Minority Leader Rose Pugliese Honored at 2024 CCCS Legislators of the Year Ceremony for Commitment to Colorado's Community Colleges



(Denver, CO - September 12, 2024) – Colorado House Minority Leader Rose Pugliese was honored by the Colorado Community College System (CCCS) at the 2024 Legislators of the Year Ceremony. This prestigious award, recognizes her exceptional leadership and dedication to advancing opportunities for the state’s 13 community colleges and their 115,000 students.

"Education is the foundation of opportunity and I am deeply honored to be recognized by the Colorado Community College System for the bipartisan work we did to increase transparency for transfer students this session," said Minority Leader Rose Pugliese. "Community colleges are vital to our economy and to the futures of countless Coloradans, providing affordable and accessible education to students. I will continue to champion policies that ensure our community colleges can thrive and serve our students.”

Minority Leader Pugliese’s efforts have significantly bolstered educational access for students across Colorado, particularly through her support for legislation that strengthens the community college system’s ability to deliver high-quality, career-focused programs.

"We must keep working to ensure that every Coloradan has the opportunity to gain the skills and education they need to build a better future for themselves and their families," said Pugliese.

The Colorado House Republicans congratulate Minority Leader Pugliese on her well-deserved recognition and remain committed to advancing policies that enhance education and workforce development in Colorado.