News Tipoffs - Colorado Editors Newsletter for Wednesday July 10, 2024 ( 16 items ) |
Attorneys General Ford and Fitch Lead Bipartisan Amicus Brief to Hold Online Companies Accountable to Consumers
CARSON CITY, Nevada, July 10 -- Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford issued the following news release:
Attorney General Aaron D. Ford and Attorney General Lynn Fitch (R-MS) announced filing a bipartisan, multistate amicus brief last week in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in defense of state laws that hold web-based companies accountable for consumer protection violations. A federal district court in California found in favor of Shopify in a data privacy case (Briskin v Shopify Inc), affor
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Claims for or Against Chief Master Sgt. Willie Frazier
BUCKLEY AFB, Colorado, July 10 -- The U.S. Air Force Buckley Air Force Base (460th Space Wing) issued the following news:
It is with deep regret that we announce the untimely death of Chief Master Sgt. Willie Frazier, United States Space Force, Delta 20, Buckley Space Force Base, Colorado.
Major Sabina Grusnick has been appointed as the Summary Courts Officer.
She can be contacted at 303-677-3818 and sabina.grusnick@spaceforce.mil. All claims for or against the decedent's estate must be submi
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Colo. Gov. Polis's Statement on Dismissal of Lawsuit Against Free Preschool in Colorado
DENVER, Colorado, July 10 -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following statement on July 9, 2024:
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Today, Governor Polis released a statement related to the dismissal of a lawsuit challenging Colorado's landmark universal preschool program.
"Rejoice parents, because Preschool is here to stay! Every Colorado child deserves to be able to go to preschool and we are thrilled that soon the next class of students will be entering the classroom to get the best possible start in life wh
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Colo. Public Health & Environment Dept.: Federal, State Inspections Indicate Suncor Refinery Violated Air Quality Regulations
DENVER, Colorado, July 10 -- The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment issued the following news release:
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) issued a Notice of Violation (NOV) to Suncor Energy (U.S.A) Inc. last week, alleging the Commerce City refinery failed to comply with air emissions laws.
The agencies allege Suncor violated or is violating the Clean Air Act and the Colorado Air Pollution Prevention
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Contracts for July 8, 2024
WASHINGTON, July 9 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news release:
AIR FORCE
Kekolu Contracting LLC, La Plata, Maryland, was awarded a firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity, single award contract with a ceiling of $200,000,000 for construction work on real property facilities at Eglin Air Force Base and its associated sites in Florida. This contract provides for support of real property maintenance, repair, alteration, non-complex minor construction, re
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Crested Butte Mountain Resort Proposes Cell Tower on National Forest System Lands
GUNNISON, Colorado, July 10 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's U.S. Forest Service unit - Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests - issued the following news release:
The Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison (GMUG) National Forests is reviewing a cell tower proposal submitted by Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR). The proposal involves developing a wireless network of six nodes in the ski area on National Forest System lands. These nodes will be connected by fiber and owned
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Governor Hobbs Applauds Landmark Tribal Water Rights Settlement Legislation Introduced in Congress
PHOENIX, Arizona, July 10 -- Gov. Katie Hobbs, D-Arizona, issued the following news release on July 9, 2024:
Today, Governor Katie Hobbs voiced her support for the Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Act of 2024.
"The State of Arizona is thrilled to support the Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Act which will, at long last, provide access to safe, reliable water supplies to the Navajo Nation, Hopi Tribe, and San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe" said Governor Katie
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Governor Polis Appoints Michael W. V. Angel to the 2nd Judicial District Court
DENVER, Colorado, July 10 -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release on July 9, 2024:
Today, Governor Polis appointed Michael W. V. Angel to the 2nd Judicial District Court. The vacancy was created by the passing of the Honorable Christine C. Antoun and is effective immediately.
Mr. Angel is a Magistrate in the 17th Judicial District, a position he has held since 2023. His docket consists of criminal cases.
