DENVER - The Western Interstate Hydrogen Hub LLC (WIH2) submitted an application last week for a $1.25 billion grant from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to advance the hydrogen economy in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming. The submission is in response to the DOE’s Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs (H2Hubs) Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) to establish infrastructure-based hydrogen economies across America. WIH2’s H2Hub proposal identifies eight projects across the four states, with at least one project in each state.
DENVER – Governor Jared Polis today announced a landmark investment in a statewide digital math platform to provide math support and learning for students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Provided at no cost to schools and school districts statewide that opt-in to participate, this innovative and data-driven digital math platform will include free high-quality instructional materials, ongoing training for educators, and after-school tutoring resources for K-8 students. Zearn, the nonprofit educational organization behind top-rated math learning platform Zearn Math, has been selected as the platform provider.
Governor Polis Releases Statement on Cruel Texas Court Ruling that Will Roll-back Access to Reproductive Health Care, Applauds Washington Court Ruling That Preserves Abortion Rights
DENVER - Today, Governor Polis appointed Monica O. Haenselman to the Boulder County Court in the 20th Judicial District. The vacancy was created by the passing of the Honorable Kristy Martinez and is effective immediately. Governor Polis sends his condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of the Honorable Kristy Martinez.
DENVER — Governor Polis issued an Executive Order extending the COVID-19 disaster declaration. The disaster declaration allows agencies to continue to access state and federal funding for recovery efforts, to rapidly respond to changes in the public health environment, and to support the healthcare system to remain appropriately staffed and prepared to respond to public health.
DENVER — Today, Governor Polis welcomed First Lady Dr. Jill Biden to Colorado on a visit highlighting the Polis administration’s bold work, in partnership with the legislature, to fill in-demand jobs and make sure Colorado’s workforce has the skills and resources to thrive.
CENTENNIAL – Today, Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera and Brigadier General Laura L. Clellan, Adjutant General of the Colorado National Guard, signed a Memorandum of Understanding to increase recruitment of individuals serving with AmeriCorps and the Colorado National Guard. This initiative, the first of its kind in the nation, will raise awareness of the benefits of joint service in AmeriCorps and the National Guard to individuals and communities.
DENVER — Today, Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera signed bipartisan legislation into law as acting Governor. Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera is the Director of the Office of Saving People Money on Health Care, and today’s action helps to make sure Coloradans can access the health care they need to thrive.
More Housing Now Bill Backed by Broad Colorado Coalition, Study Shows Improvements in Affordability, Water Conservation, Equity & Access to Opportunity
