I'm glad to have helped secure over $60 million in funding through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to help communities across Colorado invest in zero- or low-emission buses and bus infrastructure.
This funding will build on our work to help make Colorado's public transit system cleaner.
This funding will build on our work to help make Colorado's public transit system cleaner.
Bennet, Hickenlooper Celebrate Over $60 Million for Colorado Transportation Projects - U.S. Senator Michael Bennet
Denver — Colorado U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper welcomed over $60 million for thirteen Colorado projects from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Buses & Bus Facilities ...
www.bennet.senate.gov
November 25, 2025 at 6:42 PM
I'm glad to have helped secure over $60 million in funding through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to help communities across Colorado invest in zero- or low-emission buses and bus infrastructure.
This funding will build on our work to help make Colorado's public transit system cleaner.
This funding will build on our work to help make Colorado's public transit system cleaner.
Federal law requires furloughed workers be granted backpay.
Seasonal employees across our national parks were asked to stay available during the federal government shutdown. It is not only against the law to refuse to pay them, it is cruel.
Seasonal employees across our national parks were asked to stay available during the federal government shutdown. It is not only against the law to refuse to pay them, it is cruel.
Some Park Rangers Are Still Owed Pay After the Shutdown
www.nytimes.com
November 25, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Federal law requires furloughed workers be granted backpay.
Seasonal employees across our national parks were asked to stay available during the federal government shutdown. It is not only against the law to refuse to pay them, it is cruel.
Seasonal employees across our national parks were asked to stay available during the federal government shutdown. It is not only against the law to refuse to pay them, it is cruel.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, a landmark civil rights law that guarantees all students have equal access to education. (1/2)
November 23, 2025 at 5:20 PM
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, a landmark civil rights law that guarantees all students have equal access to education. (1/2)
Colorado continues to cement itself as a national hub for innovation, now with the world’s largest hyperloop testing track in Pueblo.
I was excited to celebrate this unveiling with Pueblo leaders and see firsthand the work Swisspod is doing to advance Colorado’s transportation technology.
I was excited to celebrate this unveiling with Pueblo leaders and see firsthand the work Swisspod is doing to advance Colorado’s transportation technology.
November 22, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Colorado continues to cement itself as a national hub for innovation, now with the world’s largest hyperloop testing track in Pueblo.
I was excited to celebrate this unveiling with Pueblo leaders and see firsthand the work Swisspod is doing to advance Colorado’s transportation technology.
I was excited to celebrate this unveiling with Pueblo leaders and see firsthand the work Swisspod is doing to advance Colorado’s transportation technology.
Rural Coloradans face enormous challenges to access quality health care.
I’m glad the Senate passed my bipartisan resolution establishing National Rural Health Day to shine a light on the barriers they face and our commitment to improve access to the care Coloradans need.
I’m glad the Senate passed my bipartisan resolution establishing National Rural Health Day to shine a light on the barriers they face and our commitment to improve access to the care Coloradans need.
November 21, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Rural Coloradans face enormous challenges to access quality health care.
I’m glad the Senate passed my bipartisan resolution establishing National Rural Health Day to shine a light on the barriers they face and our commitment to improve access to the care Coloradans need.
I’m glad the Senate passed my bipartisan resolution establishing National Rural Health Day to shine a light on the barriers they face and our commitment to improve access to the care Coloradans need.
Putin’s aggression won't stop in Ukraine, as he tests NATO's defenses by sending drones and fighter jets across the alliance’s eastern flank borders.
That’s why I’m pushing for the U.S. to work hand-in-hand with our allies to strengthen their air defenses and defend every inch of NATO territory.
That’s why I’m pushing for the U.S. to work hand-in-hand with our allies to strengthen their air defenses and defend every inch of NATO territory.
NATO’s Hill allies are kicking into gear
NATO’s defenders on Capitol Hill aren’t planning to let the Trump administration diminish U.S. support for the transatlantic alliance without a fight — even as the Pentagon moves to draw down U.S. tro...
www.politico.com
November 21, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Putin’s aggression won't stop in Ukraine, as he tests NATO's defenses by sending drones and fighter jets across the alliance’s eastern flank borders.
That’s why I’m pushing for the U.S. to work hand-in-hand with our allies to strengthen their air defenses and defend every inch of NATO territory.
