Press Releases

  • Monday, February 2, 2026

    Governor Polis Announces Sodern America Aerospace Expansion in Douglas County

    DENVER – Governor Jared Polis and the Global Business Development Division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), announced today that Sodern America, a space equipment manufacturer and a global leader in satellite defense and communications technologies, has selected Colorado for its U.S. expansion.
  • Monday, February 2, 2026

    Governor Polis Calls for Federal Action to Support Freedom in Light of the Hemani Case

    DENVER - Today, Colorado Governor Jared Polis called for federal action to support freedom and Coloradans’ rights to be responsible gun owners and responsible marijuana users at the same time. The U.S. v. Hemani case before the United States Supreme Court addresses a federal law prohibiting firearm possession for users of controlled substances, which still includes marijuana. For years, the Governor has called for the rescheduling of marijuana and he continues to urge the administration to stop dragging its feet and interfering with Coloradans’ Constitutional rights.
  • Friday, January 30, 2026

    Colorado Challenges Department of Energy’s Unlawful 202(c) Order Requiring Craig Unit 1 Coal Plant to Stay Open

    DENVER - The State of Colorado formally appealed the U.S. Department of Energy’s 202(c) order to keep the Craig Unit 1 coal plant available for operation on Wednesday. The plant, which was slated for retirement on Dec. 31, 2025, was inoperable due to damage and the decision to keep it open requires extensive costs — without improving grid electric reliability.
  • Friday, January 30, 2026

    Governor Polis Announces Staff Updates

    DENVER - Governor Polis announced updates to his communications staff today. Gov. Polis announced that effective February 6, Conor Cahill will be stepping down as Communications Director. Cahill has served on the Governor’s communications team since his first term, beginning in 2019. 

  • Thursday, January 29, 2026

    Colorado Welcomes Delegation from Japan, Showcases Leadership in Photonics, Quantum, and Semiconductors

    DENVER – This week, the Global Business Development division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) welcomed a delegation of business and economic development leaders from Japan. Led by the Japan External Trade Organization and supported by the Japan America Society of Colorado, the three-day visit showcased Colorado’s photonics, semiconductor, and quantum sectors to business leaders interested in expanding in the state. 

  • Wednesday, January 28, 2026

    Governor Polis Cabinet Update

    DENVER - Today, Commissioner Dannette Smith announced her retirement following a 35 year career in behavioral health. The Governor thanked Behavioral Health Commissioner Dannette R. Smith for her service to Colorado and her work to continue strengthening the state’s behavioral health system. Commissioner Smith’s last day with the state will be February 27, 2026.