In the war of words over the federal shutdown, Colorado’s members of Congress are foot soldiers for their parties
The state’s Democrats and Republicans have been holding press conferences, giving interviews, and attacking each other on social media, as they try to get their message out.
Majority of Supreme Court justices appear skeptical of Colorado’s conversion therapy ban
The court had tough questions for the state about whether preventing licensed therapists from trying to change a child’s sexual or orientation or gender identity burdens their right to free speech.
Colorado banned conversion therapy for minors. A U.S. Supreme Court case could upend that
The case pits free speech against the authority of states to regulate medical practices.
Here’s what to know about undocumented immigrants and health care
It’s at the center of a big fight over a government shutdown in Washington, D.C.
Colorado reacts as federal government shuts down
There’s no solution in sight, but the Trump administration says it will keep most National Parks open with minimal staff.
No decision yet from White House as Colorado seeks disaster aid from Trump administration
The state wants FEMA help after the Elk and Lee fires in Rio Blanco County. It comes at a time where Major Disaster Declarations have taken longer to approve and Trump has called for FEMA to be eliminated.
When the government could shut down and what would it mean for Colorado
With the House out of town and the Senate far from a deal, funding for the federal government is set to run out on October 1st.
Problem Solvers Caucus releases framework for permitting reform
Colorado Republican Rep. Gabe Evans helped create the framework for the group, which hopes to find common ground when it comes to speeding up the construction of energy projects.
Cancer research and early childhood education bring Coloradans to Washington
Ordinary citizens made the trips to advocate for issues they think are important. They say it’s worthwhile to get face-to-face with lawmakers, even if they don’t always change their minds.
‘Vile’, ‘corrosive’, ‘toxic’ … and unquittable. Colorado’s members of Congress on how social media impacts their work and American society
Members say online platforms hold the promise of connecting with constituents in a direct way, but online rancor is having dangerous consequences.
CU Regent Wanda James to launch congressional bid, challenging Colorado’s longest-serving congresswoman
James’ entry into Colorado’s 1st Congressional District race sets up what could be a competitive primary.
Colorado’s Congress members recognize Evergreen High victims and first responders
Rep. Brittany Pettersen introduced a resolution to condemn last week’s “horrific act of violence” and raise up those touched by it.
Colorado Springs leaders in D.C. to lobby for local interests and look for opportunities
“What are we not taking advantage of? What can we go after?”
Shaken lawmakers contemplate their own safety, in the wake of Kirk’s assassination
“I’m just sick of this stuff … That’s not why we come here.”
Interior Department changing conservation funding rules, what it can go toward and who can participate
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum says his new order will cut red tape for the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Conversation groups say it’s going in the wrong direction.
Expiring subsidy could leave tens of thousands in Colorado without health insurance, Polis warns congressional delegation
As the governor urges Congress to extend the benefit, one Colorado Republican is part of a push to do just that.
