Colorado Governor 2024 Executive Orders

This document lists the 2024 executive orders issued by the Governor of Colorado, categorized by type: appointments, creation of boards/commissions, and clemency grants. The orders cover judicial appointments, the establishment of new committees, and pardons.

Colorado Governor's 2022 Executive Orders

The Governor of Colorado issued 45 executive orders in 2022, covering appointments, commutations of sentence, and pardons. These orders are available upon request from the Governor's office.

Colorado Governor 2021 Executive Orders

The Governor of Colorado issued a series of executive orders in 2021, categorized as 'A' for appointments, 'B' for policy directives, and 'C' for commutations and pardons. These orders cover various state functions, including climate alignment and judicial clemency.

Coast Guard Discrimination: GAO Recommends Actions for Personnel

The GAO has released a report recommending actions for the Coast Guard to address inconsistencies in handling discrimination and harassment incidents affecting its 40,000 personnel. The report highlights differing interpretations of policies and a lack of standardized documentation processes, urging the Coast Guard to implement clearer definitions and a consistent collection system.

GAO Report on Service Member Absence Response Guidance

A GAO report released on February 12, 2026, identifies significant gaps in the Army, Navy, and Air Force's guidance for responding to absent service members. The report highlights inconsistencies in response timeframes, mental health considerations, and safety protocols, recommending improvements to prevent harm and save lives.

GAO Report on CBP Northern Border Challenges and Staffing Gaps

A GAO report highlights significant challenges faced by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) along the northern border, including a more than threefold increase in apprehensions from FY 2019 to 2024 and critical staffing gaps for specialists monitoring surveillance technology. The report recommends CBP develop a plan to address these workforce shortages.

GAO Report on Do Not Pay System Benefits and SSA Death Data Costs

A GAO report highlights that the Treasury's Do Not Pay system, using SSA death data, is projected to yield $337 million in benefits over three years. However, increased SSA costs for state death records and improper cost allocation among agencies require attention.

GAO Update on COVID-19 Relief Funds Spending by States and Localities

The GAO has released an update on the spending of COVID-19 relief funds by state and local governments. As of March 31, 2025, states had spent 80% of their funds, and localities had spent 84%. Recipients had until December 31, 2026, to spend the remaining funds.

Trump Administration Increases Beef Quota to Address Prices

President Trump signed a Proclamation to increase the U.S. tariff-rate quota for lean beef trimmings by 80,000 metric tons annually from Argentina. This action aims to boost supply and lower ground beef prices, which have reached record highs due to reduced domestic production and other market challenges.

EO on Iran National Emergency, Tariffs, and IRGC Designation

President Trump signed an Executive Order reaffirming the national emergency with respect to Iran and establishing a process to impose tariffs on countries that acquire goods or services from Iran. This action aims to protect U.S. national security, foreign policy, and economy by countering Iran's malign influence and support for terrorism.