Senate Leadership Reacts to Governor's Address

Lawmakers express hope for a collaborative session following State of the State speech

DENVER, CO –  Today, following the Governor's State of the State address to the General Assembly, Senate President Leroy Garcia and Majority Leader  Steve Fenberg released the subsequent statements: 

"I feel incredibly encouraged that the Governor's priorities are aligned with our own. From urgent pandemic relief to long-awaited economic fairness and environmental reforms, it is clear that the democratic leaders in this state are intent on not only recovering from this pandemic but building back a stronger Colorado," said President Garcia, D-Pueblo. "I look forward to working collaboratively with Gov. Polis's administration to deliver meaningful results for our residents this legislative session."  

"I applaud Governor Polis for his leadership over the last year. He has continually put Coloradans first – mitigating the effects of the pandemic and setting us on a path of recovery. This legislative session is not only about getting Colorado back on its feet, it's about setting our state up for even greater success going forward,” said Majority Leader Fenberg, D-Boulder. “I am confident that with the partnership of the Governor's office, we will be able to accomplish great things for Colorado this session."