That’s why I’m pushing for the U.S. to work hand-in-hand with our allies to strengthen their air defenses and defend every inch of NATO territory.
As President Trump scrambles to stop skyrocketing grocery prices caused by his tariffs, families and businesses have been paying the bill.
His incoherent trade policies have only hurt our economy and working Americans' budgets, and he must end them now.
His incoherent trade policies have only hurt our economy and working Americans' budgets, and he must end them now.
Trump cuts more tariffs with eye toward grocery prices
The White House already slashed tariffs on other global food imports last week as it works to lower grocery prices.
www.politico.com
November 21, 2025 at 4:58 PM
As President Trump scrambles to stop skyrocketing grocery prices caused by his tariffs, families and businesses have been paying the bill.
His incoherent trade policies have only hurt our economy and working Americans' budgets, and he must end them now.
His incoherent trade policies have only hurt our economy and working Americans' budgets, and he must end them now.
These are symbols of racism, anti-semitism, and violence. There's no spin that can deny that fact.
The American people and those who proudly represent us in the Coast Guard’s uniform deserve far better. This decision should be reversed immediately.
The American people and those who proudly represent us in the Coast Guard’s uniform deserve far better. This decision should be reversed immediately.
U.S. Coast Guard will no longer classify swastikas, nooses as hate symbols
The military service, which falls under the Department of Homeland Security, has drafted a new policy that classifies such items “potentially divisive.”
www.washingtonpost.com
November 21, 2025 at 3:04 AM
These are symbols of racism, anti-semitism, and violence. There's no spin that can deny that fact.
The American people and those who proudly represent us in the Coast Guard’s uniform deserve far better. This decision should be reversed immediately.
The American people and those who proudly represent us in the Coast Guard’s uniform deserve far better. This decision should be reversed immediately.
My statement on the Colorado Water Conservation Board's approval of the Shoshone project's instream flow.
November 20, 2025 at 8:05 PM
My statement on the Colorado Water Conservation Board's approval of the Shoshone project's instream flow.
Donald Trump’s urging of violence and the execution of political opponents, including my friend Representative Jason Crow, has no place in our democracy or in our political debate.
This is dangerous language that every American should renounce.
This is dangerous language that every American should renounce.
November 20, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Donald Trump’s urging of violence and the execution of political opponents, including my friend Representative Jason Crow, has no place in our democracy or in our political debate.
This is dangerous language that every American should renounce.
This is dangerous language that every American should renounce.
After last month’s flooding devastated SW Colorado communities, I led Colorado's delegation in a bipartisan push for President Trump to declare a Major Disaster and deliver the resources they need to recover.
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Lawmakers show bipartisan support for disaster declaration in Southwest Colorado
Colorado’s U.S. senators and all eight members of its congressional delegation have signed a letter urging President Donald Trump to approve Gov. Jared Polis’ request for a Presidential Major Disaster...
www.durangoherald.com
November 20, 2025 at 4:53 PM
After last month’s flooding devastated SW Colorado communities, I led Colorado's delegation in a bipartisan push for President Trump to declare a Major Disaster and deliver the resources they need to recover.
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Coloradans are facing up to 400% or more in increased monthly premiums if we don’t act now and extend ACA tax credits.
This will extend a critical lifeline to families, but it won’t be enough.
We must fix our broken health care system and ensure every family has access to affordable care.
This will extend a critical lifeline to families, but it won’t be enough.
We must fix our broken health care system and ensure every family has access to affordable care.
November 19, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Coloradans are facing up to 400% or more in increased monthly premiums if we don’t act now and extend ACA tax credits.
This will extend a critical lifeline to families, but it won’t be enough.
We must fix our broken health care system and ensure every family has access to affordable care.
This will extend a critical lifeline to families, but it won’t be enough.
We must fix our broken health care system and ensure every family has access to affordable care.
Beef prices are high enough, and President Trump’s tariff policies have only driven them higher.
Instead of inflicting skyrocketing costs on Colorado’s ranchers, families, and businesses, Trump should continue to undo the damage of his incoherent trade war and bring it to an end.
Instead of inflicting skyrocketing costs on Colorado’s ranchers, families, and businesses, Trump should continue to undo the damage of his incoherent trade war and bring it to an end.
