Brittany Pettersen

Rep. Pettersen Leads CO Dem Delegation in Again Demanding Answers From Trump Admin on New Colorado ICE Facility as DHS Continues to Dodge Lawmakers’ Questions Today, Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) led Senator Michael Bennet (D-CO), Senator John Hickenlooper (D-CO), and Representatives…

Pettersen, Van Hollen Lead Lawmakers in Introducing Legislation to Bring Transparency to Corporate Abuse of Tax Havens, Job Offshoring Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) and Senator Chris Van Hollen (Md.) led their colleagues in reintroducing the Disclosure of Tax Havens and…

Pettersen, Crow, DeGette, Neguse, Statement on Massie Amendment to the Republican Budget WASHINGTON — Representatives Brittany Pettersen (D-CO), Jason Crow (D-CO), Diana DeGette (D-CO), and Joe Neguse (D-CO) released the following statement after voting in favor of Congressman Massie’s amendment to…

PERSONAL EXPLANATION Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 109 (Tuesday, June 30, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 109 (Tuesday, June 30, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E640-E641] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

RECOGNIZING LAKEWOOD CITY MANAGER KATHY HODGSON Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 109 (Tuesday, June 30, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 109 (Tuesday, June 30, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E641-E642] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing…

During Colorado’s Primary Election Week, Rep. Pettersen Leads Push For USPS to Ensure Timely Delivery of Mail in Ballots WASHINGTON – During Colorado’s primary election week, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) led an effort with Representative Kim Schrier (WA-08) pushing for more…

Rep. Pettersen Demands Answers After Trump Administration Leaves EPA Region 8 Employees Without Reliable Emergency Communications WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), alongside Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper, and Representative DeGette (CO-01), demanded…

On Dobbs Anniversary, Reps. Pettersen Introduces Resolution to Stop Government Surveillance of Reproductive Health Care Medication WASHINGTON – Today, on the anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) introduced a…

AFFORDABLE HOUSING LEGISLATION HELD HOSTAGE Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 106 (Wednesday, June 24, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 106 (Wednesday, June 24, 2026)] [House] [Page H4216] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov…

Rep. Pettersen Delivers Major Housing Affordability Wins for Colorado Families as Landmark Bipartisan Package Heads to the President’s Desk WASHINGTON — Today, Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) applauded House passage of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, the most significant housing…

Rep. Pettersen Demands Answers After Trump Administration Threatens $98 Million in Federal Funding for Jeffco Schools Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) demanded answers from the U.S. Department of Education after the Department threatened enforcement action and the potential…

Medical center in Evergreen reopens following active shooter situation earlier this year inside the Colorado facility It's been four months since a shooting incident at a Colorado medical clinic in the Jefferson County foothills forced that facility to shut its doors. On Monday morning,…

Rep. Pettersen Introduces Bill to End Long-Term Detention at Temporary ICE Holding Cells WASHINGTON – Today, after Republicans advanced their budget reconciliation legislation to pour $70 billion into Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP), U.S.…

Pettersen, Bennet, Hickenlooper Demand Answers as Trump Administration Pursues Backdoor Payouts for January 6 Defendants and Election Deniers WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) and Senators Michael Bennet (D-CO) and John Hickenlooper (D-CO) are demanding a full…

Congress Demands List of People Who Have Applied for Trump Slush Fund In a memo obtained by Meidas Touch Network, a group of Members of Congress have demanded a list of people who have applied for taxpayer-funded payouts from the Trump Administration’s controversial $1.7 billion slush fund. The…

Rep. Pettersen Votes Against $70 Billion Check for Trump’s ICE Operations WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) released the following statement after voting against Republicans’ budget reconciliation package that gives $70 billion in funding over three years to a…

Congressional Backing Can Strengthen Support for Firefighters’ Families A proposed commemorative coin would channel resources into counseling, scholarships, and long‑term support for grieving firefighter families Communities stop in their tracks when a firefighter dies in the line of duty. Each…

Rep. Pettersen Votes Against Republican Funding Bill that Slashes Food Assistance for Families WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) voted against House Republicans’ Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies funding bill that…

Ahead of Summer Travel Season, Rep. Pettersen Leads CO Dem Delegation in Demanding Answers from Trump as Gas Prices Surge Amid Iran War WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) led the Colorado Democratic delegation in demanding answers from President Donald Trump about…

