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State Sen. Cleave Simpson

State Sen. Cleave Simpson picked to lead Colorado’s Senate Republicans
Regional News

State Sen. Cleave Simpson picked to lead Colorado’s Senate Republicans

Republican Sen. Cleave Simpson speaks against proposed gun control measures, March 10, 2023, in the Senate. (Hart Van Denburg/CPR News)…

June 13, 2025
Sen. Cleave Simpson and Rep. Katie Stewart attend Bayfield Legislative Lowdown
Local News

Sen. Cleave Simpson and Rep. Katie Stewart attend Bayfield Legislative Lowdown

Elected officials respond to questions about gun bills, TABOR

May 17, 2025
Lawmakers OK bill allowing counties to increase lodgers tax
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Lawmakers OK bill allowing counties to increase lodgers tax

Legislation could pave way for La Plata County ballot question this year

April 17, 2025
Sen. Cleave Simpson wins reelection in Senate District 6
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Sen. Cleave Simpson wins reelection in Senate District 6

Republican incumbent secured a 10% margin of victory over Democrat Vivian Smotherman

November 6, 2024
Cleave Simpson, Senate District 6 incumbent, leans into local control
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Cleave Simpson, Senate District 6 incumbent, leans into local control

Republican is fielding a challenge from Vivian Smotherman in critical race

October 17, 2024
Bill would reauthorize Colorado’s Indian boarding school research program
Regional News

Bill would reauthorize Colorado’s Indian boarding school research program

Historical society would receive $1 million in funding to conduct research and tribal consultations

April 12, 2024
La Plata County commissioners officially neutral on Prop. HH, unofficially concerned
Local News

La Plata County commissioners officially neutral on Prop. HH, unofficially concerned

regional leaders voice conflicted feelings and serious concerns

October 15, 2023

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