Commentary: Why are beef prices so high? Blame tariffs, drought and a disgusting parasite
The Trump administration blames immigrants for high beef prices, but that's not the truth.
www.latimes.com
November 19, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Beef prices are high enough, and President Trump’s tariff policies have only driven them higher.
Instead of inflicting skyrocketing costs on Colorado’s ranchers, families, and businesses, Trump should continue to undo the damage of his incoherent trade war and bring it to an end.
Instead of inflicting skyrocketing costs on Colorado’s ranchers, families, and businesses, Trump should continue to undo the damage of his incoherent trade war and bring it to an end.
3 years ago, the horrific shooting at Club Q targeted the LGBTQ+ community, leaving 5 Coloradans dead, 19 injured, & countless lives shattered.
Today, I reintroduced my resolution to honor the victims of this tragedy. I remain committed to standing up against hate & ending senseless gun violence.
Today, I reintroduced my resolution to honor the victims of this tragedy. I remain committed to standing up against hate & ending senseless gun violence.
November 19, 2025 at 5:16 PM
3 years ago, the horrific shooting at Club Q targeted the LGBTQ+ community, leaving 5 Coloradans dead, 19 injured, & countless lives shattered.
Today, I reintroduced my resolution to honor the victims of this tragedy. I remain committed to standing up against hate & ending senseless gun violence.
Today, I reintroduced my resolution to honor the victims of this tragedy. I remain committed to standing up against hate & ending senseless gun violence.
With overwhelming support, Congress has done its job to advance legislation that requires the Department of Justice to release the Epstein files.
Trump must sign the bill once it gets to his desk. The American people deserve the truth, and the victims deserve long-overdue justice.
Trump must sign the bill once it gets to his desk. The American people deserve the truth, and the victims deserve long-overdue justice.
November 19, 2025 at 1:12 AM
With overwhelming support, Congress has done its job to advance legislation that requires the Department of Justice to release the Epstein files.
Trump must sign the bill once it gets to his desk. The American people deserve the truth, and the victims deserve long-overdue justice.
Trump must sign the bill once it gets to his desk. The American people deserve the truth, and the victims deserve long-overdue justice.
Homelessness in Colorado is a crisis we can't ignore. We must build on our progress to stabilize our communities and keep people off the streets.
That’s why I joined my colleagues to demand the Trump Administration deliver available funds and ensure Colorado can continue combating homelessness.
That’s why I joined my colleagues to demand the Trump Administration deliver available funds and ensure Colorado can continue combating homelessness.
Bennet, Murray, Warren, Gillibrand, Colleagues Call on Trump Administration to Immediately Halt Plans to Upend Key Homelessness Program - U.S. Senator Michael Bennet
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) joined U.S. Senators Patty Murray (D-Wash.), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), Tina Smith (D-Minn.), and 38 Senate Democ...
www.bennet.senate.gov
November 18, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Homelessness in Colorado is a crisis we can't ignore. We must build on our progress to stabilize our communities and keep people off the streets.
That’s why I joined my colleagues to demand the Trump Administration deliver available funds and ensure Colorado can continue combating homelessness.
That’s why I joined my colleagues to demand the Trump Administration deliver available funds and ensure Colorado can continue combating homelessness.
Instead of taking a wrecking ball to the Department of Education, President Trump should focus on building our public education system to prepare the next generation for the future.
This decision will do nothing to give students the high-quality education they deserve.
This decision will do nothing to give students the high-quality education they deserve.
Exclusive: The Education Department plans to move multiple parts of the agency to other federal departments, an unprecedented effort to dismantle an agency created by Congress to ensure all Americans have equal access to educational opportunity.
Trump administration to announce dismantling of much of Education Dept.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order in March seeking to close the department, but only Congress has the power to do that.
wapo.st
November 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Instead of taking a wrecking ball to the Department of Education, President Trump should focus on building our public education system to prepare the next generation for the future.
This decision will do nothing to give students the high-quality education they deserve.
This decision will do nothing to give students the high-quality education they deserve.
Frankie, a father in CO Springs, who relies on an ACA insurance plan to cover his family, is facing a $2197 increase to his monthly premiums.
After his wife lost her job earlier this year, Frankie & his family are now grappling with the possibility of losing their coverage entirely next year.
