Press Releases

Congressman Neguse Statement on Passage of the Respect for Marriage Act

Today, Congressman Joe Neguse issued the following statement to celebrate the passage of the Respect for Marriage Act. "With this vote, Congress protected the dignity of citizens across America - regardless of gender, sexuality, race, or ethnicity. All Americans deserve fair and equal treatment under the law. "This moment holds particular importance to our community, thanks to the late Clela Rorex, Boulder County's former County Clerk. Clela was a champion for equality, and in1975, made histo…  Continue Reading

Rep. Neguse Introduces SHIELD Act, Bill to Combat “Heat Island Effect” & Air Pollution

Last week, Congressman Joe Neguse introduced the Surveying the Heat Island Effect across Large Divisions, or SHIELD, Act. This bill directs the Secretary of Defense to do a study of the heat island effect on large-scale installations and then compose a plan to increase greenery coverage to lessen the consequences of this climate phenomenon. The heat island effect has been shown to have an impact on sizable military installations, including military bases, and the increase in temperatures can lea…  Continue Reading

Rep. Neguse Elected to Lead House Democrats’ Messaging Arm

Neguse Elected by Colleagues, Will Serve in Senior Role in House Leadership Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Joe Neguse (D-Colorado) was elected by the House Democratic Caucus to serve as Chairman of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee, or DPCC. In a statement, Congressman Neguse said: "I'm deeply grateful to my colleagues for giving me the opportunity and the privilege to serve as Chair of the DPCC in the 118th Congress. I look forward to working with every member of our …  Continue Reading