Governor Polis Takes Action to Keep National Parks Open if a Federal Shutdown Occurs

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"Our state is proud to be home to world-class outdoors, including four national parks, that play a key role in our economy and way of life. Coloradans and millions of visitors every year -- many of whom are looking forward to seeing the beautiful Fall colors -- hike through trail systems and see the iconic natural wonders in our parks. Colorado's beautiful national parks belong to the American people and help support our local communities and economy. The closure of the national parks and other federal lands would hurt state and local economies, small businesses, and park employees. My action today will help ensure national parks and federal lands will remain open through a potential shutdown and protects Colorado from the damage closing the parks would have. I urge the federal government to reach an agreement, and I am hopeful they will do so to avoid a shutdown."

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