Senate Republican Leadership
Minority Leader
Cleave Simpson
(R-Alamosa)
Assistant Leader
Lisa Frizell
(R-Castle Rock)
Caucus Chair
Byron Pelton
(R-Sterling)
Minority Whip
Janice Rich
(R-Grand Junction)
Recent Press Releases
Colorado’s creative economy needs a business structure that actually fits
I’ve seen it my whole life. I grew up on a farm in Montrose County, and I’ve spent my career working in agriculture, water, banking and small business. No matter the industry, the basics are the same. If you want something to last, you need a system that matches how...
Colorado Republicans Honor the Legacy of Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell, Highlight Lifelong Service to Colorado
Denver, CO — Colorado Republicans today recognize the order issued by Governor Jared Polis to fly flags at half-staff in honor of former U.S. Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell, a decorated veteran, Olympian, and one of Colorado’s most distinguished public servants....
Senate Republicans Applaud Appointment of Senator Lisa Frizell to State Board of Equalization
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 24, 2026 Denver, CO — Senate Republicans welcomed the appointment of Senator Lisa Frizell to the Colorado State Board of Equalization. She succeeds former Senator Chris Hansen and will oversee property assessment quality and consistency to...
Democrats are Proposing a Dangerous Income Tax Increase Under the Guise of Funding Education
Colorado families are being asked to believe a familiar lie; the only way to fund education is to let politicians take and keep more of your money — forever. Senate Bill 135 is disingenuous and is not a serious education plan. It is a backdoor attack on TABOR...
Republicans Warn Colorado Budget on the Brink Following New Economic Forecast
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Denver, CO — March 20, 2026 — Following the release of the state’s latest economic and revenue forecast, Colorado Republicans are raising serious concerns about the state’s financial stability and the long-term consequences of runaway government...
Colorado Republicans: Bill to Legalize Prostitution Defeated
Denver, CO - March 11th, 2026 — Colorado Senate Republicans are hailing a victory in laying over SB26-097, the Decriminalize Adult Commercial Sexual Activity bill. The bill, sponsored by several Democratic lawmakers, would take away criminal penalties for buying and...