McCluskie and Moreno Statements on Resignation of Senator Bob Rankin

DENVER, CO – Speaker-designate Julie McCluskie, D-Dillon, and Senate Majority Leader Dominick Moreno, D-Commerce City, today released the following statements after Senator Bob Rankin announced he will resign on January 10, 2023. Speaker-designate McCluskie and Majority Leader Moreno served with Sen. Rankin for many years on the Joint Budget Committee.

Statement from Speaker-designate McCluskie:

“For 10 years, Senator Rankin has exemplified the very best of what it means to be a public servant. His dedication and steadfast commitment to always putting Coloradans and good public policy ahead of politics has made our state a better place for everyone. His efforts to craft bipartisan solutions and find common ground are a model, not only for our legislature, but for lawmakers across the country. It has been a privilege to serve with Senator Rankin, and I will miss his leadership, expertise and the abundance of kindness he brings to the Capitol everyday.

Statement from Senate Majority Leader Moreno:

“For the last decade, Senator Rankin has handled his duties as a legislator and a member of the Joint Budget Committee with a level of integrity and commitment that we should all aim to meet. Throughout his career at the Capitol, Senator Rankin has prioritized solutions over partisanship, and has been a crucial leader in pursuing a more perfect Colorado. Working alongside Senator Rankin has been a privilege that I will greatly miss, but I could not be happier for my friend and wish him all the best as he moves on to his next adventure.”