Tag: colorado_governor_s_office
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Pueblo Chile Nominated for Colorado's 2028 American Innovation Dollar Coin
Governor Polis nominated the Pueblo Chile for Colorado's 2028 American Innovation $1 coin, with designs reviewed by the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts and a final pick due from the Treasury Secretary.
Politics and GovernmentAgricultureEducationState GovernmentsSocial Issues Pueblo ChileAmerican Innovation CoinJared PolisUnited States MintMike BartoloColoradoPueblo Chile and Frijoles FestivalColorado Governor's Office
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Colorado Names Two Students as 2026 "Governor for a Day" Winners
Governor Polis picked two eighth graders, Angelique Tolbert of Aurora and Weston Hancock of Windsor, from over 150 video entries, and updated Coloradans on the Willow Fire and Leadville's economy.
Politics and GovernmentUSAState GovernmentsEducationDisastersEnvironmentAgriculture Governor for a DayJared PolisAngelique TolbertWeston HancockWillow FireLeadvilleAspen Acres fireColorado Governor's Office
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Colorado Governor Launches Student Contest, Celebrates State Fair, and Announces Speaker Series
Colorado's Governor announced a "Governor for a Day" contest for 7th and 8th graders, highlighted the State Fair's agricultural community, and detailed an upcoming Speaker Series with First Gentleman Marlon Reis.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEducationGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsAgricultureSocial Issues ColoradoGovernor for a DayStudent ContestColorado State FairDan FloresSpeaker SeriesColorado Governor's Office
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Colorado Governor Requests Major Disaster Declaration for Wildfire and Flood Recovery
Governor Jared Polis has formally requested a Major Disaster Declaration from President Trump and FEMA to support recovery efforts in Pueblo, Custer, and Ouray Counties following the devastating Aspen Acres and Gold Mountain Fires and subsequent flooding.
Politics and GovernmentWeatherBusinessState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentEnvironmentEconomySocial Issues ColoradoWildfiresDisaster DeclarationFEMAPueblo CountyCuster CountyOuray CountyColorado Governor's Office
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Colorado Marks 150th Statehood Anniversary with Statewide Celebrations and Top Education Ranking
Colorado marks its 150th birthday with a month-long 'Celebrate Colorado' initiative featuring over 650 events statewide. The Centennial State also achieved the #1 ranking for education nationally, a significant milestone for its future.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentSportGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEducationMusicSocial Issues ColoradoStatehoodAnniversaryFestivalsGovernor Jared PolisDenverColorado Governor's Office
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Colorado Achieves Top National Ranking in Education
Colorado has been named the #1 state for education by U.S. News and World Report, a significant rise from its 2025 ranking. This achievement coincides with statewide celebrations for Colorado's 150th anniversary.
Politics and GovernmentEducationGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsSocial Issues ColoradoU.S. News and World ReportGovernor PolisStatehood AnniversaryColorado DayCelebrate ColoradoColorado Governor's Office
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Colorado Governor Commends CDOT's Swift Bridge Rebuild, Launches 'Celebrate Colorado' for 150th Anniversary
Governor Polis thanked CDOT workers for rebuilding a fire-damaged bridge in under 11 hours, ensuring emergency access. He also announced 'Celebrate Colorado' for August 2026, inviting communities to celebrate the state's 150th birthday.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessEntertainmentState GovernmentsEnvironmentSocial IssuesEducationEconomy ColoradoCDOTBridge RepairWildfire ResponseCelebrate ColoradoState AnniversaryCommunity EventsColorado Governor's Office
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Colorado Celebrates Dual Anniversaries Amidst Wildfire Challenges and Calls for Resilience
Colorado celebrates 250 years of American independence and 150 years of statehood amidst wildfires. Governor Polis urges resilience, while the state promotes safe holiday activities and honors fallen firefighters.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnvironmentState GovernmentsEconomyDisastersMilitary ColoradoFourth of JulyWildfiresStatehoodTourismJared PolisAmerica 250 - Colorado 150 CommissionColorado Governor's Office
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Governor Polis Concludes Legislative Session with Extensive Bill Signings
Governor Jared Polis signed 436 bills into law, concluding the 2026 legislative session. Key legislation includes food freedom, expanded passenger rail, RTD modernization, affordable housing, public safety, LGBTQ+ protections, and animal welfare initiatives.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsSocial IssuesEconomyEnvironment ColoradoJared PolisLegislative SessionBill SigningPublic PolicyTransportationAnimal WelfareColorado Governor's Office
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Colorado Governor Polis Signs Executive Order to Promote Healthy Lifestyles
Governor Polis signed an Executive Order on May 21, 2026, to boost healthy eating, expand food access, and promote outdoor activity in Colorado. State funds will no longer buy soft drinks or alcohol for official functions.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessState GovernmentsEconomySocial IssuesEnvironmentEducation ColoradoGovernor PolisExecutive Orderhealthy eatingpublic healthnutritionoutdoor activityColorado Governor's Office
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Colorado Governor Celebrates Legislative Achievements in Final Session
Colorado's Governor marked the end of his final legislative session, touting new laws on housing, education funding, public safety, and clean energy. The session also saw economic growth and significant crime rate reductions across the state.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsEconomyEducationEnvironmentTransportationSocial Issues ColoradoLegislative SessionHousingPublic SafetyClean EnergyColorado Governor's Office