Government
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Jefferson County Government
Information for Jefferson County citizens and businesses on properties and taxes, court procedures, licensing, assistance programs and more.
Colorado.gov
The official state web information portal with online services for citizens, businesses, licensed professionals and visitors.
WhiteHouse.gov
Access news and press releases, biographies of the current administration, visitor information and contact information.
Government Resources from the Library
Global Issues in Context
Browse up-to-date info on current world issues and international news, from business and economy to government and family life.
Opposing Viewpoints in Context
Use topic overviews, pro/con viewpoints, infographics, statistics and primary documents to explore both sides of issues in current events.
Points of View Reference Source
Get the full picture! Access articles that present multiple sides of controversial issues.
Global Issues in Context
Browse up-to-date info on current world issues and international news, from business and economy to government and family life.
Opposing Viewpoints in Context
Use topic overviews, pro/con viewpoints, infographics, statistics and primary documents to explore both sides of issues in current events.
Points of View Reference Source
Get the full picture! Access articles that present multiple sides of controversial issues.
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Local Government
Hand-picked by our expert librarians, explore these trusted resources to meet your needs.
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Elected Official By Address
Obtain geographical, political and additional information about Jefferson County addresses, including representative elected officials.
Jeffco Voter Information
Find election information, including voter registration, ballot-tracking, results and more!
Find Your Elected Official
Quickly identify and contact elected officials, including members of Congress currently representing you.
Elected Official By Address
Obtain geographical, political and additional information about Jefferson County addresses, including representative elected officials.
Jeffco Voter Information
Find election information, including voter registration, ballot-tracking, results and more!
Find Your Elected Official
Quickly identify and contact elected officials, including members of Congress currently representing you.
State Government
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Colorado Department of Revenue
File your state individual income tax or check on a refund/rebate.
Find Your Elected Official
Quickly identify and contact elected officials, including members of Congress currently representing you.
Colorado Election Results
Stay up to date on the latest voter registration data and election statistics.
Colorado Department of Revenue
File your state individual income tax or check on a refund/rebate.
Find Your Elected Official
Quickly identify and contact elected officials, including members of Congress currently representing you.
Colorado Election Results
Stay up to date on the latest voter registration data and election statistics.
Federal Government
Hand-picked by our expert librarians, explore these trusted resources to meet your needs.
Other Resources
Find Your Elected Official
Quickly identify and contact elected officials, including members of Congress currently representing you.
League of Women Voters of Colorado
Offers nonpartisan PRO/CON arguments, analysis and information for all national, statewide and local issues.
FAQs from the CO Secretary of the State
Find online answers to common questions about elections, voter registration, the Electoral College and more.
Find Your Elected Official
Quickly identify and contact elected officials, including members of Congress currently representing you.
League of Women Voters of Colorado
Offers nonpartisan PRO/CON arguments, analysis and information for all national, statewide and local issues.
FAQs from the CO Secretary of the State
Find online answers to common questions about elections, voter registration, the Electoral College and more.
Staff Picks
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Staff Lists
Liberation for All
The right to protest and organize is rooted in the history of the United States. Learn how the act of protesting has shaped our country.
Global Politics and the United States
Read up on fascinating trends in foreign affairs and discover what effect they have throughout the world.
Election Time!
These titles look at the candidates and the process, explaining what voting in our democracy is all about!
Liberation for All
The right to protest and organize is rooted in the history of the United States. Learn how the act of protesting has shaped our country.
Global Politics and the United States
Read up on fascinating trends in foreign affairs and discover what effect they have throughout the world.
Election Time!
These titles look at the candidates and the process, explaining what voting in our democracy is all about!
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