WEDNESDAY: JBC TO HEAR PUBLIC TESTIMONY ON BUDGET

DENVER, CO – On Wednesday, February 2 at 1:30 pm, the Joint Budget Committee (JBC) will hear public testimony on the FY 2022-23 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.

“On Wednesday, Coloradans can share their ideas and top priorities as we work to craft a balanced budget designed to move Colorado forward,” said JBC Chair Julie McCluksie, D-Dillon. “We’re committed to facilitating a budget process that takes into account voices from across the state, which is why public testimony will be available both in person and virtually. This is Colorado’s opportunity to share with us their vision for boosting the economy, supporting our health care workforce, schools and teachers.”

“To ensure a balanced budget that meets the needs and priorities of our communities, it’s important that Coloradans have a seat at the table,” said JBC Vice Chair Dominick Moreno, D-Commerce City. “As we craft this year’s budget, we’re encouraging folks from across the state to make their voices heard by participating in this week’s public hearing remotely. This will help us gain a better understanding of where support is needed most so we can grow our economy, save people money and move Colorado forward together.”

The public is invited to participate in person (first floor of the Legislative Services Building (200 E. 14th Avenue) in Hearing Room B) or here at this link. Participants must choose to either 1) participate remotely via Zoom and 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”.

Members of the public wishing to offer testimony are encouraged to do so using the remote participation option.

WHO: Members of the Joint Budget Committee; Members of the public

WHAT: Consideration of Public Testimony Concerning the Colorado State Budget

WHEN: Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2022 at 1:30pm