Reps. Pettersen, Neguse Lead Colorado House Democrats in Introducing Immigration and Customs Enforcement Reforms Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) and Joe Neguse (CO-02) led the state’s House Democratic delegation in introducing three bills aimed at reforming…

RECOGNIZING CHRISTINE EZE Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 91 (Friday, May 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 91 (Friday, May 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E502] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

RECOGNIZING CLAUDIA IBARRA Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 91 (Friday, May 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 91 (Friday, May 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E500] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

RECOGNIZING OLI HINOJOS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 91 (Friday, May 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 91 (Friday, May 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E499] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING…

RECOGNIZING AMBER STOKES Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 91 (Friday, May 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 91 (Friday, May 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E503] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING…

RECOGNIZING DAVID GOLOSKY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 91 (Friday, May 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 91 (Friday, May 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E496] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

RECOGNIZING KENNA PARKER Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 91 (Friday, May 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 91 (Friday, May 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E495] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING…

RECOGNIZING SHAVALENE TENORIO Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 91 (Friday, May 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 91 (Friday, May 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E497] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

RECOGNIZING MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026)] [House] [Page H3684] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

During Mental Health Awareness Month, Reps. Pettersen, Yakym Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Youth Suicide Prevention Programs WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) and Rudy Yakym (IN-02), introduced the Evidence-Based Youth Suicide Prevention Act of 2026 ,…

Rep. Pettersen Takes Major Steps on Housing Affordability For Coloradans, Passing Her Bipartisan Bills in Housing Package Which Now Heads to the Senate WASHINGTON — Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) today applauds the passage of a major bipartisan housing package on the House floor…

Reps. Pettersen, Hayes Introduce Bill to Bolster Child Education Workforce WASHINGTON – U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) and Jahana Hayes (CT-05) introduced the Creating Early Childhood Leaders Act of 2026 , legislation to strengthen teacher preparation programs and better equip…

Rep. Pettersen Amendment in Support of Fremont County VA Clinic Passes House with Bipartisan Support WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen celebrated bipartisan passage of her amendment in the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs appropriations package aimed at supporting…

HIGHLIGHTING WOMEN'S HEALTH Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 81 (Wednesday, May 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 81 (Wednesday, May 13, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3447-H3450] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

Reps. Pettersen, Gottheimer Introduce “Feed Our Kids Act” to Fight Farm Bill Cuts to School Meals for Hungry Children WASHINGTON – U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), and Darren Soto (FL-09) introduced the Feed Our Kids Act, which would provide free breakfast,…

Rep. Pettersen Votes No on Budget Resolution That Sets Stage for $70 Billion Expansion of ICE and CBP WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) voted against Republicans’ budget resolution that would pave the way for up to $70 billion in funding over three years for Immigration…

Rep. Pettersen, Rep. Mackenzie Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Make Air Travel with Strollers Easier, Hold Airlines Accountable WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) and Representative Ryan Mackenzie (PA-07) introduced a bipartisan bill that would direct the Federal…

RECOGNIZING ABEL VASEY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E385] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

House Republicans Reject Pettersen’s Amendments to Protect Colorado Farmers, Families, and Wildfire Response WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen released the following statement after House Republicans blocked her commonsense amendments to the Farm Bill that would have helped…

Rep. Pettersen Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Marking National Fentanyl Awareness Day WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), Lori Trahan (MA-03), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Joe Neguse (CO-02), and Addison McDowell (NC-06) introduced a bipartisan resolution…

RECOGNIZING ALFONZE ROMERO Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E385-E386] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

RECOGNIZING ARTURO ARO CALVILLO Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E386] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

RECOGNIZING ASHLEY BECK Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E387] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

RECOGNIZING DELYLAH HAWK Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E388] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

RECOGNIZING EDEN RAYNE NEHLS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E389] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov…

RECOGNIZING EVELYN LUNA AVALOS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E390] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

RECOGNIZING IRA ARORA Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E390] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

RECOGNIZING IVAN RANGEL Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E391] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

RECOGNIZING ALDIN MEDNOLUCANIN Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E392] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

PERSONAL EXPLANATION Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 74 (Tuesday, April 28, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 74 (Tuesday, April 28, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E382] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] PERSONAL…

RECOGNIZING SIENNA KITTLES Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E375-E376] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…