Press Releases

Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Governor Polis and Lieutenant Governor Primavera Celebrate Colorado as #1 in the Nation For People With Disabilities

DENVER - Today, Governor Polis and Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera celebrated a study conducted by AAA State of Play that ranks Colorado as the best in the nation for people with disabilities.
Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Governor Polis Highlights More Housing Now in Colorado Springs and Investments Into Public Safety in Pueblo

SOUTHERN COLORADO - Today, Governor Polis toured The Village at Solid Rock, a 77-unit Affordable housing complex in Colorado Springs.
Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Colorado’s Universal Preschool Program Opens Enrollment for Upcoming 2025-26 School Year While Current Year Enrollment Continues

DENVER (Dec. 17, 2024) — Colorado families can apply for the 2025-26 Universal Preschool Program, as of noon December 17, 2024. This exciting opportunity offers up to 15 hours of free, high-quality preschool for all children in the year before kindergarten, with additional hours available for qualifying families.
Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Governor Polis Declares the Passage of Voter-Approved Ballot Measures

DENVER - Today, Governor Polis issued a proclamation declaring the voter approval of 10 ballot measures, passed by Coloradans during the election in November 2024.
The Governor issued a proclamation for the following measures:
Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Governor Polis Appoints Kevin Van Winkle as Douglas County Commissioner for District 3

DENVER — Today, Governor Polis appointed Kevin Van Winkle as the Douglas County Commissioner for District 3. This appointment fills the vacancy created by the resignation of Lora L. Thomas on December 6, 2024, and is effective immediately.
Monday, December 16, 2024

Polis Administration Celebrates EV Fast-Charging Corridors Program, Expanding Convenient Charging for Drivers Across Colorado

WHEAT RIDGE - Today, Governor Polis, alongside Colorado Energy Office (CEO) Executive Director Will Toor, Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) Executive Director Shoshana Lew, ChargePoint Sr.
Saturday, December 14, 2024

Spreading Holiday Cheer: Governor Polis Rings the Salvation Army Bell and Visits With Gold Star Families

BROOMFIELD/DENVER - Today, Governor Polis as part of the Salvation Army's National Red Kettle Challenge, rang the bell outside of the Walmart superstore in Broomfield to raise funds for the community amidst the holiday season.
Friday, December 13, 2024

Governor Polis, Department of Early Childhood Celebrate Colorado As A National Leader in Supporting Families and Babies

DENVER – Today, Governor Polis, and the Department of Early Childhood celebrated Colorado’s recognition as the top state in the nation for increasing resources and support for families with young children, according to a new analysis from the Prenatal-to-3 Policy Impact Center. The findings, presented during the Prenatal-to-3 Policy Impact Center’s Great Progress, Great Opportunities 51-state convening in Denver, highlight Colorado’s achievements in expanding programs and resources for infants, toddlers, and their families since 2020.
Friday, December 13, 2024

Governor Polis, Colorado Parks and Wildlife Invest $3 Million in Equity Grants to Expand Youth Access to Colorado’s Iconic Outdoors

DENVER — Today, Governor Polis, the Outdoor Equity Grant Board and Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) announced the recipients of $3 million in Outdoor Equity Grants. These grants, funded through the Colorado Lottery, support organizations that break down barriers to Colorado’s outdoors and create inclusive opportunities for youth and families to take part in education, conservation and job training opportunities in the outdoors.
Thursday, December 12, 2024

Making Government More Efficient: Governor Polis Rescinds 208 Outdated or Unnecessary Executive Orders

DENVER - Today, to make government more efficient, Governor Polis signed an Executive Order to rescind 208 outdated Executive Orders in Colorado dating back to 1920.