Published annually by CCLP, this report presents a collection of critical data designed to look beyond broad-based economic indicators to better understand how the economy is working for all Coloradans across the income spectrum. The report reveals alarming and...
Statement Regarding Conversion of Rocky Mountain HMO
This is a statement composed by CCLP's Health Program Director Elisabeth Arenales that focuses on ensuring the Rocky Mountain HMO is fairly valued through the conversion process and that the foundation receiving the proceeds of the conversion receives the full value...
The Flaws in “Impacts of Increasing Colorado’s Minimum Wage”
This brief critiques a study produced by Eric Fruits, an economist hired by the Common Sense Policy Roundtable, a conservative and business-aligned organization in Colorado. Fruits’ study, “Impacts of Increasing Colorado’s Minimum Wage,” makes a variety of claims...
CCLP’s 2015 Annual Report
This eight-page document highlights the Colorado Center on Law and Policies achievements for 2014-15. It includes a statement of financial activity and a complete list of funders. [button newwindow="yes"...
Elder Economic Security Standard Index
CCLP has commissioned the production of the Elder Economic Security Standard Index for Colorado 2015 (Elder Index), which provides an accurate measure of the cost of living for people over 65 in each county in Colorado. It measures how much income retired...
Medicaid for Justice Involved Adults (Resource Guide)
A large proportion of people cycling out of the criminal justice system don’t have health insurance and suffer from chronic health problems – including mental illness and addiction disorders. Such unresolved health problems contribute to recidivism and justice-system...
Assets & Opportunity Scorecard: Colorado State Profile
The Assets & Opportunity Scorecard is a comprehensive look at Americans’ financial security. This profile shows how Colorado measures up in five issue areas: Financial Assets & Income, Businesses & Jobs, Housing & Homeownership, Health Care and...
Legislative and Policy Preview 2016: Health Program
In 2016, our focus will be to ensure that Medicaid expansions are protected and that Medicaid is available to all eligible applicants and participants. CCLP will protect the interests of low-income Coloradans as Colorado moves forward with payment and delivery system...
Legislative and Policy Preview 2016: Family Economic Security
This year, CCLP is developing and supporting a number of bills to ensure that Coloradans have a stake in building an economy and human services system that create economic security. We are also collaborating with partners and coalitions to identify and develop...
State of Working Colorado 2015-16
Published annually by CCLP, this report presents a collection of critical data designed to look beyond broad-based economic indicators to better understand how the economy is working for all Coloradans across the income spectrum. The report reveals alarming and...