John Hickenlooper in 2013 Governor's State of the State speeches
On Budget & Economy:
Rebuild reserve fund after Great Recession
Rebuild reserve fund after Great Recession
Today, with an improving economy, we have the beginnings of a reserve fund and we should protect it. We are restoring funding for education--not enough to make up for the $1 billion shortfall we experienced in the Great Recession--but our steps are
Rebuild reserve fund after Great Recession
We expanded this engagement process with TBD Colorado. Coloradans told us that excessive red tape, including unnecessary and duplicative regulations were holding back job creation.
Source: 2013 Colorado State of the State address
Jan 10, 2013
On Civil Rights:
Let's pass civil unions!
Let's pass civil unions!
Some of us tried very hard, but it didn't get done last year. This year, let's do it. Let's pass civil unions!
Source: 2013 Colorado State of the State address
Jan 10, 2013
On Drugs:
Now it's legal, but keep marijuana out of the reach of kids
Now it's legal, but keep marijuana out of the reach of kids
Some other amendments passed in November... one on federal campaign finance reform... and another, for the life of me I can't remember the third one. Oh yeah, Amendment 64. [legalizing medical marijuana].
Now it's legal, but keep marijuana out of the reach of kids
We need to expand our DUI law to keep our highways safe from those driving while impaired, and we must put in place consumer and
Source: 2013 Colorado State of the State address
Jan 10, 2013
On Energy & Oil:
Colorado Energy Office: efficiency and renewables
Colorado Energy Office: efficiency and renewables
Many scientists believe that our severe drought, the bark beetle epidemic and the terrible fire season are further evidence of climate change. While no state can address the issue in isolation, reducing pollutants and promoting sustainable development,
Source: 2013 Colorado State of the State address
Jan 10, 2013
On Energy & Oil:
Innovative drilling technology for abundant natural gas
Innovative drilling technology for abundant natural gas
Colorado's economic welfare depends on how effective we are in developing all of our resources. Our physical welfare requires we protect public health and safety as we develop these resources. We can reduce carbon emissions, create good-paying jobs
Innovative drilling technology for abundant natural gas
communities to create agreements and oversee local inspections. What doesn't work is a patchwork of rules and regulations.Because of innovations in drilling technology, cheaper, abundant natural gas is helping to make America energy secure for the
Source: 2013 Colorado State of the State address
Jan 10, 2013
On Gun Control:
Keep guns out of the hands of mentally ill
Keep guns out of the hands of mentally ill
There are no easy solutions to addressing the difficult problem of gun violence and mental health. Some point to guns, others to a violent culture. Still others believe that the line between community security and individual freedom must be re-drawn.
Keep guns out of the hands of mentally ill
can find common ground in support of this proposition: Let's examine our laws and make the changes needed to keep guns out of the hands of dangerous people. It's not enough to prevent dangerous people from getting weapons. We have to do a better
Source: 2013 Colorado State of the State address
Jan 10, 2013
On Homeland Security:
Make hiring veterans a priority
Make hiring veterans a priority
Let's not forget our veterans and those on active duty. This week, we welcomed home 208 of our National Guard men and women.
Source: 2013 Colorado State of the State address
Jan 10, 2013
On Technology:
Bring antiquated budget & personnel systems to 21st century
Bring antiquated budget & personnel systems to 21st century
[We changed how] CDOT budgets for multi-year transportation projects. This is a better approach to budgeting that comes with an annual bump of $300 million for five years. This program provides a critical boost to the construction industry by directly
Bring antiquated budget & personnel systems to 21st century
25-year-old system, which means unemployed Coloradans will get their benefits faster and more quickly return to work.Two years ago, Colorado was caught in a bygone era with rules and procedures that made more sense back when we used electric
Source: 2013 Colorado State of the State address
Jan 10, 2013
On Welfare & Poverty:
One Congregation-One Family: churches mentor homeless
One Congregation-One Family: churches mentor homeless
Addressing our most serious challenges requires partnerships with our faith and non-profit communities. One Congregation-One Family is an example of a project with proven success in housing families and seniors who are homeless.
One Congregation-One Family: churches mentor homeless
We continue to work closely with religious and community partners in metro Denver to bring this successful program to Colorado Springs, Grand Junction, Fort Collins and other communities.
Source: 2013 Colorado State of the State address
Jan 10, 2013
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