Committees and Caucuses

Congressman Gabe Evans is currently a member of the following committees and caucuses:

Committees:

Energy and Commerce Committee

Subcommittee on Energy
Subcommittee on Environment
Subcommittee on Trade

Energy and Commerce is the oldest standing legislative committee in the U.S. House of Representatives and it has broad jurisdiction over health care, energy, environment, technology, data privacy and security, broadband, and much more. For more information on the Energy and Commerce Committee, visit their website here. Read Congressman Evans' statement on being selected for the committee here.

Homeland Security Committee

Emergency Management and Tech
Counterterrorism and Intelligence

The Homeland Security Committee was created in the aftermath of September 11, 2001 to ensure the American people are protected from terrorist attacks and to provide oversight on legislation related to security of the United States. For more information on the Homeland Security Committee, visit their website here.

Caucuses:

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FY 2026 Community Project Funding Request Disclosure

Project Title:
Expansion for Justice and Freedom Program for Victims of Commercial Sexual Exploitation
Intended Recipient and Address:
From Silenced to Saved
1555 North Grant Street
Denver, CO 80203
Request Amount:
$600,000
Explanation of the Request:
This project will expand funding to the Justice and Freedom programs which provide training to law enforcement and resources to victims aimed at combating commercial sexual exploitation and supporting those impacted by human trafficking in the Northern Denver Metro Area.
Federal Nexus:
The project has a Federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by 34 U.S.C. § 10152.
Member Certification Form
Project Title:
Firestone Police Department’s Advancing Public Safety Through Technology Initiative
Intended Recipient and Address:
Town of Firestone
9950 Park Avenue
Firestone, CO 80504
Request Amount:
$75,000
Explanation of the Request:
This project funding would be used to acquire equipment directly supporting the Department’s Strategic Plan initiatives, enabling the Firestone Police Department to modernize frontline operations, increase officer safety, and deliver more proactive and data driven public safety services. This project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will enhance the safety and survivability of both law enforcement officers and the community they protect.
Federal Nexus:
The project has a Federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by 34 U.S.C. § 10152.
Member Certification Form
Project Title:
Thornton Crime Lab Enhancements
Intended Recipient and Address:
City of Thorton
9551 Civic Cener Drive
Thornton, CO 80229
Request Amount:
$420,000
Explanation of the Request:
This project will allow the Thornton Police Department to maintain their commitment to public safety by providing funds for the redesign of the department’s existing crime lab and enhance it with state-of-the-art equipment that will enable rapid collection, analysis, and cross-reference of forensic evidence.
Federal Nexus:
The project has a Federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by 34 U.S.C. § 10152.
Member Certification Form
Project Title:
City of Greeley - Gold Hill Pipeline
Intended Recipient and Address:
City of Greeley
1001 11^th Avenue
Greeley, CO 80631
Request Amount:
$10,000,000
Explanation of the Request:
This project will provide funds for the installation of an interconnection pipeline between two water treatment plants to strengthen the resiliency of the water system and protect residents from the impact of wildland fires in the five source water watersheds. This pipeline is vital to provide emergency treated water to Northern Colorado communities and agricultural producers to reduce risks of disasters, strengthen food security, and, ultimately, save lives.
Federal Nexus:
The project has a Federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by 42 U.S.C. § 5133.
Member Certification Form
Project Title:
Construction of an Oil & Gas Demonstration Wellhead Assembly Site and Equipment for Simulated-Based Learning for Industrial Technology and Energy Studies and Oil & Gas Programs
Intended Recipient and Address:
Aim Local College District DBA Aims Community College
5401 West 20th Street
Greeley, Colorado 80632
Request Amount:
$1,197,000
Explanation of the Request:
The funding would be used to enhance experiential learning for students in Aims Community College’s Industrial Technology and Energy Studies (ITES) and Oil & Gas (O&G) programs to bolster workforce development in Northern Colorado. This project would construct and install a full wellhead assembly to serve as a demonstration site for students to gain valuable hands-on training experience. This project also invests in innovative educational equipment to expand the current capabilities of the classrooms and laboratories to incorporate simulation-based learning. Aims is located in Weld County, which produces 83% of oil and 56% of natural gas in Colorado. This project will better prepare students and community members to pursue high-paying jobs in local energy and manufacturing industries, which face chronic workforce shortages.
