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Udall: Latest Vestas Layoffs A ‘Disconcerting’ Effect of Congress Not Quickly Extending the Wind PTC
Tuesday, October 9, 2012 -
Udall Congratulates CU Scientist David Wineland on Receiving Nobel Prize in Physics
Tuesday, October 9, 2012 -
Udall, Colleagues Call on Defense Secretary to Eliminate Pentagon Waste
Friday, October 5, 2012 -
Udall, Bennet Welcome EWP Funding, Pledge to Continue Fight for More Resources
Friday, October 5, 2012 -
Udall Welcomes National Employment Numbers, Hitachi Data Systems Announcement
Friday, October 5, 2012 -
Udall Encourages Eligible Veterans to File a Claim for Stop-Loss Payments
Friday, October 5, 2012 -
Udall Welcomes FCC Plan to Use $32.6 Million to Expand Cell Phone Coverage in Rural Colorado
Wednesday, October 3, 2012 -
Udall, juwi Wind CEO Call on Congress to Extend Wind Production Tax Credit
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Udall Encourages Coloradans to Support, Celebrate Our Public Lands
Friday, September 28, 2012 -
Udall Congratulates Denver, Harrison School Districts on Receiving $12.9 Million in Competitive Education Grant Funds
Thursday, September 27, 2012
Op-Eds
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Farm bill addresses forest management
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Sinai chaos threatens Israel-Egypt stability
Thursday, July 12, 2012 -
Jobs at stake, let's pass the wind tax credit
Friday, June 29, 2012 -
Sen. Udall: Giving citizens power in a post-Citizens United era
Friday, June 22, 2012 -
Mark Udall: Leveling the campaign-finance playing field
Tuesday, June 19, 2012 -
Mark Udall: Our enduring economic driver
Tuesday, June 12, 2012 -
Commemorating Great Outdoors Day
Saturday, June 9, 2012 -
Detaining people without trial harms America
Friday, June 8, 2012 -
Military shouldn’t be over a barrel on fuel
Wednesday, May 23, 2012 -
Energy Security is National Security
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Blog
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National Public Lands Day
Thursday, September 27, 2012Our state is home to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the country. As a native Westerner, I’ve always been passionate about preserving our natural environment and our way of life. We as Coloradans take great pride in our wilderness, but we also must remember to take care of it. That is why this Saturday, I invite you to partake in the National Public Lands Day volunteer effort. Saturday, September 29th marks the largest single-day volunteer event for public lands in America.
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My shooting range proposal
Tuesday, September 25, 2012Last week in the U.S. Senate, my colleagues came together to consider the Sportsmen’s Act. This bipartisan legislation includes my proposal, the Target Practice and Marksmanship Training Support Act, which would free up more of the proceeds the federal government collects on sporting equipment and ammunition to expand access to public shooting ranges, all without raising taxes or increasing spending.
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One team, one fight
Monday, September 24, 2012Last week marked the one-year anniversary of the repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" (DADT), the law that previously prohibited gay and lesbian members of the military from serving in the armed forces unless they kept their sexual orientation a secret from their colleagues.
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WHAT I'M WORKING ON: Veterans Jobs Corps Act of 2012
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Wednesday, September 19, 2012In Colorado, it doesn't have to be Hispanic Heritage Month to notice the positive contributions that Colorado's Hispanic community has made to our great state. This month of recognition provides us with a chance to reflect on how the contributions of Latinos in Colorado have benefited our overall quality of life and how we can collectively celebrate the Hispanic community as a vibrant part of our Colorado family throughout the year.
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Do more than just remember
Friday, September 14, 2012This week, as we reflect on the 11th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, I join all Coloradans in renewing our vow to never forget those who were killed, the first responders who risked everything that day so that others might live, and the troops who have fought for us ever since. In one of the darkest moments in our history, the courage and selflessness of the American people shined brighter than ever as we stood together as one nation.
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WHAT I'M WORKING ON: Protecting Critical Watersheds
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WHAT I'M WORKING ON: Production Tax Credit for Wind Energy
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WHAT I'M WORKING ON: Protecting air quality in Colorado’s pristine areas
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Back to school, not the couch
Wednesday, September 5, 2012As parents and students navigate the first few weeks of the new school year, it is important to remember that physical activity is a critical part of having a healthy and alert mind. From rock climbing to mountain biking and skiing to hiking, Coloradans are fortunate to have so many options for fun outdoor activities.
Audio & Video
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Speech #17: North Carolina and the Wind Energy Production Tax Credit
Video | Wednesday, September 12, 2012Video requires Flash PlayerMark Udall spoke on the Senate floor this morning pushing Congress to pass an extension of the Production Tax Credit for wind energy. In his 17th speech, Udall focused on the economic impacts of wind energy production in North Carolina, which has 18 facilities that manufacture parts for the wind energy industry -- these jobs are all at risk if the PTC lapses. Udall will continue to urge his Senate colleagues to pass the wind Production Tax Credit.
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Udall Condemns Attacks that Killed Ambassador to Libya, Three Others
Video | Wednesday, September 12, 2012Video requires Flash PlayerMark Udall spoke on the U.S. Senate floor condemning the attacks that killed the U.S. Ambassador to Libya and three others.
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Mark Udall Commemorates 11th Anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001 Attacks
Video | Tuesday, September 11, 2012Video requires Flash PlayerOn Sept. 11, 2012, Mark Udall gave a speech on the floor of the U.S. Senate in remembrance of the 11th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and the sacrifices of U.S. service men and women since then.
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Speech #16: Vermont and the Wind Energy Production Tax Credit
Video | Tuesday, September 11, 2012Mark Udall spoke on the Senate floor this morning pushing Congress to pass an extension of the Production Tax Credit for wind energy. In his 16th speech, Udall focused on the economic impacts of wind energy production in Vermont. Vermont has enough wind energy to provide 160 percent of the state’s current electricity needs. Udall will continue to urge his Senate colleagues to pass the wind Production Tax Credit.
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Mark Udall Chairs a U.S. Senate ENR Committee Field Hearing on Colorado Wildfires
Video | Friday, August 17, 2012On Wednesday, August 15, 2012, Mark Udall chaired a U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources field hearing on Colorado wildfires in Colorado Springs. The hearing featured testimonies from and Q&A with expert panelists. It was held at University of Colorado-Colorado Springs.