Press Releases

  • Thursday, September 25, 2025

    Governor Polis and Colorado Department of Higher Education launch Colorado Free Application Days from Oct. 7-9

    DENVER – The Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE) and Governor Jared Polis are pleased to announce the eighth annual Colorado Free Application Days, from Tuesday, October 7, through Thursday, October 9, 2025. For the fifth consecutive year, the campaign returns as a three-day event, where all 32 public colleges and universities in Colorado—as well as many private institutions— waive application fees, removing a financial barrier and making it easier for students to continue their education.
  • Monday, September 22, 2025

    Governor Polis Announces Major General Robert B. Davis as Colorado’s Next Adjutant General

    DENVER - Today, Governor Polis announced that Colorado’s next Adjutant General and Executive Director of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs will be Major General Robert Davis, who has spent most of his career in the Colorado National Guard as well as in the private sector in Colorado, and currently serves as the Deputy Director of the U.S. Army National Guard. This follows the retirement announcement of Major General Laura Clellan. General Clellan’s retirement ceremony is on October 18, 2025.
  • Friday, September 19, 2025

    Governor Polis Highlights Colorado Students, Educators and Mentors on the Western Slope

    EAGLE COUNTY/WESTERN SLOPE - Today, Governor Polis visited communities in Eagle and Garfield Counties on the Western Slope. Governor Polis started the day with a celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month at FirstBank Fiestas, where he met with Coloradans attending the festivities. 

    “Hispanic Heritage Month is a wonderful time to celebrate the incredible contributions of Hispanic Coloradans to our state’s rich history, as well as our bright future. I was happy to be in Avon to celebrate today,” said Governor Jared Polis. 

  • Wednesday, September 17, 2025

    Host Your Holiday Celebration at The Governor’s Residence at Boettcher Mansion

    DENVER - Hosting a holiday event this year? Adorned in ornaments, trees, and holiday cheer the Governor’s Mansion is the best place for your holiday events this season. The historic home is in the heart of Capitol Hill and steeped in Colorado history. Photos display some of the holiday decorations from the last two years at the Governor's Residence. Each room is carefully decorated to each year's theme. 

  • Wednesday, September 17, 2025

    Governor Polis and Colorado State Demography Office Release Analysis on the Current State of Colorado’s Housing Shortfall

    DENVER – Governor Polis, along with the State Demography Office (SDO), housed within the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA), have released a comprehensive analysis of the current state of Colorado’s housing shortfall. In partnership with the legislature, Governor Polis has signed landmark laws to increase supply and make housing more affordable.

  • Wednesday, September 17, 2025

    Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera Honored with National Award for Leadership in Service

    DENVER — The national service community has recognized Colorado Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera with the prestigious State Service Leadership Award from America’s Service Commissions (ASC) for her extraordinary leadership and commitment to national service and volunteerism, specifically regarding AmeriCorps. 

    The ASC Innovation and Leadership Awards celebrate national service leaders across the country who take concrete action to leverage national service and volunteerism to meet pressing community needs in strategic and innovative ways.