John Hickenlooper in 2011 gubernatorial press release

On Energy & Oil: Develop markets for vehicles that run on natural gas

Aggregating state and local vehicle purchases is a common sense way to close the price gap between traditional and alternative fuel vehicles. We are happy to participate in this partnership with other governors. Developing markets for vehicles that run on natural gas--an abundant domestic fuel--can help reduce dependence on foreign oil, enhance air quality and showcase how states are leading by example to tackle the complex energy challenges our country faces. Source: 2011 gubernatorial press release #1251600834310 Nov 9, 2011

On Environment: Supports Obama's "Great Outdoors" conservation ethic

The Rocky Mountain Arsenal visitor center and three conservation initiatives will further showcase the natural beauty we are fortunate to live in. We are creating partnerships and leveraging the state and nation's intellect and creativity to build and protect our natural heritage. President Obama's America's Great Outdoors initiative seeks to work with local communities to create a new conservation and recreation ethic for the 21st Century. Source: 2011 gubernatorial press release #1251593257851 Nov 9, 2011

On Principles & Values: Coloradoans' resilience due to shared values, community

We will come through this rough time. We'll do it by working together in the best tradition of the West. Like every river runner knows, when you get into rough water everybody paddles. There's a Yiddish word, 'landsman' which, roughly translated means 'a fellow villager'--a stranger, perhaps, but still someone you welcome because you know they share a common connection in the village of your ancestors. This value doesn't spring from government. But it can teach all of us to govern together. Source: 2011 gubernatorial press release #1249674240451 Nov 9, 2011

On Budget & Economy: State budgeting process must reflect revenue availability

For many years, the State has relied on year-to-year budgeting and spending decisions that are disconnected from the economy and available revenue. Before multi-year budgets can work, future spending and delayed obligations must be kept to a minimum and they must reflect the realities of revenue availability. To that end, it is time to take a fresh look at statutory schedules for new or increased spending. Source: 2011 gubernatorial press release #1251608981339 Nov 1, 2011

On Health Care: Not acceptable for 2,500 kids to lose CHP health coverage

The focus will be to implement a change that supports the goal of ensuring that kids have access to coverage. The fees required by SB11-213 represent a 1000% increase in the cost of the current CHP+ program to enrollees in the 205% of federal poverty level. Approximately 2,500 kids would drop off the program because of the dramatic increase in cost. Research from across the country and in Colorado indicates that if children drop off the CHP+ program, they would likely become uninsured. Source: 2011 gubernatorial press release #1251593304636 May 31, 2011

On Education: Federal funds will ensure excellence in Education in CO

Gov. Hickenlooper applauded the U.S. Department of Education's announcement that Colorado is eligible to apply for Race to the Top funds. We have every intention of pursuing this opportunity to fund excellence in our schools. In the face of increasing global competition, educating our kids is the key to economic success. Colorado will build on our previous Race to the Top applications, forge ahead with the reform efforts we already have underway and hopefully secure this federal funding. Source: 2011 gubernatorial press release #1251593245085 May 25, 2011

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