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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...
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...
Colorado House and Senate Republicans Open 2026 Legislative Session Focused on Affordability, Safety, and Opportunity
(Denver, CO – January 14, 2026) – Colorado House and Senate Republicans today opened the 2026 legislative session by outlining a unified vision centered on restoring affordability, strengthening public safety, protecting parental rights, and expanding...
Opening Day Speech by Senate Minority Leader Cleave Simpson
Mister President, members of the Senate, distinguished guests, and the people of Colorado: As we open the 2026 legislative session, we do so at a remarkable crossroads in Colorado’s story. This year marks Colorado’s 150th anniversary of statehood, a milestone that...
Senate Republicans Announce Updated 2026 Committee Appointments
DENVER – Today, Minority Leader Simpson announced updated committee assignments for the Second Regular Session of the 75th General Assembly. Bold denotes ranking member Agriculture & Natural Resources, 7 members (4-3) Senator Rod Pelton (R – Cheyenne Wells) ...
Former Colorado State Senator Lewis H. Entz passed away at the age of 94.
Denver, Colorado — It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Lewis H. Entz, a respected public servant who dedicated decades of his life to the State of Colorado and served his community with distinction in both legislative and civic roles. Senator...
Senate Republicans Reveal 2026 Committee Appointments
DENVER – Today, Minority Leader Simpson announced new committee assignments for the Second Regular Session of the 75th General Assembly. Bold denotes ranking member Agriculture & Natural Resources, 7 members (4-3) Senator Rod Pelton (R – Cheyenne Wells) ...
Republican Leaders Condemn Democrats’ Mismanagement of Budget Crisis
Denver, CO – September 4, 2025 – Republican legislative leaders pushed back against the Democratic claims found in the Executive Committee memo that the state’s fiscal challenges stem from H.R. 1, emphasizing instead that Colorado’s budget instability is the direct...
Senate Republicans Slam Governor Polis for Putting Politics Over People
DENVER – Governor Polis has once again proved that when faced with tough choices, he’ll sacrifice Colorado’s most vulnerable before reigning in his own politically-charged, wasteful spending. Today, with the stroke of a pen, Governor Polis issued an executive order...
Colorado Republican Leaders Offer Real Solutions During Special Session
(Denver, CO – August 26, 2025) – Colorado Republicans stood united at the conclusion of the Governor’s narrowly scoped special session, emphasizing that Democrats chose to raise taxes instead of adopting real solutions to Colorado’s structural budget challenges. The...