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Legislative Affairs

Colorado State Capitol Building

The Department of Higher Education is a key stakeholder in representing the voices of students and institutions at the Colorado State Capitol. The Department works with all legislators to advance our shared interests. Most importantly, we work with the Office of State Planning and Budget to set the state appropriation budget for all public institutions of higher education, which directly impacts tuition and other services for students. With the help of Department, the General Assembly has passed numerous bills to help erase racial equity gaps in higher education and increase student success support systems.

Legislative Leaders at a Press Conference

Under the leadership of Governor Jared Polis and with the support of Dr. Angie Paccione and public institutions of higher education, Colorado continues to lead the nation in higher education policy.

For more information on our budget requests, legislative agenda and state laws impacting higher education, please contact Carla Blanc, Legislative Liaison, at carla.blanc@dhe.state.co.us.

 

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