In Washington D.C., Joe Biden’s American Jobs Plan is being labeled as needless spending by Republicans, who also dislike the corporate tax hikes. Progressives are worried that key climate provisions of the plan will be lost due to the Democrats’ slim majority in both chambers. Colorado’s congressional delegation is similarly divided.
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This Year Dems Blocked the GOP From Banning Abortion in CO, But With Roe in Danger, the Future is Uncertain
As we reflect on another state legislative session in the books and what Democrats were able to accomplish with their majorities in Colorado state government, it’s also worth taking a look at what Republicans would have accomplished if they had the chance.
Boebert Among Republican Study Committee Leaders Who Met With Trump
Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (R-CO) and members of the Republican Study Committee (RSC) met with former President Trump yesterday at his county club in New Jersey.
Under Pressure From Conservatives to Restrict Voter Access, GOP Election Expert Praises CO Voting System
Appearing with two other conservative pundits on an online panel, Republican Matt Crane, the executive director of the Colorado County Clerks Association, defended Colorado’s election system and celebrated the state’s role as a leader in adopting safe and convenient voting systems and as an adviser to other states in adopting reforms that broaden ballot access for voters.
CO State Reps. Brianna Titone and Mark Baisley Show Value and Limits of Bipartisanship
As Colorado’s 2021 legislative session wound down over the last few weeks, two bills stood out as a mark of bipartisanship and collaboration during a session often marked by ideological conflicts.
DeGette Measure To Undo Trump Methane Rollback Advanced by House Committee
The House Energy and Commerce Committee voted on Thursday to advance a resolution sponsored by Colorado Rep. Diana DeGette to nullify a Trump administration rollback of federal environmental regulations limiting methane emissions from oil and gas infrastructure.
Hickenlooper and Bennet Cosponsor Bill to Enshrine Abortion Rights in Federal Law
U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper (D-CO) and U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet (D-CO) have joined more than 40 of their senatorial colleagues in introducing a bill that would guarantee the right to abortion across the country. This would provide a critical safeguard if the Supreme Court attempts to undermine Roe v. Wade.
Two CO Democrats Joined Republicans in Killing a Criminal Justice Reform Bill. They Won’t Say Why.
Two Democratic state lawmakers were the downfall of a bill that sought to implement significant pre-trial justice reforms and reduce jail populations.
CO Legislature Passes Bill To Help People of Color and Other Underserved Communities Access Outdoor Areas
A bill passed the Colorado General Assembly June 4 creating a grant program designed to help boost access for underserved communities to outdoor areas like state parks and public lands and give them opportunities to do activities like hiking.
Legislation Renews Program To Help Low-Income Coloradans Obtain State Identification Cards
“Coloradans need identification documents for many reasons, and generally need several documents proving name, age, identity, and citizenship in order to get a Colorado-issued identification card,” said state Rep. Daneya Esgar (D-Pueblo), who sponsored legislation, passed by the Colorado House Monday, that would help Colorado residents get a state-issued identification card. “Without an identification card, Colorado residents cannot open bank accounts, cash a check, pick up a prescription, or access health care, housing, employment, and public benefits. During this economic crisis with thousands of Coloradans losing their jobs, healthcare, and even their housing, we must do everything we can to make it easier for folks to get back on their feet. And that includes ensuring that the cost of an ID is not a barrier to getting back to work.”