Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act that prevent the implementation of the new merger filing guidelines.

To strike provisions from the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act that prevent the implementation of the new merger filing guidelines.

To highlight the funding level requested in the President's Budget Request for the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for antitrust enforcement.

To highlight the funding level requested in the President's Budget Request for the Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice (Antitrust Division).

Through his role on the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust, Congressman Neguse has played a leading role in advocating for proper antitrust enforcement. Neguse has successfully introduced and enacted several bills to better protect consumers and small businesses; this includes measures to update merger filing fees, protect antitrust whistleblowers, reauthorize a critical antitrust enforcement program, and provide relief to local entrepreneurs.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=448,Rep. Pettersen Leads Members in Calling for Full Funding to Counter Fentanyl in Government Funding Package,2023-11-08,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON—Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) led a group of her Democratic colleagues in calling on House and Appropriations Committee leadership to prioritize President Biden’s requested funding to address the opioid crisis, especially the influx of fentanyl, in any government funding package that is brought to the floor. Pettersen was joined in sending the letter by Representatives David Trone (MD-06), Annie Kuster (NH-02), Yadira Caraveo (CO-08), Angie Craig (MN-02), Jasmine Crockett (TX-30), Seth Magaziner (RI-02), and Scott Peters (CA-50).

The United States is currently in the third wave of the opioid overdose epidemic, defined by the rise in synthetic opioids like fentanyl, which is up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine. With more than 83,000 Americans dying from opioid overdoses last year, President Biden’s supplemental funding requests aim to address this devastating trend by cracking down on drug trafficking and disrupting the flow of fentanyl into the United States, as well as increasing access to substance use disorder treatment and expanding recovery support services to those who need help.

“An American loses their life from drug overdose every five minutes – a senseless tragedy,” the members wrote. “This epidemic is dire but preventable. Congress must unify and fund these essential services to reverse and counteract fentanyl overdoses and crime. This funding would build healthier, safer, and more resilient communities.”

The full text of the letter can be found here.Inspired by her own mother’s struggle with a substance use disorder, Pettersen has been leading the fight against the opioid epidemic for a decade in the Colorado state legislature and now in Congress. Since January, she has introduced measures to combat this public health crisis and address everything from the import of synthetic opioids like fentanyl, the financing of drug cartels, expanding access to treatment, and preventing overdose deaths by ensuring airplanes, law enforcement, and hospitals are able to distribute naloxone when necessary.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://boebert.house.gov/boebert-wolf-bill-passes-house,Boebert Wolf Bill Passes the House,2023-11-07,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s and Congressman Tom Tiffany’s bill to delist the gray wolf from the Endangered Species List, the Trust the Science Act, passed the House as part of the Interior Appropriations Bill.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “The science is crystal clear on this issue: gray wolves should no longer be on the endangered species list. The constant back-and-forth on this matter goes against the best available science. We can no longer put farmers and ranchers in harm’s way by using taxpayer dollars to protect a species that has been fully recovered and that is destroying their livestock. It is time for the federal government to get out of the way and allow state and tribal wildlife agencies to manage this species.”

Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) said, “Farmers, sportsmen, and pet owners have had to deal with the consequences of an unmanaged gray wolf population for far too long. The gray wolf has clearly recovered, and the House-passed Interior Appropriations bill is a step in the right direction to delist and manage the gray wolf.”

Background:

The Trust the Science Act successfully passed the House as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill.

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.

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.

Additional Background:

In February, Congresswoman Boebert and Congressman Tiffany led 22 Members of Congress in introducing the Trust the Science Act to remove the gray wolf from the Endangered Species List. Soon after its introduction, the bill passed through the House Natural Resources Committee with a recorded vote of 21-16.

Sec. 452. of the Interior Appropriations Bill states: Not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary of the Interior shall reissue the final rule entitled “Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removing the Gray Wolf (Canis lupus) From the List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife”.

The inclusion of this provision in the final bill marks a significant victory for farmers and ranchers across the country who have been suffering attacks on their livestock by taxpayer-protected, violent species like gray wolves.

Stakeholders that have supported the Trust the Science Act in the 117th Congress or the 118th Congress include:

Alaska 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,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-resolution-censuring-rep-tlaib,DeGette statement on resolution censuring Rep. Tlaib,2023-11-07,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Diana DeGette,D000197,degette.house.gov,degette,https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement:

“I disagree with Rep. Tlaib's recent comments, but I could not support the resolution to censure her offered by Rep. McCormick and Rep. Greene. The First Amendment, which is the foundation of our democracy, protects every American’s right to free speech. So even though her statements are wrong and offensive, Rep. Tlaib should not be punished for expressing her views.”

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https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/bipartisan-wildfire-caucus-co-chairs-neguse-and-curtis-unveil-wildfire,Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus Co-Chairs Neguse and Curtis Unveil Wildfire Resource Guide for 118th Congress,2023-11-07,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Congressman Neguse also shared a resource guide with specifics for the state of Colorado, viewable here.

Washington, D.C. — Today, Co-Chairs of the Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus, Representatives Joe Neguse (D-CO) and John Curtis (R-UT) unveiled their Wildfire Resource Guide for the 118th Congress. The Caucus collaborated with a number of stakeholders and local leaders to develop a guide with useful information about how communities can better prepare for and recover from wildfires.

View the 2024 Wildfire Resource Guide HERE.

“We are no strangers to wildfires. In recent years, however, our fire seasons have grown longer, and fires are burning larger areas with more intensity. We created the Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus to ensure that we are working collaboratively on solutions to these challenges. In the event that your home, family, or community are threatened by wildfire, we want to ensure that you have the resources you need. We developed this guide to provide you with useful information about how to prepare for and recover from wildfires,” reads an opening letter from the Co-Chairs.

The lawmakers continued: “Moreover, our offices, and those of our fellow Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus members, are here to help. If you lose important federal documents, such as Social Security cards or passports, your Representative can help you. If you need information about evacuations or resources, they can help with that, too. If you have questions about how to make a plan to evacuate, how to access your mail, or how to vote, just call. If your Representative and their staff are not able to assist you directly, they will get you in contact with the people who can. Thank you once again to all the first responders and volunteers at the front lines of these fires for working day and night to keep everyone safe. We will get through this together.”

After record-breaking wildfires devastated communities across the western United States, Congressmen Neguse and Curtis created the Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus to elevate awareness and bipartisan consensus around wildfire management, mitigation, preparedness, and recovery.

Congressman Neguse, who represents an area of Colorado that has been hit with three of the worst wildfires in state history—the Cameron Peak, East Troublesome, and Marshall Fires—is also sharing a resource guide with state specific information.

View the 2024 Colorado Wildfire Resource Guide HERE.

Background

In recent years, Congressman Neguse, who also serves as Ranking Member of the House Subcommittee on Federal Lands, has emerged as a national leader amongst his colleagues on wildfire prevention, mitigation, and suppression. As his first action of the 118th Congress, Rep. Neguse introduced a series of bills to significantly increase investments to tackle wildfires and fund resiliency and mitigation projects for communities impacted by the recent rise in Western wildfires. The package consists of the Wildfire Recovery Act, Wildfire Smoke Relief Act, and the Western Wildfire Support Act.

Following Colorado’s record-setting wildfires seasons in 2020 and 2021, Rep. Neguse worked tirelessly to bring federal resources home to recovering communities and advocated for increased assistance for wildland firefighters, wildfire prevention, and forest management. In July of last year, he successfully secured the passage of his Wildfire Response and Drought Resiliency Act through the full House of Representatives.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-rep-neguse-bill-honoring-womens-suffrage-movement-national-mall,House Passes Rep. Neguse Bill Honoring Women’s Suffrage with Movement on National Mall,2023-11-07,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Congressman Joe Neguse applauded the U.S. House’s passage of the Women’s Suffrage National Monument Location Act, a bill he introduced to ensure that Washington, D.C’s first outdoor monument honoring the women’s suffrage movement is granted a location on the National Mall. This legislation follows a successful effort Congressman Neguse led in 2020 to enact legislation that authorized the construction of the Women’s Suffrage National Monument on federal lands.

“I am proud to see our bipartisan, bicameral bill to honor the women’s suffrage movement through a monument on the National Mall pass the House of Representatives. This effort has been locally-led from the start and is a prime example of what we can accomplish by working together. It is my hope that this monument provides my young daughter and many generations to come to see themselves reflected in American history,” said Congressman Neguse.

H.R. 1318 is co-led by Representative Debbie Lesko (R-AZ) in the House of Representatives and is supported by Senators Baldwin, Blackburn, and Bennet in the U.S. Senate. Specifically, the bill authorizes a monument to commemorate and honor the women’s suffrage movement and the passage of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution to be placed on the National Mall.

Background

In 2019, after constituents in Loveland, Colorado proposed the idea of installing the first outdoor women’s suffrage monument in Washington D.C., Congressman Neguse introduced H.R. 473. The bill authorized the Every Word We Utter Board, to select the design of and install the historic monument. Its title comes from a letter Elizabeth Cady Stanton wrote to Lucretia Mott in which she said of the power of words and deeds: “Every word we utter, every act we perform, waft unto innumerable circles beyond.” H.R. 473 was signed into law in December 2020.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-issues-statement-israel-security-supplemental-appropriations-act,"Rep. Neguse Issues Statement on Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024",2023-11-07,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Congressman Joe Neguse issued the following statement regarding his vote on November 2nd on the House Republicans’ Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2024:

“Rather than moving forward on a bipartisan aid package that strengthens American national security interests, House Republicans inserted partisan poison pills to a proposal meant to deliver aid to our allies. At a moment when standing together has never been more important, the bill chose division: it put the interests of the wealthy and well-connected ahead of everyday Americans, rescinding IRS funding and increasing the deficit, and it denied humanitarian assistance to vulnerable populations around the world, including Palestinian civilians.”

On October 7th, Rep. Neguse issued a statement condemning the horrific assault against Israel by Hamas terrorists. On October 20th, Congressman Neguse joined a letter, led by House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler, to President Biden noting the administration’s “clear statements regarding the fundamental importance of ensuring that the humanitarian needs of the civilian population of Gaza are met, and that all possible steps are being taken to ensure the safety of civilians and noncombatants in the Strip.” The letter stated further, “we support the efforts that Secretary Blinken and your entire administration are making to ensure that the basic necessities of life for Gaza’s civilians are available, such as food, water, and medicine. In addition, we must enable those civilians and noncombatants who want to seek refuge temporarily in safe zones in southern Gaza to be given safe passage, and to ensure that they have the ability to return to their communities in Gaza when the war is over.”

Congressman Neguse supports the Biden administration’s efforts to secure delivery of humanitarian aid to the civilian population of Gaza, including humanitarian pauses to enable the delivery of humanitarian assistance, the release of all hostages, and the safe passage of Americans and foreign nationals. The Office of Congressman Joe Neguse is also continuing to work to assist constituents currently in Israel. Staff encourages individuals to continue to reach out if they are in need of assistance. U.S. citizens seeking to be in touch with the U.S. Embassy in Israel, or looking for assistance, should also complete the Department of State’s Crisis Intake Form, here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=445,"Rep. Pettersen, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Defend Our Networks Act",2023-11-07,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON—U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) introduced the Defend Our Networks Act alongside Representatives Ashley Hinson (R-IA), Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA), Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), and John Moolenaar (R-MI). It is estimated that there are 24,000 pieces of Chinese-made communications equipment embedded in U.S. networks. Discarding this compromised equipment is critical to protecting Americans' privacy, as well as our national security. The Defend Our Networks Act uses unobligated COVID-19 funds to replace Chinese-made telecommunications products with secure equipment to ensure Americans have reliable and private connectivity. ""Chinese-supplied equipment can pose security risks to our nation’s communications infrastructure. The FCC has now banned the purchase of this equipment, which is why we must invest to replace the older equipment still being used,” said Pettersen. “I’m joining my colleagues in introducing this bipartisan bill to protect rural wireless networks and defend our country against national security threats.”

“Chinese technology is embedded in communications networks across the United States, giving the Chinese Communist Party backdoor access to Americans’ personal information and sensitive data. If communication flows through Huawei or ZTE equipment, it should be treated as if it is being downloaded back to a server in Beijing with a full access pass for the CCP regime. The Defend Our Networks Act will ensure compromised Chinese telecom equipment is replaced with secure systems so that Americans, especially those in rural areas, have secure, reliable, and private connectivity,” said Hinson.

“The COVID-19 pandemic is over, but the threats posed by Chinese telecommunications companies like Huawei and ZTE are not. There are thousands of pieces of risky Chinese telecommunications equipment in U.S. networks and it’s imperative we act with a sense of urgency to remove them. The bipartisan Defend Our Networks Act is a common-sense way to protect Americans from national security risks in our telecom networks and ensure small telecom providers have the resources they need to replace this dangerous equipment,” said Gallagher.

""This year, the Federal Communications Commission said they can only cover less than half of the costs to remove dangerous Chinese technology from American telecommunications networks. That is simply unacceptable. I am proud to co-lead the Defend Our Networks Act alongside a strong coalition of bipartisan partners. This bill would strengthen the FCC's ability to safeguard our technology, ensuring that Americans can be confident, knowing that none of our telecommunications systems are vulnerable to attacks because they contain Chinese software,” said Houlahan.

“I’m proud to my colleagues in introducing the bipartisan Defend Our Networks Act to safeguard our communications infrastructure from potential vulnerabilities to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Communications equipment produced by companies under the influence of the CCP pose a serious risk to our national security, and fully funding efforts to replace the vulnerable components with secure ones is a vital step forward in safeguarding our technological infrastructure,” said Krishnamoorthi.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://boebert.house.gov/restoring-american-energy-dominance-act-passes-house,Congresswoman Boebert's Restoring American Energy Dominance Act Passes House,2023-11-06,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"The Restoring American Energy Dominance Act, legislation introduced by Congresswoman Boebert in October to block the Biden Administration's proposed Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process rule, has passed the House as part of the Interior Appropriations bill.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “The American people have had enough of Joe Biden's relentless attack on American energy production. Gas prices continue to soar, and inflation is undermining our way of life. We should never consider reducing our own energy production and relying on other nations for our oil and gas needs. The United States is a leader in producing high-quality oil and gas globally, and it's time we utilize our natural resources to lower gas prices. Achieving this goal begins with passing my Restoring American Energy Dominance Act in the Senate and signing it into law.”

