Press Releases

DENVER — In support of the State of Colorado’s ongoing efforts to combat the COVID-19 pandemic and to assist in the mitigation of virus spread, the Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) will offer KN95 and surgical grade masks for free at public libraries, fire stations, recreation centers, VFWs, YMCAs, and high traffic community centers that have agreed to be local redistribution points. Masks will be available later this week and distribution sites are listed at covid19.colorado.gov/freemasks

DENVER — Governor Jared Polis today announced the appointment of William H. Moller as a District Court Judge in the 4th Judicial District. This judgeship was created by the appointment of the Honorable Timothy J. Schutz to the Court of Appeals. The vacancy is effective immediately.

DENVER - Today, Governor Jared Polis announced boards and commissions appointments.

DENVER – Ahead of Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Monday, January 17, Governor Jared Polis, Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera, Senator Michael Bennet, AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith, Jill Hunsaker Ryan, Executive Director of Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), and other service community leaders gathered virtually to celebrate the creation of a new Economic Mobility Partnership, designed to save Coloradans money. In support of this partnership, Governor Polis and Lt. Governor Primavera have announced January 14, 2022 as “AmeriCorps Economic Mobility Day.”

DENVER - Today, Governor Jared Polis released a comprehensive list of ways the Polis administration plans to help Coloradans save money and make Colorado more affordable, following the Governor's State of the State address.

DENVER — Today, Governor Jared Polis delivered the 2022 State of the State address to the Colorado General Assembly. Gov. Polis provided hope to Coloradans after a challenging year for our state. The Governor focused on the resiliency of Coloradans and provided a path for the legislature to partner with him to help save Coloradans money, make our state more affordable, and keep our communities safe.

DENVER - Today, Governor Jared Polis ordered flags to be flown at half-staff on all public buildings beginning at midnight tonight and to return to full-staff at sunset on Thursday, January 13, 2022, to honor the life and legacy of Senator Harry Reid on the day of his interment, as proclaimed by President Biden.

DENVER — Today, the Early Childhood Leadership Commission (ECLC) unanimously approved a final report outlining key recommendations for the voter-backed, voluntary, universal preschool program that is now available, marking a significant milestone in Colorado’s effort to save families money and build a world-class care and education system.

DENVER - Today, Governor Polis joined Community Foundation Boulder County CEO Tatiana Hernandez, Ball Corporation CEO John Hayes and Brian Cain, Chief Sustainability Officer of Civitas to discuss philanthropic efforts in support of Colorado families and individuals impacted by the devastating Marshall Fire.

DENVER - The Polis administration announced today that Edge R&D, a business intelligence, data management and technology solutions company, has selected Colorado to focus its expansion and growth for future talent/hires.