Colorado Congressional Delegation Eyes Another Coronavirus Relief Package
Less than two weeks ago, Congress approved more than $2 trillion in aid to the coronavirus-beleaguered country. But already, lawmakers are talking about what more remains to be done.
By Caitlyn Kim
Amid COVID-19 Outbreak, Colorado Faces Lawsuit Over Protecting Those Experiencing Homelessness
Some advocacy organizations want the state to provide housing for Colorado’s homeless population as part of its response to the novel coronavirus.
By Caitlyn Kim
Colorado National Guard Played Big Role In Early Virus Testing, And More Missions Are Likely
The guard are like first responders, trained to deal with chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear incidents.
By Caitlyn Kim
Colorado Public Lands On Tap For $4 Million Boost
The money comes out of the Land and Water Conservation Fund and will be used for grants for local parks, recreation and state parks.
By Caitlyn Kim
Coloradans Stranded Abroad By Coronavirus Need A Government Hand To Get Home Now
Roseann Casey, of Eagle, Colorado, had heard about the new coronavirus before she set off to Peru in early March.
By Caitlyn Kim
Social Distancing + Urgent Bills = Remote Voting For Congress?
Congress is trying to pass a third relief package to help weather the COVID-19 pandemic, but members are increasingly questioning the wisdom of voting on it in person.
By Caitlyn Kim
Coloradans Asking For More From Their Congressional Reps In These Strange Times
Congressional offices are feeling the pressure and fielding an array of questions.
By Caitlyn Kim
Both Crow And Gardner Getting The Hang Of Tele-Congress From Home While They Self-Quarantine
Don’t worry: Both lawmakers feel fine.
By Caitlyn Kim
As Spread Of Coronavirus Hits Colorado’s Economy, Lawmakers Try To Ease The Impact
Colorado Sens. Cory Gardner and Michael Bennet are returning to the Capitol with ideas to help families in the unprecedented time as COVID-19 roils the state’s economy while public life grinds to a halt.
By Caitlyn Kim
Loveland Youth Commissioners Take Their Passion For Policy To DC
The teens attended National League of Cities conference to get ideas and share their thoughts with similarly policy-minded peers from around the country.
By Caitlyn Kim
Sorry Colorado Springs, The Search For A Home For Space Command Is Starting Over
This spring, the Air Force expects to outline a process and criteria for the permanent headquarters.
By Caitlyn Kim
The BLM Promised Its Move Out West Was The Best Possible Option. A Watchdog Report Says Otherwise
A congressional watchdog agency says the Department of the Interior has not used best practices to make the Grand Junction relocation happen.
By Caitlyn Kim
$8.3 Billion Coronavirus Emergency Funding Bill Passes Senate, Trump Expected To Sign
Every member of Colorado’s congressional delegation in both the Senate and the House approved the bill, except for Republican Rep. Ken Buck.
By Caitlyn Kim
One Tweet From Trump Just Gave New Hope For A Conservation Fund That The President Had Been Trying To Defund
It’s also a big win for Colorado’s Republican Sen. Cory Gardner as he faces a tough re-election race. The president credited Gardner with changing his mind.
By Caitlyn Kim
Sanders Won In Colorado. So, What’s A Superdelegate?
Ok, Bernie Sanders won the Democratic Super Tuesday presidential primary in Colorado. But if there’s a “brokered” convention — if no candidate wins enough delegates to secure the nomination — how will the superdelegates come into play?
By Caitlyn Kim
Colorado’s Congressional Reps Are Huddling To Ensure The State Gets Their Share Of Federal Coronavirus Response
The White House has submitted a $2.5 billion request, but Congress is expected to agree on a bill that is in the $7-8 billion range.
By Caitlyn Kim