Background:

The Restoring American Energy Dominance Act successfully passed the House as a provision in the Fiscal Year 2024 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. Congresswoman Boebert’s bill blocks the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM'S) proposed Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process rule. This rule effectively cements portions of the Inflation Reduction Act into law by imposing extra costs and regulations on domestic energy producers.

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.

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.

The Restoring American Energy Dominance Act was one of eight amendments and twenty-six legislative priorities of the Congresswoman to pass the House. Read more about them here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguses-proposal-provide-additional-2-million-support-forest-service,Rep. Neguse’s Proposal to Provide Additional $2 Million to Support Forest Service Staffing in Grand County Passes House,2023-11-06,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Last week, the House of Representatives passed an amendment led by Congressman Joe Neguse to direct $2 million in additional funding to the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest in Colorado to support staffing needs at the Sulphur Ranger District. As part of the Fiscal Year 2024 Interior and Environment Appropriations Bill, this measure invests in the federal workforce responsible for tackling western wildfires, stewarding Colorado’s public lands, and implementing critical climate readiness programs.

The Sulphur Ranger District consists of 442,000 acres of outdoor recreation spaces and treasured public lands within the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest. Rep. Neguse has been working to secure additional funding for the region in order to support fire rehabilitation efforts in the areas impacted by the Cameron Peak and East Troublesome fires. In March, he announced $39 million in funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) has been allocated to the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest for fire recovery.

“As wildfires continue to threaten communities across the West, I am excited to announce that our proposal to increase federal funding for Forest Service staffing in Grand County has passed the House. These increased resources will better ensure folks on the Western Slope can access key services provided by the Sulphur Ranger District,” said Congressman Neguse.

After an uptick in wildfires across the state of Colorado, including the East Troublesome and Cameron Peak fires in 2020, Rep. Neguse has been a vocal advocate for increased funding for forest health and watershed management. Last month, he joined U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper in writing to the United States Department of Agriculture and U.S. Forest Service (USFS), urging the prioritization of BIL funds for Colorado’s Western Slope, which serve as headwaters for rivers and streams extending beyond state boundaries.

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https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=444,"Reps. Pettersen, Steel Introduce ‘They’re Fast, We’re Furious’ Bill to Curb Illegal Street Racing",2023-11-06,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON—U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) and Michelle Steel (R-CA) introduced H.R. 6224, the They’re Fast, We’re Furious Act of 2023 to address reckless speeding and illegal street racing impacting communities across the country. This bipartisan bill would establish a Street Racing Prevention and Intervention Task Force under the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to coordinate local, state, and federal strategic responses to street racing and unlawful organized street shows. The task force would address the impacts of street racing and develop best practices to combat the problem, creating safer communities and potentially saving lives.

“I’ve heard from constituents across Broomfield and Jefferson Counties who are concerned by the illegal street racing on the rise in our communities,” said Pettersen. “During a town hall earlier this year, I spoke with residents about the toll this reckless driving is taking on the well-being of our neighbors and kids, including the death of a college student in Westminster caused by a street racing incident. I took these concerns back to Washington and am now proud to be partnering with Congresswoman Steel to create a federal task force to reduce traffic fatalities and help keep our streets and neighborhoods a safe place for everyone.”

“Illegal street racing, takeovers, and sideshows have become a serious safety concern for our local communities. These reckless activities harm innocent drivers, first responders, and local businesses the most and have become a major public safety issue. It is unfortunate to see this behavior grow across our country, and I am proud to introduce legislation with Rep. Pettersen that will strengthen law enforcement coordination and combat this dangerous trend,” said Steel.

Click here for the full text of the bill.

Rep. Pettersen introduced this bill following concerns from communities across her district, including those voiced at a town hall she hosted in Westminster in August. In 2021, a street racing incident in Westminster caused the death of a 21-year-old student at the University of Colorado Boulder. This incident rocked the community and is unfortunately a common occurrence in the United States, as speeding and street racing continue to rise in prevalence since the global pandemic. In 2020, speeding contributed to 287 fatalities in Colorado, 46% of all traffic fatalities in the state. In the same year, Colorado was tied for the highest percentage of traffic fatalities involving speeding in the country.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/twenty-six-congresswoman-boeberts-legislative-priorities-pass-house-0,Twenty-Six of Congresswoman Boebert's Legislative Priorities Pass the House with Bipartisan Support!,2023-11-03,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, eight of Congresswoman Boebert's bipartisan amendments, two of her bipartisan bills, two of her bipartisan community project requests, and 14 other bipartisan appropriations requests passed the House as part of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2024.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “This week I secured 26 legislative victories for the Third Congressional District through passage of the House Interior Appropriations bill. Since taking office, Joe Biden has waged an all-out war on American energy, public lands, and water rights. The passage of my critical amendments allows us to roll back Biden’s burdensome regulations, reduce federal spending, and reallocate funds from federal bureaucrats to important causes such as improving school bus routes for the Southern Utes and Ute Mountain Utes. My amendments will also help combat wildfires by transferring $10 million to fund active forest management and hazardous fuels reduction activities, prohibit radical rule changes to the Endangered Species Act, prohibit a new Biden regulation attacking oil and gas producers, and block a 1.6-million-acre land grab in Colorado that prevents oil and gas production. The bill also funds my requests for the Gunnison and Silt Water Treatment Plants. Special thanks to everyone in the Third Congressional District who brought these priorities to my attention and worked with me to get them passed through the House.”

Background:

Today, the House passed H.R. 4821, the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2024. Included in this bill were 26 of Congresswoman Boebert’s bipartisan legislative initiatives including eight of her bipartisan amendments, two of her bipartisan bills, two of her bipartisan community project requests, and 14 other bipartisan appropriations requests submitted by the Congresswoman.

In the 118th Congress, Congresswoman Boebert has been an extremely effective legislator, focusing on the needs of Colorado’s Third Congressional District and delivering numerous legislative victories. Specifically, five of the Congresswoman’s bills, 53 of her amendments, and 38 of her appropriations requests have passed the House. She has also passed seven bills through the House Committee on Natural Resources and the House Committee on Administration. In addition, the Congresswoman has secured $19.7 million for 10 important water and infrastructure projects in the Third District through Community Project Funding requests that are included in House Appropriations bills.

Here are the eight amendments of Congresswoman Boebert’s that passed the House:

Boebert Amendment 18- Transfers $5,000,000 to fund active forest management at the United States Forest Service (USFS) from federal bureaucrats to prevent catastrophic wildfires, save lives and property, and improve water quality. The year the Congresswoman was elected, Colorado suffered the worst fire season in Colorado history with the three largest wildfires ever recorded. Hundreds of homes were destroyed and evacuated as Coloradans endured more than 100 days of fire. The Cameron Peak Fire burned more than 208,000 acres and more than 460 structures to the tune of $6 million in property losses. The East Troublesome Fire on the border of the Congresswoman’s district killed 2 people. According to the Colorado State Forest Service more than 24.4 million acres of Colorado forestland impact Colorado’s water supply, where 80% of the state’s population relies on those forested watersheds for municipal water supplies. More than 1 billion acres throughout the country are currently at risk of catastrophic wildfires. Devoting more resources to actively manage our forests reduces the devastation and severity of wildfires.

Amendment #18 passed by a voice vote with unanimous bipartisan consent.

Boebert Amendment 19 - Transfers $5,000,000 to hazardous fuels reduction activities within the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) from federal bureaucracy. Similar to Boebert amendment #18, amendment #19 transfers important resources to the BLM to proactively reduce the threat of wildfires and hazardous fuels on public lands. Catastrophic wildfires cause significant damage to the environment. NASA concluded that one catastrophic wildfire can emit more carbon emissions in a few days than all vehicle emissions in an entire state over an entire year. Coloradans also suffered severe health issues resulting from significant smoke from these fires. Wildfire smoke causes serious disorders, including eye and respiratory tract infections, reduced lung function, bronchitis, exacerbation of asthma, and even premature death. Devoting more resources to hazardous fuels reduction activities improves the environment and reduces the threats of wildfires.

Amendment #19 passed by a voice vote with unanimous bipartisan consent.

Boebert Amendment 39 - Prohibits the United States Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration from taking any action to finalize, implement, or enforce the Biden Administration Proposed Endangered Species Act (ESA) rules that undermine and rescind the Trump administration ESA modernization rules. The Biden rules include bringing back the blanket 4(d) rule, expanding listing and habitat designations under the ESA, reversing the simplified interagency consultation process, and undermining modernization efforts that protected the rights of property owners in the West.

Amendment #39 passed by a recorded vote of 213-212 with four Democrats voting in favor of the amendment.

Boebert Amendment 40 - Prohibits the Bureau of Land Management from taking any action to finalize, implement, or enforce a draft resource management plan and draft supplemental environmental impact statement to end new oil and gas leases on 1.6M acres in Colorado. The BLM’s 1.6-million-acre land grab is yet another blatant overreach designed to dismantle the fossil fuel industry, increase gas prices, and force a green transition.

Amendment #40 passed by a voice vote with unanimous bipartisan consent.

Boebert Amendment 41 - Prohibits the Bureau of Land Management from taking any action to finalize, implement, or enforce the proposed rule on Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process. This new fluid mineral leasing rule is further proof that Joe Biden is using every tool in his administration to dismantle American energy production and fossil fuels. Representative Boebert has also introduced standalone legislation to block this egregious Biden regulation that undermines American energy security. We can’t rely on other foreign nations to control our oil and gas supplies.

Amendment #41 passed by a voice vote with unanimous bipartisan consent.

Boebert Amendment 42 – Transfers $2 million to the Holocaust Memorial Museum account from federal bureaucrats. This amendment signifies a reallocation of financial resources to support the operations and initiatives of the Holocaust Memorial Museum, which will enhance its ability to carry out its important educational and commemorative functions.

Amendment #42 passed by a voice vote with unanimous bipartisan consent.

Boebert Amendment 44 – Prohibits funding for the Bicycle Subsidy Benefit Program of the Department of the Interior. DOI employees are going to bike to work because they want to bike to work, not because American taxpayers are being forced to shell out $20 a month to individual federal bureaucrats that participate in this ridiculous program.

Amendment #44 passed by a voice vote with unanimous bipartisan consent.

Boebert Amendment 53 – Transfer $1.5 million to the Bureau of Indian Affairs for dirt school bus routes from government bureaucracy. The amendment provides financial support to enhance the conditions of these critical transportation routes serving Indigenous communities including the Southern Ute Tribe and the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe in Colorado, improving education access and infrastructure in these areas.

Amendment #53 passed by a voice vote with unanimous bipartisan consent.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert submitted 17 appropriations requests that were included in the base bill. Read the full letter from Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Chairman Mike Simpson to Congresswoman Boebert listing these priorities HERE.

Congresswoman Boebert’s appropriations requests found in the base bill include:

$1.75 million for Gunnison, CO, for the Water Treatment Plant Project.

$1.75 million for Silt, CO, for the Water Treatment Plant Renovations project.

$28.72 million for the irrigation project fund at the Bureau of Indian Affairs.

$2 million for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Wolf Livestock Loss Demonstration program that compensates ranchers and farmers for livestock killed by gray wolves.

Bill language repealing the Biden admin’s “Waters of the United States” (WOTUS) land and water grab rule that will negatively impact ranchers, farmers, municipalities, and small businesses.

A provision requiring the Secretary of the Interior to reissue the final rule removing the gray wolf from the list of endangered and threatened wildlife. Representative Boebert has also introduced standalone legislation on this matter.

Fully funds the Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) program which provides millions of dollars to Colorado counties.

$1 million for the cooperative landslide hazards and assessment competitive grant program to states and $4.52 million for landslide hazard data and science research at the United States Geological Survey.

$35 million for Environmental Protection Agency National Priorities rural water technical assistance grants.

$27 million for Environmental Protection Agency Technical Assistance for Wastewater Treatment Works rural clean water technical assistance grants.

$42.91 million for the United States Geological Survey’s 3D Elevation Program.

The bill rescinds $1.35 billion from the Inflation Reduction Act (P.L. 117-169) for the Environmental Protection Agency’s Environmental and Climate Justice Block Grants.

Bill language prohibiting funds to carry out the program for Federal employees at the Department of the Interior regarding ecogrief.

No funding is provided for Nancy Pelosi’s Presidio Trust and the bill rescinds $200 million in Inflation Reduction Act funding for the Presidio earmark.

Report language requiring the Forest Service address invasive species on U.S. Forest Service lands including the bark-beetle that has devastated Colorado’s forests.

Report language requiring the U.S. Forest Service to report on the status of a salt cedar and Russian olive trees reduction pilot program that Congresswoman Boebert passed for Montezuma County.

Bill language prohibiting the Secretary of the Interior from listing the greater sage-grouse, the Columbian Basin distinct population, and the Bi-State distinct population segment for greater sage-grouse as a threatened or endangered species.

Additional Background Courtesy of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies:

The Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies bill provides new non-defense discretionary spending totaling $25.417 billion, which is $13.433 billion (35%) below the Fiscal Year 2023 enacted level and $21.371 billion below the President’s Budget Request.

This appropriations bill also:

Cuts Wasteful Spending

• Reduces funding for nearly every account to below FY23 enacted levels.

• Cuts funding for programs that are unauthorized for FY24.

