Governor calls special session of General Assembly

Thursday, Nov. 19, Gov. Jared Polis shared specifics of the scope of the special session of the 72nd General Assembly, scheduled to commence Monday, Nov. 30, at 10 a.m.

“We are living in a moment of unprecedented urgency,” said Polis.“We will act to support our small businesses who face challenging months ahead, provide relief to hardworking people, support child care, and improve broadband access for students and educators. I thank legislative leadership for their support and collaboration during this challenging time for our state.”

Earlier last week, the governor and legislative leadership announced they would take up critical legislation that will help Colorado families and small businesses during the challenging winter months ahead.

“We have a responsibility to do everything we can to help our state recover from this pandemic, but if we don’t act now, more businesses will close and families may lose their homes,” said Speaker K.C. Becker, D-Boulder. “Colorado restaurants, families and communities can’t wait any longer for additional federal aid. Our stimulus package will deliver relief for Colorado’s restaurants, help parents find safe child care options, and provide direct assistance for Coloradans who are struggling to pay their rent or mortgage.”

“The COVID-19 pandemic has taken an enormous toll on our community — draining our resources, isolating us from the people we love and destroying our businesses that took years to create. But unfortunately, this relentless disease isn’t letting up any time soon. We need a stimulus package to carry us through the winter and alleviate the unimaginable burden weighing on so many Coloradans,” said Senate President Leroy Garcia, D-Pueblo. “I am incredibly proud of the unity and urgency our state leadership has shown in calling this special session, and I look forward to the work we will be able to do on behalf of Colorado.”

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