Press Releases

DENVER - Gov. Jared Polis today joined a bipartisan group of legislators to highlight a reinsurance bill to help lower health care costs. HB19-1168 will reduce insurance premiums for individuals and families. 

“We must address the high cost of health care, especially in our rural and mountain communities,” Governor Jared Polis said. “We have heard from Coloradans across the state about their struggles to afford insurance. This reinsurance program is a strategy that will help provide immediate relief by lowering costs for Colorado families.”

DENVER - Statement from Colorado Governor Jared Polis and Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser regarding the multistate lawsuit challenging President Trump’s emergency declaration:

DENVER - Gov. Jared Polis today issued the following statement in regard to President Trump’s decision to bypass lawmakers and build a wall: 

“President Donald Trump’s plan to circumvent Congress and declare a state of emergency for his personal vanity project is an astonishing abuse of power. This is not only a waste of taxpayer dollars but a distraction from the many real issues that affect hardworking Coloradans.

DENVER - Gov. Polis announces boards and commissions appointments. 

State Board of Stock Inspectors

Underground Damage Prevention Safety Commission

Wine Industry Development Board

Uninsured Employer Board

Special Funds Board for Workers’ Compensation Self Insurers

Workers’ Compensation Cost Containment Board

Rocky Mountain Low Level Radioactive Waste Compact

Solid and Hazardous Waste Commission

DENVER - Gov. Jared Polis today issued the following statement on the tentative agreement between Denver Public Schools and the Denver Classroom Teachers Association: 

“I am pleased that after months of negotiations, both sides stepped up, worked together, and found a solution that works for our district, our educators, our parents, and most importantly our children.

DENVER - Governor Jared Polis has announced the formation of a dedicated office within the Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) to cultivate active investment in Colorado’s 126 federally designated Opportunity Zones.

DENVER - Gov. Jared Polis today announced appointments for top positions at the Colorado Department of Human Services and the Colorado Department of Personnel and Administration. 

Michelle Barnes, executive director of the Department of Human Services

DENVER - Gov. Jared Polis today ordered flags lowered to half-staff on all public buildings statewide now until sunset on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019 to honor former U.S. Rep. John Dingell, and as ordered by President Trump. Former Rep. Dingell died on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019. 

The full text of the President’s proclamation:

DENVER - Gov. Jared Polis today appointed Corinne Magid to the Jefferson County Court in the First Judicial District. Magid fills a vacancy created by the appointment of Ryan Stuart to the 18th Judicial District Court.

DENVER — Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019 — State of Colorado government offices in Denver and surrounding suburban counties will close at 2 p.m. due to extreme weather conditions.  

State facilities essential to public health and safety will maintain regular operating schedules and “essential personnel” will maintain regular schedules.