Michael Bennet

As the South Rim wildfire continues to burn, I am prepared to support the park's recovery and the wildland firefighters working to keep nearby communities safe. (2/2)

I was glad to learn that the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park partially reopened this week. Visitors can now access trails, overlooks, and camping facilities in the North Rim of the park. (1/2)

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The Corporation for Public Broadcasting shuttering means rural communities in Colorado and across the country will lose their lifeline to trusted, accurate news and emergency alerts.

We may not know the devastating effects of Republicans' cuts to public broadcasting until it's too late.

Death toll soars in Russian strike on Kyiv; Germany to send air defenses Ukrainian officials said a Russian aerial attack was the most deadly on Kyiv this year.

Putin's ruthless attacks on innocent Ukrainians show that anything less than steadfast U.S. support for Ukraine will only embolden his brutality – and prolong this war.

The U.S. must keep supporting the Ukrainian people's fight for the sake of Ukraine and democracy everywhere.

Durango Town Hall RSVP Senator Bennet looks forward to hearing from Coloradans at a town hall in Durango on Tuesday, August 5th at 3:00pm. Coloradans will need to register to attend this event. After completing this form, ...

Next Tuesday, August 5th, at 3 PM, I'm hosting an in-person town hall in Durango!

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Happy Colorado Day!

Today, we celebrate the 149th birthday of our beautiful state and everything that makes Colorado the greatest in the union.

Whether it's with a hike, a beer, or time with your family, I hope you find your own way to celebrate.

Trump plans $200M overhaul of East Wing in significant change to White House The project to construct a massive ballroom fulfills a wish for Trump, who has long disliked the tent pitched on the lawn to accommodate large-scale events.

As President Trump strips health care away from millions of Americans and burdens working families with higher costs, he plans to build a $200 million ballroom for himself and his billionaire donors.

This is an unbelievable display of excess and abuse of the presidency.

Wildfires in Colorado have cost taxpayers over $40 million this year alone.

This is yet another reminder that Coloradans save $6 for every $1 spent on wildfire prevention. It is critical that we prioritize investments in wildfire prevention — to save taxpayer dollars and to save lives.

Meanwhile, the EPA is delaying its rules, giving a free pass to the biggest methane polluters in the country.

The Trump Administration continues to put our climate and health at risk.

Colorado leads the nation in adopting common-sense, cost-effective policy for limiting methane pollution from the oil and gas sector. (1/2)

Natural disaster victims would get six months of mortgage relief under Senate bill Senators from California and Colorado, two states hit hard by natural disasters, introduced the bill Thursday.

Families in Colorado know firsthand how lives can be upended overnight by devastating wildfires.

That’s why I introduced legislation to give them the time they need to manage the costs of recovery, rebuild their homes, and put their lives back together.

White House lobbies against stock trading ban The White House is lobbying Republican senators to vote down a bill that would put new restrictions on the trading of stocks.

We must ban Members of Congress and high-ranking officials from profiting off their positions and using insider information to build their wealth.

The White House’s attempts to keep a stock trading ban from becoming law show how crucial it is to stop this blatant corruption.

Colorado and the West are in deep peril from wildfires.

The new Fort Collins USDA hub will need the right resources and expertise to keep pace.

The Trump Administration must engage local communities and wildfire experts as it reorganizes the USDA and considers changes to fire response.

60 years ago, President Johnson signed Medicare and Medicaid into law so that every American could live with the dignity and security of health care.

As Republicans rip health care away from millions, I will continue to fight for the future of these programs and the Coloradans who depend on them.

It was great to speak with Dr. Hazelbaker, President at Pueblo Community College, about how we support students from all backgrounds in Colorado.

It is critical that we ensure students are ready for 21st-century jobs and have the resources they need to build successful careers.

Bennet, Blackburn, Estes, DelBene Introduce Bill to Support Lifesaving Emergency Services in Rural Communities - U.S. Senator Michael Bennet Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) and Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), alongside U.S. Representatives Ron Estes (R-Kan.) and Suzan DelBene (D-Wash.), reintroduced the Protecting Air...

Rural communities are losing access to lifesaving emergency air services as rising costs force many across the country to shut down.

That's why I introduced the Protecting Air Ambulance Services for Americans Act, because all Americans deserve access to emergency care no matter where they live.

Coloradans have long known this to be true as we face increasingly devastating natural disasters like wildfires and drought.

Undermining the EPA's ability to limit climate pollution will put our communities at even greater risk. (2/2)

In a Game-Changing Climate Rollback, E.P.A. Aims to Kill a Bedrock Scientific Finding

The Trump Administration’s actions fly in the face of decades of irrefutable science that human-caused climate change is a danger to public health and welfare. (1/2)

Bennet Introduces Bill to Ensure Children Have Continuous Access to Health Care as Republican Budget Bill Strips Coverage from Millions - U.S. Senator Michael Bennet Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, alongside U.S. Representatives Kathy Castor (D-Fla.) and Derek Tran (D-Calif.), introduced the bicameral Keep Kids Covered Act to provide conti...

Republicans' budget bill puts millions of children, including nearly half a million in Colorado, at risk of losing their health care.

That's why I introduced the Keep Kids Covered Act to ensure no child loses access to health care in the most important years of their development.

UNC takes on health care in effort to improve workforce “With the advent of the college of osteopathic medicine that’s coming here, I don’t think I would be exaggerating to say that our university and especially our college is poised to become the prima…

Too many rural Coloradans must drive hours to see a doctor due to workforce shortages in their communities.

I'm glad the University of Northern Colorado is tackling the problem head-on and leading the way in addressing this critical issue for our state.

In Colorado and across the American West, the "Buffalo Soldiers" served in the first all-black regiments in the U.S. Army and were among the earliest park rangers in the country.

Today, we recognize their bravery, commitment to service, and enduring mark on American history.

This week, there will be free and discounted events across Colorado. I hope everyone finds a celebration nearby and gets a chance to enjoy the festivities. (2/2)

Colorado, it's time to celebrate our state's 149th birthday! In honor of this milestone, Celebrate Colorado week kicked off on Friday and lasts until August 3rd. (1/2)

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The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is abhorrent and worsening daily. People are starving and dying, especially children.

President Trump must demand that Israel enable a large-scale expansion of assistance throughout Gaza immediately.

Republicans' Budget Bill abandons that commitment and threatens to double the poverty rate of American seniors. (2/2)

A new analysis projects a 24% cut to Social Security benefits by late 2032. Trump's "big, beautiful bill" will cause sharp cuts to Social Security by late 2032, a new analysis says.

Social Security is a commitment we make to every American after a lifetime of work, and we must protect the program for the millions of seniors and people with disabilities who rely on it. (1/2)

Trump administration releases billions it withheld from schools Lawmakers of both parties had lobbied to release the funds, which support English-language learning programs, teacher training and academic enrichment.

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Though, I’m glad they have finally reversed their decision, Colorado parents, students, & teachers should have never been in this position. This mismanagement only made life more difficult for Colorado schools & did nothing to help Colorado kids get ready for a successful school year. (2/2)

The Trump administration should have never withheld these critical funds and thrown our families and public schools into uncertainty right before the new school year. (1/2)

Colorado continues to be a model for the rest of the Western United States. By building the largest wildlife overpass in the U.S., we are protecting wildlife and keeping Colorado drivers safe. (2/2)