Claw-backs of Prior Appropriations

• Rescinds $7.8 billion from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund created in the IRA.

• Rescinds $1.4 billion for Environmental and Climate Justice funding provided in the IRA.

• Rescinds $200 million designated by the Department of the Interior for the Presidio Trust.

• Rescinds $55 million for the Council on Environmental Quality

Reins in the EPA

• Repeals the Biden Administration’s Waters of the United States (WOTUS) regulation.

• Prohibits EPA from allowing California to require that new small off-road engines, such as

lawn care equipment, be zero-emission and prohibits funding for EPA regulations on light,

medium, and heavy-duty vehicles.

• Prohibits funding for EPA regulatory overreach regarding ozone emissions and steam electric power plants.

Provides Protections for Oil and Gas

• Requires oil and gas lease sales in the Central Gulf of Mexico Planning Area and the Western Gulf of Mexico Planning Area and in the Alaska region.

• Requires the Secretary of the Interior to conduct quarterly onshore oil and gas lease sales.

Protects Hunting, Fishing, and Recreational Access

• Prohibits the regulation of lead content in ammunition and fishing tackle.

• Prohibits funds to ban lead ammunition and fishing tackle on Federal lands or waters made available for hunting or fishing activities unless certain conditions are met.

• Blocks restrictions on hunting, fishing, and recreational shooting on Federal lands.

• Improves the Department of the Interior cost recovery processes for special recreation",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=442,"Reps. Pettersen, Molinaro Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Make it Easier to Access Narcan",2023-11-03,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON—U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) and Marc Molinaro (R-NY) today introduced the Supporting Access to Vital and Affordable Care for Everyone (SAVE Act), a bipartisan bill that expands access to over-the-counter (OTC) naloxone, such as Narcan. Pettersen introduced this bill as opioid overdose deaths continue to rise across the United States, fueled by hyper-potent fentanyl. The bill is also led by Representatives Mike Carey (R-OH), Darin LaHood (R-IL), Chris Pappas (D-NH), and David Trone (D-MD).

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly half of all fatal overdoses had at least one opportunity for a bystander to intervene. Naloxone nasal spray, a life-saving medication, can be used by bystanders to rapidly reverse an opioid overdose. The first OTC naloxone nasal spray, Narcan, was recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), but it can be expensive and not as accessible to all.

The Supporting Access to Vital and Affordable Care for Everyone (SAVE Act) ensures OTC naloxone, such as Narcan, is affordable and accessible to everyone by allowing the purchase to qualify as a deductible medical expense on an individual’s taxes.

“Without overdose-reversal medications like naloxone or ‘Narcan,’ my mom wouldn’t be alive today,” said Pettersen. “These medications save lives and should be easy to access. I am happy to join my colleagues in introducing this bipartisan bill to lower financial barriers and ensure everyone who needs help has access to these life-saving medications.”

Molinaro said, “Naloxone and Narcan can reverse an opioid overdose and is a crucial tool in helping save lives amid a local and national spike in opioid overdose deaths. Unfortunately for many, the medication isn’t always affordable. A good Samaritan who purchases lifesaving naloxone should not have that expense weigh down on their family’s budget. My bipartisan bill will make OTC naloxone, such as Narcan accessible to everyone, regardless of income.”

President of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, Dr. Ronald L. Harter said, “Now that over-the-counter naloxone is available, we must make sure that it is accessible to everyone. The opioid epidemic has touched nearly everyone, but each of us can have a role in fighting it. Allowing the purchase of OTC naloxone to count towards the deduction of medical expenses is just good common sense and puts us one step closer to ensuring that every medicine cabinet in the U.S. includes OTC naloxone. The SAVE Act will incentivize more people to join the fight and be ready when they are called upon to save a life. We can’t imagine not having smoke detectors in our homes, and we shouldn’t think twice about having OTC naloxone in our homes, either. We can’t thank Rep. Molinaro and Rep. Pettersen enough for their leadership in helping all Americans combat the opioid crisis.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-humanitarian-pause-0,DeGette statement on humanitarian pause,2023-11-02,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Diana DeGette,D000197,degette.house.gov,degette,https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement:

“Israel has the right to defend its citizens from Hamas’ terrorism. As it does so, it must make every effort to minimize harm to innocent civilians.

“It is time for a humanitarian pause to allow safe and swift assistance including food, water, medicine, fuel, and electricity to civilians in Gaza.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-no-vote-israel-aid,DeGette statement on no vote for Israel aid,2023-11-02,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Diana DeGette,D000197,degette.house.gov,degette,https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement after voting no on a bill that would have provided aid to Israel:

“I support emergency aid to Israel. However, I cannot support this politicized Republican bill before us today.

“Ignoring the assistance needed by Ukraine and the humanitarian needs in Gaza — as this bill does — will not make them go away. And, while I was surprised to see these issues totally ignored by the majority, I was not at all surprised to see House Republicans use this bill as a vehicle to make it easier for the ultra-wealthy to avoid paying their fair share of taxes.

“This bill is unacceptable to the House Democratic Caucus – and Democratic and Republican Leadership in the Senate. President Biden has already issued a veto threat.

“I look forward to voting for a comprehensive bill that meets the moment and addresses funding for Israel, Ukraine, Gaza and the U.S. border.”

President Biden has requested a $106 billion comprehensive package that addresses the international crises we face, which includes:

$61.4 billion for Ukraine,

$30 billion of which would go toward replenishing Defense Department stocks of weapons and equipment, and the continued delivery of arms to Ukraine;

$14.3 billion for Israel;

$13.6 billion for security and counter-drug trafficking measures along the U.S. southern border;

$10 billion in humanitarian aid;

$3.4 billion to bolster the U.S. submarine industrial base;

$2 billion for security assistance in the Indo-Pacific; and

$2 billion for the Treasury Department to provide an alternative to coercive financing for developing nations funded by China.

In contrast, today’s Republican-led bill includes only:

$14.3 billion in aid for Israel;

Offset with a $14.3 billion cut to IRS funding.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=441,"Reps. Pettersen, Moore Introduce Legislation to Provide Regulatory Relief for the Outdoor Outfitting and Guiding Industry",2023-11-02,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON—U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) and Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced the bipartisan Outdoor Recreational Outfitting and Guiding Act to provide regulatory relief to workers in the outdoor outfitting and guiding industry.

“Outfitters and river guides allow people from around the world to experience Colorado’s stunning natural beauty,” said Pettersen. “In parts of my district, the tourism industry is the backbone of the local economies. I want to make sure these businesses aren’t unnecessarily burdened by work requirements. I’m glad to join Congressman Blake Moore on this bipartisan bill that will help the outdoor tourism industry and keep guides and outfitters employed.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-implores-fcc-reform-broadband-mapping-colorados-mountain,Rep. Neguse Implores FCC to Reform Broadband Mapping for Colorado’s Mountain Communities,2023-11-01,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — On Monday, Congressman Joe Neguse penned a letter to U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel requesting the agency address deficiencies in the accuracy of current broadband coverage maps. Rep. Neguse’s letter follows community conversations that highlighted the failure of current maps to consider the distinct challenges in providing high-speed broadband service to rural and mountain communities across Colorado. The FCC will use final maps to allocate Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) funding, made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, to locations in need.

In August, Rep. Neguse joined Senator Bennett and Governor Polis in announcing more than $826 million in BEAD funding has been allocated to help expand broadband internet for households across America.

In his letter Congressman Neguse noted, “I represent Colorado’s Second Congressional District in the United States Congress. Our district encompasses 11 counties across Northwestern Colorado, and includes some of the most visited National Forests in the country. As you can imagine, inadequate broadband connection in these areas of Colorado places a significant strain on my constituents and raises serious safety concerns for these communities and residents. While I appreciate that the FCC has worked to provide improved broadband access across the country — per the mandate of the Congress — as stated above, current mapping mechanisms of the Commission and the corresponding standards it utilizes appear grossly deficient [...] I respectfully request that the FCC address the specific deficiencies in the accuracy of the current broadband coverage maps detailed above, and to work with our office and local jurisdictions to accomplish the same.”

Read the full letter HERE and below.

“We would like to thank Representative Neguse for his support in addressing the concerns we have with the FCC map. The lack of broadband and reliable cell service in our small community presents significant safety risks for our residents. The current FCC map does not accurately reflect the real conditions we experience every day. The Town of Blue River deserves to be served for the safety of our community and the comfort of our residents,” said Mayor Toby Babich, Town of Blue River.

""Improving broadband connectivity is one of Eagle County's key objectives within our strategic priority to create a resilient economy. Connecting rural communities with reliable broadband is essential to providing information and services to large portions of our population. The FCC can be an extremely helpful partner to Colorado's counties by providing accurate mapping that reflects the on-the-ground situation so resources can be properly deployed,” said Matt Scherr, Eagle County Commissioner.

Representative Neguse has been a vocal advocate for the need to increase investments in Colorado’s broadband infrastructure, helping to connect communities in hard-to-reach places with affordable high-speed internet. Earlier this year, Congressman Joe Neguse reintroduced his bipartisan bill to expand broadband access to rural communities. The Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act would strengthen funding mechanisms for the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Universal Service Fund (USF), which promotes universal access to broadband and other telecommunications services.

October 30, 2023

The Honorable Jessica Rosenworcel

Chairwoman

U.S. Federal Communications Commission

45 L Street NE

Washington, DC 20554

Dear Chairwoman Rosenworcel,

I write to request the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (“FCC” or “the Commission”) immediately address deficiencies with respect to FCC mapping of available broadband service and the standards that determine a serviced area, both of which neglect to consider the distinct challenges in providing high-speed broadband service in mountain communities across Colorado.

By way of background, I represent Colorado’s Second Congressional District in the United States Congress. Our district encompasses 11 counties across Northwestern Colorado, and includes some of the most visited National Forests in the country. As you can imagine, inadequate broadband connection in these areas of Colorado places a significant strain on my constituents and raises serious safety concerns for these communities and residents.

While I appreciate that the FCC has worked to provide improved broadband access across the country — per the mandate of the Congress — as stated above, current mapping mechanisms of the Commission and the corresponding standards it utilizes appear grossly deficient. In short, under the existing FCC maps, many of the areas referenced above appear to have full mobile broadband coverage, which is not reflective of the reality on the ground. The resulting inaccuracies are major impediments to unserved and underserved communities seeking federal and state resources that are specifically designed to address broadband gaps such as these.

Substantial segments of public roads and highways–many of which are the only access routes for local ski resort areas -– including in Eagle, Gilpin, and Summit Counties, and the Town of Blue River, for example -– lack any mobile broadband service, contrary to what is currently listed on the FCC’s coverage map. These heavily visited communities in Colorado urgently require reliable mobile broadband to respond to emergencies. These areas, and other similarly situated mountain towns, regularly experience thousands of daily vehicle trips at elevations where severe winter storms can occur during nearly every month of the year, and the threat of wildfire looms whenever snow is not on the ground.

In sum, I respectfully request that the FCC address the specific deficiencies in the accuracy of the current broadband coverage maps detailed above, and to work with our office and local jurisdictions to accomplish the same. I appreciate your prompt attention to this important matter, and await your reply. I look forward to continuing to work with the Commission to address broadband availability for mountain communities in Colorado.

Sincerely,

Joe Neguse

Member of Congress

cc: The Honorable Alan Davidson

Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information National Telecommunications and Information Administration

U.S. Department of Commerce

1401 Constitution Avenue NW

Washington, DC 20230

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=440,Rep. Pettersen Announces Grant to Improve Road Safety in Pikes Peak Region,2023-11-01,2023,2023-11,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"DENVER—Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded the City of Woodland Park $220,000 in federal funding to develop a plan to improve roadway safety for the Pikes Peak Region. This funding will allow local officials to identify the most significant roadway safety concerns in Woodland Park and the surrounding area and then develop a strategy aimed at reducing and eliminating serious injury and fatal crashes.

“More people are dying on our nation’s roadways than ever before, and we must invest in safety improvements to prevent these senseless tragedies from occurring,” said Pettersen. “Whether people are driving, walking, or biking—Coloradans should feel safe when traveling in their communities. Asking drivers to slow down isn’t enough; the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law provides these specific funds to communities to build evidence-based safety features into our streets, sidewalks, and intersections, and I couldn’t be happier to see this grant going to the Pikes Peak region.”

“Through a generous Safe Streets for All Department of Transportation Grant, the City of Woodland Park, in partnership with Pikes Peaks Area Council of Governments and 14 local jurisdictions, is excited to embark on the planning process of creating a Safety Action Plan to reduce or eliminate injury or death caused by unsafe road conditions. As the lead applicant, the City was awarded $220,000, as well as a $55,000 State of Colorado Department of Local Affairs match grant, to complete the Safety Plan project,” said Kimberly Burleson, City of Woodland Park.

According to the Colorado Department of Transportation, Colorado lost 754 lives to traffic fatalities in 2022 — the most roadway deaths the state has seen in the last 41 years. This is a 57% increase from just 10 years ago and includes a record number of pedestrians and motorcyclists. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) established the new Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) discretionary program, with $5 billion in appropriated funds over 5 years, 2022-2026. The SS4A program funds regional, local, and Tribal initiatives through grants to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries.

The City of Woodland Park, with the assistance of the Pikes Peak Council of Governments, identified the need for safety planning throughout the region and coordinated an outreach effort to discuss the potential of a regional plan. Ultimately, 14 jurisdictions came together to be part of the application, including the towns and cities of Alma, Calhan, Cripple Creek, Fairplay, Green Mountain Falls, Monument, Palmer Lake, Ramah, Victor, Woodland Park, Manitou Springs, and Fountain, and the counties of El Paso and Park",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-encourages-investments-tackle-rise-western-wildfires-restore-public,Rep. Neguse Encourages Investments to Tackle the Rise of Western Wildfires & Restore Public Lands,2023-10-31,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Congressman Joe Neguse submitted several amendments to increase support for the federal workforce responsible for tackling the western wildfires, restoring our lands and communities, and addressing climate change to the Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriation Bills up for consideration on the House Floor this week. The proposals highlight the importance of protecting investments requested by the Biden-Harris Administration to support the National Park Service (NPS) and the United States Forest Service (USFS) in the FY’24 Interior and Environment and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development spending bills.

