Press Releases

Friday, June 21, 2019

Gov. Polis orders flags lowered to honor former Colorado legislator Tilman Bishop

DENVER — Gov. Jared Polis today ordered the United States and Colorado flags be lowered to half-staff statewide on all public buildings from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, June 25, 2019, to honor former Colorado legislator Tilman Bishop. Bishop served 28 years in the Colorado legislature.
Friday, June 21, 2019

Gov. Polis appoints district court judges in 2nd Judicial District

DENVER — Gov. Jared Polis today announced the appointments of Ericka F.H. Englert and Lisa Teesch-Maguire as district court judges in the 2nd Judicial District to fill two positions created pursuant to SB 19-043.
Thursday, June 20, 2019

Gov. Polis appoints district court judge in 1st Judicial District

DENVER — Gov. Jared Polis today announced the appointment of Robert Charles Lochary of Golden as a district court judge in the 1st Judicial District. His appointment is occasioned by the resignation of the Honorable Dennis Hall.
Wednesday, June 19, 2019

Gov. Polis Statement on Trump Administration’s Roll Back of Clean Power Plan

DENVER - Following reports of the Trump administration’s intentions to roll back the Clean Power Plan, Gov. Jared Polis issued the following statement:
Wednesday, June 19, 2019

June forecast shows continued growth for Colorado economy

DENVER — The Office of State Planning and Budgeting (OSPB) today released the June forecast showing stronger than expected revenue growth. Strong wage growth is driving continued consumer spending, sustaining our economic expansion. However, trade conflicts pose a risk to Colorado’s economy, as recently proposed escalations could result in higher prices for domestic consumers and fewer export markets for farmers and manufacturers.
Saturday, June 15, 2019

Gov. Polis orders flags lowered to honor Colorado State Patrol trooper killed in the line of duty

DENVER — Gov. Jared Polis today ordered flags be lowered to half-staff statewide on all public buildings immediately, until sunset on the day of the memorial service, to honor Colorado State Trooper William Moden.
Thursday, June 13, 2019

Gov. Polis Announces Appointment of Jefferson County Court Judge for the First Judicial District

DENVER — Gov. Jared Polis today appointed Jennifer L. Melton to serve as a Jefferson County Court Judge for the First Judicial District. Ms. Melton will fill a vacancy occasioned by the retirement of the Honorable Susan Lori Fisch. Her appointment is effective July 1, 2019.
Thursday, June 13, 2019

Governor Polis Signs Executive Order to Increase Vaccination Rates in Colorado

DENVER — Governor Jared Polis today signed an executive order to increase vaccination rates in Colorado. The Governor was joined by a bipartisan group of legislators and public health officials today as he signed the executive order at Colorado Children’s Hospital Uptown in Denver.

“What we’re proposing is a third way - expanding education and access to vaccines - which will lead to more kids being vaccinated while respecting the right of parents to make their own health care decisions,” said Governor Polis.
Tuesday, June 11, 2019

Gov. Polis appoints interim District Attorney for 14th Judicial District

DENVER — Gov. Jared Polis today announced the appointment of Matthew J. Karzen for the 14th Judicial district effective July 1, 2019. His appointment is occasioned by the resignation of Brett D. Barley, effective July 1, 2019.

Karzen most recently served as Chief Deputy/Assistant District Attorney for the 14th Judicial District. He is a graduate of Colorado College and the University of Denver, College of Law.
Friday, June 7, 2019

Gov. Polis appoints new district court judge in the 13th Judicial District

DENVER — Gov. Jared Polis today announced the appointment of Stephanie M.G. Gagliano of Fort Morgan as a District Court Judge in the 13th Judicial District to fill a position created by Senate Bill 19-043.