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January 10, 2025

State of the State

I was proud to deliver my 7th State of the State address to the Colorado General Assembly on Thursday, doubling down on our commitment to build an affordable, safe, livable Colorado for generations to come.


We are focused on the issues Coloradans care about most, including reducing housing costs such as homeowners insurance, keeping Colorado’s vibrant communities safe and clean, strengthening Colorado’s economy, saving people money, and enhancing the Colorado way of life.

My principle remains clear and simple: I will work with anyone and everyone when it’s good for Colorado, and I will oppose anyone and everyone, and do everything in my power to protect Colorado when it hurts our people and state.


FreedomToday more than ever, Colorado is a beacon of freedom, opportunity, and prosperity.



More Housing NowIn partnership with the legislature, we took meaningful steps last year to begin to unleash housing supply, including giving Coloradans the
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removing discriminatory occupancy limits , and more.


And there is more to be done to expand access to housing that Coloradans can afford at every budget and reduce the costs of homeowners insurance, and we are looking to do this with steps including encouraging innovation in modular housing solutions, empower builders to build smart stair apartments and homes, and allow faith-based and community organizations to use land they have to build housing Colorado needs.



Improving Public SafetyNow is the time to double down on data-driven investments that we can see work to improve public safety. We have made
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real progress to make Colorado one of the top ten safest states, and thanks to our targeted investments crime is down in nearly every category. But there’s more work ahead.


I'm confident that, thanks to the action of the voters passing Proposition 130, we’ll be able to better fund law enforcement, with $350 million in support for hiring, retention, and training.



More Reliable Transit I’m proud to share that we continue to move full speed ahead towards our vision of a Colorado where you can step out your door and choose from a variety of affordable, convenient, and reliable means of transportation. To make this vision into a reality, it takes all of us working together – state, regional, and local partners.


By expanding transit and rail options, we can improve air quality all while saving people time and money on daily commutes.



Saving People Money We remain laser focused on saving people money on everything from groceries to health care.



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🎤Do You Know Your Pop Culture?“Together, we can prevent costs from going up and ‘Defying Gravity.’” -
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From the motion picture soundtrack Wicked


“Just as Lord of the Rings fans know that one does not simply walk into Mordor, one does not simply fix homeowners insurance. Many factors contribute to the soaring cost. But we need to start somewhere, and we need to start now.” -
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Lord of the Rings, the Fellowship of the Rings


In the words of Taylor Swift, “I think I’ve seen this film before, and I didn’t like the ending.” -
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From the song Exile on the Folklore Album

📣What People Are Saying"From protecting Colorado's iconic public lands to expanding economic opportunities, Governor Polis helps make our state the best place to live and work," said Senator Michael Bennet. "In 2025, I look forward to cutting burdensome red tape, expanding affordable housing, and ensuring Colorado continues to lead the country's transition to a clean energy economy alongside Governor Polis.”


“Governor Polis has doubled down on Colorado’s successes. We’re leading the clean energy transition with our home-grown innovation, lowering health care costs for Coloradans, and connecting every household to affordable high-speed internet,” said Senator John Hickenlooper.


“Governor Polis’ address laid out a clear vision for the most pressing issues facing Denver residents and the entire state this year. I'm especially glad to see Governor Polis prioritize support for our vibrant restaurant industry. While raising the minimum wage has created new opportunity for workers, the unintended consequences of steep wage disparities between tipped workers and back-of-house workers and skyrocketing costs for business are simply unsustainable. I look forward to working with Governor Polis and the General Assembly to tackle this affordability crisis and identify equitable and fair solutions to provide even greater support to local Denver restaurants and their staff,” said Denver Mayor Mike Johnston.


EVENTS & NEWS CORNER

❤️Apply For FREE Peer Support TrainingS.AF.E is offering peer support training for Denver, Boulder, Weld, and Mesa County residents! They’re aiming to reach their goal of training 150+ peer specialists through COPA approved training powered by Polaris Pathways. Learn about applying
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💡Share Your Ideas for the Colorado 150 Pedestrian WalkwayIn celebration of Colorado’s 150th birthday, the Polis Administration is excited to announce plans for the Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway. Please complete
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this short survey to share your stories, ideas, and insights to help shape the historical narrative of this project.



JOB OPENINGS


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Executive Assistant to the Deputy Chief of Staff

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Climate Preparedness Manager

PREVIOUS NEWSLETTERS


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2024 In Review (December 31)

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Lt. Governor Holiday Newsletter (December 28)

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Happy Holidays from the Governor (December 23)

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Colorado Cruises to #1 in EV Sales (December 12)

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A Safer, Cleaner Future for Colorado Transportation (November 21)

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Governors Safeguarding Democracy (November 15)












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