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FRISCO — Summit County’s push to go 100% carbon free is having an influence on the rest of the country — even out on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.
On Thursday, Rep. Joe Neguse, D-Lafayette, introduced a resolution in Congress that would transition the United States Capitol complex to exclusively use renewable energy sources. The resolution is meant to follow the lead of Summit and other communities across Colorado that have committed to switching to 100% renewable energy.
Dear Friends,
As we approach Thanksgiving and the end of my first year in Congress, I am reflecting on how grateful I am to have the opportunity to serve as your Representative. Being home in the district reminds me how much we have done, just as being in D.C. reminds me how much we have yet to do! I am committed to making the most of my time in office by continuing to fight for the needs of Colorado's 2nd District just as hard now as I did my first day in office.
MAKING GOVERNMENT GREENER
Resolution Expresses Congress's Responsibility to Lead by Example While the Trump Administration Stalls Action on Climate Change
Washington, D.C.— Congressman Joe Neguse, today, announced that he will host his first Community Health Fair in Boulder on Saturday November 16th to provide information about healthcare options and assist constituents with healthcare needs. The fair will include free screenings, information sessions and resource tables. Additionally, the Congressman’s staff will be available to provide assistance with constituent services such as Medicare and Social Security, Immigration, and Veterans Issues.
Washington, D.C.— Congressman Joe Neguse, who serves on House Leadership, has sent a letter to Senate and House Appropriations Committee Chairs imploring them to provide necessary funding for life-saving mental health programs and suicide prevention grants in the FY2020 appropriations bill.
Dear Friend,
I am thrilled to announce that my bill, the Colorado Outdoor Recreation and Economy (CORE) Act, passed on the House Floor last week, the first statewide Colorado wilderness legislation to pass the House of Representatives in over a decade!
In Colorado, public lands are not only at the heart of our state’s character, but they are central to our economic growth. Colorado’s outdoor recreation industry brings in $28 billion for our state and $10 billion in workers’ wages, employing over 229,000 people. Over 82 million visitors from across the globe come to Colorado year-round to visit our national parks and participate in outdoor recreation opportunities that we are surrounded by every day.
Washington D.C.—Today, Congressman Joe Neguse’s Colorado Outdoor Recreation and Economy (CORE) Act passed the U.S. House of Representatives with bipartisan support 227-182. The legislation is the first Colorado-specific legislation to get a vote from Congress this year and the first statewide Colorado wilderness legislation to pass the U.S. House of Representatives in over a decade.
Washington D.C.—An effort proposed by Congressman Joe Neguse to name an overlook point by Camp Hale after 10th Mountain Army veteran Sanford Morris “Sandy” Treat Jr has passed the House Rules Committee and will be incorporated into the Colorado Outdoor Recreation and Economy Act, slated to receive a vote on the House floor on Thursday.
Washington, D.C.— Today, Congressman Neguse announced the formation of his new Youth Advisory Council, comprising 40 high school students who will serve the district by engaging in conversation about topics that concern young Coloradans. The students will routinely meet with Neguse’s office to discuss policy and legislation, conduct leadership exercises and plan a youth summit for the coming year.