It is the honor of a lifetime to be elected Speaker of the House of Colorado. Today, our work starts again to make Colorado more affordable, invest in our schools, protect our air and water, improve public safety, and protect our freedoms. Let's get to work!
#coleg
#copolitics
Bright & brilliant young minds asking us to stop gun violence. I worked in public schools for years and have heard calls to action like this in my home county. This week, we bring forward evidence-based gun violence policies that will help save lives - onward!
#coleg
#copolitics
So honored to sit in on a meeting with students and Speaker
@McCluskieforCO
One said “I shouldn’t be here. I should be figuring out what party to go to on a Friday night - not how to pass legislation in honor of our friend who was shot to death.”
#coleg
Vote "Yes" on Prop HH this November to cut property taxes responsibly while preserving funding for critical local government services, like our schools. Let's support a more stable and affordable future for Colorado homeowners and businesses.
Look who stopped by the Capitol today!
Thank you, Congressman
@RepJoeNeguse
, for all the incredible work you do for us from DC. Always enjoy seeing you in CO🏔️
#coleg
#copolitics
Today, we’re introducing gun violence prevention bills to reduce gun violence and ensure Coloradans feel safe within their community. I will support data-driven legislation that will save lives. We're bringing legislation that will keep our communities safe.
#coleg
#copolitics
Victory!! We are heading back to the
#COLeg
for two more years. I am so honored to earn the support of voters in HD61 - thank you! Best of all, my daughter surprised me - flew home from Minnesota to be with me tonight!
#COPolitics
#2020Elections
#Grateful
#McCluskieforCO
It is my great honor to be re-elected to the CO House of Representatives! I am grateful to the voters who have shared their confidence in my leadership for our rural & mountain communities, and to my family and campaign team for working day & night -
#victory
!
#copolitics
#coleg
In this extraordinary session, we delivered on our promise of property tax relief while ensuring that our essential community services were protected.
I am immensely proud of our efforts to provide as much relief as possible to the most vulnerable Coloradans.
#coleg
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Yesterday, we showed tribute to Ed Sealover for his dedication to journalism for the past 17 years.
@ESealoverDenver
brought not only tremendous integrity and professionalism but a twinkle in his eye, a smile on his face, and an openness to truly listen
#coleg
#copolitics
Today, we passed a Resolution to honor the 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade. I am beyond proud to stand with my fellow legislators in support of our work to safeguard people's rights to safe care & choice & to reaffirm our commitment to statewide protections.
#coleg
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The 73rd General Assembly has convened! It is my greatest honor to serve the people of Colorado’s high country and Western Slope. Thank you for your faith and trust! (To my family - You are here in my heart!)
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Coloradans need stable housing to get or keep a job, care for their family, & maintain their health.
Today, CO Dems introduced legislation that will prevent evictions for renters who pay their rent & abide by their lease, keeping them housed.
TY
@MonicaDuran23
&
@javier_mabrey
Honored to be selected and excited to serve the people of our great state in this new role!
#college
#copolitics
Rep. McCluskie Appointed to JBC – Colorado House Democrats
Having a conversation with First Lady Dr. Jill Biden
@flotus
&
@GovofCO
about
#Colorado
’s thriving economy and innovative workforce development strategies…pretty much the perfect start to my Monday. Big shout out to the amazing students who shared their stories today!
#coleg
Thanks for your exceptional partnership (and the flowers), Mr. Vice Chair
@HansenForCO
! I am so proud of the well-crafted, balanced budget we delivered for the people of our great state.
#coleg
#copolitics
Today, in close consultation with legislative leadership, I am ordering one-time $375 stimulus payments to 435,000 qualifying Coloradans whose lives and jobs have been hurt due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
It's my pleasure to reappoint Rep. Marc Catlin as Vice Chair for the House Agriculture, Water & Natural Resources Committee.
Marc has a proven record of putting people over politics. I know he'll bring his Western Slope values & dedication to water preservation to the committee.
37 years of wedded bliss. That translates into amazing children, sickness and health, carpools, laundry, chores, meals shared and meals apart…mostly, hard work. Thank you
@jamomac711
for all of the adventure along the way!!
