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Hello everyone,
It was a busy week in Washington. Earlier in the week, we introduced two pieces of bipartisan legislation –– one to help Coloradans safeguard their homes and businesses from wildfires and floods, and another to incent nearly 20 plants in Colorado to reduce carbon pollution.
After a long night in the Senate, I was proud to vote in favor of creating a commission to investigate the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. It is shameful that many of my Republican colleagues, paralyzed by Donald Trump, blocked the commission –– putting partisanship above all else. We must stand for the truth, for common sense, and on behalf of keeping our democracy intact.
I’m looking forward to spending time in Colorado for the week. Today, I’ll be joining Mayor Mike Coffman and Representative Jason Crow at the annual Colorado Remembers event in Aurora to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
As always, if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact our office. We look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Michael
P.S. Mental Health Awareness Month is coming to a close, but you can reach out for help at any time. If you are in crisis or know someone who is, call 1-844-493-8255 or text “TALK” to 38255. Visit the Colorado Crisis Center for additional resources.
FINDING BIPARTISAN SOLUTIONS TO CLIMATE CHANGE
Coloradans know climate change isn’t a future condition –– it’s here now. That’s why I introduced two bipartisan bills this week to help address climate change and prepare for natural disasters.
Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy and I reintroduced the Shelter Act to encourage Americans to protect their homes or businesses against natural disasters such as wildfires, hurricanes, tornados, floods, and drought that are increasing in severity because of climate change. Earlier this month, I visited Lyons, Colorado, where I met with Connie and Neil Sullivan, owners of St. Vrain Market and Spirit Hound Distillery, who are considering improvements to their businesses after Lyons was hit hard by floods in 2013. I also stopped by the home of Ken Feldman and Gayle Gordon, who spent thousands to prepare their home for potential disasters. The Shelter Act would help with these costs.
(Connie and Neil Sullivan in Lyons, Colorado)
Reducing carbon pollution while creating good-paying jobs is something Democrats, Republicans, labor unions, industry, and environmentalists can all get behind. That’s why Ohio Senator Rob Portman and I introduced legislation this week to help reduce carbon pollution by making it more cost effective to invest in carbon capture equipment as well as direct air capture projects. This is a significant step to ensure we are boosting Colorado's clean energy economy, rewarding innovation, and keeping our air clean while addressing the threat of climate change.
INVESTIGATING THE JANUARY 6 ATTACK ON OUR CAPITOL
January 6 was one of the darkest days in American history, and it is critical that the American people know the full extent of what happened. Yesterday, I spoke on the Senate floor to implore my colleagues to pass legislation to establish a commission to investigate the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. This was a time for Congress to stand up for the truth, common sense, and our exercise in self-government –– yet many of my Republican colleagues demonstrated an utter lack of courage, and blocked the commission. Watch my full speech here.
(Speaking on the Senate Floor)
CELEBRATING THE AAPI COMMUNITY
Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month is coming to a close. Earlier this month, I stopped by the Far East Center in Denver with my friend, Colorado Senator John Hickenlooper. I encourage everyone to support your local AAPI-owned businesses!
(Viet’s Restaurant in the Far East Center)
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