White House
President Biden issued a landmark Executive Order to ensure that America leads the way in seizing the promise and managing the risks of artificial intelligence (AI). The Executive Order establishes new standards for AI safety and security, protects Americans’ privacy, advances equity and civil rights, stands up for consumers and workers, promotes innovation and competition, advances American leadership around the world, and more. As part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s comprehensive strategy for responsible innovation, the Executive Order builds on previous actions the President has taken, including work that led to voluntary commitments from 15 leading companies to drive safe, secure, and trustworthy development of AI.
Colorado Governor
Governor Polis issued two Executive Orders affirming verbal action taken in response to the Iron Fire in Moffat County and an incident in Fremont County. The first Executive Order issued by the Governor affirms a verbal disaster declaration for the Iron Fire in Moffat County on September 30, 2023. The Executive Order allocates funds for costs associated with the State’s fire suppression, response, consequence management, statewide hazard mitigation, and recovery efforts. As of October 9, 2023, the fire has been fully contained.
Denver Mayor
Mayor Mike Johnston officially announced the remaining appointments of the communications team within the Mayor’s Office. Jordan Fuja, Press Secretary, focuses on establishing relationships with media outlets to share achievements and information about Mayoral objectives efficiently and effectively to the media. Jose Salas, Deputy Director of Communications, establishes, guides and develops strategic and crisis communications for the Mayor’s Office; Erin Powell, Deputy Communications Director of Digital Media, will help set the tone for the administration’s digital messaging and portraying the City and County of Denver’s values. “We believe an informed community is an engaged community,” Mayor Mike Johnston said.
