This article was published on 12/19/2013. Click here to see the full article. Meanwhile, Rep. Ed Perlmutter, the Democrat from Golden, continues to push legislation with Washington state Democratic Rep. Denny Heck that would allow pot producers to work with banks. That bill faces an uphill climb in the Republican-led House, even with support from Republicans like Rep. Mike Coffman of Aurora. Read more

'Today's Decision Ensures These Heroes Will Be Able to More Easily Access the Care, Compensation They Deserve' U.S. Senator Mark Udall and Congressman Ed Perlmutter, strong supporters of Colorado's nuclear industry workers, heralded the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' approval of a federal board's recommendation to make it easier for affected Rocky Flats workers to qualify for federal assistance under the Energy Employees Occupational Illness and Compensation Program Act (EEOICPA)... Read more

Today US Rep. Ed Perlmutter released the following statement in response to the tragic shootings at Arapahoe High School and marking the one year anniversary of Sandy Hook: "Today, I want to thank our first responders who acted swiftly to ensure the safety of our students and teachers yesterday after the shooting at Arapahoe High School. Our hearts and prayers are with all of the families and victims of the tragedy in Newtown, CT, as well as Arapahoe High School here in Colorado. In the wake of... Read more

Today, U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter voted to support a bipartisan budget agreement which allows our country to move forward and work on the important priorities of Americans. Perlmutter stated, "This agreement is not all I hoped for, but it's a first step in breaking through the partisan brinkmanship to provide relief from the automatic, arbitrary budget cuts and ensures some much needed economic certainty for the next two years. This will help strengthen our economy, promote job creation and reduce... Read more

This article was published on 12/3/13. Click here to read the full article. Rep. Ed Perlmutter, D-Jefferson County: Plans to purchase a plan on the D.C. exchange. Read more

"Innovation is key to building the jobs of the future in Colorado and throughout the country." Today, U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter (CO-07) voted with a bipartisan group of House members to pass HR 3309, the Innovation Act, to help protect small businesses’ patents from frivolous lawsuits by patent trolls. Additionally, Perlmutter joined the House Caucus on Innovation and Entrepreneurship's letter opposing the diversion of US Patent and Trade Office (USPTO) patent filing fees under the across-the-boa... Read more

This article was publilshed on 12/4/13. Click here to read the full article. "After shopping for health insurance for my family and me, today I enrolled and bought our insurance plan through the public DC health exchange.," Perlmutter proudly reported. Read more

Today, U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter (CO-07) congratulates the National Wind Technology Center at the National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL), on the grand opening of its new dynamometer test facility. This new facility will help engineers continue to more efficiently test the power systems of wind turbines. Perlmutter said, "I am proud and in awe of the work being done by scientists and engineers at NREL as they continue setting the standard for excellence in renewable energy technology. This new test ... Read more

Today U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter voted to ensure people with preexisting conditions cannot be discriminated against when obtaining health insurance by voting against the 46th pointless attempt by House Republicans to repeal and/or delay the Affordable Care Act. Perlmutter said, "In the wake of the President's announcement yesterday, I believe the majority of my constituents in Colorado will have more flexibility and choices to obtain health insurance that meets their needs as we continue the trans... Read more

Today, U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter (CO-07) released the following statement in honor of Veterans Day and Military Families Appreciation Month. "One of my biggest priorities is standing up for those brave men and women who stood in harm's way to protect our country. I want to extend my thanks to all our veterans for their continued service to our community and our country. We also take time this month to honor those who stay behind and sacrifice while their loved one is serving. The life of many mil... Read more