The Colorado Recovery Plan
This month the Governor’s office, along with House and Senate leadership from both parties, issued…
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COVID-19 and Organized Sports
With COVID-19 numbers on the decline, many people — especially high school and collegiate athletes…
Missing the Stock Show? Learn About Livestock, Virtually
The National Western Stock Show is one of Colorado’s oldest traditions. This January would have…
Start of the 2021 Legislative Session
In Colorado, the second Wednesday in January traditionally marks the convening of the State Legislature,…
COVID-19 Vaccine Information from the State of Colorado
The State of Colorado is currently planning for the distribution of the new COVID-19 vaccine….
Special Legislative Session Starts November 30
This year a special session of the Legislature has been called to deal with issues…
Schools and COVID-19: In-Person, Remote, or Hybrid?
As cases continue to rise and many Colorado counties have been moved to a stricter…
How is COVID-19 Affecting Our State?
The State Demography Office recently held their annual Demography Summit, which explores data and trends…
COVID-19 Map Series from the State Demography Office
Looking for demographic information on COVID-19 in Colorado? The State Demography Office has put together…
Finding a Job During COVID-19
If you’re one of the many Coloradans either out of work or looking for a…
Watch Out for Unemployment Fraud
High numbers of people filing unemployment insurance claims has led to increased fraud and identity…
Economic Downturns and Unemployment in Colorado
Colorado has weathered many economic crises, from the Panic of 1893 to the Great Recession…
Where to Find State Budget Information
With the perilous economic situation brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the State of Colorado’s…
April is Stress Awareness Month
Perhaps appropriately, given the times we find ourselves in, the month of April is recognized…
New Resources on Federal and State Laws Pertaining to COVID-19
Several new memos and Issue Briefs have recently been released by Colorado Legislative Council Staff…
Tips for Avoiding Scams Related to COVID-19
In these troubling times, most of us have come together to (at least virtually!) support…
Face Masks and Virus Protection
Can a face mask protect you from coronavirus? Lately there have been many arguments over…
How Gunnison Dealt with the 1918 Spanish Flu Pandemic
The year was 1918 and the Spanish Flu pandemic was in full swing. The disease…