“As wildfires and other climate-induced disasters continue to impact Americans, it’s imperative that we invest in the hard-working individuals tackling western wildfires and restoring our lands and communities. Instead of doing this, House Republicans' spending proposals slash support for national parks and cut funding for critical programs,” said Congressman Neguse. “The amendments I have submitted to the appropriations bills on the House Floor this week push back against Republicans’ cuts and highlight the need for continued support for these vital programs.”

To tackle the western wildfires, restore our lands and communities, and address climate change, Congressman Neguse submitted the following amendments:

To highlight the funding level requested in the President's Budget Request for the National Park Service and the needed increase above House Republicans’ FY24 proposal;

To highlight the funding level requested in the President's Budget Request for the National Forest System lands and address staff capacity issues;

To highlight the requested amount for the Department-Wide Wildland Fire Management Programs with the intent that the funding will be used to maintain the 2021 pay increase for Federal Wildland Firefighters;

To increase funding available for the Forest Service Youth Conservation Corps to $10 million;

To increase funding for the Department of the Interior and USFS Wildland Fire Management Accounts by $2 million each;

And to provide increased funding to the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest in Colorado to support staffing needs at the Sulphur Ranger District.

Congressman Neguse, Ranking Member of the House Subcommittee on Federal Lands and Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus, has emerged as a leader among his colleagues in the fight for increased federal support for wildfire mitigation and land resilience. In July of last year, Rep. Neguse was able to secure passage of his monumental legislative package, the Wildfire Response and Drought Resiliency Act, through the House of Representatives. Rep. Neguse is also leading the effort to increase federal firefighter pay and promote additional pay and benefit improvements. He is the sponsor of the bipartisan, bicameral Wildland Firefighter Paycheck Protection Act of 2023 and Tim’s Act, a comprehensive firefighter pay and benefits legislation.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-introduces-additional-proposals-address-community-concerns,Rep. Neguse Introduces Additional Proposals to Address Community Concerns Regarding Regional Airports,2023-10-31,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Congressman Joe Neguse, a member of the Rules Committee, submitted several amendments focused on addressing community concerns regarding regional airports — specifically Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (RMMA) — to the Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriation Bills up for consideration in committee and on the House Floor this week. The proposals support funding in the Interior and Environment and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development spending bills to improve lead testing and air standard monitoring and support aviation noise abatement programs.

Community members have raised serious concerns regarding the threat of lead and noise pollution from aircrafts for schools, neighborhoods, community centers, and households in neighboring areas.

“Not only have my constituents suffered relentless noise pollution at all hours of the day and night caused by the RMMA, but studies have shown that these communities are also being subjected to harmful lead pollution,” said Congressman Neguse. “As my colleagues across the aisle continue to pursue anti-environment, pro-pollution proposals, we must push back—encouraging investments that protect the health and safety of families living in hazardous conditions.”

To address community concerns regarding regional airports, Congressman Neguse submitted the following amendments:

To increase the EPA State and Tribal Assistance Grants account by $3 million for lead testing in schools near the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport;

To increase the EPA State and Tribal Assistance Grants account by $2 million for air monitors near the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport;

To support funding for the EPA's Office of Noise Abatement and Control;

To clarify that none of the funds in the FY' 24 Appropriations Bill on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development may be used to require airports to continue selling leaded aviation fuel;

To clarify that no FAA funds authorized in the FY' 24 Appropriations Bill on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development may be used to impede aviation noise abatement programs as long as such programs comply with all relevant Federal law;

And to clarify that no funds may be used to operate an FAA tower between the hours of 8 pm and 8 am at airports with over 200,000 operations and at least three runways in counties with at least 500,000 people until a noise abatement mitigation program is established.

Congressman Neguse has been working with community leaders to advocate on behalf of communities in Colorado’s 2nd District located near General Aviation Airports, like the RMMA. Rep. Neguse has repeatedly urged the RMMA and the FAA to address community concerns regarding the airport, including reducing noise pollution and increasing the use of unleaded fuel.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-introduces-appropriation-amendments-suspend-support-uinta-basin,Rep. Neguse Introduces Appropriation Amendments to Suspend Support for Uinta Basin Railway Project,2023-10-31,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Congressman Joe Neguse, a member of the House Rules Committee, submitted three amendments focused on suspending the construction of the Uinta Basin Railway Project to the Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriation Bills up for consideration in the committee this week. The proposals prohibit portions of the Interior and Environment and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development spending bills from funding the Uinta Basin Railway Project until a thorough supplemental review is conducted to fully evaluate the effects of the project on Colorado’s local communities and environment. The proposed Railway would run along the headwaters of the Colorado River, putting already scarce Western water supplies at a greater risk.

Congressman Neguse and Senator Michael Bennet (D-CO) have been working with local governments and environmental groups to highlight the potential impacts the Uinta Basin Railway Project and related expansion projects could have on Colorado’s water, land, air, and climate.

“As House Republicans charge forward on spending proposals that undermine key environmental protections for our waterways and watersheds, I am proposing amendments to halt the construction of the Uinta Basin Railway,” said Congressman Neguse. “A train derailment that spills oil into the headwaters of the Colorado River’s headwaters would be disastrous to our state’s water supplies, wildlife habitat, and public lands.”

To suspend the construction of the Uinta Basin Railway Project, Congressman Neguse submitted the following amendments:

To prohibit funds from being used to issue a permit for the Wildcat Loadout Expansion Project.

To specify that none of the funds in the FY ‘24 Interior and Environment Appropriations bill may be used to issue rights-of-way or permits for the Uinta Basin Railway.

To specify that none of the funds in the FY ‘24 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill may be used to finance construction of the Uinta Basin Railway.

In September, Congressman Neguse and Senator Bennet called on the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to conduct a full environmental review of the proposed Wildcat Loadout expansion project to account for the project’s potential impacts on Colorado’s water, land, air, and climate. This move came shortly after a federal court overruled the Surface Transportation Board’s (STB) approval of the railway, and ordered a new environmental review of the project proposal.

Background

In July 2022, Congressman Neguse and Senator Bennet called on the Biden Administration’s Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) to undertake an additional comprehensive review to determine whether previous environmental and risk analyses fully considered the effects of the railway project on Colorado’s communities, watersheds, and forests. In March 2023, Congressman Neguse and Senator Bennet called on U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack to suspend a decision on the Special Use Authorization for the project until a supplemental review was conducted in light of the derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. That same month, Congressman Neguse, Senator Bennet and Senator John Hickenlooper called on U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to consider not providing federal financial assistance to the project, and Bennet and Neguse urged U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Regional Administrator KC Becker to conduct a supplemental review of the project accounting for the risks to Colorado communities, water supplies, and environment, as well as its effects on climate change. In April, the lawmakers joined Colorado elected officials in opposing the proposed project during an event on the banks of the Colorado River in Glenwood Canyon.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=438,"Reps. Pettersen, Valadao Introduce Legislation to Enhance Online Dating Safety",2023-10-31,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON—U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) and David G. Valadao (R-CA) today introduced the bipartisan Online Dating Safety Act. This bill would require dating apps and services to issue fraud ban notifications to users who have interacted with a person removed from the app. The Federal Trade Commission reported that romance scams resulted in victims losing $1.3 billion in 2022 alone.

“Dating apps are still a new frontier for criminals and scammers looking to exploit vulnerable individuals online and regulations are lagging behind,” said Pettersen. “Notifying users if they have been in contact with a potential scammer is a basic security feature that every online dating service should provide. This bill is a great step towards reducing online crime and keeping Americans safe.”

“With more and more people using online dating services, there are a number of bad actors who use these platforms to commit fraud,” said Valadao. “It is alarmingly easy for predators online to lie about their identity and manipulate innocent people. While we can’t stop all criminals from abusing these platforms, the Online Dating Safety Act is an important step to enhance online safety, combat fraud, and help people make more informed decisions.”

Background:

Over 55 million Americans reported using an online dating service in 2022. As Americans continue to go online to find meaningful relationships, scammers are following suit. The Federal Trade Commission reported that romance scams resulted in victims losing $1.3 billion in 2022 alone. When an online dating service provider becomes aware of a user committing fraudulent activity, such as illegally obtaining money, the online dating service provider immediately deactivates the fraudulent user's account. However, individuals who meet online often take their conversations to other communication platforms, so even when a fraudulent account is removed, an individual might not know they are still communicating with someone who has been removed from the dating platform. The Online Dating Safety Act seeks to fill this communication gap by requiring these platforms to send a fraud ban notification to anyone who has communicated with someone with a fraudulent account.

Click here for the full text of the bill.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crow-fitzpatrick-kim-and-schneider-introduce-bipartisan-resolution-to-support-national-veterans-small-business-week,"Reps. Crow, Fitzpatrick, Kim, and Schneider Introduce Bipartisan Resolution to Support National Veterans Small Business Week",2023-10-30,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Jason Crow,C001121,crow.house.gov,crow,https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, Representatives Jason Crow (D-CO-06), Army veteran, Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01), Young Kim (R-CA-40), and Brad Schneider (D-IL-10) introduced the bipartisan resolution, ""Supporting the goals and ideals of National Veterans Small Business Week."" This resolution supports veterans and the Small Business Administration (SBA) programs that support those veterans who start and own small businesses. Programs include funding for veteran-owned small businesses, training for veteran entrepreneurship, and support for veteran contracting. The resolution honors the nearly 2 million veteran-owned small businesses that employ over 5 million individuals.

The 10th annual National Veterans Small Business Week will be celebrated October 30 through November 3, 2023, and will focus on different topics relating to veteran business ownership throughout the week – including transition assistance, entrepreneurial training, stakeholders and resources, access to capital, government contracting, and disaster assistance.

""Our district is home to over 35,000 veterans who drive our local economy in a strong small business state,” said Congressman Crow. ""This Veterans Small Business Week, I’m glad to continue our bipartisan work to empower veterans and their families with the resources needed to build thriving small businesses.”

“Many veterans continue to contribute to our communities, using their leadership skills as small business owners,” said Congressman Fitzpatrick. “Our veterans had our backs as they fought for our freedom, and we must support them as they contribute to our local economies. I’m proud to join a bipartisan group of colleagues in recognizing Veterans Small Business Week.""

“Veteran entrepreneurs are heroes who not only served our country in uniform but also serve their communities, creating jobs and supporting our local economies,” said Congresswoman Kim. “We must have the backs of the brave men and women in our military who had ours. I’m proud to join in introducing this bipartisan resolution to honor National Veterans Small Business Week and show our appreciation for veteran-owned businesses. I’ll keep fighting on the Financial Services Committee to reduce regulatory costs for small business owners and ensure all Americans have the resources they need to make their American dream a reality.”

“The contributions that veterans make to the strength and success of our nation extends beyond their service in our armed forces to the many valuable skills and entrepreneurial ideas they bring to the table,” said Congressman Schneider. “Recognizing and promoting veterans’ success in entrepreneurship is key to helping our communities grow and flourish economically.”

Reps. Crow, Fitzpatrick, Kim, and Schneider were joined in introducing the resolution by House Small Business Committee Ranking Member Nydia Velázquez (D-NY-07), and Reps. Ann McLane Kuster (D-NH-02), Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL-27), Madeleine Dean (D-PA-04), Susie Lee (D-NV-03), Dina Titus (D-NV-01), Juan Vargas (D-CA-52), Alex Mooney (R-WV-02), and Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06).

A former Army Ranger serving combat tours in Afghanistan and Iraq, Congressman Crow has consistently fought to give Colorado’s veterans a voice in Congress and help our nation fulfill its sacred promise to care for veterans and their families. These efforts include helping pass into law the PACT Act – the largest expansion of veterans health benefits in US history, protecting veterans benefits in the face of proposed cuts to critical federal programs, and successfully establishing the Global War on Terrorism Memorial on the National Mall alongside bipartisan veteran For Country Caucus members.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-successfully-pushes-va-cover-continuous-glucose-monitors,DeGette successfully pushes VA to cover Continuous Glucose Monitors,2023-10-30,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Diana DeGette,D000197,degette.house.gov,degette,https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), co-chair of the Congressional Diabetes Caucus, has successfully pushed the Department of Veterans Affairs to begin covering Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) for veterans who rely on insulin or have a problematic history of hypoglycemia.

“Our veterans deserve the best care available,” said Rep. Diana DeGette. “CGMs offer detailed data that can help patients and doctors better manage their care. This change will make a real difference in the lives of veterans across the nation and millions will benefit, including the almost 30,000 veterans who live in Denver. I commend VA Secretary Denis McDonough and the staff at the VA for being responsive to this request and moving quickly to implement this change.”

This move comes after a recent change from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to begin covering the device for Medicare beneficiaries after noting the device’s positive health benefits. When she learned of Medicare’s policy change, Rep. DeGette, alongside Diabetes Caucus co-chair Rep. Gus Bilirakis of Florida, reached out to the VA in a letter sent this May.

Earlier this month, the VA followed up with Rep. DeGette informing her that the change she sought would be made – allowing more veterans to access this technology and improve their health.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-honored-john-f-kennedy-new-frontier-award-servant-leadership,Rep. Neguse Honored with John F. Kennedy “New Frontier Award” for Servant Leadership,2023-10-30,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Congressman Joe Neguse will receive the 2023 John F. Kennedy New Frontier Award from the JFK Presidential Library and Harvard Institute of Politics. Rep. Neguse was selected for modeling servant leadership through his work to restore hope in democratic institutions, successfully forging pragmatic, bipartisan legislative coalitions and implementing innovative service-centered, community initiatives. Prior award recipients include U.S. Senator Cory Booker and U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, among others. Jack Schlossberg, President Kennedy’s grandson, will present this year’s recipients with the award.

