Governor Polis

Governor Polis and the Department of Revenue announced tax relief measures for Coloradans impacted by wildfires, including extended deadlines and penalty waivers for specific taxes. Residents and businesses in 12 counties, including Dolores, Montezuma, and Pueblo, can request extensions for income tax, sales tax, and other fees until November 6, 2026, by contacting the Department of Revenue directly.

July 9 marks the 50th anniversary of Colorado reintroducing otters. Governor Polis highlighted their role in strengthening river health.

The governor has declared a disaster emergency for the 57,000-acre Ferris Fire. The declaration directs state agencies to lead response efforts and authorizes the National Guard to assist.

Governor Polis has declared a disaster emergency due to the 57,000-acre Ferris Fire. The declaration activates state agencies and the National Guard for response efforts.

Colorado clemency board members were fired for violating an executive order by disclosing they voted twice against Tina Peters’ release. The governor’s office cited confidentiality breaches as the reason for their dismissal.

Littwin claims Polis would be out of office regardless of term limits. Two members of the clemency board openly condemned Polis’ commutation of Tina Peters, calling the decision out of line.

A Colorado plan to prohibit using food assistance benefits for soda purchases was blocked by a federal court ruling. The policy proposed by Gov. Polis faced challenges in gaining support from fellow Democrats.

Southwest Colorado communities, including Pagosa Springs, are still rebuilding eight months after record-breaking floods caused by Tropical Storms Priscilla and Raymond. The Trump administration denied disaster funding, leaving towns reliant on state and limited federal programs like the Emergency Watershed Protection Program (EWP) to cover repairs, which are expected to take years and exceed local financial capacity.

Polis released Tina Peters against the unanimous recommendation of the clemency board. The board consists of 11 people from various parts of the legal system who review applications for pardons and commutations before giving recommendations to the governor.

A study published in JAMA Pediatrics found 20% of youths aged 12 to 21 use AI chatbots for mental health advice, with 92% finding it helpful. Experts warn chatbots lack the ability to challenge users or identify concerning behaviors, and a new Colorado law aims to regulate chatbots to prevent harmful interactions with minors.

Tina Peters, convicted for an election-security breach, expressed defiance in her first public interview after her sentence was commuted, vowing to clear her name in court. Democratic Governor Polis commuted her sentence amid pressure from Trump, prompting criticism from the Colorado Democratic Party and Senator Michael Bennet.