How much Colorado is losing in federal funding

Colorado risks forfeiting $132 million in federal funding, with $76 million already lost in the first half of the year. This funding cut threatens crucial state programs focused on climate change, food assistance, and environmental justice. The largest loss stems from a $36 million allocation for electric vehicle charging stations, while an additional $19 million intended for climate-smart agriculture was also lost. Governor Jared Polis criticized the federal administration for attempting to retract funds that Congress had already allocated. Despite nearly losing $173 million for infectious disease tracking, Colorado restored $282 million in federal funds.

The state remains vulnerable to losing $52 million from Homeland Security and FEMA for security measures. Additionally, $4 million in American Rescue Plan dollars aimed at addressing unemployment hangs in limbo. The potential impacts of the Republican-drafted reconciliation bill loom as a further threat to state funding.