JOINT RELEASE: WEDNESDAY: JBC TO HEAR PUBLIC TESTIMONY ON THE BUDGET
DENVER, CO – On Wednesday, February 1 at 1:30 pm, the Joint Budget Committee (JBC) will hear public testimony on the FY 2023-24 State Budget. JBC Democrats are encouraging Coloradans who wish to share their views with the committee to participate in person or virtually. The public testimony link is included below.
“Open and transparent government that is accessible to the public is a key priority for us, especially when it comes to making sure something as big and important as our state’s budget truly reflects the needs and values of our growing state,” said JBC Chair Rachel Zenzinger, D-Arvada. “That is why we are seeking feedback from Coloradans from all walks of life as we work to craft a budget that will support working families, fulfill the state's commitments, and ensure Colorado’s fiscal picture remains strong for generations to come.”
"On Wednesday, we invite all Coloradans to share their priorities as we craft a balanced budget that meets the needs of our communities,” said JBC Vice Chair Shannon Bird, D-Westminster. “Colorado’s budget process is stronger because people from across the state participate with us each and every year. Coloradans’ input is vital as the JBC crafts a budget that grows our economy, boosts funding for education and improves our quality of life."
The public is invited to participate in person (first floor of the Legislative Services Building, 200 E. 14th Avenue - Hearing Room B) or virtually at this link. Remote participants must choose to either 1. participate remotely via Zoom during the time of the hearing or 2. submit written testimony ahead of the hearing. The link to participate can also be found on the General Assembly’s webpage by selecting the drop down for “Committees”, then “Public Testimony Options."
WHO: Members of the Joint Budget Committee; Members of the public
WHAT: Consideration of Public Testimony Concerning the Colorado State Budget
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023 at 1:30 pm
WHERE: First floor of the Legislative Services Building, 200 E. 14th Avenue - Hearing Room B