Political Sheet

Colorado Budget Shortfall Exposes the State Program Problem

Colorado Capitol with torn budget papers and stacked program files in an editorial collage style
When the math shows up, the talking points get real fast.
Written by Scott K. James

Lawmakers are cutting newer programs to close a budget hole of more than $1.2 billion, including a major cost overrun in Cover All Coloradans.

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