Brittany Pettersen
U.S. Representative · CO-7 · Democrat
Statements and posts
230 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Pick a week or a day to set the dates below. One count per message: copies of one post on X and Bluesky count once, and reposts aren’t counted. Shading is scaled to Pettersen’s own volume over the last 12 months (a typical active day = 1). May 25, 2026 – Aug 16, 2026.
All 230 statements
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Led letter demanding ICE disclose details on license plate surveillance network access.
“Reports that ICE is using local police as a backdoor to track people’s movements is terrifying and should alarm every single one of us. Especially during the Trump administration, which is looking for every opportunity to track and deport even law-abiding people”
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Introduced two bills restricting ICE access to disaster survivors' personal data.
“From the very beginning, Trump’s ICE agency has acted without regard for basic human rights and safety – killing innocent people, detaining people in inhumane conditions, ripping families apart, and spreading fear throughout our immigrant communities.”
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Demanded CMS answers on Trump guidance that could cut Medicaid addiction treatment.
“Like so many Americans, my mom was overprescribed opioids when she hurt her back when I was just 6 years old, which led to a decades-long addiction. When she was cut off from her prescription opioids without access to treatment, my mom turned to heroin and fentanyl to avoid withdrawal.”
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Reps. Pettersen, Beatty, & Kelly Lead Members Demanding Answers on Miscarriages in Detention
Demanded ICE answers on miscarriages and pregnancy complications in detention.
“Women are reporting pregnancy emergencies without adequate care, and ICE cannot even account for how many women have miscarried in its custody. That is appalling”
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Demanded answers from USPIS on armed guards deployed at Colorado ballot drop-off facilities.
“Coloradans should be able to cast their ballots without fear or intimidation. Deploying armed guards at postal facilities just as voting begins demands an explanation and urgent action”
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Introduced bill to permanently fund Payment in Lieu of Taxes program for rural counties.
“Our rural communities provide essential services on and around federal lands—from roads and schools to emergency response—and they deserve funding they can count on. These counties shouldn’t have to wonder every year whether the federal government will provide needed support for these services”
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Introduced bipartisan legislation to reauthorize sanctions against foreign fentanyl traffickers.
“Like far too many families, mine has been impacted by the opioid crisis. My mom struggled with a prescription drug addiction that ultimately led to heroin and fentanyl.”
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Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen's Statement on Her Latest Bill Passed by Both Chambers
Celebrated passage of Romance Scam Prevention Act through both chambers of Congress.
“If signed into law, this will be my sixth bill enacted during this Trump Administration – proof that we can fight hard against his lawlessness, cruelty and corruption, while also working to find common ground where we can. I’m proud of my record and I will keep working to deliver for the people in our district.”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to expand financial literacy resources for high school students.
“I know how hard it can be to navigate our financial system, especially for people like me who were the first in their family to graduate from high school and college.”
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Led 35 colleagues demanding Trump administration reinstate $38 million in canceled minority health grants.
“The Trump Administration just canceled 16 grants for essential funding used to support moms during pregnancy, babies when they are most vulnerable, and treatment programs for mothers who are struggling with addiction”
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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Eden Rayne Nehls for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Eden Rayne has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step. Students who strive to make the most of their education,…
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Recognizing Isabella Quiroz Garcia
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Isabella Quiroz Garcia for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Isabella has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step. Students who strive to make the most of their…
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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ivan Rangel for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Ivan has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step. Students who strive to make the most of their education, like Ivan,…
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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Heyzel Perez for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Heyzel has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step. Students who strive to make the most of their education, like…
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Recognizing Gustavo Prado Torres
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Gustavo Prado Torres for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Gustavo has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step. Students who strive to make the most of their education,…
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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Juan Luna Avalos for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Juan has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step. Students who strive to make the most of their education, like…
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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Alma Moreno for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Alma has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step. Students who strive to make the most of their education, like Alma,…
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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Malakai Regner for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Malakai has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step. Students who strive to make the most of their education, like…
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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Selene Nehls for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Selene has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step. Students who strive to make the most of their education, like…
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Recognizing Evelyn Luna Avalos
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Evelyn Luna Avalos for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Evelyn has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step. Students who strive to make the most of their education, like…
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Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen Joins Effort Calling Out Trump’s Attempt to Dismantle Head Start
Joined letter opposing Trump administration's proposed rollback of Head Start program standards.
“Head Start ensures our most vulnerable kids have access to the care, nutrition, and health services they need in those early years. I am proud to be a voice for the parents, like me, who are enraged by the anti-family, backward agenda of this administration”
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Recognizing Arturo Aro Calvillo
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Arturo Aro Calvillo for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Arturo has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step. Students who strive to make the most of their education,…
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Recognizing Mary Anna Sprengeler
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mary Anna Sprengeler for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Mary Anna has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step. Students who strive to make the most of their education,…
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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Yuliia Zhemelko for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Yuliia has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step. Students who strive to make the most of their education, like…
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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Brecklynn Solomon for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Brecklynn has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step. Students who strive to make the most of their education,…
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