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Weekly Newsletter: October 23, 2026 - October 29, 2026

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October 29, 2026
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WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

October 23, 2026 - October 29, 2026


Thank you for being here and for trusting me to represent you.

It is an honor to serve you in Congress representing Colorado’s 4th Congressional District and fight every day for liberty, the Constitution, hard work, and common sense. In Washington the swamp never sleeps — and neither do I. 

I am focused on delivering results for 4th District communities, supporting farmers, ranchers, and rural hospitals, fixing roads and bridges, making life more affordable by reducing costs, strengthening local schools, and improving access to quality health care. 

Thank you for standing with me. Together we will keep draining the swamp and putting Colorado first.

For freedom,

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert

 

Resource Fair

Congresswoman Boebert's office hosted its Annual Agency Resource Fair in Loveland, bringing together federal, state, and local agencies to connect Coloradans with valuable programs, services, and resources. Attendees had the opportunity to meet directly with agency representatives, ask questions, and learn about available assistance for veterans, small businesses, rural communities, and more.

 

Business Leaders

Congresswoman Boebert met with business leaders at the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce to discuss the importance of prioritizing long-term economic growth and supporting local businesses. The meeting provided an opportunity to hear directly from community leaders about the priorities facing Castle Rock’s business community.

 

South Metro Fire Station

Congresswoman Boebert visited a South Metro Fire Rescue station to learn more about the fire protection, emergency medical services, and specialized rescue operations provided to over 570,000 residents across Arapahoe, Douglas, and Jefferson counties. The visit also provided an opportunity to thank local first responders for their dedication to protecting Colorado communities.

 

2026 District Visit Highlights

Chiefs of Police luncheon

Congresswoman Boebert attended the Weld County Chiefs of Police luncheon to meet with local law enforcement leaders and discuss issues impacting their departments and the communities they serve. The luncheon provided an opportunity to hear firsthand about the challenges facing law enforcement and public safety priorities throughout Weld County.

 

Sec of War

Congresswoman Boebert welcomed Secretary of War Pete Hegseth to Colorado during his visit to the state. The visit highlighted her continued work with the Trump Administration on issues related to supporting America's service members and strengthening our military.

 

Water Congress

Congresswoman Boebert addresses the Colorado Water Congress Annual Convention to discuss her continued efforts to secure clean, reliable water for communities across Colorado. She highlighted the tens of millions of dollars in bipartisan water infrastructure funding secured during her time in Congress and reaffirmed her commitment to advancing additional water throughout the state.

 

Highlights of the Week

 

Rep. Boebert Championed Legislation:

H.R. 7817 – No Federal Tax Dollars for Illegal Aliens Health Insurance Act of 2026

  • Sponsor: Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO)
  • Co-Sponsors: Rep. Jeff Hurd (R-CO), Rep. Jeff Crank (R-CO), Rep. Gabe Evans (R-CO), Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL), Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL), +10
  • Summary: This bill would prohibit federal taxpayer funds provided through Affordable Care Act state waivers from being used to subsidize health insurance coverage or provide other benefits to individuals who are not U.S. citizens, nationals, or lawfully present immigrants. The bill would also require the Department of Health and Human Services to rescind previously approved waivers that do not comply with these restrictions.
  • X Post: Introducing the No Federal Tax Dollars for Illegal Aliens Health Insurance Act of 2026

 

Cosponsored Legislation:

H.R. 8591 – No Capital Gains Tax on Family Farms Act

  • Sponsor: Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY)
  • Co-Sponsors: Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO), Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA), Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX), Rep. Warren Davidson (R-OH), Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN) +6
  • Summary: This legislation would eliminate federal capital gains taxes on qualifying farmland sales to family members, helping agricultural families transfer their farms to the next generation. 

H.R. 8374 – Equal Treatment for Farmers Act

  • Sponsor: Rep. Mark Harris (R-NC)
  • Co-Sponsors: Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO), Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN), Rep. Josh Brecheen (R-OK), Rep. Buddy Carter (R-GA), Rep, Andrew Clyde (R-GA), +21
  • Summary: This bill would remove federal statutory provisions specifically referencing socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers, changing how certain federal agricultural programs address those classifications. 

H.R. 8034 – Protecting America’s Small Oil and Gas Producers and Rural Jobs Act

  • Sponsor: Rep. Tracey Mann (R-KS)
  • Co-Sponsors: Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO), Rep. Ron Estes (R-KS), Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX), Rep. Derek Schmidt (R-KS), Rep. Pat Fallon (R-TX), +7
  • Summary: This bill would modify federal tax rules governing percentage depletion deductions for oil and gas wells, providing tax relief intended to support smaller domestic energy producers and rural energy jobs. 

H.R. 7880 – Interstate Milk Freedom Act of 2026

  • Sponsor: Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY)
  • Co-Sponsors: Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO), Rep. Chellie Pingree (D-ME), Rep. Warren Davidson (R-OH), Rep. Glenn Grothman (R-WI), Rep. Clay Higgins (R-LA), +4
  • Summary: This bill would prohibit federal interference with interstate sales of unpasteurized milk and milk products when those products are produced and transported in compliance with applicable state laws and permitted for sale in both states. 

H.R. 8194 – Agent Orange Service Medal Act

  • Sponsor: Rep. Jefferson Van Drew (R-NJ)
  • Co-Sponsors: Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO), Rep. Joe Courtney (D-CT), Rep. Richard Neal (D-MA), Rep. Adelita Grijalva (D-AZ), Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) +3
  • Summary: This bill would establish the Agent Orange Veterans Service Medal to recognize veterans exposed to Agent Orange and other qualifying herbicides during their military service, including provisions for medals to be awarded to eligible deceased veterans' next of kin. 

 

News Coverage and Interviews

Washington Times | CLB Op-ed: Onshore the federal government's digital infrastructure

“Amid the constant debate over artificial intelligence “guardrails,” the first and most essential is simple. The source code acquired by and supporting the U.S. government must be 100% developed and managed by Americans in America.”

 

Press Releases

October 26th | REP. BOEBERT ANNOUNCES ANNUAL AGENCY RESOURCE FAIR

 

Letter of the Week

 

Letter to President Trump and Vice President Vance –Protecting Second Amendment Rights and Ending the ATF’s Gun Registry

 

Summary: Congresswoman Boebert joined her colleagues in urging President Trump and Vice President Vance to investigate the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) database containing more than 1.4 billion firearm records, raising concerns that it violates federal prohibitions on gun registries. The letter calls for an independent investigation, the destruction of unlawfully maintained records, and stronger safeguards to protect the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding Americans.

 

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October 23rd:

            X | Weld County Chiefs of Police luncheon

October 26th:

            X | Service Academy interview sessions

October 27th:

            X | Visiting one of South Metro Fire Rescue’s 30 fire stations

October 28th:

            X | Discussion with business leaders at the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce

October 29th:

            X | Touring the Rueter-Hess Reservoir