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May 2nd, 2013
Dear Friends, April is child abuse prevention month, and it reminds me that our communities are next in line after families in protecting children and ensuring they have the best start in life. The 2013 report called Kids Count in Colorado provides vital statistics regarding the well-being of our children. This type of data is…Read More »
March 25th, 2013
Dear Friends, This past month, the Senate passed many of my bills focused on Colorado’s natural resources and our sportsmen’s heritage. They are critical drivers for local economic development, attracting tourists, and enriching our families. Activities like hunting, fishing, wildlife watching, and hiking contribute significantly to Colorado’s economy through direct sales, associated jobs, and fees.…Read More »
February 14th, 2013
Dear Friends, We are hard at work as the General Assembly enters the second month of the 2013 regular session; already over 350 bills have been introduced. Among them are a number of high profile bills garnering attention. Many of you have already contacted my office to express your views on various pieces of legislation,…Read More »
May 23rd, 2012
Dear Friends, This year’s legislative session has come to an end…again! Although the last day of the 2012 session was May 9th, with the extra three days of the “special session” the legislatureofficially adjourned this past Wednesday, May 16th. We all welcomed the end of session and the Senate Democrats were proud to look back on…Read More »
May 23rd, 2012
Dear Friends, This year’s legislative session has come to an end…again! Although the last day of the 2012 session was May 9th, with the extra three days of the “special session” the legislatureofficially adjourned this past Wednesday, May 16th. We all welcomed the end of session and the Senate Democrats were proud to look back on…Read More »
May 21st, 2012
Managing Colorado’s Natural Resources Dear Friends, In light of recent reports on low snowpack and wildfire risk, I’ve been busy understanding the threats and strategizing solutions to resource management in our state. As last month’s tragic wildfire in Jefferson County has shown, we must actively improve our forest health to decrease fire risk and protect our watersheds.…Read More »
April 9th, 2012
One of my favorite events of the session is the Colorado Boys & Girls Club “Youth of the Year” day at the Capitol. Every year, Colorado chapters of the Boys & Girls club send an outstanding member chosen after competitive selection process. I was lucky this year to have Alamosa High School sophomore Ethan Martinez…Read More »
April 9th, 2012
Things are looking a little different at the Capitol, with trees blooming and the dome reconstruction fully underway. The thawing snow and budding plants of Colorado springtime connote progress of the seasons, and, despite the incremental nature of the legislative process, we can celebrate progress on our bills lately. I’m pleased to announce the passage of…Read More »
March 21st, 2012
After years of work, Colorado will soon have an electronic recycling law! The Colorado House of Reps. passed SB12-133, my “Electronic Recycling Jobs Act” today and to send it to the Governor for his signature. Thanks to legislators on both sides of the aisle and all of the stakeholders for helping to pass this important…Read More »
March 21st, 2012
On March 15th, my “Local Foods, Local Jobs” bill, co-sponsored by Rep. Coram, was signed into law by Governor Hickenlooper! This legislation will allow small growers to sell their products directly to consumers, jump starting local economies and increasing the availability of healthy, locally grown foods.