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Sep 25
My shooting range proposal
Last week in the U.S. Senate, my colleagues came together to consider the Sportsmen’s Act. This bipartisan legislation includes my proposal, the Target Practice and Marksmanship Training Support Act, which would free up more of the proceeds the federal government collects on sporting equipment and ammunition to expand access to public shooting ranges, all without raising taxes or increasing spending.
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Sep 24
One team, one fight
Last week marked the one-year anniversary of the repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" (DADT), the law that previously prohibited gay and lesbian members of the military from serving in the armed forces unless they kept their sexual orientation a secret from their colleagues.
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Sep 19
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
In Colorado, it doesn't have to be Hispanic Heritage Month to notice the positive contributions that Colorado's Hispanic community has made to our great state. This month of recognition provides us with a chance to reflect on how the contributions of Latinos in Colorado have benefited our overall quality of life and how we can collectively celebrate the Hispanic community as a vibrant part of our Colorado family throughout the year.
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Sep 14
Do more than just remember
This week, as we reflect on the 11th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, I join all Coloradans in renewing our vow to never forget those who were killed, the first responders who risked everything that day so that others might live, and the troops who have fought for us ever since. In one of the darkest moments in our history, the courage and selflessness of the American people shined brighter than ever as we stood together as one nation.
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Sep 5
Back to school, not the couch
As parents and students navigate the first few weeks of the new school year, it is important to remember that physical activity is a critical part of having a healthy and alert mind. From rock climbing to mountain biking and skiing to hiking, Coloradans are fortunate to have so many options for fun outdoor activities.
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Sep 27
Udall Congratulates Denver, Harrison School Districts on Receiving $12.9 Million in Competitive Education Grant Funds
Mark Udall congratulated the Denver Public School and Harrison School District Two on their receipt of more than $12.9 million of competitive grant funds from the Department of Education’s 2012 Teacher Incentive Fund. The districts will use the competitive grant funds to improve pay structures, reward great teachers and principals, and provide greater professional opportunities to teachers in high-poverty schools.
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Sep 27
Udall, Bennet Statement on Competitive Grant for Colorado Health Exchange
Senators Mark Udall and Michael Bennet today released the following statements regarding the announcement that the Colorado Health Benefit Exchange will receive a $43,486,747 competitive grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to help establish the state’s health insurance exchange. HHS is awarding competitive grants to states who have shown progress in establishing their exchanges. The awards are based on the needs and planned expenditures of each state.
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Sep 27
Udall Congratulates Gold Hill Fire Protection District on Receiving DHS Competitive Grant
Mark Udall congratulated the Gold Hill Fire Protection District today on its receipt of $87,179 in competitive grant funds from the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant program (AFG). The grant funds can be used to help the fire protection district acquire equipment, protective gear, training, and other resources to more effectively protect communities from the threat of fire.
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Sep 26
Udall Welcomes Decision to Keep Grand Junction, Durango Courthouses Open
Mark Udall welcomed the decision this month by the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts to keep the federal courthouses in Grand Junction and Durango open despite facing the need to close several locations.
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Sep 26
Udall to Participate in Forest Health Summit in Denver
Mark Udall said today that he is looking forward to a forest health summit slated for Oct. 12, calling it an opportunity to discuss wildfire prevention and other issues facing Colorado’s forests.
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Sep 27
Udall Discusses Wind Production Tax Credit on Current TV
Video requires Flash PlayerMark Udall's went on Current TV and spoke with former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm on the need for Congress to extend the Production Tax Credit for wind energy.
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Sep 19
Speech #19: Wyoming and the Wind Energy Production Tax Credit
Video requires Flash PlayerMark Udall spoke on the Senate floor this morning pushing Congress to pass an extension of the Production Tax Credit for wind energy. In his 19th speech, Udall focused on the economic impacts of wind energy production in Wyoming, whose wind farms now power the equivalent of 400,000 homes. Udall will continue to urge his Senate colleagues to pass the wind Production Tax Credit.
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Sep 13
Speech #18: Arizona and the Wind Energy Production Tax Credit
Mark Udall spoke on the Senate floor this morning pushing Congress to pass an extension of the Production Tax Credit for wind energy. In his 18th speech, Udall focused on the economic impacts of wind energy production in Arizona, which has 7 facilities that manufacture parts for the wind energy industry -- these jobs are all at risk if the PTC lapses. Udall will continue to urge his Senate colleagues to pass the wind Production Tax Credit.
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Sep 12
Speech #17: North Carolina and the Wind Energy Production Tax Credit
Mark Udall spoke on the Senate floor this morning pushing Congress to pass an extension of the Production Tax Credit for wind energy. In his 17th speech, Udall focused on the economic impacts of wind energy production in North Carolina, which has 18 facilities that manufacture parts for the wind energy industry -- these jobs are all at risk if the PTC lapses. Udall will continue to urge his Senate colleagues to pass the wind Production Tax Credit.
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Sep 12
Udall Condemns Attacks that Killed Ambassador to Libya, Three Others
Mark Udall spoke on the U.S. Senate floor condemning the attacks that killed the U.S. Ambassador to Libya and three others.
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