Press Releases

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Governor Polis and Lieutenant Governor Primavera Help Launch Governors Public Health Alliance to Strengthen Preparedness, Affordability, and Health Innovation

DENVER — Governor Jared Polis and Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera today announced Colorado’s participation as a founding member of the Governors Public Health Alliance (GPHA), a new, nonpartisan coalition of governors working together to safeguard health, strengthen preparedness, and expand coordination across state lines.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025

DOR Announces Tax Relief for Those Impacted by Southwestern Colorado Flooding

DENVER - On Sunday, Gov. Jared Polis declared a disaster in southwestern Colorado because of recent flooding. In response, the Colorado Department of Revenue is offering help to people and businesses affected by the floods.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025

State is Contacting Thousands of Coloradans Who May Be Eligible For Unclaimed Tax Credits, Helping Coloradans Maximize Tax Refunds

DENVER — This year, the state is going the extra mile to help Coloradans save money by contacting thousands of taxpayers who may be eligible for $8 million in unclaimed tax refunds.
“Its no secret that filing taxes is too costly and complicated, but the state is taking proactive action to ensure Coloradans get every dollar you deserve from your tax returns. Coloradans who receive a notice can submit this prefilled online form in less than 10 minutes, putting extra money back in your pocket,” said Governor Jared Polis.
Monday, October 13, 2025

Gov. Polis Announces Boards and Commissions Appointments
Monday, October 13, 2025

Lt. Governor Primavera Speaks at Greeley Chapter Symposium of the Federation of the Blind

GREELEY — On Saturday, Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera joined members of the Greeley Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind and community partners for their annual symposium, highlighting the importance of accessibility, independence, and inclusion for Coloradans who are blind or visually impaired.
Sunday, October 12, 2025

Governor Polis: Colorado Welcomes the Long-Awaited Return of the Hostages to their Homes and Families, and Cease-fire that Will Hopefully Build Towards Lasting Peace in the Middle East

DENVER - Governor Polis released the following statement welcoming the long-awaited release of the hostages who have been held captive since Hamas’s October 7, 2023 attack on Israel, and an end to the violence in Gaza, moving the region closer to peace after more than two years of horrific violence and suffering.
Sunday, October 12, 2025

Governor Polis Verbally Declares Disaster Emergency for Flooding in Western Colorado

DENVER - Today, Governor Polis issued a verbal disaster declaration to support response and recovery efforts following significant flooding in Western Colorado. The Governor has been monitoring the situation closely and State public safety leaders have been in close contact with local emergency management about this unprecedented weather event. State resources, including the Colorado Department of Public Safety’s Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM), Colorado State Patrol, and the Division of Fire Prevention and Control, as well as the Colorado Department of Transportation and Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment were previously engaged in the emergency response before the verbal disaster declaration.
Friday, October 10, 2025

Governor Polis: Search for Colorado's Next Poet Laureate Begins

DENVER - Nominations are now open for the next Poet Laureate of Colorado. The Poet Laureate serves a two-year term as Colorado’s ambassador for poetry, and engages with communities across the state, including conducting readings and workshops.
Thursday, October 9, 2025

Colorado Secures Federal Funding for Fast-Charging Network as State EV Registrations Top 200,000

Statewide — The Polis Administration announced Thursday that Colorado has received federal approval for the final $12 million of its $56.5 million in funding from the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program. To date, Colorado has already awarded nearly $25.6 million in NEVI funding to support 246 fast-charging ports along major transportation routes across the state. Securing the last of this federal funding will help Colorado continue to build out a robust network of fast-chargers as EV registrations in the state surpass 200,000.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control Honors the Retirement of Fire Investigations K9 ROTC and Welcomes New K9 Waffle

LAKEWOOD, COLO. - (October 8, 2025) - Fire and Life Safety (FLS), a section of the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC), a division of the Colorado Department of Public Safety (CDPS), is both celebrating a legacy and looking toward the future as it announces the retirement of Fire Investigation K9 ROTC and introduces its newest Accelerant Detection Canine, Waffle.