Colorado Senate Republicans Elect Rankin to Joint Budget Committee, Shuffle Other Committees
DENVER – This morning, Senate Republicans held a caucus meeting to accept the resignation of Senator Dennis Hisey (R-Fountain) from the Joint Budget Committee (JBC) to make way for Senator-elect Bob Rankin (R-Carbondale). The vote to elect Senator-elect Rankin to the JBC was unanimous. “I am very appreciative of Senator... Read more
Democrats Say No to Bus Rides and Teacher Bonuses
DENVER – This afternoon, Senate Democrats on the Senate Education Committee voted to move forward with legislation to eliminate transportation options for students living in poverty, alongside voting against providing bonuses for teachers for good performance. Senate Bill 39, proposed by Democratic Senators Tammy Story and Rachel Zenzinger, reverses legislation... Read more
Senators Cooke & Scott Respond to Governor Polis’ Executive Order on Zero-Emission Vehicles
DENVER – In response to Governor Jared Polis’ Executive Order regarding a transition to zero-emission vehicles, Senate Assistant Minority Leader John Cooke (R-Greeley) and Senate Minority Whip Ray Scott (R-Grand Junction) issued the following statement: “Hidden behind the hypothetical promises of job and industry growth in Governor Polis’ Executive Order... Read more
Minority Leader Chris Holbert’s Statement on Governor Polis’ Budget Request
DENVER -- Colorado Senate Minority Leader Chris Holbert (R-Douglas County) released the following statement following today's release of Governor Jared Polis' budget requests: “While Governor Polis continues to add requirements to what he calls 'free' full-day kindergarten, coercing districts to spend additional revenue on this expensive new program, Senate Republicans... Read more
Colorado Senate Minority Leader Chris Holbert’s Response to Governor Jared Polis’ State of the State Address
DENVER - Following Governor Jared Polis' first State of the State address this afternoon, Senate Minority Leader Chris Holbert (R-Douglas County) issued the following response: "Governor Polis’ excitement and energy in keeping Colorado as the best state to raise a family, build a business, and live your life, is worthy... Read more
Colorado Senate Republicans Hire Tim Griesmer as Chief of Staff
DENVER – Senate Minority Leader Chris Holbert (R-Douglas County) announced the appointment of Tim Griesmer as Chief of Staff of the Colorado Senate Republican Caucus today. “We are very excited to welcome Tim to the team and are confident in his experience and abilities in leading our staff for this... Read more
2019 Committee Assignments Announced
DENVER - Colorado Senate Republican Minority Leader Chris Holbert announced committee assignments for the first session of the 72nd General Assembly, which is set to begin on Friday, January 4th, 2019. "I have full confidence in these Republican Senators to represent their constituents well on the issues that matter most... Read more
President Grantham’s Update on Secretary of the Senate
DENVER - Senate President Kevin J. Grantham issued the following statement regarding the situation surrounding the Secretary of the Senate: “I am glad to announce that a resolution has been reached in the situation regarding the Secretary of the Senate. Effective today, December 7, Effie Ameen has resigned her post... Read more
President Grantham’s Response to Colorado Supreme Court Decision
DENVER - In response to the Colorado Supreme Court's decision to decline Governor Hickenlooper's Interrogatories regarding TABOR and the Gallagher Amendment, Colorado Senate President Kevin J. Grantham provided the following statement: “The Colorado Supreme Court made the right decision today in recognizing the will of the voters by refusing to... Read more
President Grantham’s Statement on the Beginning of Hanukkah
DENVER - Colorado Senate President Kevin J. Grantham released the following statement on the beginning of Hanukkah: “We would like to wish all Jewish Coloradans - and Americans - a very happy Hanukkah. May this joyous holiday bring warmth to your families, and may we all be vigilant in protecting... Read more