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After his wife lost her job earlier this year, Frankie & his family are now grappling with the possibility of losing their coverage entirely next year.
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November 17, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Frankie, a father in CO Springs, who relies on an ACA insurance plan to cover his family, is facing a $2197 increase to his monthly premiums.
After his wife lost her job earlier this year, Frankie & his family are now grappling with the possibility of losing their coverage entirely next year.
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After his wife lost her job earlier this year, Frankie & his family are now grappling with the possibility of losing their coverage entirely next year.
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President Trump can no longer ignore the fact that his incoherent trade war has led to skyrocketing food costs – while needlessly alienating key allies and partners.
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Trump Implements Major Rollback of Food Tariffs
The president moved to lower duties on beef, coffee and dozens of other goods, as he looks for ways to address Americans’ concerns about the cost of living.
www.wsj.com
November 17, 2025 at 5:24 PM
President Trump can no longer ignore the fact that his incoherent trade war has led to skyrocketing food costs – while needlessly alienating key allies and partners.
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This Native American Heritage Month, we celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous peoples in Colorado and across the country.
Now is the time to recommit ourselves to including Indigenous voices in policy decisions and fighting for the needs of Tribal communities.
Now is the time to recommit ourselves to including Indigenous voices in policy decisions and fighting for the needs of Tribal communities.
November 16, 2025 at 5:11 PM
This Native American Heritage Month, we celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous peoples in Colorado and across the country.
Now is the time to recommit ourselves to including Indigenous voices in policy decisions and fighting for the needs of Tribal communities.
Now is the time to recommit ourselves to including Indigenous voices in policy decisions and fighting for the needs of Tribal communities.
It was a pleasure to meet with our Denver fall interns to thank them for their hard work and hear their plans for the future.
Our office wouldn’t be the same without them, and I’m incredibly grateful for their dedication throughout the government shutdown.
Our office wouldn’t be the same without them, and I’m incredibly grateful for their dedication throughout the government shutdown.
November 15, 2025 at 6:47 PM
It was a pleasure to meet with our Denver fall interns to thank them for their hard work and hear their plans for the future.
Our office wouldn’t be the same without them, and I’m incredibly grateful for their dedication throughout the government shutdown.
Our office wouldn’t be the same without them, and I’m incredibly grateful for their dedication throughout the government shutdown.
I’m glad to see the Colorado State Land Board approve the transfer of 46,000 acres near La Jara to the Bureau of Land Management and Forest Service using the Land and Water Conservation Fund.
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Colorado State Land Board approves La Jara Basin sale, reversing a possible plan to cancel the 9-year deal
The $50M sale of 46,000-acre basin in San Luis Valley to the feds followed concern over Trump administration protection of public land
coloradosun.com
November 15, 2025 at 3:19 PM
I’m glad to see the Colorado State Land Board approve the transfer of 46,000 acres near La Jara to the Bureau of Land Management and Forest Service using the Land and Water Conservation Fund.
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Colorado families are already struggling to get by as the costs of childcare, rent, and groceries continue to skyrocket.
The least we could do is make things a little bit easier and extend the ACA tax credits that make their health insurance more affordable.
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The least we could do is make things a little bit easier and extend the ACA tax credits that make their health insurance more affordable.
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November 14, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Colorado families are already struggling to get by as the costs of childcare, rent, and groceries continue to skyrocket.
The least we could do is make things a little bit easier and extend the ACA tax credits that make their health insurance more affordable.
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The least we could do is make things a little bit easier and extend the ACA tax credits that make their health insurance more affordable.
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I’m proud to stand with @sbworkersunited.org and Starbucks employees across the country as they fight for fair pay, respect, and a voice on the job. No one serving our communities should struggle to make ends meet.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:49 PM
I’m proud to stand with @sbworkersunited.org and Starbucks employees across the country as they fight for fair pay, respect, and a voice on the job. No one serving our communities should struggle to make ends meet.
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Nearly 300,000 Coloradans face the real possibility of their monthly health care premiums doubling, tripling, or even quadrupling next year without the ACA tax credits Republicans have refused to extend.
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November 12, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Nearly 300,000 Coloradans face the real possibility of their monthly health care premiums doubling, tripling, or even quadrupling next year without the ACA tax credits Republicans have refused to extend.
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