Beezley Announces He Will Not Seek Reelection

DENVER—Today, State Rep. Don Beezley, R-Broomfield, announced that he will not seek reelection in 2012.   

In a letter written to his constituents, Beezley cited family and business reasons for his decision.

“Any effort we undertake in life requires tradeoffs.  For me, the impact [serving in the House] had on my family and my business was well worth the tradeoffs to help stop Colorado’s slide.  Now that I have played that role, I will not be pursuing a second term.  My wife and my two young boys, along with necessary business considerations, must come back front and center—for now.”

Speaker of the House Frank McNulty, R-Highlands Ranch, congratulated Beezley on his work in the House, and added that he looked forward to continue working with him in the coming session and in the future.

“Don has accomplished so much in his first  year in the Colorado House.  I understand and respect his decision.  As one of six incoming Republicans who picked up a seat held previously by a Democrat, his sacrifice helped build our new Republican majority.  More than a number though, Don shared his views in ways that helped move Colorado forward and proved himself a true legislative leader and public servant.  His tireless advocacy for spending restraint and education reform will be missed. I wish the Beezley family all of the best and look forward to working with Don next session and in the years to come as he departs public service--for now.”

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