IN THE NEWS
COLORADO SUN
Colorado foster kids want their own bill of rights. So why are lawmakers fighting about pronouns?
“They’re asking the Colorado legislature to pass a ‘Bill of Rights for Foster Youth,’ a formalized list that every foster child 5 and older would receive when they are placed in care.”
TRUE NORTH (UNC)
Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine Projected to Bring $1.4 Billion to Colorado’s Economy
“(This bill) signifies a deliberate investment not only in healthcare but in our community's vitality, fostering enhanced engagement, economic growth, and meaningful partnerships across our vibrant cityscape.”
COLORADO POLITICS
Signed into law: Narcan use approved in schools; topical medication care extended for patients
“SB-087 authorizes health care providers and facilities to provide patients with certain topical medications administered during their medical facility stay for continued use at home…”
STATE SCOOP
Colorado protects neural data privacy with new law
“A new Colorado law makes the state the first in the nation to extend biological data the same protections it offers other sensitive information.”
KOAA NEWS
CSPD Chief: Not enough space in youth detention centers as violent juvenile crime increases
"If we increase the bed caps, what we're saying is that we as a society and legislators have not figured out a better way than to detain our juveniles, which I have a really, really big issue with," (Rep. Lindsey Daugherty) said.
GREELEY TRIBUNE
Bill to fund University of Northern Colorado medical college passes Colorado House committee
“A $247 million state bill to provide funding for a college of osteopathic medicine at the University of Northern Colorado and for health science education at three other institutions of higher education passed (the House Committee)...”
CANVAS REBEL
Meet Lindsey Daugherty
“Our polarized politics have left many feeling jaded, but we can’t let cynicism overshadow the immense potential of local action.”
COLORADO POLITICS
State Rep. Lindsey Daugherty to run for Colorado Senate District 19
"I’m eager to apply my experience and expertise for an even greater impact in the state Senate," Daugherty said in her campaign announcement. "I dream big, for my family and for yours. With your help, we can turn those dreams into reality.”
COLORADO NEWSLINE
Colorado Rep. Lindsey Daugherty to run for State Senate
“In the most recent session, she successfully ran a bipartisan bill to expand post-conviction DNA testing for people in the justice system and another bill to increase medical price transparency.”
THE INNOCENCE PROJECT
New Colorado Law Makes It Easier for Wrongly Convicted People to Prove Innocence Using DNA Evidence
“Today, Governor Jared Polis signed into law legislation that fixes Colorado’s post-conviction DNA testing statute to help ensure that wrongly convicted Coloradans can access DNA testing that can prove their innocence.”
NEWSBREAK
New Law Will Help Small Colorado Retailers
“According to Alyssa Rossi, owner of Adiluna Boutique where HB 1061 was signed into law, this will really open up a lot of opportunities for small Colorado retailers who want to start hosting events in their shops by making the permitting process so much easier.”
COLORADO NEWSLINE
Judges Rule on Mifepristone Cases; Colorado Advocates Respond
“Rep. Lindsey Daugherty (D-Arvada), chair of the House Health and Insurance Committee, called the move a gross overreach. ‘This decision by a Trump-appointed judge will gut access to safe, effective abortion across the country and is yet another attack on our fundamental reproductive freedoms,’ she said in a news release.
COLORADO NEWSLINE
Colorado Lawmakers Propose Expanding State-level Earned Income, Child Tax Credits
“One of our top priorities this session is to make Colorado more affordable,” Daugherty said in a statement. “Under this bill, employers will provide important information to their employees that will connect them with the economic assistance that they are eligible for.”
SHOUTOUT COLORADO
Meet Lindsey Daugherty | Attorney & Colorado State Representative
“I quickly realized that I had two choices. I could allow my fear of failure or embarrassment stop me from pursuing my ambitious goals, or I could trust my ability to figure things out as I went. I’m so grateful that I chose the latter.”
MARIE CLAIRE
Judges Rule on Mifepristone Cases; Colorado Advocates Respond
“Rep. Lindsey Daugherty (D-Arvada), chair of the House Health and Insurance Committee, called the move a gross overreach. ‘This decision by a Trump-appointed judge will gut access to safe, effective abortion across the country and is yet another attack on our fundamental reproductive freedoms,’ she said in a news release.”
COLORADO NEWSLINE
Historic Debate on Colorado Abortion Rights Results in Bill Advancing to Final House Vote
“Following a marathon debate that Capitol observers say was the longest in modern history and included a heated confrontation between two Republican lawmakers, the Colorado House advanced a bill that would affirm abortion rights in the state.”
ALAMOSA NEWS
Millions of Colorado Cash Back checks will be in the hands of Coloradans in the coming weeks
“Starting soon, Coloradans will see immediate relief from the Colorado Cash Back plan to help with rising costs, gas, groceries, and everyday necessities,” said Rep. Lindsey Daugherty, D-Arvada. “Coloradans are getting their money back earlier, when they need it most, because we took action to send these checks as soon as possible.”
COLORADO NEWSLINE
Colorado Kids Could Get Bigger Say in Abuse and Neglect Cases
“A lot of these children who are taken into custody, this isn’t the first time this has happened, and they have way more responsibilities than any child should ever have to have in a childhood.” – State Rep. Lindsey Daugherty
ARVADA LIFESTYLE
Inspiring Arvada Women
“Lindsey's law firm focuses on helping abused and neglected children. ‘Seeing the challenges they face every day just to get a shot in this world pushes me to work to enhance opportunities for youth in our area. That's how we break the cycle.’”
KOAA NEWS5
Colorado Students Stress Importance of Suicide Prevention Bill Advancing Through State Legislature
“We created a grant program so that high school students can bring in training programs that are peer-to-peer training. We keep hearing that kids want to know how they can talk to another youth who's suffering from that situation," said Daugherty.
COLORADO NEWSLINE
‘Ghost guns’ Would be Banned Under Proposed Denver Law
“…Reps. Edie Hooton and Lindsey Daugherty sponsored the Local Regulation Of Firearms bill, which passed in June. This allows local governments in Colorado to enact stricter gun control legislation than the state’s.”
COLORADO POLITICS
Colorado Legislators Have Their Say About Decision Overturning Roe v. Wade
“Still, in the back of our minds and the depths of our hearts, women always know to be prepared. Prepared to rise up, to defend ourselves, to support one another, and to fight for our safety. We’re sad and we’re angry, but we’re also ready. We will take back our rights.”