Previously, he was a Senior Assistant Attorney General (2020-2
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Governor Polis Congratulates Greg Lopez on Being Sworn Into Congress to Represent Colorado's 4th Congressional District
DENVER, Colorado, July 10 -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release on July 9, 2024:
Today, Governor Polis congratulated former Parker Mayor Greg Lopez on being sworn in to represent Colorado's 4th Congressional District, to carry out the remainder of former U.S. Representative Ken Buck's term.
"Congratulations to Representative Greg Lopez on being sworn into Colorado's 4th Congressional seat. Colorado's full eight-person congressional delegation is now complete. I loo
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Governor Polis Verbally Declares Disaster Emergency to Support Colorado Agriculture in Response to Avian Flu Outbreak in Weld County
DENVER, Colorado, July 10 -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
Governor Polis verbally declared a disaster emergency on July 5, 2024, in response to an avian flu outbreak in a commercial poultry facility in Weld County, ensuring that the state can provide the support and resources needed for Colorado's essential agriculture industry.
This declaration activates the State Emergency Operations Plan and directs the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) to take all nec
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INVESTING IN AMERICA: Biden-Harris Administration Strengthens Transit Manufacturing Industry with $1.5 Billion from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Put More American-Made Buses on the Road
WASHINGTON, July 9 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation issued the following news release:
The third round of historic federal funding will help transit agencies serve more riders, reduce air pollution, and train workers on new technologies
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration (FTA) today announced approximately $1.5 billion in funding to support 117 projects that will improve public transportation in 47 states. Under the President's historic Bipartisan In
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INVESTING IN AMERICA: Biden-Harris Administration Strengthens Transit Manufacturing Industry With $1.5 Billion From Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Put More American-Made Buses on the Road
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration issued the following news release on July 9, 2024:
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The Third Round Of Historic Federal Funding Will Help Transit Agencies Serve More Riders, Reduce Air Pollution, And Train Workers On New Technologies
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The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration (FTA) today announced approximately $1.5 billion in funding to support 117 projects that will improve public transport
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LCRA Offers More Ways to Save With Expanded WaterSmart Rebate Program
AUSTIN, Texas, July 10 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release:
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Water conservation rebates now available for converting turf grass to native garden beds or drought-tolerant landscapes
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The Lower Colorado River Authority has expanded its WaterSmart rebates program to help residents and businesses conserve water and save money. The rebates help offset the cost of projects to decrease water use, including upgrading irrigation systems, maintaining lands
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Lukens, Bacon Highlight First Meeting of the Cell Phone Connectivity Committee
DENVER, Colorado, July 10 -- The Colorado House Democrats issued the following news release on July 9, 2024:
House Democratic lawmakers today highlighted the success of the first meeting of the Cell Phone Connectivity Interim Study Committee. Created through HB24-1265, this bipartisan interim committee aims to study cell phone connectivity issues in rural and historically underserved communities of color in Colorado.
Chair Representative Meghan Lukens, D-Steamboat Springs:
"Whether it's for w
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Matthew W. Fodor Named Special Agent in Charge of the Tampa Field Office
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The FBI issued the following news release:
Director Christopher Wray has named Matthew W. Fodor as the special agent in charge of the Tampa Field Office in Florida. Mr. Fodor most recently served as a deputy assistant director in the Counterterrorism Division at FBI Headquarters in Washington, D.C.
Mr. Fodor joined the FBI as a special agent in 2006 and was assigned to the Washington Field Office, where he worked on the counterterrorism squad responsible for internationa
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Mt. Emmons Land Exchange Decision Memo Signed
GUNNISON, Colorado, July 10 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's U.S. Forest Service unit - Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests - issued the following news release:
The Mt. Emmons land exchange decision memo has been signed by Chad Stewart, Forest Supervisor for the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison (GMUG) National Forests. This exchange authorizes the transfer of over 1,000 acres of private and federal lands in Gunnison and Saguache Counties. The exchange involves three
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