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Larimer County Democrats News: June 14, 2016
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Message from the Chair
I'm at a loss for words as I think about the tragedy in Orlando this past weekend. With some pundits and even candidates trying to capitalize on this horrific event, I would just like to offer that this isn't the first-nor is it the last-reminder of the need to continue to fight against fear, intolerance, and injustice. The Larimer Dems send condolences and wish the best for the families of those who were lost or injured in the attack.
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Legislative News
New Law Seeks To Help People with Disabilities Find Employment
On June 10th, Gov. Hickenlooper signed SB16-077, Employment First for Persons with Disabilities into law. The bill, sponsored by Sen. John Kefalas, Rep. Joann Ginal, and Rep. Diane Primavera, will shift policy to remove barriers that keep individuals with disabilities from being employed.
"This bill hinges around the assumption that all people with disabilities are capable of meaningful work," said Rep. Ginal.
Currently, about 80% of individuals with disabilities are not working in Colorado. Some individuals with disabilities who are employed work in segregated settings where they earn less than minimum wage.
Ginal Bill Means More Doctors for Rural Colorado
On Monday morning, Gov. Hickenlooper signed a bill by Rep. Ginal that will help expand access to primary health care providers for Coloradans who live in rural and frontier areas of the state.
Frontier and rural areas are the most remote and sparsely populated places in Colorado, with residents often living far from healthcare services. As a result, these communities experience reduced access to health care services and poorer health outcomes.
This bill creates a tax credit to help encourage "preceptors" - teachers - to offer professional instruction, training, and supervision to students seeking careers as primary health care providers in rural and frontier areas of the state.
"Preceptors are key to expanding access to quality health care in Colorado," said Rep. Ginal, D-Fort Collins. "By providing this tax credit, we are encouraging more medical students to work in rural and frontier areas and expanding access to quality care across the state."
Be sure to check back next week for more bills sponsored by Larimer Dems recently signed into law.
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Campaign News
Coordinated Campaign Office Open
Come celebrate the opening of the first Colorado Victory Coordinated Campaign Office in Larimer County! Join us for the opportunity to meet fellow Fort Collins/Loveland Democrats, learn about our campaign strategy, and hear from U.S. Congressman Jared Polis.
Date & Time: June 30, 2016, 5:00pm
Location: 608 S. Mason St.
Info & RSVP: Analysse Escobar at 210-385-7556 or via e-mail at aescobar@covictory.com.
Weekend of Action - Coordinated Campaign
Join the coordinated campaign this weekend! In an effort to show a united front and to kick off our campaign efforts for the General Election, we are having a big Weekend of Action on June 18th - 19th here in Larimer County!!!! We have shifts starting at 9am, 11am and 1pm.
Our goal is to reach out to Democrats and register new voters all weekend. Our team will continue to work hard until November to ensure we elect Democrats to Congress and to the White House! We would love your help!
Please take a moment to SIGN UP HERE and one of the Field Organizers will reach out to you to confirm your shift for this weekend.
Upcoming Larimer County Events for TJ Cole for Colorado - HD48
Severance, Timnath, and Eaton Volunteer Phone Bank
Date & Time: June 20-24
Windsor Town BBQ
Come out and eat and talk politics!
Date & Time: June 26, 11:00am-2:00pm
Location: Town park
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Community News
Monday, June 27th
Reception to Support People for a Healthier Larimer County
People for a Healthier Larimer County supports a tax initiative to ensure a dedicated funding stream to build a 51,000-square-foot mental health facility to provide round-the-clock mental health services.
One in four Larimer County residents struggles every day with untreated mental illness and substance abuse disorders. In Larimer County, there are few choices for in crisis, and as a result, thousands of Larimer County residents continue to live in distress.
Date and Time: Monday, June 27th, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Location: Home of Rep. Jeni Arndt
1603 W. Mulberry Street, Fort Collins
Suggested Contribution Levels:
Sponsor $500 ~ Host $250 ~ Guest $100 ~ Supporter $50
Info and RSVP: Jerica Chosich | jericachosich@gmail.com | (719) 250-9159
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Regular Meetings
Larimer County Democrats Monthly Meeting
Monthly business meeting. All are welcome!
Date & Time: Third Thursday of the month
6:30 pm social, 7:00 pm meeting
Location: Larimer County Democrats Office
606 S. Mason St., Fort Collins
Email: secretary@larimerdems.org for more information.
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