Press Releases
August 4, 2023
"The Biden administration has made its mission to be the destruction of affordable and reliable energy. This administration has said that the purpose of banning gas stoves is to help children with asthma, that the removal of helium from the critical minerals list is due to an overabundance, and now, that banning the use of 1.6 million acres of public lands in Colorado is to help wildlife. In reality, these efforts all support the administration’s efforts to slowly destroy the fossil fuel industry which every single American relies on every single day.
Colorado's elk herd is the largest in the nation and has increased from 40,000 elk in the early 1900's to 300,000 today. Colorado's mule deer population has grown by 40,000 since 2018, and Colorado’s population of antelope have grown from 5,000 in the 1940's to 85,000 today. Protecting the sage grouse is the supposed rationale behind the Biden administration’s drastic action, but this species has experienced a 24% increase in its Colorado population since 2019. All of this growth has occurred in tandem with oil and gas production. Colorado is the fourth largest producer of oil in the country, yet still finds a way to ensure a robust and healthy ecosystem. These numbers do not lie.
By shutting down 1.6 million acres of land, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will spike the cost of energy for Americans across the country. I am a strong supporter of our wildlife and support reliable and affordable energy, but this BLM rule will hurt Americans who are financially scraping by while doing very little to conserve wildlife. This is yet another example of the Biden administration’s willingness to spread falsehoods in its quest to shut down fossil fuels,” said Congressman Lamborn.
Issues:Energy and Environment
August 1, 2023
Congressman Lamborn issued the following statement:
"I am pleased to join my colleagues in welcoming U.S. Space Command to its permanent home in Colorado Springs. Now that Peterson Space Force Base has been determined as the permanent home for USSPACECOM, our men and women in uniform can focus on deterring China’s aggression and protecting our most vital space assets.”
July 31, 2023
"Colorado Springs has always been the legitimate home of U.S. Space Command’s headquarters, and I am delighted that today’s decision validates this fact,” said Congressman Lamborn. “I commend the Biden Administration for prioritizing national security above political interests and keeping USSPACECOM in its rightful home at Peterson Air Force Base. This decision aligns with the best military advice of countless senior military leaders who all agree that Peterson Space Force Base is the most viable option for USSPACECOM to reach full operational capability the fastest and is the best permanent home for its long-term operations.”
“We live in dangerous times and we do not have the luxury of starting over with the headquarters in another location,” said Congressman Lamborn. “National security is too critical to allow for any delays.”
“China and Russia are developing their space capabilities at a rapid pace. It is essential that Space Command be best positioned to deter those threats today and in the near future. It is undeniable that this will be best done where the mission is taking place now and always has been, in Colorado Springs.”
July 27, 2023
"As the U.S. Representative of a Congressional district with one of the highest concentrations of veterans in the nation, I am pleased to fully fund our veteran’s healthcare benefits and invest in electronic health record modernization,” said Congressman Lamborn. “It is Congress’ duty to follow through on our promise to provide for our veterans. This bill delivers necessary funding to ensure our veterans receive the care they need and improves how the VA delivers that care.”
Image
July 19, 2023
Congressman Lamborn issued the following statement: "It’s time that we apply commonsense solutions to the wildfire crisis. This bill adds another tool in the toolbox to fight wildfires that have ravaged our forests and communities. I want to thank the Federal Forest Resources Council, Intermountain Forest Association, and the Colorado Timber Industry Association for their support of this bill.”
July 14, 2023
Congressman Lamborn issued the following statement:
“The FY24 NDAA prioritizes hypersonic development, bolsters America’s nuclear deterrent, and advances missile defense capabilities while addressing the pacing challenges posed by our adversaries. This legislation also strengthens America’s military space capabilities to protect our most valuable space assets and ensure American dominance."
July 12, 2023
"As Chairman of the Strategic Forces Subcommittee, I have had the distinct honor of working closely with my colleagues on the House Armed Services Committee on this year’s NDAA," said Congressman Lamborn. "This bill fully funds the modernization of our nuclear triad and establishes the nuclear sea-launched cruise missile as a program of record. It prevents the Biden Administration from attempting to retire any element of our nuclear arsenal and prohibits them from sharing nuclear information with Russia until they reciprocate."
July 12, 2023
"Fentanyl is a horrendous drug that has crept into our homes and schools. It’s produced and trafficked by China and other countries that are interested in destroying the lives of Americans," said Congressman Lamborn. "Educating students and providing lifesaving Narcan to schools will help us combat the Fentanyl crisis in our own communities.”
June 27, 2023
“Iran currently has enough nuclear material for several nuclear weapons and is likely months away from producing a nuclear weapon,” said Congressman Lamborn. While the Biden administration has failed to convince Iran to abandon this path, I am pleased to co-lead this bipartisan bill declaring that is it the policy of the United States, our allies and partners. Crucially, this legislation recognizes and supports the freedom of action of our allies and partners to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon, including Israel. We must pressure the Ayatollah’s regime and contest their malicious and destabilizing ambitions.”
Image
June 23, 2023
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Lamborn joined other members of Congress and leaders of the pro-life movement to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the Dobbs decision and recognize the right to life for all, including the unborn.