Protecting Colorado’s World-Class Outdoor Recreation Industry

Dear Neighbor, Colorado is home to a robust and thriving outdoor recreation industry, and last week we took major steps to protect this world-class workforce. Starting on Wednesday with the re-introduction of the Continental Divide Trail Completion Act; a bipartisan bill that directs the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management to work together to finish the 3,100-mile Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDT). Completing the CDT fulfills a promise made over four decades ago to provide the American people with world-class recreational opportunities spanning the length of the Continental Divide.
 
Next up, we introduced the Biking On Long-Distance Trails (BOLT) Act which expands outdoor recreation opportunities by identifying potential long-distance bike trails and expanding mapping resources for long-distance bikers. For communities across Colorado, this bill is key. It will expand outdoor recreation opportunities and boost mountain economies.
 
In our state, the outdoors are a way of life. I will continue to do all I can to protect access to the outdoors for everyone. 

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BIG NEWS! EAST TROUBLESOME & CAMERON PEAK POST-FIRE RECOVERY

I am thrilled to announce that last week the U.S. Forest Service allocated $39 million to support the recovery of the watershed affected during the East Troublesome and Cameron Peak fires. Governor Polis, Senator Bennet, Senator Hickenlooper, and I have consistently raised concerns about post-fire recovery needs, and this is a tremendous step toward prioritizing the health and wellbeing of our lands and our people.

WHAT ELSE HAVE WE BEEN WORKING ON?

• Last week, we announced $18.5 Million for communities across Colorado to upgrade essential water, wastewater, & stormwater infrastructure. Learn more HERE. 

• Honoring the Anniversary of the Vietnam War! If you, or an immediate family member, served our nation in Vietnam, or if you are a widow of a Vietnam Veteran and you are interested in attending an event where we will be honoring National Vietnam War Veterans Day this month, please click HERE to register to receive the official invitation.

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Please stay safe, stay healthy, and stay hopeful!