WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- Twenty attorneys general submitted a public comment letter opposing the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) proposed rescission of regulations concerning nondiscrimination based on sex in education programs that receive federal funding. The coalition asserts that the proposed direct final rule threatens critical affirmative action provisions that empower states to take proactive measures to promote gender equality in educational settings. The public comment letter expresse  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- A coalition of 24 Attorney General offices and state labor departments has registered opposition to a recent public comment letter submitted to the U.S. Department of Labor concerning a proposed rule that would impact fair labor standards for domestic service workers. This proposal, if enacted, aims to roll back protections under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) for millions of domestic service employees, particularly those in home health care, who have been covered by  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Sen. Michael F. Bennet, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Bennet, Bicameral Colleagues Statement on New Child Poverty Data from U.S. Census Bureau and Columbia University Center on Poverty and Social Policy * Washington, D.C. -- U.S. Senator Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) joined U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.), and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and U.S. Representatives Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.), Suzan DelBene (D-Wash.), and Ritchie Torres (D  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Sen. Michael F. Bennet, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Bennet, Hickenlooper Introduce Legislation to Convey the Crystal Reservoir to the City of Ouray * Washington, D.C. -- Colorado U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper introduced legislation to transfer ownership of the Crystal Reservoir and the associated dam and water infrastructure from the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) to the City of Ouray (the City). "The City's water supply and  more

DENVER, Colorado, Sept. 11 -- The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment issued the following news release on Sept. 10, 2025: * * * Colorado Green Business Network announces annual recognition event to honor 198 green businesses The network helps businesses increase energy efficiency, save money, and create a greener Colorado * The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment's Colorado Green Business Network is welcoming 47 new businesses into its statewide network of  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Crow Issues Statement Opposing the Annual Defense Bill * WASHINGTON -- Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO-06), member of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement after voting against a highly partisan version of the National Defense Authorization Act. In a statement, Congressman Crow said: "As a veteran who has dedicated my life to serving our country, I will not   more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- Rep. Diana DeGette, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * DeGette Statement on Broncos Announcing Preferred Site for New Stadium in Denver * WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Congresswoman Diana DeGette (CO-01) released the following statement after the Denver Broncos announced Burnham Yard as a preferred site for a new, privately-funded stadium. "As a lifelong Broncos fan, it is incredible news that the team is staying in Denver. I remember going to Broncos   more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- The FBI issued the following news release: * * * FBI, Pueblo Police Announce Results of Joint Operation The FBI Denver Field Office and the Pueblo Police Department, as part of the FBI Southern Colorado Safe Streets Task Force, held a news conference September 10 to announce the latest efforts in combating crime in Pueblo and surrounding areas. Over the last month, from August 5 to September 5, some 40 law enforcement agents were involved, including an FBI Violent Cri  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 (TNSFR) -- The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is reviewing an application to surrender the exemption for the Lockville Dam Hydroelectric Project. The project is located on the Deep River, which forms the boundary between Chatham and Lee counties in North Carolina. Brooks Energy LLC, Denver, Colorado, filed the request on August 5, 2025. The application describes the current status of the project, stating that the generating equipment has not been operational since 202  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Hickenlooper Statement on Broncos' Stadium Announcement * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper released the following statement on the recent announcement that the Broncos selected Burnham Yard in Denver as the site for their new stadium. "Colorado is Broncos country. A new Broncos' stadium in Burnham Yards will deliver a world class experience for fans and drive economic grow  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Hickenlooper, Bennet Introduce Bill to Transfer Crystal Reservoir to Ouray, Boost Water Storage, Outdoor Recreation * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennet introduced the Crystal River Conveyance Act, which would transfer ownership of the Crystal Reservoir and the associated dam and water infrastructure from the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) to the city of Ouray.  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: * * * Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act Passes the Senate * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith (D-MN) announced that the bipartisan Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act, which they cosponsor, has passed the Senate. The legislation will award three Congressional Gold Medals to members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic Men's Ice Hockey Team to recognize the 45  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Rep. Judy Chu, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Chu, Senator Hirono, and Colleagues Oppose the Recreation of Trump's China Initiative * WASHINGTON, DC - Ahead of today's House Appropriations Committee markup of Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies (CJS) funding legislation, Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28) and Senator Mazie Hirono (HI) led a bicameral letter to stop Republican lawmakers from reinstating the China Initi  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Rep. Jeff Crank, R-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Crank Votes in favor of National Defense Act; Bill Advances to Senate for Consideration * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representative Jeff Crank ( CO-05) voted to in favor of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The National Defense Authorization Act focuses on reforming our nation's broken acquisition system, revitalize the defense industrial base, and help build  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Rep. Joseph Neguse, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Neguse and Colleagues Secure Agreement from USFS to Provide Protective Masks for Wildland Firefighters After Decades-Long Ban * Pictured Above: Rep. Neguse, Ranking Member of the House Subcommittee on Federal Lands, questions Chief Schultz during today's hearing. Washington, D.C. -- During yesterday's hearing in the House Subcommittee on Federal Lands titled "The State of Our Nation's Fede  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- Sen. Todd Young, R-Indiana, issued the following news release: * * * Senate Passes Bill Recognizing 1980 Miracle on Ice Hockey Team * WASHINGTON - The United States Senate unanimously passed the Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act. This legislation honors the 1980 Olympic Men's Hockey Team's improbable victory over the four-time reigning champion Russian Olympic team. Against all odds, the American team of amateur collegiate hockey players defeated the Russian   more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Rep. Joseph Neguse, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * VIDEO: Rep. Neguse Joins Ally and Melissa Tumblin to Introduce "Ally's Act," Legislation to Expand Coverage for Specialized Hearing Devices * Washington, D.C. -- Colorado Congressman Joe Neguse has once again teamed up with Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) to introduce "Ally's Act," a bipartisan bill that would ensure private insurance companies cover osseointegrated hearing devices ("OIDs"), includ  more