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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Colorado Newsletter for Sunday August 24, 2025 ( 2 items )  

DOI Announces Cooperative Agreement for Partnerships with Colorado Plateau Ecosystem Studies
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior, through its Geological Survey, is inviting proposals for a Cooperative Agreement aimed at enhancing collaboration with the Colorado Plateau Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit. This initiative will provide funding for projects that promote ecosystem research and management in the Colorado Plateau region, a vital area known for its unique biodiversity and cultural heritage. Award amounts for this competitive opportunity range from $1 to   more

Home Health Provider Warns of Dire Consequences from Proposed Medicare Cuts
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- CommonSpirit Health at Home has issued a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing deep concerns over the proposed 9% cut to Medicare reimbursements for home health services. The organization, which operates home health agencies across several Colorado cities, serves approximately 650 patients daily and emphasizes the detrimental impact these proposed cuts could have on patient care and operational sustainability. In the letter  more