The award recognizes Rep. Neguse for his ability to effectively craft bipartisan legislative solutions, bridging the political divide to establish several bipartisan congressional caucuses. Rep. Neguse was also recognized for his efforts to foster stronger ethics and accessibility in government and promote stronger civic and community partnerships.

“In the sixties, when President Kennedy spoke of the New Frontier, he noted that our nation was facing an inflection point – that we, in fact, were standing on the precipice of change, as he called on a new generation of Americans to serve our great country. I believe, at this moment in time, that the American people find themselves standing at a similar crossroads. A time at which it has never been more important to find ways to serve our communities, foster greater collaboration and dialogue with those with whom we may disagree, and find common ground,” said Congressman Neguse. “I believe a willingness to work with others in good faith will help us address the serious challenges our country faces, and am committed to doing exactly that. I am deeply humbled and incredibly honored to receive the New Frontier award, and remain dedicated to building a better, brighter future for generations to come.”

Read more about Congressman Neguse and the 2023 New Frontier Award HERE.

The John F. Kennedy New Frontier Awards were created by the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation and The Institute of Politics at Harvard University to honor Americans under the age of 40 who are changing their communities and the country with their commitment to public service.

Representative Joe Neguse, the son of African immigrants, has served as the Congressman for Colorado's 2nd District in the U.S. House since he was first elected in 2018, becoming the first Black Member of Congress in Colorado history. He currently serves in House Democratic Leadership, as Chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee, as well as on the Judiciary, Rules, and Natural Resources Committees.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://boebert.house.gov/boeberts-office-releases-november-staff-mobile-office-0,Congresswoman Lauren Boebert's Office Releases November Staff Mobile Office Hours,2023-10-27,2023,2023-10,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 are having 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 the care they earned from the VA, travelers that need expedited assistance to receive a passport, 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 2,575 people, and returned over $5,400,361.03 to constituents.

Mobile office hours will be available at the following times and locations:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://boebert.house.gov/house-passes-boebert--water-shortage-amendments,House Passes Boebert Western Water Shortage Amendments,2023-10-26,2023,2023-10,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, two of Congresswoman Boebert's Western water shortage amendments passed the House as part of the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. These amendments redirect $5 million in funding to the Colorado River Storage Project to help address the severe water shortage in the West and also to increase water storage through improvements through the Colorado River Dam Fund.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “The West is in the midst of a serious water crisis that can no longer be overlooked. Lower Basin States, including California and Nevada, have consistently breached the century-old Colorado River Compact, which established water allotments for each basin. As a consequence of their excessive use, Colorado and other basin states are in need of expanded water storage. My amendments reallocate funds to increase water storage through the Colorado River Dam Fund and also direct funding to the Colorado River Storage Project to address severe water shortages in the West.”

Background:

Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 4394, the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act.

Congresswoman Boebert played a key role in implementing measures to curtail government overreach and safeguard state water rights. This significant bill ends the Biden Administration's Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule, restoring control of historically non-federal waterways to the states and protecting ranchers, farmers, and municipal water supplies from federal seizure in the process.

In the 118th Congress, Congresswoman Boebert has been an extremely effective legislator, focusing on the needs of Colorado’s Third Congressional District and delivering numerous legislative victories. Specifically, three of the Congresswoman’s bills and 44 of her amendments have passed the House. She has also passed seven bills through the House Committee on Natural Resources and the House Committee on Administration. In addition, the Congresswoman has secured $19.7 million for important water and infrastructure projects in the Third District through Community Project Funding requests included in House Appropriations bills.

Congresswoman Boebert successfully passed two amendments through the House of Representatives to H.R. 4394. These amendments include:

Boebert Amendment No. 10 - Transfers $1 million from DOE’s Departmental Administration Account to the Upper Colorado River Basin Development Fund for Colorado River Dam Fund to increase water storage.

This amendment is of significant importance as it directs $1 million from the DOE's budget to reinforce water storage in the Upper Colorado River Basin. By providing crucial support to the Colorado River Dam Fund, this amendment helps address the pressing need for increased water storage. The Wayne N. Aspinall Unit in Colorado (Blue Mesa, Crystal, and Morrow Point Dams) could benefit from this amendment.

Boebert Amendment No. 11 - Transfers $4 million dollars from DOE’s Departmental Administration Account to the Colorado River Storage Project to help combat water shortages in the West.

This amendment strengthens our capacity to mitigate the effects of the current Western water shortages, ultimately maintaining a more stable and sustainable water supply for the region.

Addition Background Information courtesy of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies:

The Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies bill provides $57.958 billion in discretionary spending, which is $1.963 billion below the FY24 President’s Budget Request. This bill aims to strengthen our national and energy security as well as cut wasteful government spending.

Supports a strong national security by:

Providing $19.114 billion for the modernization of the nation’s nuclear weapons stockpile and infrastructure.

Providing $1.946 billion for Naval Reactors to support the operational nuclear fleet.

Providing $2.38 billion for Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation to reduce the danger of hostile nations or terrorist groups acquiring nuclear devices, radiological dispersal devices, weapons-usable material, and nuclear expertise.

Supports energy security by:

Supporting domestic uranium enrichment capabilities, including high-assay low- enriched uranium (HALEU) availability, which is essential to reduce U.S. reliance on foreign uranium sources to power current and future commercial nuclear reactors.

Prohibiting oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to be sold to any entity owned by or under the control or influence of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) or to any other entity that intends to export to China.

Providing more than $200 million for the production of critical minerals.

It reins in wasteful Washington spending by:

Rescinding $5.58 billion from the Inflation Reduction Act.

Eliminating funding for unrelated climate change activities in the Corps of Engineers and Bureau of Reclamation, including electric vehicle procurement and “climate cops” across the Corps.

Cutting more than $180 million for the Justice40 Initiative and prohibiting funds from being used to implement the initiative at the Department of Energy.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-announces-nearly-800000-bipartisan-infrastructure-law-funding,"Rep. Neguse Announces Nearly $800,000 in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding to Improve Roadway Safety",2023-10-26,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Today, Congressman Joe Neguse announced $780,800 in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries in towns along Colorado’s I-70 transportation corridor. The Department of Transportation awarded Eagle, Minturn, and Summit County with Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grants to assist in developing a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan.

Comprehensive Safety Action Plans work to significantly improve roadway safety, aiming to reduce and eliminate serious injury and fatal crashes. Action Plans utilize data analysis to characterize roadway safety problems and strengthen a community’s approach through projects and strategies that address the most significant safety risks.

“I was proud to help lead the effort to enact the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law two years ago, and am excited that it continues to deliver for Coloradans in our communities and for Americans across the country. As mountain towns along Colorado’s I-70 corridor face increased stressors on their roadways, this funding will work to improve safety and protect our communities—reducing roadway injuries and fatal crashes,” said Congressman Neguse.

“Receiving this Safe Streets grant is an amazing opportunity for a countywide partnership to strive for safer streets for everyone,” said Summit County Commissioner Tamara Pogue. “We are looking forward to working with the Towns of Blue River, Breckenridge, Frisco, and Silverthorne to develop a comprehensive safety plan for multimodal transportation across the community – addressing the safety of pedestrians, cyclists, motorists, and our local bus drivers and riders.”

“Receiving the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) grant is a beacon of hope as we set out on our inaugural Comprehensive Safety Action Plan for our vibrant community's diverse streets. Your investment guarantees a brighter, safer, and more connected future for our neighborhoods, enhancing our overall Quality of Life. We wholeheartedly thank you for your generosity and unwavering belief in our mountain community,” said Larry Pardee, Eagle Town Manager.

“Minturn is greatly appreciative of this grant award. As a community with a state highway serving as the town’s Main Street, we are hopeful that through the process of creating a Safety Action Plan we will be able to identify and mitigate the community’s most significant vehicular, pedestrian, and multi-modal concerns. Special thanks to the Department of Transportation for supporting Minturn in this effort,” said Earle Bidez, Mayor of Minturn.

The historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, enacted in November 2021, established the new Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) discretionary program, with $5 billion in appropriated funds over 5 years, 2022-2026.

The SS4A funding announced today, includes:

$480,000 for Summit County Safe Streets Collaborative

$220,800 for the Town of Eagle’s Comprehensive Safety Action Plan

$80,000 for the Town of Minturn’s Safety Action Plan

Congressman Joe Neguse has advocated for federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to be allocated to the state of Colorado. Last year, he joined Governor Polis and U.S. Senators Bennet and Hickenlooper in celebrating the groundbreaking of the Floyd Hill I-70 expansion project, funded by a $100,000,000 grant for the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT).",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-sens-bennet-and-hickenlooper-fight-expand-insurance-coverage,"Rep. Neguse, Sens. Bennet and Hickenlooper Fight to Expand Insurance Coverage for Families Impacted by the Marshall Fire",2023-10-26,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Congressman Joe Neguse, Chair of the Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus, and U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper penned a letter to ten insurance companies representing Colorado’s homeowners, urging them to extend Additional Living Expenses (ALE) coverage from 24 months to 36 months for survivors of the Marshall Fire. Their letter follows recent reports that fewer than two-hundred individuals impacted by the Marshall Fire have been able to return home.

Earlier this year, Congressman Neguse and Senators Bennet and Hickenlooper were able to successfully get several homeowners’ insurance companies to extend ALE coverage for Marshall Fire survivors for up to 24 months for policyholders who initially only had 12 months of coverage. That coverage is set to expire in late December of this year.

“Almost two years later, reconstruction efforts are still underway. Many homes have only just finished their foundations and are still months away from completion. About 190 families have moved back into rebuilt homes. It’s unlikely that the nearly 900 other homeowners will have finished by the time the ALE extension expires at the end of year - especially because these homeowners are competing for the same contractors, materials, permits and inspections,” the letter stated.

The lawmakers continued: “We are not out of the woods yet. Our Colorado families still need assistance during the rebuilding process. I join our state and local officials in requesting that you extend ALE coverage from 24 months to 36 months for survivors of the Marshall Fire suffering a total loss of their owner-occupied home.”

The Marshall Fire, which began on December 30, 2021, claimed over 1,000 homes, and caused an estimated $2 billion in total damages, making it the most devastating and costliest fire in Colorado history.

In the years since the Marshall Fire, Rep. Neguse has continued to be a leader in the fight against wildfires. He helped to secure over $11 billion in federal funds related to helping families and communities impacted by Marshall Fire. He introduced 3 bills to directly benefit Marshall Fire victims and led the House-passed Wildfire Response and Drought Resiliency Act, a monumental legislative package composed of over 50 stand-alone bills all focused on tackling wildfires, boosting firefighter pay, and funding resiliency and mitigation projects for communities impacted by recent climate-induced disasters. Most recently, Rep. Neguse successfully advocated that the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) update reverse mortgage foreclosure guidelines for victims of the Marshall Fire. The Congressman was made aware of this issue after hearing that a foreclosure notice was sent to an 80-year-old Superior resident who lost his home as a result of the Marshall Fire; since urging action the notice has been rescinded.

Read the full letter HERE and below:

October 25, 2023

Dear Insurance Provider,

I am writing on behalf of the survivors of the Marshall Fire in Boulder County, Colorado, whose current extension of Additional Living Expenses (ALE) coverage expires at the end of December 2023.

The Marshall Fire was the most destructive fire in Colorado’s history, devastating neighborhoods across Louisville, Superior, and unincorporated Boulder County. The fire claimed over 1,000 homes, caused an estimated $2 billion in total damages, and resulted in the tragic loss of life. However, our communities are resilient and chose to rebuild in the face of this catastrophic disaster.

Almost two years later, reconstruction efforts are still underway. Many homes have only just finished their foundations and are still months away from completion. About 190 families have moved back into rebuilt homes. It’s unlikely that the nearly 900 other homeowners will have finished by the time the ALE extension expires at the end of year - especially because these homeowners are competing for the same contractors, materials, permits and inspections

ALE coverage provides financial support for individuals who cannot live in their homes due to catastrophic events such as natural disasters. For many, especially those who are under-insured, it’s not feasible to pay rent in addition to mortgages. Last year, ten companies had policyholders with 12 months of ALE, and all ten companies agreed to extend ALE coverage up to 24 months for Marshall Fire survivors who experienced a total loss of their owner-occupied home. The impact of the 2023 extension cannot be overstated.

We are not out of the woods yet. Our Colorado families still need assistance during the rebuilding process. I join our state and local officials in requesting that you extend ALE coverage from 24 months to 36 months for survivors of the Marshall Fire suffering a total loss of their owner-occupied home.

I greatly appreciate the attention with which you have assisted our communities in the wake of the Marshall Fire and request that you approach this impending crisis with the same level of urgency.

Sincerely,",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-boebert-reintroduces-protecting-our-kids-harmful-research-act,Congresswoman Boebert Reintroduces the Protecting Our Kids from Harmful Research Act,2023-10-25,2023,2023-10,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert reintroduced the Protecting Our Kids from Harmful Research Act to prevent the use of taxpayer funds for unethical, experimental gender research on children under the age of 18. Her bill is the House companion to Senator Mike Lee’s bill that was introduced in the Senate.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, ""Using taxpayer dollars to fund research that harms children is gross and wrong. NIH is using children as pawns to advance radical gender ideology, and this must be stopped. Extreme leftists believe that confused children should be able to irreversibly maim and disable their own bodies before they are even able to vote, and they want taxpayer dollars to fund these atrocities. I will never stop fighting to protect innocent children and ensure that taxpayer funds are not used to promote radical gender ideology.""

Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) said, “The Federal Government should never fund research that harms kids. This bill will protect taxpayers from funding spurious research, but more importantly, it will protect kids from the permanent damage this irresponsible research can produce.”

Congressman Bob Good (VA-05) said, ""No taxpayer dollars should ever fund research or promotion of these life altering surgeries for children. We must do everything we can to stop the left from encouraging gender confusion of minors. I am proud to co-sponsor this legislation that would stop the assault of young children by the radical Biden Administration.""

Congressman Josh Brecheen (OK-02) said, “None of our taxpayer dollars should be going towards funding radical transgender studies and experiments that target children. It is unfortunate that this legislation is needed, but that is where we are today because of liberals’ dangerous and predatory transgender ideology,”

Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) said, “This is common sense legislation. Taxpayer dollars should not be funding reckless experiments that cause irreversible harm to children.”

Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) said, “Children are not capable of giving full consent to irreversible, life-altering elective surgery. Subjecting healthy, developing children to damaging and harmful procedures without a grave medical purpose is absolutely wrong, and taxpayers shouldn’t be forced to pay for these extreme and reckless practices.”

Background:

The NIH Sexual and Gender Minorities Research Office (SGMRO) has awarded grant money to four pediatric clinics to study hormonal interventions on children with healthy bodies as young as eight years old. This means that due to a feeling of discomfort, girls as young as eight could receive high-dose testosterone solely on the basis of “gender identifying” as a boy. The Biden administration recently renewed and extended this research until 2026.

The medical interventions on the bodies of children done to “affirm” their “gender identity” are experimental, irreversible, and lacking in diagnostic rigor. Existing research on genital surgeries, called “sex reassignment,” show that they rarely produce the intended clinical outcomes of improving mental health and alleviating gender dysphoria and may even exacerbate these problems in patients. In 2016, the Obama administration concluded, after reviewing evidence-based literature, that studies “did not demonstrate clinically significant changes or differences in psychometric test results” after the surgery.

On October 12, 2021, Colorado Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) approved Colorado’s proposal to include gender affirming care as part of Colorado’s Essential Health Benefit (EHB) benchmark. As a result, Colorado requires Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, and private insurance companies to cover puberty blockers, transgender surgeries, and hormones for children despite scientific evidence confirming it's impossible to reassign someone’s sex physically and that attempts to do so produce bad outcomes.

Congresswoman Boebert is extremely concerned about using taxpayer dollars to pay for experimental, controversial, and unethical healthcare and research. As a result, she introduced the Protecting Our Kids from Harmful Research Act. This Administration is on the record supporting the legal sanctioning of medical experimentation on children to further their woke social agenda. This is not inclusive, it is abusive. American taxpayers should not be funding this dangerous, experimental research.

This bill would prohibit federal funds from being used to fund research or publications relating to gender transitions in individuals under the age of 18, including any observational studies that gather evidence on the provision of hormonal treatments or surgical procedures on minors, for the purpose of affirming a minor’s perception of his or her sex or affirming an identity if that perception or identity is incongruent with the minor’s biological sex.

Cosponsors of Congresswoman Boebert’s bill includes: Rep. Andy Biggs (AZ-05), Rep. Josh Brecheen (OK-02), Rep. Eric Burlison (MO-07), Rep. Michael Cloud (TX-27), Rep. Bob Good (VA-05), Rep. Doug LaMalfa (CA-01), Rep. Mary Miller (IL-15), Rep. Troy Nehls (TX-22), Rep. Andy Ogles (TN-05), and Rep. Tom Tiffany (WI-07).

Senator Lee’s bill has eight current cosponsors including Sens. James Lankford (R-OH), Josh Hawley (R-MO), Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), Steve Daines (R-MT), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Mike Braun (R-IN), Roger Wicker (R-MS), and Marco Rubio (R-FL).

Groups Supporting: American Principles Project, Heritage Action for America, Family Policy Alliance, and Concerned Women for America.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-boeberts-restoring-american-energy-dominance-act-receives-key,Congresswoman Boebert's Restoring American Energy Dominance Act Receives Key Hearing,2023-10-25,2023,2023-10,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s bill aimed at protecting American energy producers received an important hearing in the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “The American people continue to struggle with record-high gas prices resulting from the Biden Administration's relentless assault on American energy. The proposed BLM Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process rule would negatively impact energy producers nationwide, further increase gas prices, and take us further from American energy independence. My Restoring American Energy Dominance Act represents a promising first step in repairing the damage done to American energy and blocks this overreach by a rogue Administration operating in impunity.”

Tom Kropsatch, State Oil and Gas Supervisor for the Wyoming Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (WOGCC) said this in his written testimony, “To be straightforward, this proposed rule actively discourages development and by BLM’s own admission, will force oil and gas production off federal lands… Avoiding federal lands when drilling these horizontal wells is very difficult to impossible. Therefore, the impacts from any federal action are felt by the state and private mineral owners… What BLM fails to recognize is most small operators cannot obtain a surety bond without significant collateral, typically 100% cash collateral. In our review, we have determined that the minimum bond amount would exceed the gross annual revenue of more than 25% of the companies operating on federal lands in Wyoming.”

Background:

H.R. 6009, the Restoring American Energy Dominance Act took an important step in the legislative process today by receiving a hearing in the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.

Tom Kropsatch, State Oil and Gas Supervisor for the Wyoming Oil and Gas Conservation Commission, testified against the the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process rule and in support of Rep. Boebert’s bill. Read his full written testimony here.

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).

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.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/degette-statement-election-speaker-johnson,DeGette statement on the election of Speaker Johnson,2023-10-25,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Diana DeGette,D000197,degette.house.gov,degette,https://degette.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement after House Republicans finally elected a Speaker of the House:

“Instead of embracing bipartisanship, House Republicans have elevated an extremist.

“Mike Johnson helped lead the Big Lie which drove insurrectionists to attack our Capitol on January 6. That alone should be disqualifying. He has also repeatedly worked to end abortion rights, going as far as to declare that doctors should be imprisoned and given hard labor and saying specifically ‘We will get the number of abortions to ZERO.’

“The bottom line is this: Speaker Johnson’s record is fundamentally out of step with the American people. I hope he will put the good of all Americans over House Republicans’ extreme agenda so we can address the urgent challenges facing our nation.”

Today’s vote comes after 22 days of gridlock and dysfunction in the House Republican Conference.

Mike Johnson’s extreme record includes:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=435,Rep. Pettersen Statement on the Election of Speaker Mike Johnson,2023-10-25,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON—U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) released the following statement after Mike Johnson was elected Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives:

“For three weeks, House Republicans have wasted the American people’s time and put politics ahead of the urgent needs of our country. Instead of working with Democrats to find a bipartisan path forward, they chose to cave to the far-right, fringe members holding their party hostage. Today they chose extremism and elected Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House.

“Johnson led the effort to overturn the results of the 2020 election and still will not acknowledge the legitimacy of Joe Biden as President. He wants a nationwide ban on abortion with no exceptions for rape, incest, or the health of the mother. He is strongly opposed to same-sex marriage, voted against interracial marriage, and introduced a federal ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill. He also pushed for drastic cuts to critical programs Coloradans rely on like Social Security, Medicaid, and Medicare. His views do not represent the majority of Americans, or even the majority of Republicans.

“While I am glad we can finally get back to work in the House, the last three weeks of chaos and the election of Mike Johnson have shown the American people the extreme path the Republican party is headed down. I sincerely hope this new Speaker and his party will reject the partisanship that forced the House to a standstill, and work with Democrats to lower costs for American families, support our allies abroad, and build a better future for our kids.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-urges-epa-to-protect-coloradans-groundwater-from-potential-contamination,Congressman Crow Urges EPA to Protect Coloradans’ Groundwater from Potential Contamination,2023-10-24,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Jason Crow,C001121,crow.house.gov,crow,https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"AURORA — Today, Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), sent a letter urging the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to address serious concerns raised by Aurora residents and Colorado environmental advocates over the safety of the Lowry Landfill Superfund Site (LLSS) – one of the country's most contaminated toxic waste sites.

Crow's letter responds to development plans, including a proposed oil and gas project, directly adjacent to the LLSS that could increase the risk of toxic waste leaking into the Denver Basin aquifer system. Further contamination from the site could threaten hundreds of thousands of residents’ access to safe, clean drinking water.

""Coloradans should be able to trust that their drinking water is safe. That's why I'm pushing the EPA to review the Lowry Landfill Superfund Site and protect Coloradans’ groundwater from any potential environmental contamination,"" said Congressman Crow.

Congressman Crow has consistently worked to protect the health of Coloradans and address environmental hazards, including protecting water quality at Buckley Space Force Base, reducing harmful PFAS ""forever"" chemicals, and helping pass the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act into law– the largest investment in clean drinking water and wastewater infrastructure in US history.

A PDF of the letter can be found here, with text appearing below:

Michael S. Regan

Administrator

Environmental Protection Agency

1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

Washington, DC 20460

Dear Administrator Regan,

New concerns have arisen regarding the safety of the Lowry Landfill Superfund Site (LLSS) over the possibility that proposed oil and gas development in the Lowry Ranch Comprehensive Area Plan (CAP) might disrupt the site and infrastructure in the area. LLSS is located on 507 acres in my congressional district, just east of the City of Aurora. It was identified as one of the country’s most contaminated toxic waste sites; and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) placed it on the agency’s National Priorities List in 1984.

An estimated 138 million gallons of industrial waste was dumped at the site, and numerous toxic materials are present, including: asbestos, heavy metals, hazardous chemicals, volatile and semivolatile organic compounds, pesticides, polychlorinated biphenyls, and methane. The investigation, containment, and cleanup of LLSS has been underway for decades to protect the public from the toxic material that was dumped into over 70 unlined trenches and elsewhere at the site. Several remedies have been conducted with EPA oversight to contain the contamination including covering of the landfill; removal of some waste pits; installation of a surface water barrier; removal and treatment of landfill gas; and groundwater extraction and treatment systems.

Despite these steps, the site lacks a protective under-lining, and extensive contamination still rests above the expansive Denver Basin Aquifer system, which – according to the U.S. Geological Survey – is “a critical water resource for growing municipal, industrial, and domestic uses along the semiarid Front Range urban corridorof Colorado.” Residents, community groups, and environmental organizations have raised serious concerns regarding the safety of the LLSS and the possibility that proposed gas and oil development in the Lowry Ranch Comprehensive Area Plan (CAP) has the potential to degrade the subsurface bedrock.

Local community members remain concerned over potentially hazardous exposure through water contamination and airborne particles. My office has further heard specific concerns regarding the inadequacy of the seismic buffer zone required to safeguard the LLSS and its plume, the safety of the Aurora Reservoir Dam and the reservoir itself, and the impact of the CAP on compliance with EPA environmental standards and exposure to hazardous pollutants.

EPA is charged with protecting human health and the environment. The EPA must disclose to the public any information relevant to the future safety of the site that could lead to contamination of water sources or public exposure to toxic material, and the agency should not delay in meeting with the public regarding any safety concerns.

I ask the EPA’s response to the following questions:

What steps is the EPA taking to engage more closely with the public and to ensure full transparency regarding the safety of the site?

What steps is the EPA taking to investigate newly raised concerns related to the safety of the LLSS?

How is the EPA coordinating its efforts with the state, local officials and regulatory agencies, including the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE)?

I request your urgent attention to this matter.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-joins-colorado-delegation-letter-urging-tsa-work-den-improve,Rep. Neguse Joins Colorado Delegation in Letter Urging TSA to Work with DEN to Improve Security Wait Times,2023-10-24,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Today, Congressman Joe Neguse joined U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper, and Representatives Diana DeGette, Ken Buck, Jason Crow, Brittany Pettersen, and Yadira Caraveo in a letter calling on the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to work with Denver International Airport to improve wait times for passengers.

“We write to request that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) take all appropriate steps to fully deploy resources at Denver International Airport (DEN) in response to the unprecedented increase in travelers the airport has experienced this past year,” the lawmakers wrote.

Denver International Airport is the country’s third busiest airport and passenger traffic is expected to grow to a record 78 million passengers this year. However, a lack of transparency into TSA’s staffing formula has limited the airport’s ability to respond to its increased volume of travelers.

“At the moment, DEN does not have the necessary TSA roles to meet this demand, which has resulted in longer than expected wait times for security lines. In fact, TSA has allocated fewer roles for DEN than it did in 2019, when passenger volume was lower,” continued the lawmakers. “Understanding TSA's resource allocation would allow DEN to develop its own standards for passenger traffic forecasting and operations management, especially as the airport experiences seasonal, weekly, and daily fluctuations in visitors.”

The text of the letter is available HERE and below.

Dear Administrator Pekoske:

We write to request that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) take all appropriate steps to fully deploy resources at Denver International Airport (DEN) in response to the unprecedented increase in travelers the airport has experienced this past year.

DEN is the third busiest airport in the United States. It is the region’s largest economic engine and generates over $36 billion annually.

In recent months, DEN’s passenger traffic has grown at an extraordinary pace. In June alone, 6.7 million passengers traveled through DEN. The airport expects to welcome a record total 78 million passengers this year – five million more than originally expected.

At the moment, DEN does not have the necessary TSA roles to meet this demand, which has resulted in longer than expected wait times for security lines. In fact, TSA has allocated fewer roles for DEN than it did in 2019, when passenger volume was lower.

To that end, we urge you to provide DEN with transparency into TSA’s resource allocation, and the model that underpins it. Understanding TSA's resource allocation would allow DEN to develop its own standards for passenger traffic forecasting and operations management, especially as the airport experiences seasonal, weekly, and daily fluctuations in visitors.

We are pleased to hear that a meeting is scheduled to discuss these issues. We hope that this will give TSA more insight into the extreme uptick in passenger traffic at DEN and provide meaningful steps to address it.

