House Democrats in the News
Democrats in the House are working hard on your behalf. Take a look at some of the news they're making around town and around the state.
Tuesday May 2, 2006
Embryonic Stem Cell Research Funding Passes House
by Danie Harrelson in the Grand Junction Sentinel
Health care reform bill gets nod
Senate Bill 208 would create a blue ribbon commission to study and create reforms that would expand health care coverage and decrease costs for Colorado residents.
by Amy Fletcher in The Denver Business Journal
Owens signs immigration measure
Officers now must contact ICE if they believe a suspect is in country illegally.
by John Fryar in The Daily Times-Call
Rep. Buescher to Chair Joint Budget Committee
Buescher’s proven budget leadership will be valuable to both parties in future budget negotiations.
Grand Junction Sentinel editorial
State Lawmakers Working Hard, Doing Good
Action on public employee pensions, condemnation of private property and a state rainy-day fund would be a good finale to a productive session.
Denver Post editorial
Water quality, State Fair bills still pending
by Tom McAvoy in The Chieftain
Owens signs $16.5 billion state budget
by Rocky Mountain News Staff And Wire Reports
<Previous Article Current Press Page Next Article>
Press Archive
Representative Green is a medical social worker and a grandmother of 9. Her top legislative priority is accessible, affordable health care. She lives in Golden.
Representative Benefield is the vice chair of the Finance Committee. As a former small business owner, her legislative priorities include revitalizing business opportunities and jobs for Coloradans. Debbie lives in Arvada. 
Representative Gagliardi is a licensed practical nurse and formerly served as a union steward for SEIU Local #105. Her legislative priorities include making sure medical decisions are in the hands of doctors and patients, not insurance companies.