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Lt. Governor Primavera Honored for Public Policy Work on Cancer by the American Cancer Society

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
September 18, 2024
WASHINGTON D.C. - On September 18, 2024, Lt. Governor and Director of the Office of Saving People Money on Health Care Dianne Primavera received the National Distinguished Advocacy Award (NDAA), the… Read More

Governor Polis Kicks Off Denver Startup Week, Visits Local Bookstore, Latin-American Art Gallery, and Latin Cultural and Performing Arts Center

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
September 17, 2024
Governor Polis highlights Colorado’s strong startup economy and strong business environment DENVER - On September 17, 2024, Governor Polis kicked off Denver Startup Week, highlighting the… Read More

Governor Polis and Department of Commerce Break Ground on New Quantum Tech Park in Arvada

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
September 16, 2024
New park will support thousands of good-paying jobs in Colorado ARVADA - Just months after being designated as a Quantum Tech Hub, Governor Polis joined Deputy Secretary Don Graves and the… Read More

Governor Polis Discusses Colorado's Leadership in Workforce Development and Breaks Ground on New Recycling Facility

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
September 16, 2024
DENVER - On September 16, 2024, Governor Polis discussed Colorado’s efforts to become a leader in recycling and creating a more sustainable future, provided a keynote address on… Read More

Governor Polis Takes Executive Action Providing Resources in Response to Pearl Fire in Larimer County

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
September 16, 2024
DENVER - On September 16, 2024, Governor Polis issued a verbal declaration of disaster emergency to provide support and resources in response to the Pearl Fire in Larimer County. This declaration… Read More

Governor Polis Visits Meadowood Housing in Carbondale, Celebrates Workforce Housing Expansions in Colorado

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
September 13, 2024
CARBONDALE - On September 13, 2024, Governor Polis visited the Meadowood Housing project, a completed 50-unit housing development built to address workforce housing needs for the staff of the Roaring… Read More

Governor Polis Appoints Michael T. Kotlarczyk to the 20th Judicial District Court

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
September 13, 2024
DENVER - On September 13, 2024, Governor Polis appointed Michael T. Kotlarczyk to the 20th Judicial District Court. This appointment fills a vacancy created by the retirement of the Honorable Bruce… Read More

Governor Polis Celebrates Colorado State University Joining the Pac-12 Conference

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
September 12, 2024
DENVER - On September 12, 2024, Governor Polis celebrated that Colorado State University will be leaving the Mountain West Conference and joining the Pac-12 Conference. “PAC-12 football is back… Read More

Colorado Among the First to Implement Historic Broadband Investment

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
September 12, 2024
DENVER - Coloradans are closer to universal high-speed broadband coverage. Governor Polis and the Colorado Broadband Office (CBO) are excited to announce that Colorado is among the first states to… Read More

Boulder, Colorado Announced as One of Three Finalists to Host Sundance Film Festival Beginning in 2027

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
September 12, 2024
BOULDER - Boulder, Colorado’s bid to host the Sundance Film Festival starting in 2027 has advanced to the final phase of the selection process. The Sundance Institute announced today that… Read More

Polis-Primavera Administration Continues Work to Save Coloradans Money on Healthcare: New Tool Compares Hospital Procedure Prices

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
September 11, 2024
Hospital Price Transparency Tool compares prices for more than 5,000 procedures among 82 Colorado hospitals, saving Coloradans money on health care DENVER - On September 11, 2024 Governor Polis,… Read More

Governor Polis and Colorado Energy Office Celebrate New Funding for Renewable Energy in Colorado

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
September 11, 2024
DENVER - On September 11, 2024, Governor Polis and the Colorado Energy Office received $1.96 million from the U.S Department of Energy through Renewable Energy Siting Through Technical Engagement and… Read More

Governor Polis Announces Panel to Review Applications for the District Attorney in the 15th Judicial District

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
September 11, 2024
DENVER - On September 11, 2024, Governor Polis announced a panel to review applications and recommend finalists for the appointment of the new District Attorney for the 15th Judicial District (Baca,… Read More

Saving Time and Money: Direct File Federal Tax Returns Available For Coloradans Starting in 2025 and State Tax Returns in 2026, Saving Coloradans $140 Million Per Year in Filing Fees

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
September 10, 2024
STATEWIDE - On September 10, 2024, Governor Polis and the Colorado Department of Revenue announced that Direct File will be available starting for tax year 2025, which Coloradans will file for in… Read More

Colorado Governor Polis and Fellow Governors Call on SEC to Take Action to Save Americans Money on Electricity

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
September 10, 2024
DENVER - On September 10, 2024, Colorado Governor Jared Polis took action with seven of his fellow Governors in calling on Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chair, Gary Gensler, to address the… Read More