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Polis Administration and Union Pacific Reach Agreement on New 25-Year Moffat Tunnel Lease Renewal with 25-Year Passenger Rail Agreement, Setting Stage for Mountain Rail

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
December 23, 2024
DENVER - On December 23, 2024, Governor Polis, his administration, and Union Pacific reached an agreement on a new 25-year lease of the Moffat and binding MOU in exchange for a 25-year access… Read More

Governor Polis Announces Clemency for 26 Individuals

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
December 20, 2024
DENVER - On December 20, 2024, Governor Polis announced that he has granted clemency to 26 individuals: 4 commutations and 22 pardons. The Governor granted commutations to Victor Clark, Travis… Read More

Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera Celebrates Opening of The Landing Youth Shelter in Loveland

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
December 19, 2024
LOVELAND - On December 18, 2024, Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera joined legislators, community leaders, and partners to celebrate the grand opening of The Landing, a regional youth shelter designed to… Read More

New Economic Forecast Shows Colorado's Economy Remains Strong

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
December 19, 2024
DENVER - On December 19, 2024, the Governor’s Office of State Planning and Budget released its quarterly economic forecast. “Today’s forecast shows that Colorado’s economy… Read More

Gov. Polis Announces Boards and Commissions Appointments

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
December 19, 2024
250-150 Commission The America 250 - Colorado 150 commission is created in History Colorado to develop programs and plan for the official observance across Colorado of the semiquincentennial… Read More

Governor Polis and Colorado Parks and Wildlife Announce the Release of Colorado's 2025 Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
December 19, 2024
DENVER - On December 19, 2024, Governor Polis and Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) released the 2025 Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP), which outlines a path to ensure… Read More

Governor Polis Highlights More Housing Now in Colorado Springs and Investments Into Public Safety in Pueblo

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
December 18, 2024
SOUTHERN COLORADO - On December 18, 2024, Governor Polis toured The Village at Solid Rock, a 77-unit Affordable housing complex in Colorado Springs. “Expanding housing opportunities… Read More

Governor Polis and Lieutenant Governor Primavera Celebrate Colorado as #1 in the Nation For People With Disabilities

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
December 18, 2024
DENVER - On December 18, 2024, Governor Polis and Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera celebrated a study conducted by AAA State of Play that ranks Colorado as the best in the nation for people with… Read More

Governor Polis Appoints Kevin Van Winkle as Douglas County Commissioner for District 3

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
December 17, 2024
DENVER - On December 17, 2024, Governor Polis appointed Kevin Van Winkle as the Douglas County Commissioner for District 3. This appointment fills the vacancy created by the resignation of Lora L.… Read More

Governor Polis Declares the Passage of Voter-Approved Ballot Measures

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
December 17, 2024
DENVER - On December 17, 2024, Governor Polis issued a proclamation declaring the voter approval of 10 ballot measures, passed by Coloradans during the election in November 2024. The Governor… Read More

Colorado's Universal Preschool Program Opens Enrollment for Upcoming 2025-26 School Year While Current Year Enrollment Continues

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
December 17, 2024
DENVER - Colorado families can apply for the 2025-26 Universal Preschool Program, as of noon December 17, 2024. This exciting opportunity offers up to 15 hours of free, high-quality preschool for all… Read More

Polis Administration Celebrates EV Fast-Charging Corridors Program, Expanding Convenient Charging for Drivers Across Colorado

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
December 16, 2024
WHEAT RIDGE - On December 16, 2024, Governor Polis, alongside Colorado Energy Office (CEO) Executive Director Will Toor, Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) Executive Director Shoshana Lew,… Read More

Spreading Holiday Cheer: Governor Polis Rings the Salvation Army Bell and Visits With Gold Star Families

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
December 14, 2024
BROOMFIELD/DENVER - On December 14, 2024, Governor Polis as part of the Salvation Army's National Red Kettle Challenge, rang the bell outside of the Walmart superstore in Broomfield to raise funds… Read More

Governor Polis, Colorado Parks and Wildlife Invest $3 Million in Equity Grants to Expand Youth Access to Colorado's Iconic Outdoors

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
December 13, 2024
DENVER - On December 13, 2024, Governor Polis, the Outdoor Equity Grant Board and Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) announced the recipients of $3 million in Outdoor Equity Grants. These grants,… Read More

Governor Polis, Department of Early Childhood Celebrate Colorado As A National Leader in Supporting Families and Babies

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis
December 13, 2024
State’s Investments in Early Childhood Pay Off as Families See Record Increases in Resources DENVER - On December 13, 2024, Governor Polis, and the Department of Early Childhood celebrated… Read More