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NORTHGLENN — The Adams County Democrats, in partnership with Colorado Democratic Party, hosted a town hall to ensure Coloradans know exactly who is responsible for the state’s $1.2 billion budget shortfall: Colorado’s Republican Congressional Delegation.

"Adams County deserves better than Reps. Gabe Evans and Lauren Boebert," said Adams County Democratic Party Chair, Beckie Bean. "This county is home to hard working Americans who deserve representation that works hard for us. Capitulating to this administration does nothing to help us put food on the table or a roof over our heads."

Adams County was one stop on the Big Bill Fallout Tour, whose goal is to stop in communities across the state to connect the dots between Washington Republicans’ votes and the real-world consequences for Colorado families, from rural hospitals and agricultural programs to food assistance, school funding, and public safety.

“While Colorado Democrats are doing the hard work to balance the budget and protect essential services, Republicans in Congress created this crisis and walked away from their responsibility,” said Colorado Democratic Party Chair Shad Murib. “We’re not going to let them rewrite history after betraying Coloradans across the state. We’re going directly to voters in their communities to make sure they know the truth and to hear how these reckless cuts will impact their lives.”

Background:

Earlier this year, Colorado’s Republican Congressional Delegation voted for extreme budget measures that gutted critical funding for the state, forcing $1.2 billion in cuts to services Coloradans depend on. These cuts hit hardest in rural communities, threatening local hospitals, infrastructure projects, agricultural programs, and support for working families—all while throwing Colorado’s budget, balanced by Democrats, into chaos.

Colorado Democrats are committed to telling the truth, protecting essential services, and holding those responsible accountable, no matter where they try to hide.

Here’s how Republicans’ Big Ugly Bill will affect Colorado, according to both Legislative Council economists and the Office of State Planning and Budgeting:

H.R.1 Devastates Colorado’s State Budget

Legislative Council economists and the Office of State Planning and Budgeting (OSPB) estimate a $1.2 billion revenue reduction in FY26 and $679 million in FY27 and beyond. The state will be $783 million below the TABOR cap in FY26, meaning no TABOR refunds and no surplus to fund the Senior Homestead Exemption in FY27, increasing General Fund pressure.

Federal Budget Bill Cuts Medicaid, Raises Premiums

With Congressional Republicans refusing to extend enhanced premium tax credits, private insurance premiums will rise an average of 28%-38% in some areas. Colorado’s reinsurance program will be reduced, and over 112,000 Coloradans could lose coverage. Up to 193,000 could lose Medicaid coverage, eventually putting 377,000 at risk. The bill slashes funding for Medicaid, Medicaid Expansion, disability programs, and CHP+, costing the state $2.5 billion by 2032.

EITC and FATC Suspended for Two Years

Reduced revenue will suspend the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) expansion and Family Affordability Tax Credit (FATC), increasing taxes for working families. A family of four earning $50,000 would lose about $4,870 in credits.

SNAP Cuts Hit 600,000 Coloradans

Colorado expects $170 million in SNAP cuts, affecting over 600,000 residents. Many will lose assistance or face new work requirements.

Clean Energy Rollbacks Increase Costs and Job Losses

H.R.1 cuts or eliminates clean energy and EV tax credits, costing 1,950 jobs and $190 million in household income. Residential gas prices could rise 3.4% by 2029, electricity up to 10% by 2035, adding $500 annually to household energy bills.

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