Press Releases

State of Colorado and Taiwan Sign International Agreement to Boost Quantum, Photonics, Precision Agriculture and Semiconductors

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

DENVER – Today, at the Colorado State Capitol, Governor Jared Polis and the Director General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office, Debby Huang, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Colorado and Taiwan to strengthen the partnership between the two regions and boost opportunities in critical and emerging technologies, including quantum, photonics, precision agriculture and semiconductors. The MOU grew out of an investment mission to Taiwan in 2024, led by Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera.
Governor Polis Announces Sodern America Aerospace Expansion in Douglas County

Monday, February 2, 2026

DENVER – Governor Jared Polis and the Global Business Development Division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), announced today that Sodern America, a space equipment manufacturer and a global leader in satellite defense and communications technologies, has selected Colorado for its U.S. expansion.
Governor Polis Calls for Federal Action to Support Freedom in Light of the Hemani Case

Monday, February 2, 2026

DENVER - Today, Colorado Governor Jared Polis called for federal action to support freedom and Coloradans’ rights to be responsible gun owners and responsible marijuana users at the same time. The U.S. v. Hemani case before the United States Supreme Court addresses a federal law prohibiting firearm possession for users of controlled substances, which still includes marijuana. For years, the Governor has called for the rescheduling of marijuana and he continues to urge the administration to stop dragging its feet and interfering with Coloradans’ Constitutional rights.
Colorado Challenges Department of Energy’s Unlawful 202(c) Order Requiring Craig Unit 1 Coal Plant to Stay Open

Friday, January 30, 2026

DENVER - The State of Colorado formally appealed the U.S. Department of Energy’s 202(c) order to keep the Craig Unit 1 coal plant available for operation on Wednesday. The plant, which was slated for retirement on Dec. 31, 2025, was inoperable due to damage and the decision to keep it open requires extensive costs — without improving grid electric reliability.
Governor Polis Announces Staff Updates

Friday, January 30, 2026

DENVER - Governor Polis announced updates to his communications staff today. Gov. Polis announced that effective February 6, Conor Cahill will be stepping down as Communications Director. Cahill has served on the Governor’s communications team since his first term, beginning in 2019.
Governor Polis Attends Colorado River Discussions with Interior Secretary and Western Governors

Friday, January 30, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Governor Jared Polis joined in a historic meeting between the U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary, Doug Burgam, and fellow Upper Basin Governors Spencer Cox (R-Utah), Mark Gordon (R-Wyo.), Michelle Lujan Grisham (D-N.M.), along with the Governors or representatives of Arizona, California, and Nevada.
Lt. Governor Primavera, as Acting Governor, Issues a Verbal Disaster Declaration for Avian Flu Outbreak in Weld County

Friday, January 30, 2026

DENVER - Last night, Lt. Governor Primavera, as acting Governor while Governor Polis is in Washington D.C. to attend the Colorado River negotiation meeting, issued a verbal disaster declaration for an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Weld County. The disaster declaration was made in coordination with Governor Polis.
Colorado Committed to Solutions Ahead of Colorado River Talks

Thursday, January 29, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Governor Polis released the following statement ahead of a meeting between Western governors and federal officials on the Colorado River.
Department of Local Affairs Announces New Incentive to Fast-Track More Housing Coloradans Can Afford

Thursday, January 29, 2026

STATEWIDE – The Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) announced new available incentive funding for local governments implementing an expedited review process (Fast Track) for more housing Coloradans can afford six months ahead of the statutory deadline.
Colorado Welcomes Delegation from Japan, Showcases Leadership in Photonics, Quantum, and Semiconductors

Thursday, January 29, 2026

DENVER – This week, the Global Business Development division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) welcomed a delegation of business and economic development leaders from Japan. Led by the Japan External Trade Organization and supported by the Japan America Society of Colorado, the three-day visit showcased Colorado’s photonics, semiconductor, and quantum sectors to business leaders interested in expanding in the state.