Colorado's governor is calling on the legislature to replace the Department of Higher Education with a new state agency that would provide a one-stop shop for all post-secondary education options.

The 125-page report released by Gov. Jared Polis’ office proposes a unified department called the Colorado Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development. According to the report, the current system is too fragmented, uncoordinated and difficult to navigate as the state faces technology disruption and an aging population.

Colorado lawmakers are eyeing legislation next year that could lead to the formation of the state’s newest agency: a one-stop-shop for higher education and workforce resources, including training and apprenticeship programs.

Jared Polis has pitched a new Department of Education and Workforce Development as a way to improve Colorado’s economic competitiveness and be more “consumer friendly” to residents. The new department would merge functions from seven current departments.

Colorado’s education leaders and legislators are planning changes to the state’s workforce development programs – including the creation of a new state agency – to help more students earn college degrees,

Colorado's new plan integrates higher education with workforce development to strengthen career pathways and support economic growth.

Gov. Jared Polis asked the federal government to reconsider its decision to halt IRS Direct File in a letter sent Wednesday to U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.

President Donald Trump scolded Gov. Jared Polis (D-CO) for the plight of Tina Peters, a former state county clerk.

An attempt by Colorado Gov. Jared Polis to scrap a ICE cooperation lawsuit against him has been denied, with lawyers for the plaintiff saying Polis spent "over $100,000" to make the case "go away."

Colorado’s education leaders and legislators are planning changes to the state’s workforce development programs to help more students earn college degrees, certifications, and apprenticeships. Gov. Jared Polis,