GRAND JUNCTION, Colo.—House Republicans kicked off the second day of their Building a Better Colorado Tour by hosting a town hall at Colorado Mesa University and taking a tour of Haliburton’s bit service manufacturing facility.
“The Building a Better Colorado Tour shows the House Majority is serious about job creation” said David Ludlam, Executive Director of the Colorado Oil and Gas Association. “No one is better at creating jobs than Western Colorado’s energy sector, and we’re pleased to showcase member companies who are doing just that.”
The visit to the university marks the first official visit to the college after its recent name change. In the last legislative session, state Rep. Ray Scott, R-Grand Junction, carried a bill changing the institution’s name from Mesa State College to Colorado Mesa University.
Following a dialogue with area residents that focused largely on jobs and the economy, members of the House Republican Leadership took a tour of Haliburton’s manufacturing facility for more ideas on how they could facilitate job and economic growth in the area.
“The oil and gas industry in Colorado supports the livelihoods of thousands across the state,” remarked State Rep. B.J. Nikkel, R-Loveland. “Oil and gas is an invaluable economic engine here in Colorado, and House Republicans are working hard to ensure these jobs stay in the state for years to come.”
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