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Colorado Wolf Compensation Costs Are Blowing Past the Plan

April 14, 2026
by Scott K. James
4 min read
Rancher standing near cattle on a Colorado pasture with mountains in the distance
Ballot-box biology meets the cattle gate.
Written by Scott K. James

Colorado’s wolf compensation program has already paid more than allocated, with more claims pending and tougher rule fights ahead.

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Scott K. James

A 4th generation Northern Colorado native, Scott K. James is a veteran broadcaster, professional communicator, and principled leader. Widely recognized for his thoughtful, common-sense approach to addressing issues that affect families, businesses, and communities, Scott, his wife, Julie, and son, Jack, call Johnstown, Colorado, home. A former mayor of Johnstown, James is a staunch defender of the Constitution and the rule of law, the free market, and the power of the individual. Scott has delighted in a lifetime of public service and continues that service as a Weld County Commissioner representing District 2.

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