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IDENTITY CRISIS — Colorado’s holy grail is a state ID card homeless people struggle to get
Brian Mobley knows who he is. Proving that has been a nightmare. Dave Perry from The Sentinel Colorado explores the difficulties of proving identity for Coloradans experiencing homelessness. Story includes quotes from Chaer Robert, Legislative Director for Colorado...
2021 state legislation updates for March 29
Q&A: CCLP Attorney Allison Neswood
NEWS RELEASE: CCLP to Serve as Fiscal Sponsor for Mile High Connects
Recent posts
CCLP’s thoughts on Colorado’s special legislative session regarding COVID-19
Too many Coloradans are hurting directly and profoundly because of the pandemic. With federal relief expiring, evictions loom around the corner and food bank lines grow longer. Meanwhile, workers in many sectors might not see their jobs...
NEWS ALERT: ‘Communities Against Poverty’ virtual event sheds light on equity issues
As the economic fallout from the COVID-19 crisis continues to reveal widening racial and social disparities in our state, Colorado Center on Law and Policy will host a virtual event to recognize Coloradans who are making a difference in...
Give Medicaid clients the process they are due
Health First Colorado, the state’s Medicaid program, is critical to the health and well-being of the over 1.4 million Coloradans who qualify based on income or disability. Unfortunately, getting enrolled and staying enrolled in the...
CCLP honors Colorado Champions of Economic Justice & Equity recipients
CCLP’s Colorado Champions of Economic Justice & Equity Award recipients will be honored during our Communities Against Poverty virtual event from noon to 1 p.m., Nov. 19. Details on the event, registration and sponsorship are...
Why we support Proposition 118 and oppose 116 and 117
Though the presidential and U.S. senate races are getting the most media attention and “air time,” Colorado voters will have dozens of choices to make during this election cycle. In total, there are 11 statewide ballot questions -- in...
New report highlights gender and racial inequities in Colorado
While Colorado has made progress towards strengthening women’s economic security, women around the state continue to face challenges, discrimination and violence, according to a new report. Authored by Colorado Center on Law and Policy...
Meet Tony Messenger: Pulitzer Prize winner gives those who are struggling a voice
Tony Messenger will give a keynote speech and answer questions at CCLP’s Communities Against Poverty virtual event, Nov. 19-21. Visit our event landing page to register or sponsor this informative community celebration of our work. As one...
Lived Experience: SNAP helps hard-working mom bring food to the table
Editor’s note: This vignette is part of the Lived Experience series, which highlights how Coloradans benefit from advocacy efforts led by CCLP and its partners. Being a pre-school teacher is arguably one of the most essential and...
Guidelines on the CDC Eviction Moratorium
The following explanation of the CDC's eviction moratorium was provided by the Eviction Lab on Sept. 4, 2020: Today, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a new order, effective from Sept. 4 through Dec. 31, 2020, that...
How legal advocacy advances our mission
In promoting racial equity and economic security for Coloradans facing poverty, Colorado Center on Law and Policy uses a set of tools to improve access to housing, food, income and health care. Those tools – legislative advocacy,...