Press Releases

DENVER - The Governor’s Office of State Planning and Budgeting (OSPB) released its quarterly economic forecast today showing Colorado’s strong economy continues experiencing steady growth. 

DENVER- Today, Governor Polis appointed Arturo G. Hernandez to the 17th Judicial District Court. This appointment fills a vacancy created by the retirement of Chief Judge Donald S. Quick and is effective on January 23, 2024. 

DENVER - Today, Governor Polis and Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera reflected on the actions and achievements of 2023 that continue to deliver real results for Coloradans and looked ahead to 2024. 

DENVER — Today, at CSU-Spur Governor Polis and Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) Commissioner Kate Greenberg awarded $500,000 in grants to seven projects that demonstrate the use and benefits of agrivoltaics, the simultaneous use of land for solar energy production and agriculture. These grants distributed by the Polis administration will provide funding to incorporate innovative technology that supports Colorado’s producers to operate in the face of challenges created by climate change and prepare the next generation. 

DENVER - Today, Governor Polis ordered flags to be flown at half-staff on all public buildings to honor Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman on the Nation’s highest court as directed by President Biden. Flags should be at half-staff from midnight to sunset on Tuesday, December 19, 2023. Governor Polis previously released a statement on the passing of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor.

LAKEWOOD - Today, Colorado Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera visited the non-profit Domino Service Dogs to talk about the importance of serving Coloradans with disabilities, the incredible power of animals, and the work the Colorado Disability Funding Committee is leading to aid organizations serving people with disabilities.

DENVER- Today, Governor Polis issued a proclamation declaring the voter approved ballot measure Proposition II, passed by Coloradans in the 2023 election. Governor Polis applauded voter's support for Proposition II, which will provide additional funding for early childhood education.  

DENVER – Today, Governor Polis, the Outdoor Equity Grant Board, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) announced the recipients of over $2.2 million in Outdoor Equity Grants. These grants support organizations that break down barriers to Colorado’s outdoors and create inclusive opportunities for all.

LEADVILLE - Today, Governor Polis celebrated the launch of the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) and Colorado Mountain College (CMC) Geographic Information Systems (GIS) program new Avalanche Accident Explorer. This interactive map displays information about Colorado’s fatal accidents since December 2009.