Dear Neighbor, Happy February! We are a little over a month into the second legislative session of the 118th Congress, and our priority to put people over politics remains steadfast. Advancing Drought Preparedness Legislation Through Congress As Co-Chair of the Colorado River Caucus and the proud representative for the headwaters of the Colorado River – located in our very own Rocky Mountain National Park – I am committed to protecting this critical water lifeline. And this week, I was proud to have my bill, the Bipartisan Drought Preparedness Act, pass swiftly and unanimously through the House of Representatives. The Drought Preparedness Act will help provide Colorado with every tool possible to mitigate the impacts of the crisis facing the Colorado River. It will also work to minimize drought damages and losses and improve water availability for those harmed by water shortages in the West. Our office will continue to fight to ensure that key drought relief initiatives have the support needed to relieve Coloradans and folks across the Rocky Mountain West.
Dear Neighbor, Happy February! We are a little over a month into the second legislative session of the 118th Congress, and our priority to put people over politics remains steadfast. Advancing Drought Preparedness Legislation Through Congress As Co-Chair of the Colorado River Caucus and the proud representative for the headwaters of the Colorado River – located in our very own Rocky Mountain National Park – I am committed to protecting this critical water lifeline. And this week, I was proud to have my bill, the Bipartisan Drought Preparedness Act, pass swiftly and unanimously through the House of Representatives.
The Drought Preparedness Act will help provide Colorado with every tool possible to mitigate the impacts of the crisis facing the Colorado River. It will also work to minimize drought damages and losses and improve water availability for those harmed by water shortages in the West.
Our office will continue to fight to ensure that key drought relief initiatives have the support needed to relieve Coloradans and folks across the Rocky Mountain West. | Pictured Above: Congressman Neguse, whose district includes the headwaters of the Colorado River, took to the House Floor to speak in support of his bill on Monday evening. Watch the full clip HERE. | New! Introducing Our Bill To Protect Water Resources After Wildfires
Across the West, our communities continue to grapple with devastating wildfires. These wildfires put watersheds and drinking water supplies at risk for many of our communities. To help communities and water users protect their water supply after natural disasters, I was proud to join lawmakers from Colorado and Utah in introducing the bipartisan Watershed Protection and Forest Recovery Act. Our bill helps ensure that essential federal resources are available to help communities manage watershed risks following devastating wildfires.
Keep reading to learn more about our recent work!
| - Last Thursday, the RMMA hosted a Community Noise Roundtable Meeting and announced that they will pursue a Part 150 study or Airport Noise Compatibility Planning agreement, which I implored them to do in a letter to the FAA and the airport last fall. Read that letter HERE.
- Colorado's population has nearly doubled since the last time a seat was added to our Federal district courts. I introduced the bipartisan Rocky Mountain Judgeship Act to help address caseload backlogs and ensure fair legal representation for folks in Northern Colorado. Read more HERE.
- For years I've worked to enact the American Climate Corps, and I was honored to speak at the White House's inaugural ACC listening session! This is an exciting opportunity for a new generation of Americans to help conservation and reforestation efforts and to help build our clean energy economy.
- I'm honored to have received a 100+ score on the Humane Society Legislative Fund's 2023 Humane Scorecard. From the Endangered Species Act to legislation that protects animals from cruelty, I will always push for animal protection and wildlife preservation.
- Thanks to a tremendous $4.9 million federal investment, Boulder County will soon be able to increase public access to electric vehicle charging stations. The historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law continues to deliver for our communities. Read more HERE.
| - This month, we will be hosting mobile office hours across Colorado's 2nd Congressional District with staff members to assist and support constituents in navigating issues they may be having with a federal agency (IRS, SSA, VA, etc). If you are interested, please fill out this form to sign up for a 15-minute appointment slot with a member of our team.
- Every year, our office presents the annual Gloria T. Tanner Congressional Award to a Coloradan who demonstrates a record of leadership and outstanding community service, as Senator Tanner did throughout her distinguished career. If someone comes to mind, I hope you can nominate them by February 12 HERE.
Should you need any assistance from our office, please do not hesitate to reach out. Please stay safe, stay healthy, and stay hopeful! Sincerely, | | | | Joe Neguse Member of Congress | | | |
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