#happyanniversary
#weddedbliss
#family
“For the first time in state history, Colorado celebrates a legislature with a majority of women lawmakers, including the most diverse, female-led House leadership team to date,”…
#whenwomenlead
#coleg
#copolitics
#lovewhereyoulive
I am deeply honored to receive the
@CASE_Leaders
Policy Leader Award! Having served with some of the finest school leaders in the state, (miss you
@summitcountyschools
!)…
That really great moment when the fired-up Grand County Dems throw a terrific celebration and ask you,
@jenagriswold
@dylanroberts_co
and the best campaign team for a smile!! Thanks all - we’ll be back!
#copolitics
Thank you
@BriannaForCO
for your strength and courage today by standing up for the rights of all people. Colorado is so lucky to have your voice in the legislature. We stand with you.
#coleg
#copolitics
During a moment of personal privilege, Rep.
@BriannaForCO
condemned yesterday's anti-trans rhetoric and encouraged everyone to lead with respect, courage and understanding.
Colorado Dems stand united in love, not hate 🏳️⚧️
#coleg
#copolitics
My husband was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at the age of 30. The price for his insulin has increased by 175% since 2009. We have insurance & find a way to pay these prices. So many people can not. It’s time to fix this -
#Insulin4all
@Dylan_RobertsCO
Gabby Giffords is an inspiration and an extraordinary champion on gun violence prevention policy. A dear honor to share a few words with her today and hold her hand. I am in awe.
@gabbygiffords
@giffords_org
#coleg
#copolitics
My darling daughter graduates from
@StOlaf
today, Um-Ya-Ya! So proud of this beautiful, gifted young woman. She’ll be working for
@AmeriCorps
in September teaching film to underserved youth in MN. The future is female and she is ready to lead the way!
#classof2020
#graduated
Back at work with my dedicated JBC colleagues and our superhero staff. A deeply challenging task lies ahead - balancing CO budget in face of a unprecedented revenue shortfalls. Here we go!
#COLeg
#COPolitics
#doingmypartco
#COVID19Colorado
Welcome Back,
#Colorado
! Today we launch the second half of the 73rd Legislative Session and get back to the work of the people! I am working on the Colorado Comeback…
Today we passed a measure that provides critical health screenings for first responders. It’s called “The Hugh McKean Act” in honor of a man with the biggest of hearts and laughs.
#GoodStuff
()
#coleg
Congratulations to our newest Representative, Rep. Brown of HD-12, on being sworn in this morning! He has a long history of being a public servant through his work on the Louisville City Council and deputy commissioner at the Colorado Division of Insurance.
#coleg
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It has been my true fortune to know and partner with
@hmckean
. We were seatmates my first term in office, and he was willing to be a mentor, gentle adversary, and friend. He had a deep respect for the institution and the law…
Almost Sine Die,...what a spectacular session. We ushered in the Colorado Comeback after a devastating pandemic and economic recession. I could not be more proud. I carried 53 bills, including the state’s budget and school finance act.
#coleg
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HB23-1246 was signed by Gov. Polis today at
@ColoMtnCollege
Salida! This bill will provide ZERO-cost credentials in a variety of in-demand fields so students can get the degrees they need to join critical professions. Thanks to everyone who attended & worked on this bill!
#coleg
COLORADO CELEBRATES TODAY! Our
#reinsurance
program has received federal approval! People across the Western Slope will see a 29% decrease in health insurance premiums on the individual market in 2020 - the rest of CO will see an average reduction of 18.2%.
#coleg
#copolitics
Congratulations to the new Speaker-elect of the CO House of Representatives
@McCluskieforCO
.
I know you will do everything in your power to respect this institution and move CO forward. Our great state is in great hands.
#coleg
#copolitics
To live, love and leave a legacy.
#PresidentCarter
championed economic justice in a quiet, noble way - his compassion in action speaks louder than words.
To be clear, the prop tax bill I’m carrying doesn’t use TABOR surplus or state reserves - it uses the general fund $ put aside last year for prop tax relief. Happy to talk with you about my proposal anytime.
#coleg
#copolitics
Coloradans needed you to act 2yrs ago - Now they need REAL property tax relief
And less than 2 weeks ago they told you don’t use TABOR surplus to do it !
When
@Dylan_RobertsCO
shared this good news with me, I was surprised that tears welled up in my eyes. This bill will make a difference for so many people. I am so proud to support this effort!
#coleg
#copolitics
#insulin4all
🚨Exciting News from the Senate🚨
#HB1216
- Reduce Insulin Prices - just PASSED the Senate! It will now come back to the House to approve Senate amendments and then the next stop is
@GovofCO
’s desk!