We are grateful for the successful partnership that DEN and TSA have built over the past several years, and we applaud TSA’s efforts to help DEN to open its new state-of-the-art West passenger screening security checkpoint in February. We welcome the opportunity to continue working with TSA to better serve Coloradans and all visitors to our state.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter. We look forward to discussing this issue further with you and members of your team.

Sincerely,",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-boebert-introduces-restoring-american-energy-dominance-act,Congresswoman Boebert Introduces the Restoring American Energy Dominance Act,2023-10-23,2023,2023-10,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Congresswoman Lauren Boebert introduced H.R. 6009, the Restoring American Energy Dominance Act, to counter the Bureau of Land Management's proposed Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process rule aimed at crippling American energy producers with burdensome costs and regulations.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “The Biden administration has waged an all-out war on American energy production, issuing reckless executive orders and ill-conceived mandates that have handicapped domestic energy production and created record-high gas prices. The proposed rule by the BLM would only worsen the economic situation for millions of Americans, burdening small producers, making the price at the pump more expensive, and further destroying America’s energy independence. The Restoring American Energy Dominance Act will keep Biden administration radicals from further driving up energy costs for millions of American families and take a stand against Biden’s war on American energy.”

Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08), Chairman of the Energy & Mineral Resources Subcommittee said, “Americans are hurting everyday under the Biden Administration’s inflation, along with its failed economic and energy policies. Under the direction of President Biden and Interior Secretary Haaland, the Bureau of Land Management’s proposed rule will raise domestic energy prices, further crushing hardworking Americans. Rather than working to increase and incentivize domestic oil and gas production during a time of economic and security uncertainty around the world, the Biden Administration outsources its energy policy to adversarial nations like China, Russia, Iran, and Venezuela. I want to thank Rep. Boebert for her leadership on this issue and look forward to working with her and my colleagues on the Natural Resources Committee to advance this legislation in the weeks to come.”

Congressman Doug Lamborn (CO-05) said, “America produces cleaner energy more affordably than any other nation,” said Congressman Lamborn. “With war raging in the Middle East, the devaluation of the dollar, and the refusal of the Biden admin to issue lease sales, the production of affordable, reliable energy must be a top priority for Congress. This bill prohibits the Bureau of Land Management from issuing yet another devastating blow to American energy producers. I thank Representative Boebert for leading on this issue.”

Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (WY-AL) said, “Once again, the Biden administration has shown that they want Americans to suffer from energy poverty – policies designed to intentionally increase the price of energy – rather than support common sense methods of obtaining energy independence. Biden’s BLM, through various unconstitutional rulemakings, is doing all it can to restrict access to our lands and restrict any opportunities to drill and mine. I am proud to cosponsor the Restoring American Energy Dominance Act which will prevent BLM from enforcing this disastrous rule and keep costs from increasing on our producers.”

Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05) said, ""While Joe Biden may be owned by foreign companies, American energy shouldn’t be. It is high time that the Biden Administration's America-last regulations on domestic energy are eliminated brick-by-brick. This legislation is integral to resuming American energy dominance, and I am proud to stand with Congresswoman Boebert as we put American energy first.""

Background:

Since day one of his Administration, Joe Biden has stopped at nothing to unilaterally lock up federal lands from responsible energy exploration and production. Through overreaching executive orders and unauthorized mandates, the Biden administration has killed good-paying energy jobs in rural America, failed to address high gas prices, reduced access to reliable and affordable energy supplies, and stifled economic growth.

On July 24, 2023, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) issued a proposed rule entitled Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process. The proposed rule 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 rule codified pieces of the IRA, it also makes major, non-statutory, changes to the BLM’s onshore leasing program. The rule 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 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).",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-colorado-delegation-urge-tsa-to-work-with-den-to-improve-security-wait-times,"Congressman Crow, Colorado Delegation Urge TSA to Work with DEN to Improve Security Wait Times",2023-10-23,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Jason Crow,C001121,crow.house.gov,crow,https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"AURORA — Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06) joined Colorado US Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper, and Representatives Diana DeGette, Ken Buck, Joe Neguse, Brittany Pettersen, and Yadira Caraveo in calling on the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to improve wait times for passengers at Denver International Airport (DEN) – the country’s third busiest airport and the region’s largest economic driver.

DEN passenger traffic continues to grow, with a record 78 million passengers expected this year. However, a lack of transparency into TSA’s staffing formula has limited the airport’s responsiveness to this increased volume of travelers. Colorado lawmakers are requesting clear steps from TSA to help meet the demand.

In the letter, the lawmakers wrote:

“We write to request that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) take all appropriate steps to fully deploy resources at Denver International Airport (DEN) in response to the unprecedented increase in travelers the airport has experienced this past year.”

“At the moment, DEN does not have the necessary TSA roles to meet this demand, which has resulted in longer than expected wait times for security lines. In fact, TSA has allocated fewer roles for DEN than it did in 2019, when passenger volume was lower,” continued the lawmakers. “Understanding TSA's resource allocation would allow DEN to develop its own standards for passenger traffic forecasting and operations management, especially as the airport experiences seasonal, weekly, and daily fluctuations in visitors.”

Congressman Crow continues efforts to address Coloradans’ airport issues and strengthen federal oversight over the aviation industry. This Congress, Crow advanced key provisions in the FY24 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act, requiring the agency’s action on airport noise. After Crow’s repeated urging, Centennial Airport recently announced changes to help protect the health and safety of flight path communities suffering from high-decibel aircraft noise above.

A PDF of the letter can be found here, with text appearing below:

October 23, 2023

The Honorable David P. Pekoske

Administrator

Transportation Security Administration

601 12th St S, Arlington, VA 20598

Dear Administrator Pekoske:

We write to request that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) take all appropriate steps to fully deploy resources at Denver International Airport (DEN) in response to the unprecedented increase in travelers the airport has experienced this past year.

DEN is the third busiest airport in the United States. It is the region’s largest economic engine and generates over $36 billion annually.

In recent months, DEN’s passenger traffic has grown at an extraordinary pace. In June alone, 6.7 million passengers traveled through DEN. The airport expects to welcome a record total 78 million passengers this year – five million more than originally expected.

At the moment, DEN does not have the necessary TSA roles to meet this demand, which has resulted in longer than expected wait times for security lines. In fact, TSA has allocated fewer roles for DEN than it did in 2019, when passenger volume was lower.

To that end, we urge you to provide DEN with transparency into TSA’s resource allocation, and the model that underpins it. Understanding TSA's resource allocation would allow DEN to develop its own standards for passenger traffic forecasting and operations management, especially as the airport experiences seasonal, weekly, and daily fluctuations in visitors.

We are pleased to hear that a meeting is scheduled to discuss these issues. We hope that this will give TSA more insight into the extreme uptick in passenger traffic at DEN and provide meaningful steps to address it.

We are grateful for the successful partnership that DEN and TSA have built over the past several years, and we applaud TSA’s efforts to help DEN to open its new state-of-the-art West passenger screening security checkpoint in February. We welcome the opportunity to continue working with TSA to better serve Coloradans and all visitors to our state.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter. We look forward to discussing this issue further with you and members of your team.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-celebrates-announcement-awarding-colorado-regional-tech-hub,Rep. Neguse Celebrates Announcement Awarding Colorado a Regional Tech Hub Designation,2023-10-23,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Congressman Joe Neguse, Co-Chair of the Congressional Bipartisan Innovation and Entrepreneurship Caucus, issued the following statement after the announcement that Colorado has been designated a Regional Technology and Innovation Hub (Tech Hub) under the CHIPS and Science Act. The state’s selection focuses on promoting the advancement of Colorado’s quantum industry.

In August, Rep. Neguse joined Colorado’s congressional delegation in a letter to the Department of Commerce highlighting the state’s existing technology ecosystem and encouraging the agency to include Colorado in the Tech Hubs Program.

“This designation marks an exciting step forward for Colorado’s technology workforce, as well as the federal researchers –like those in Colorado’s 2nd District – exploring groundbreaking quantum science and technology. Colorado has uniquely positioned itself as a leader in technology and innovation, and I am thrilled to see the Biden-Harris Administration and the Department of Commerce respond to our calls earlier this summer to further invest in our state’s innovation economy,” said Congressman Neguse.

Last Congress, Rep. Neguse played a key role in securing the swift enactment of the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) and Science Act, a bill to strengthen U.S. economic and national security, spark semiconductor innovation and manufacturing, remove roadblocks to attracting scientific investment across America, and boost resilience in U.S. supply chains. The Tech Hubs Program was enacted as part of the CHIPS and Science Act and was allocated $10 billion to be awarded to designees over the next five years.

Congressman Neguse has long been an advocate of increased support for Colorado’s federal labs and aerospace and technology industries. In September, Rep. Neguse announced $2 million in federal funding for the National Institute of Standards and Technology and the University of Colorado Boulder’s Joint Institute for Laboratory Astrophysics (JILA). The tremendous investment went to helping make the research facility energy-efficient and able to support precisely controlled stable temperature environments necessary for quantum research.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=434,"Pettersen, Colorado Delegation Urge TSA to Work with DEN to Improve Security Wait Times",2023-10-23,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"DENVER—U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen joined Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper, and Representatives Diana DeGette, Ken Buck, Joe Neguse, Jason Crow, and Yadira Caraveo in calling on the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to work with Denver International Airport to improve wait times for passengers.

“We write to request that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) take all appropriate steps to fully deploy resources at Denver International Airport (DEN) in response to the unprecedented increase in travelers the airport has experienced this past year,” wrote the lawmakers.

Denver International Airport is the country’s third busiest airport and passenger traffic is expected to grow to a record 78 million passengers this year. However, a lack of transparency into TSA’s staffing formula has limited the airport’s ability to respond to its increased volume of travelers.

“At the moment, DEN does not have the necessary TSA roles to meet this demand, which has resulted in longer than expected wait times for security lines. In fact, TSA has allocated fewer roles for DEN than it did in 2019, when passenger volume was lower,” continued the lawmakers. “Understanding TSA's resource allocation would allow DEN to develop its own standards for passenger traffic forecasting and operations management, especially as the airport experiences seasonal, weekly, and daily fluctuations in visitors.”

The text of the letter is available HERE and below.

Dear Administrator Pekoske:

We write to request that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) take all appropriate steps to fully deploy resources at Denver International Airport (DEN) in response to the unprecedented increase in travelers the airport has experienced this past year.

DEN is the third busiest airport in the United States. It is the region’s largest economic engine and generates over $36 billion annually.

In recent months, DEN’s passenger traffic has grown at an extraordinary pace. In June alone, 6.7 million passengers traveled through DEN. The airport expects to welcome a record total 78 million passengers this year – five million more than originally expected.

At the moment, DEN does not have the necessary TSA roles to meet this demand, which has resulted in longer than expected wait times for security lines. In fact, TSA has allocated fewer roles for DEN than it did in 2019, when passenger volume was lower.

To that end, we urge you to provide DEN with transparency into TSA’s resource allocation, and the model that underpins it. Understanding TSA's resource allocation would allow DEN to develop its own standards for passenger traffic forecasting and operations management, especially as the airport experiences seasonal, weekly, and daily fluctuations in visitors.

We are pleased to hear that a meeting is scheduled to discuss these issues. We hope that this will give TSA more insight into the extreme uptick in passenger traffic at DEN and provide meaningful steps to address it.

We are grateful for the successful partnership that DEN and TSA have built over the past several years, and we applaud TSA’s efforts to help DEN to open its new state-of-the-art West passenger screening security checkpoint in February. We welcome the opportunity to continue working with TSA to better serve Coloradans and all visitors to our state.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter. We look forward to discussing this issue further with you and members of your team.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-issues-statement-israel-hamas-war,Rep. Neguse Issues Statement on Israel-Hamas War,2023-10-20,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Congressman Joe Neguse joined a letter, led by House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler, to President Biden regarding actions taken by his administration following the horrific attack by Hamas in Israel on October 7th.

In the letter, the lawmakers noted the administration’s “clear statements regarding the fundamental importance of ensuring that the humanitarian needs of the civilian population of Gaza are met, and that all possible steps are being taken to ensure the safety of civilians and noncombatants in the Strip. Reportedly, more than 3,000 people have been killed and more than 9,700 wounded in Gaza, making it imperative that we act to prevent further loss of innocent lives. We agree with you that Israel’s response must be in accordance with international law and our shared democratic values.”

“We support the efforts that Secretary Blinken and your entire administration are making to ensure that the basic necessities of life for Gaza’s civilians are available, such as food, water, and medicine. In addition, we must enable those civilians and noncombatants who want to seek refuge temporarily in safe zones in southern Gaza to be given safe passage, and to ensure that they have the ability to return to their communities in Gaza when the war is over,” the letter continued.

The lawmakers added: “A commitment to Israel’s security and right to respond to terror is not incompatible with a commitment to the humanitarian needs of the innocent people of Gaza . . . We further support the efforts that your administration is undertaking to prevent the conflict from escalating to other fronts in this war, including to Israel’s north, as evidenced by the decision to deploy carrier strike groups to the Eastern Mediterranean. In particular, we urge your administration to work closely with Israel and regional partners to ensure stability on the West Bank and to prevent any escalation of violence in that region.”

The full text of the letter is available HERE.

The Office of Congressman Joe Neguse is continuing to work to assist constituents currently in Israel. Staff encourages individuals to continue to reach out if they are in need of assistance. U.S. citizens seeking to be in touch with the U.S. Embassy in Israel, or looking for assistance, should also complete the Department of State’s Crisis Intake Form, here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=432,Rep. Pettersen Statement on the Speakerless House,2023-10-20,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Brittany Pettersen,P000620,pettersen.house.gov,pettersen,https://pettersen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON—U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives went into recess without a Speaker:

“The American people shouldn’t have to pay the price for the Republican party’s inability to govern. It’s been two and a half weeks since the U.S. House of Representatives had a Speaker. Yet, we’ve all been sent home.

