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Bell Policy Center @bellpolicy.bsky.social · 13h

Such a shame that Colorado's bill prohibiting rent-setting algorithms was vetoed. #copolitics #coleg
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Newsom Signs Bill Banning Price-Setting Algorithms in California

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill updating antitrust laws to prohibit certain price-setting algorithms in California.

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The Colorado Sun ☀️ @coloradosun.com · 2d

These 14 Colorado cities aren’t complying with state housing laws. It could cost them $280M in grants.

Some of the cities that aren’t in compliance filed a lawsuit against the Polis administration earlier this year over its threat to withhold grant funding if they didn’t comply with the affordable...

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Senator Bernie Sanders @sanders.senate.gov · 7d

A new KFF study reports: 24 million Americans will see their health care premiums under the Affordable Care Act DOUBLE.

Further, 15 million people will be thrown off their health care entirely.

Unacceptable. We can’t subject millions of Americans to this unnecessary suffering.

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Bell Policy Center @bellpolicy.bsky.social · 7d

Save your spot! The @bellpolicy.bsky.social is holding a webinar from noon-1 p.m. on Oct. 22 to talk about Props LL and MM, which will be on your 2025 ballot. We'll also talk about some local child care funding questions in Colorado, and the need for a graduated income tax. Join us! bit.ly/4mWcXsk

Bell Policy Center @bellpolicy.bsky.social · 7d

On Aging Institute is holding a summit Oct. 28 on aging issues with a power-packed agenda and nearly 20 speakers — including @bellpolicy's Andrea Kuwik. For more information: bit.ly/4mO9Get

Bell Policy Center @bellpolicy.bsky.social · 8d

This rock star team moved two graduated income tax measures a step closer to the ballot. A graduated income tax would make our system fairer by increasing income taxes for the wealthy, & reducing taxes for 98% of Coloradans. It would enable Colorado to fund education, healthcare, child care & more.

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Bell Policy Center @bellpolicy.bsky.social · 8d

Great day doing great work with fabulous partners at the Colorado Title Board! From left: Lea Steed with Great Ed Colorado, Kiyana Newell with @neweracolorado.bsky.social, Caitlin Schneider with @coloradofiscal.bsky.social and Chris deGruy Kennedy with @bellpolicy.bsky.social. Go team!

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Bell Policy Center @bellpolicy.bsky.social · 8d

We're one step closer to getting a graduated income tax on the 2026 ballot so Colorado can make the wealthy pay their fair share. Bell Policy Center President & CEO Chris deGruy Kennedy tells you a little bit about what went down today. Onward! #copolitics #coleg bit.ly/46uJTmE

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Bud Michel @budgothmog44.bsky.social · 8d

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TODAY: Democrats Stand Tall for Lowering Americans’ Healthcare Costs

Today is not just another day in Washington.

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Bell Policy Center @bellpolicy.bsky.social · 10d

This is what happens when Medicaid funding is reduced -- the state reinstitutes prior authorizations for outpatient mental health care. #copolitics #coleg www.denverpost.com/2025/09/29/m...

Colorado to reinstate prior authorization for Medicaid patients’ therapy

Gov. Jared Polis ordered the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing to reinstate prior authorization for outpatient mental health care.

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Bell Policy Center @bellpolicy.bsky.social · 12d

Colorado again leads the way in the teacher pay penalty. What's that? It's the gap between weekly wages of teachers and college graduates working in other professions. This is one of the reasons Colorado needs a graduated income tax - to raise revenue so we can pay teachers fairly. bit.ly/46XBatk

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 13d

Georgia’s Medicaid work requirements program spent two times as much on administrative costs as on health care costs — while preventing thousands of eligible Georgians from accessing health care.