#coleg
#COPolitics
#insulin4all
This fall, voters will have the choice to support Prop CC which will allow CO to keep funds over the TABOR cap & invest in public schools, higher education & transportation. Today
@GovofCO
signed the allocation bill that will make this possible!
#coleg
#copolitics
#PropCC
The Health Insurance Affordabilty Enterprise was passed today! Guaranteeing funding for
#reinsurance
& expanding health care access to those in the family glitch and for DACA/undocumented Coloradans. Grateful to
@Kennedy4CO
& our amazing coalition!
#COLeg
#COPolitics
#healthcare
Happy International Women's Day!
They say that empowered women empower women. I am proud and honored to work, serve, and live alongside so many brilliant women. Today, we honor all women working hard towards a brighter future.
#InternationalWomensDay
#coleg
#copolitics
I stand with
@LontineHD1
and
@YadiraCaraveo
tonight. For those schools that choose to deliver sex education, this bill ensures that students will receive accurate information on pregnancy, birth control, abstinence, and protection from STDs.
#coleg
#copolitics
#realsexed
Celebration! My deep gratitude to
@GovofCO
and the multitude of advocates, stakeholders, educators, parents and students who shared their hopes and input!
#educationmatters
Today we're celebrating the signing of an equitable and modern school funding formula by
@GovofCO
! HB24-1448 will help direct more funds to students living in poverty, students learning English, and students with special needs.
Learn more!
I am so proud of how this year’s state budget prioritizes student success in public schools, colleges and universities; saves people and small businesses money; and funds critical initiatives for improved public safety, air quality, and workforce development.
As
#BlackHistoryMonth
begins, members of the
@COBlackCaucus
highlighted some of Colorado’s prominent Black leaders and figures in CO history. Thank you for your leadership today and every day to make Colorado a better place for all.
#coleg
#copolitics
We know Coloradans are ready for greater investments in transportation, public schools and higher education -
#PropCC
is one responsible step in allowing the state to make those investments when times are good.
#VoteYES
#coleg
#copolitics
#edcolo
What’s that you say
@GovofCO
?
#Reinsurance
decreases health insurance rates by 36.5% on the individual marketplace for the Western Slope? Well, that’s terrific news! Open enrollment starts 11/1 More here
#coleg
#copolitics
#COHealth
Such a privilege to serve with Speaker
@kcbecker
on this debrucing effort - this is a common sense, smart, responsible bill to let voters participate in preserving the CO way of life!
#coleg
#copolitics
People seeking reproductive care in CO deserve to be met with transparency, have their rights protected, & have easy access to affordable health care.
That’s why we’re introducing the Safe Access to Protected Health Care Package.
#SafeAccess4CO
#coleg
#copolitics
Top of the morning to you! The McCaucus celebrates the blessings of our heritage and the joy of a coming spring!! We also celebrate our amazing team of sergeants who wear their green jackets every day of the year and…
I cherish my mother. She is ever-forgiving & consistent in her love for the people in her life. I am thankful for her selfless support of me and my dreams.
I hope someday I will make my magnificent daughter and perfect son this proud.
#happymothersday
#love
Congratulations and thank you to all the outstanding House staff who were sworn in today!
We tremendously appreciate your efforts behind the scenes to make sure everything runs smoothly and are delighted to work together during this legislative session.
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It was SO great to hang out with Frisco Elementary's 4th grade class! Thank you for making the big trip from Summit to the Capitol to share your goals for the legislature, including establishing more public lands and working on reducing air pollution.
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We’re taking steps to solve the Colorado River Crisis and preserve our Colorado way of life, now and for generations to come.
Tune into the first meeting of the Colorado River Drought Task Force on Monday, July 31st, from 1-3 pm!
#coleg
#copolitics
The unveiling of
@repjoeneguse
portrait was a warm & distinguished tribute to an exceptional member of Colorado’s congressional delegation. It was my privilege to join a very enthusiastic crowd and members of our Black caucus at the event!
#coleg
#copolitics
Joining my colleagues as we engage to improve Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in our work in the legislature. Sharing this time with
@SenadoraJulie
as we ask, “what are we trying to accomplish together?”
#civility
#openness
#DEI
#coleg
Down to the wire! Knocking doors and having great conversations. I’ve met lots of friendly people and dogs - thanks for sharing your stories!
#lovewhereyoulive
#vote
#vote2022