White House
President Biden’s Proclamation on National Ocean Month: “From the air we breathe to the food we eat, our magnificent ocean touches every aspect of our lives. It helps regulate the climate, supports millions of jobs, and serves as a place for exploration, commerce, and recreation. As it sustains and connects us, the ocean is woven into the cultures of local and Indigenous coastal and island communities. During National Ocean Month, we celebrate the beauty and bounty of our ocean and reaffirm our commitment to protecting and conserving our marine environments for a sustainable future.”
Colorado Governor
Governor Polis signed a new law that protects Colorado workers’ right to speak out about workplace health and safety concerns without fear of retaliation or reprisal from their boss. This law extends the retaliation protections that Colorado created for workers speaking out about Covid-19 issues in the workplace. The law also allows workers to wear personal protective equipment without fear of discrimination and requires employers to notify employees of their rights.
Denver Mayor
Mayor Michael B. Hancock statement on the passage of HB22-1326: “Fentanyl is a deadly poison that is killing people in our community. Following passage of the 2019 law we saw a sharp spike in overdose deaths and drug-related crime, and that is why we called for corrections, particularly around felony possession. Whether the new legislation will have a positive impact to secure these goals remains to be seen, but we are hopeful it will, and if additional changes to the law are needed, we will push for them in the next Legislative Session.”