Say it with me: Medicaid work requirements don’t work. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzMqYttKv1c

Medicaid Work Requirements, Debunked

Robert Reich

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The Get More Smarter Podcast @getmoresmarter.com · 13d

The video version of our excellent interview with Christina Soliz of @neweracolorado.bsky.social and Chris deGruy Kennedy of @bellpolicy.bsky.social talking about the initiative to take on TABOR and get a progressive income tax in Colorado in 2026 is LIVE on YouTube! Go check it out!

A Progressive Income Tax in CO is Coming to a Ballot Near You | Get More Smarter BONUS INTERVIEW

YouTube video by The Get More Smarter Podcast

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Bell Policy Center @bellpolicy.bsky.social · 13d

A boon for economic development or a stain on the conscience of a rural Colorado town? This @motherjones.com piece explores opinions of Walsenberg residents as they contemplate the prospect of an immigration detention facility opening in their town. #copolitics www.motherjones.com/politics/202...

"Godsend" or "concentration camp"? A lucrative ICE deal divides a Colorado town.

Trump has unleashed a gold rush among private prison companies taking on immigration detention. In cash-strapped cities, residents aren’t sure the money is worth it.

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Bell Policy Center @bellpolicy.bsky.social · 14d

The Bell's 2025 Ballot Guide is done and posted! Every election season, Bell staff scrutinize statewide ballot issues and give you the facts and analysis you need to make informed decisions. Take a look! #copolitics bellpolicy.org/2025-ballot-...

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Bell Policy Center @bellpolicy.bsky.social · 15d

The Bell's Andrea Kuwik was on a panel that considered the impact of federal budget bill HR 1 and how it will reverberate across Colorado, especially for older adults and vulnerable communities. Thank you to the Colorado Center on Aging for convening this group. Read more: bit.ly/3IzKmdW

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Bell Policy Center @bellpolicy.bsky.social · 17d

Big takeaway from today's state revenue forecast: Increasing downside risks, including federal changes and uncertainty, are fueling the risk of recession. #copolitics #coleg

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Bell Policy Center @bellpolicy.bsky.social · 20d

The Bell Policy Center's Andrea Kuwik, Director of Policy and Research, will speak Monday about the impacts of federal budget actions on older Coloradans. Click here to learn more and join the conversation! bit.ly/46fzmvq

Join Monday's ACM for an Update on H.R.1: One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA)

Email from Colorado Center for Aging ACM starts Monday morning at 9:30 AM View as Webpage www.ColoradoCenterForAging.org Monday, 9/22: An Update on H.R.1: One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) Join us

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gainpower.bsky.social @gainpower.bsky.social · 22d

JOB ALERT! @bellpolicy.bsky.social is hiring a Research Intern. Please check it out on Jobsthatareleft.org and GAINPower.org. #NowHiring.
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Bell Policy Center, Research Intern

Denver, Colorado

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Bell Policy Center @bellpolicy.bsky.social · 23d

The Bell Policy Center is looking for a part-time research intern for a nine-month position. Check it out! bit.ly/46oWg2c

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Boulder County Democrats @bocodems.bsky.social · 24d

Some great news that may have gotten lost in the chaos last week.

Congratulations to our neighbors in New Mexico for passing universal childcare and saving families $12,000 a year!

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Bell Policy Center @bellpolicy.bsky.social · 24d

Are you a 50+ Coloradan who has some workforce or job market stories to tell? The state's Commission on Aging and some partners are all ears! Check out these four listening session opportunities and make your voice heard! bit.ly/3KlNwCy

Bell Policy Center @bellpolicy.bsky.social · 26d

@eviehudak.bsky.social Great to see you there, Evie!

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Bell Policy Center @bellpolicy.bsky.social · 27d

So wonderful to see so many of our supporters, friends, board members, and former staffers at our 25th anniversary event last night at the Denver Botanic Gardens! It was a magical evening! Thank you to everyone who came out to support us!

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Bell Policy Center @bellpolicy.bsky.social · Sep 4

Colorado needs funding for good schools, healthcare, childcare and more. Find out more here: bit.ly/482sgvr #coleg #copolitics

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