Press Releases

Thursday, September 28, 2023

Governor Polis Takes Action to Keep National Parks Open if a Federal Shutdown Occurs

DENVER- Today, Governor Polis issued an Executive Order directing the Colorado Department of Natural Resources to develop a plan for continued operations and resource protection of Colorado’s National Parks and other federal lands in the event of a federal government shutdown.
Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Governor Polis Announces RISE Grant Opportunity, Creating More Work-Based Learning Opportunities for High-school Students

DENVER - Today, at MSU Denver, Governor Polis announced the launch of the fourth and final Response, Innovation, and Student Equity Education (RISE) grant opportunity. This round of RISE grants will invest in programs that expand youth-based apprenticeship opportunities and create more pathways for students to access the skills and experiences needed to begin their careers. Governor Polis allocated $2.5 Million from the GEER fund to create this grant opportunity and support innovative approaches to education.
Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Governor Polis Applauds U.S. Senate Banking Committee Bipartisan Passage of SAFER Banking Act

DENVER - Colorado Governor Jared Polis applauded the Senate Banking Committee for passing the SAFER Banking Act.
Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Bolstering Colorado’s Economy: Polis Administration Secures Modeling & Simulation, Cybersecurity Firm for Expansion in Colorado Springs

COLORADO SPRINGS – Governor Polis and the Global Business Development Division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) announced today that Infinity Labs, a firm that specializes in modeling and simulation, cyber security and advanced research and development (R&D), has selected Colorado Springs, Colorado for expansion. The company plans to increase modeling and simulation support for Department of Defense (DoD) clients, improving national security through innovation and new technologies.
Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Governor Polis Releases Statement on Phil DiStefano

BOULDER - Governor Polis thanked University of Colorado Chancellor Philip P. DiStefano for his years of service to students, the state of Colorado, and higher education. Chancellor DiStefano will continue to teach at CU.
Friday, September 22, 2023

Governor Polis Takes Action to Support Recovery Efforts Following Severe Weather & Flooding

DENVER- Today, Governor Polis issued an Executive Order declaring a disaster emergency in Baca, Jefferson, Kiowa, Prowers, and Teller Counties following severe weather and flooding in June 2023. The action enables state and federal agencies to coordinate response and recovery efforts and seek eligibility for federal funding for these counties.
Thursday, September 21, 2023

Governor Polis & Colorado Department of Education Announce Additional Funding for DonorsChoose Program, Supporting Teachers, Students and Schools

Providing more than $17 million to support teachers and improve learning
Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Governor Polis Applauds Biden Administration Action on Temporary Protected Status (TPS) & Work Permits for Venezuelan Migrants, Governor Previously Called for TPS Status

This will allow Venezuelan to apply for Employment Authorization Documents
Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Colorado’s Economy Continues Streak of Strength Following Economic Forecast

DENVER - The Governor’s Office of State Planning and Budgeting (OSPB) today released its quarterly economic forecast.
Thursday, September 14, 2023

Gov. Polis Appoints Heidi Humphreys as Department of Revenue Executive Director

DENVER - Today, Governor Polis appointed Heidi Humphreys as executive director of the Department of Revenue (DOR). Humphreys has dedicated her career to serving Coloradans, with over 18 years of experience working for the State.