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Gail Schwartz posts 2012 Legislative Session accomplishments(0)
This year’s legislative session has come to an end…again! Although the last day of the 2012 session was May 9th, with the extra three days of the “special session” the legislature officially adjourned this past Wednesday, May 16th. We all welcomed the end of session and the Senate Democrats were proud to look back on our legislative accomplishments focused on Colorado’s economic recovery through a host of jobs bills in our ‘Colorado Works’ initiative.
Governor Signs Newell Bill to Boost Colorado’s Film Industry(0)
Under the Film Production Activities in Colorado Act, an in-state production company’s local expenditures must be at least $100,000 and an out-of-state company must spend at least $1 million to qualify for the performance-based incentive program. In addition, 50 percent of the jobs must be filled by Colorado residents, an increase over the existing 25 percent requirement.
League of American Bicyclists needs you to email your Congressmen(0)
Ask Your Member of Congress to Protect Funding in the Transportation Bill for sidewalks and safe biking routes.
Senator Newell Continues Effort to Boost Colorado’s Film Industry(0)
The combination of diverse and scenic landscapes, the availability of experienced film crews, and an existing infrastructure make Colorado a desirable state for film production. More than 400 films have been filmed in the state, including feature films like Mr. & Mrs. Smith, Catch and Release, True Grit and City Slickers. However, incentive programs in other states have lured movie production to other regions in recent years.
Governor Signs Bipartisan Electronic Recycling Jobs Act Today(0)
As Earth Day approaches on Sunday, April 22, Governor John Hickenlooper today signed into law the bipartisan Electronic Recycling Jobs Act. Senate Bill 133, sponsored by Senator Gail Schwartz (D-Snowmass) and Representative Don Coram (R-Montrose), will protect groundwater and create an estimated 2,500 recycling jobs by ensuring that used electronics are recycled rather than dumped in landfills.
Udall Launches Community Conversations about Wilderness, Jobs(1)
Mark Udall announced that he is embarking on a series of collaborative, community-driven discussions about whether to create wilderness and national monument designations in two areas of the state – the Central Mountains (Summit, Eagle and Pitkin counties) and Browns Canyon (Chaffee County).
Senate Passes Bill to Make it Easier for Military Men and Women Serving Abroad to Purchase Homes(0)
Many citizens in the military have been unable to qualify for certain loans to purchase homes because of an existing requirement that they take up residence of the property within 60 days. Senate Bill 141 makes certain that qualified loan applicants deployed in other countries aren’t denied a home loan as long as they declare intent to take possession of the property as soon as possible.
Colorado legislation creates new business database app(0)
DENVER – Today, the Senate approved Senate Bill 143, sponsored by Senator Morgan Carroll (D-Aurora), to connect Colorado businesses with customers. This legislation creates the electronic “Colorado Local Business Database and Smartphone App” which will allow citizens to search for local businesses and provide a forum for those businesses to market their products or services.
Senate Passes Colorado Entrepreneur Act Today(0)
Today, the Senate approved SB 58, the Colorado Entrepreneur Act sponsored by Senator Rollie Heath (D-Boulder). This legislation works to help Colorado increase the availability of venture capital to generate new businesses and jobs at existing businesses.
New Film Jobs Bill Focuses on Giving the Movie Industry a Boost in Colorado(0)
Today, the bipartisan Film Production Activities in Colorado Act, sponsored by Senator Linda Newell (D-Littleton) and Representative Tom Massey (R-Poncha Springs) was introduced in the House of Representatives to create new jobs in the Colorado film industry. This bill is part of the Senate Majority’s “Colorado Works Jobs Package,” a series of bills focused on continued job creation and economic growth in the state.
Local Foods, Local Jobs Act Passes the Senate Today(2)
The Local Foods, Local Jobs Act supports local, small-scale growers and producers by creating alternative methods for them to sell homemade, value added goods. This legislation will allow small growers to sell their products directly to consumers, jump starting local economies and increasing the availability of healthy, locally grown foods.
Colorado moves toward official “Spaceport” designation(1)
The Senate Judiciary Committee passed Senate Bill 35, The Colorado Aerospace Jobs Act sponsored by Senator Mary Hodge (D-Brighton). This legislation will help further establish Colorado as a leader in the aerospace industry, allowing the state to compete with other states in the development of commercial space flight.
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