“We need a functional Congress. Our federal government and the services we all rely on are less than one month away from running out of money. People continue to struggle with rising costs as our economy recovers from a global pandemic. We have urgent international needs, like the conflicts in Israel, Gaza, and Ukraine, that we must address for the long-term security of the United States and the world.

“There is too much at stake for us to allow the far-right extremists in Congress to hold the rest of us and our government hostage. Republicans have been unable to select a party leader for weeks and I am extremely disappointed that they continue to choose partisanship over coming together with Democrats to find a bipartisan path forward. The American people need leadership and bipartisanship from their government – not chaos and dysfunction.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-fights-to-lower-taxes-for-coloradans,Congressman Crow Fights to Lower Taxes for Coloradans,2023-10-19,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Jason Crow,C001121,crow.house.gov,crow,https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"AURORA — Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06) joined Colorado’s congressional delegation in submitting a bipartisan public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), requesting the agency follow its thirty-year precedent and not tax Colorado Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights (TABOR) refunds.

In August, the IRS issued a new policy proposal that could require Coloradans to pay taxes on future TABOR refunds. The IRS is accepting public feedback on the new guidance.

Congressman Crow joined Colorado’s Congressional members earlier this year in a similar effort and successfully exempted Coloradans from being taxed on TABOR refunds.

In the letter, the lawmakers wrote:

“TABOR has been part of Colorado’s Constitution since 1992. It requires the State to return excess state revenues from sales tax that the State has not been authorized to retain. [...] Until the recent proposed guidance by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), TABOR refunds have never been considered federal taxable income, regardless of whether these sales tax refunds are issued through income tax returns, and that process should have no impact on the IRS’s decision on how the proposed guidance will impact TABOR refund payments.”

Congressman Crow continues fighting to secure the livelihoods of hardworking Coloradans. Last Congress, Crow pushed the IRS to clear up backlogs and address long wait times for constituents who can’t afford to wait for their tax refund. In 2022, Crow’s office helped over 1,600 CO-06 families and recovered more than $2.6 million in money and benefits owed by the federal government.

A PDF of the letter can be found here, with text appearing below:

October 16, 2023

The undersigned Members of Congress from the state of Colorado submit the following comment regarding the Internal Revenue Service’s proposed guidance in Notice 2023-56. We appreciate the opportunity to provide the below input given the potential impact of this guidance on Coloradans due to our state’s unique and nuanced tax structure.

TABOR has been part of Colorado’s Constitution since 1992. It requires the State to return excess state revenues from sales tax that the State has not been authorized to retain. TABOR refund amounts are determined based on individuals’ adjusted gross incomes, which are set to a six-tier calculation. This calculation is updated annually to appropriately reflect the state’s population and income. Since the constitutional amendment was enacted, Colorado has issued TABOR refunds in 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2005, 2015, 2021, and 2022. Colorado is expected to issue an additional refund in 2023.

TABOR payments derive from excess state revenue from sales tax payments. Until the recent proposed guidance by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), TABOR refunds have never been considered federal taxable income, regardless of whether these sales tax refunds are issued through income tax returns, and that process should have no effect on the IRS’s decision on how the proposed guidance will impact TABOR refund payments.

Based on the guidance under Notice 2023-56, the IRS derives the basis of taxation for State Tax Refunds, as referenced in Section 3.02, determined under Maines v. Commissioner, 144 T.C. 123, 132 (2015). The case in question determined the federal tax treatment of various state tax credits.

However, the TABOR refunds paid by Colorado are not a comparable example under Maines. More specifically, the Colorado Constitution notes that these payments are specifically “refunds” due to excess sales tax revenue. Compared to the examples explained in the guidance and the basis for the decision set out in Maines, there is no clear indication as to why TABOR refunds should be considered includible in an individual’s Federal gross income and, therefore, be subject to further taxation.

Furthermore, the Department of the Treasury and the IRS have specifically requested comments on the “Federal income tax treatment of payments that are characterized under State law as State sales tax refunds in light of the fact that it may not be practicable to determine the amountof State sales tax an individual paid during a particular taxable year.” We appreciate your understanding and inquiry of the unique structure under the Colorado Constitution, given the fact that the issuance of these refunds is a complicated and nuanced process. However, as noted above, the Colorado Constitution notes that these refunds are due to excess sales tax refunds, Maines does not apply to TABOR refunds, and therefore TABOR refunds are not subject to federal income taxation.

The proposed guidance notes that “State payments that are properly treated as State tax refunds generally are not includible in the recipient’s Federal gross income because, as the return of an overpayment of the recipient’s State tax liability, these refunds are not an accession to wealth.” This essentially describes the TABOR refund– a repayment of excess tax by the state, which should, therefore, be exempt from further Federal income tax liability– as is consistent with the previous 30 years of precedent.

Based on the examples explained in the guidance and the basis for the decision set out in Maines, it is clear that TABOR refunds should not be considered includible in an individual’s Federal gross income and therefore should not be subject to further taxation. In addition, based on Notice 2023-56, it would appear that the proposed guidance was only issued following an increase in state payments during the COVID-19 pandemic. TABOR refunds have long existed prior to the pandemic, and Coloradans should not be penalized as a result.

The TABOR Amendment was a constituent-driven initiative approved by Colorado voters. It is our hope that the above comments provide the necessary insight into the unique circumstance in Colorado and the implications Notice 2023-56 could have on our constituents. We greatly appreciate the opportunity to review and provide our insight on the proposed guidance.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crow-statement-on-president-biden-s-decision-to-send-atacms-to-ukraine,Congressman Crow Statement on President Biden’s Decision to Send ATACMS to Ukraine,2023-10-18,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Jason Crow,C001121,crow.house.gov,crow,https://crow.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), former Army Ranger, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs’ Subcommittee on Oversight and Accountability, and member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, released this statement today after President Biden’s decision to send long-range Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) to Ukraine. Russia’s war of aggression in Ukraine is now in its 19th month.

This decision follows Congressman Crow’s ongoing efforts to send US ATACMS to Ukraine, including leading a bipartisan letter in June with For Country Caucus members calling on President Biden to transfer ATACMS to Ukraine.

Recently, the Biden Administration enabled the US to share intelligence on Russian war crimes with the International Criminal Court following Crow’s effortscalling for the intelligence to be shared.

In a statement, Congressman Crow said:

""This is a huge win for Ukraine. A long-range missile system gives Ukraine defense capabilities against Russian targets they previously weren’t able to reach.

“Ukraine has used HIMARS to a devastating effect, but Russia has adapted by moving further away and attacking Ukrainians from a distance where they can’t be touched. That’s why I have been calling for ATACMS to be sent to Ukraine. ATACMS change the game.

“I thank President Biden for his leadership and look forward to continuing to advocate for and support Ukraine in their fight.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/epa-releases-final-determination-leaded-fuels-rep-neguse-urges-swift,"EPA Releases Final Determination on Leaded Fuels, Rep. Neguse Urges Swift Implementation of New Standards",2023-10-18,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Lafayette, CO — Congressman Joe Neguse issued the following statement after the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced its final determination that emissions from leaded aviation fuel cause or contribute to air pollution which may reasonably be anticipated to endanger public health and welfare under the Clean Air Act. The EPA’s announcement followed a letter Rep. Neguse led to the agency encouraging the prompt release of its Endangerment Study on Leaded Aviation Fuel —read HERE.

“Under the standards enacted by the Clean Air Act, the EPA is obligated to propose new standards to protect our communities from the serious threat of lead pollution from aircrafts. For years, schools, neighborhoods, community centers, and households located near General Aviation Airports – like the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (RMMA) near my district – have been continuously exposed to this pollution. With the science clearer than ever, we must act quickly to stop the use of leaded aviation fuels and protect our communities,” said Congressman Neguse.

Rep. Neguse has repeatedly urged Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (RMMA) to address community concerns regarding the airport. Following these community-based conversations, RMMA announced earlier this month that they plan to accelerate their transition to unleaded fuel to three years ahead of the FAA’s current 2030 deadline. However, given the final determination, both the FAA and EPA are working to consider regulatory options to immediately address lead emissions from aircraft engines and plan to announce timelines as soon as possible. Read more HERE.

The lead that is found in some aviation fuels can adversely affect the nervous system, kidney function, immune system, reproductive and developmental systems, and the cardiovascular system, and it's particularly harmful to young children.

Background

In July, Congressman Joe Neguse submitted nine amendments to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reauthorization bill, all of which would address common aviation concerns, including reducing noise pollution and increasing the use of unleaded fuel. Rep. Neguse has also led several efforts to reduce airplane noise pollution in his district. In September, Colorado Representatives Neguse and Pettersen called on the FAA and RMMA imploring them to take immediate action to mitigate significant noise pollution that is inundating local communities. Over the years, the Congressman put forth legislation, led letters, and held a town hall to tackle this challenge, and he has urged the FAA to send a representative to Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport’s Community Noise Roundtable meetings to ensure the FAA understands the seriousness of this issue.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-sens-bennet-and-hickenlooper-advocate-forest-and-watershed-health,"Rep. Neguse, Sens. Bennet and Hickenlooper Advocate for Forest and Watershed Health on Colorado’s Western Slope",2023-10-18,2023,2023-10,Democrat,House,CO,Joe Neguse,N000191,neguse.house.gov,neguse,https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Joe Neguse, Ranking Member of the House Subcommittee on Federal Lands and Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus, joined U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper in writing to the United States Department of Agriculture and U.S. Forest Service (USFS). In the letter, the lawmakers urged the prioritization of funds to be allocated to address forest and watershed health in national forests on Colorado’s Western Slope, which serve as headwaters for rivers and streams extending beyond state boundaries.

Historic investments made possible by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) will provide states, tribal communities, and partners across the West with $10 billion in federal funding to address wildland fire and forest health. After an uptick in wildfires across the state of Colorado, including the East Troublesome and Cameron Peak fires in 2020, Rep. Neguse and Senators Bennet and Hickenlooper are calling for frequent updates on the status of the implementation of these funds, in particular noting their impact on forest health and watershed management.

In March of this year, Rep. Neguse announced the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests will receive $39 million in funding from the IIJA to support fire rehabilitation efforts in the areas impacted by the Cameron Peak and East Troublesome fires.

“Colorado has experienced numerous devastating wildfires over the past several years, including the East Troublesome and Cameron Peak fires. Many recovering communities are still working to address the lingering watershed devastation. We are grateful for your continued partnership with our offices, the State of Colorado, and affected communities on these recovery efforts, and encourage you to continue to help us secure resources for post-fire recovery and long-term rehabilitation to stabilize watersheds following these devastating megafires,” the lawmakers wrote.

The letter continued: “We encourage you to consider the importance of Colorado’s forests as headwaters not just for our communities, but for cities and towns in the 18 other states that rely on the rivers that originate in Colorado. We implore you to prioritize projects that protect the Upper Colorado River Basin headwaters, much of which falls within Colorado’s national forests. Forty million people, 30 Tribal nations, and 5.5 million agricultural acres rely on the Colorado River. Watershed protection for the Colorado River and its tributaries is essential for the West’s communities, ecosystems, and economies, particularly as we face climate change-driven aridification and heightened wildfire risk. When we invest in forest health, we invest in the health of watersheds—which are critically important to communities across Colorado and the West.”

Read the full letter HERE.

Over the past year, Congressman Neguse and Senators Bennet and Hickenlooper have announced nearly $750 million in federal funding to support the state of Colorado in bolstering forest and watershed health and preventing wildfires. These investments include:

$720 million for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Joint Chiefs’ Landscape Restoration Partnership Program, including for the Southern Front Range Watershed Project;

$5.1 million for fuels management wildfire resiliency projects;

$20 million for the Colorado State University Forest Restoration Research;

And, as mentioned, $39 million to support fire rehabilitation efforts in the areas impacted by the Cameron Peak and East Troublesome fires.

Congressman Neguse, Ranking Member of the House Subcommittee on Federal Lands and Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Wildfire Caucus, has emerged as a leader among his colleagues in the fight for increased federal support for wildfire mitigation and resilience. In July of last year, he was able to secure passage of his monumental legislative package, the Wildfire Response and Drought Resiliency Act, through the House of Representatives.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z
https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-boebert-releases-official-statement-north-pueblo-train,Congresswoman Boebert Releases Official Statement on the North Pueblo Train Derailment,2023-10-17,2023,2023-10,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"October 17, 2023

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https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-boebert-submits-public-comments-opposition-irs-taxing-tabor,Congresswoman Boebert Submits Public Comments in Opposition to IRS Taxing TABOR Refunds,2023-10-17,2023,2023-10,Republican,House,CO,Lauren Boebert,B000825,boebert.house.gov,boebert,https://boebert.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Congresswoman Lauren Boebert and the bipartisan congressional Colorado delegation submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), urging the IRS to follow a 30-year precedent, and not tax TABOR refunds.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-03) said, “The bipartisan Colorado delegation and I once again called on the IRS not to tax TABOR refunds. TABOR has been a fundamental part of Colorado's Constitution since 1992. Seeking to impose new taxes on refunds after more than three decades is reckless and greedy. TABOR refunds should never be treated as part of an individual's federal gross income and, as a result, should not be subject to taxation.”

Background:

Congresswoman Boebert and the Colorado Congressional delegation have been very vocal about excluding Coloradans' Taxpayer's Bill of Rights (TABOR) refundsfrom taxation. This is the third letter signed by Congresswoman Boebert to prevent TABOR refunds from being taxed.

Coloradans should not be burdened with new taxes after enjoying 30 years of non-taxation for these refunds. With over half of Americans already living paycheck-to-paycheck, it is not the time to impose further financial strain on those already grappling with financial difficulties.

Read the public comment letter from Colorado’s bipartisan delegation sent on October 16th addressing TABOR refunds here.

Read the letter from Congresswoman Boebert sent on September 5th to Daniel Werfel, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z