Hemp study pushed by lawmakers could aide toxic cleanup

Jerry Sonnenberg

Rocky Flats, site of a former nuclear-weapons plant, could be among the beneficiaries; so could the state’s ag economy.

Algae cleanup eyed: Is it worth the effort?

Jerry Sonnenberg

“What idea the EPA or the state may have for what’s economically viable for small communities hasn’t necessarily, I think, met reality.”

Parks, Wildlife now birds of a feather

Jerry Sonnenberg

“This bill is about good government … we will cut costs to taxpayers…”

Hick inks rollback of last year’s ‘ag tax’

Jerry Sonnenberg

Supporters say farmers, ranchers need the lift; opponents say everyone should give a little to balance a tight budget.

After a year on hold, ag tax exemption back on track

Jerry Sonnenberg

Lawmakers were told Colorado farmers and ranchers rendered last year’s legislation moot by shopping across state lines.

Panel says preservationists should yield to property owners

Jerry Sonnenberg

“I want to make sure that people using water in Colorado can repair or replace water structures without delay.”

Sterling lawmaker says he’ll move to restore ag tax exemption

Jerry Sonnenberg

“What we did with that tax is hurt Colorado businesses, local co-ops, and chemical dealers–because they lost the sale.”

State revenue officials keep watchful eye on tax checkoffs

Jerry Sonnenberg

Are some charities pumping up donations via tax forms to stay viable?

Lawmaker says DOW easement purchases could put a dent in general fund

Jerry Sonnenberg

These acquisitions were not a good use of sportsman’s dollars. I felt the DOW was overpaying for the access.

Could land acquired for wildlife ding local schools, state’s taxpayers?

Jerry Sonnenberg

“When we take this amount of land off of the public tax rolls, when we’re struggling in the state to meet our funding obligations, … we have to back-fill…”