Federal Nexus:
The project has a Federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized under 42 U.S.C. 5305(a)(2).
Member Certification Form
Project Title:
Weld County Road 7 Paving Project - Mead to Berthoud
Intended Recipient and Address:
Town of Mead
441 3rd Street
Mead, CO 80542
Request Amount:
$6,777,070
Explanation of the Request:
This funding would be used for the reconstruction and paving of approximately two miles of Weld County Road 7 (WCR7), which is currently a gravel road. Proposed improvements include a 32-foot-wide asphalt paved roadway with appropriate 3:1 side slopes and stormwater/drainage ditches on each side. This investment provides crucial long-term safety, mobility, and system preservation advantages that align with state and regional transportation goals. This section of WCR7 is often used as a bypass to 1-25 during times of heavy congestion, and the upcoming 5-year reconstruction of I-25 segment 5 heightens the immediate need for this project to relieve traffic congestion and enhance safety of motorists, construction personnel, and emergency responders.
Federal Nexus:
The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized under 23 USC 133
Member Certification Form
Project Title:
Goat Hill Drainage and Roadway Improvement Project
Intended Recipient and Address:
Adams County
4430 South Adams County Parkway
Brighton, Colorado 80601
Request Amount:
$4,800,000
Explanation of the Request:
The funding would be used to improve stormwater drainage and roadway safety in the Goat Hill neighborhood. Improvements to the most high-need roadway sections include widening roadways, installing curbs and gutters, updating sidewalks (including ramps and facilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act), securing pedestrian crossings, relocating objects in the right-of-way and existing utilities, and upgrading the stormwater drainage systems, including the incorporation of stormwater quality treatment facilities. This project will deliver long-term solutions to immediate needs prioritizing safety and mobility in this community in unincorporated Adams County that has been long overlooked and under-invested.
Federal Nexus:
The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized under 42 U.S.C. 5305(a)(1).
Member Certification Form
Project Title:
I-76 and Bromley Lane Capital improvement Project
Intended Recipient and Address:
City of Brighton
500 S. 4^th Avenue
Brighton, Colorado 80601
Request Amount:
$1,800,000
Explanation of the Request:
The funding will be used to replace the existing stop-control traffic configuration with new traffic signals and other safety improvement measures at the I-76 and Bromley Lane interchange. With signaled interchange control, dedicated turn phases, and improved lighting on the roadway, this project will improve safety in Brighton’s rapidly growing community. This project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will reduce accidents and improve traffic conditions in one of Brighton’s most heavily trafficked intersections.
Federal Nexus:
The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized under 23 USC 133
Member Certification Form
Project Title:
Expanding Quantum Workforce by Creating Advanced Manufacturing Pathways
Intended Recipient and Address:
Westminster Public Schools
2401 W 80th Avenue
Denver, Colorado 80221
Request Amount:
$1,258,115
Explanation of the Request:
The funding would be used to expand advanced manufacturing pathways to Adams County at the Iver C. Ranum Innovation Campus, in direct partnership with Front Range Community College (FRCC). This partnership will provide hands-on, early exposure to automation, engineering, and advanced manufacturing technology, starting in 10th grade, for students and adult learners further specialize in quantum and mechatronics. Beyond its immediate impact, this project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it sustains long-term workforce development in Adams County. As Colorado continues to position itself as a national leader in advanced manufacturing, this project will strengthen the local talent pipeline, ensuring that jobs and economic growth remain within the state. By aligning workforce development with regional industry needs, this initiative will provide lasting benefits for students, employers, and the broader economy.
Federal Nexus:
The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized under 42 U.S.C. 5305(a)(2).
Member Certification Form
Project Title:
Northstar Neighborhood Mobility Improvement Project
Intended Recipient and Address:
City of Thornton
9500 Civic Center Drive
Thornton, Colorado 80229
Request Amount:
$1,000,000
Explanation of the Request:
The funding will make much needed mobility improvements to the Northstar neighborhood, bringing the area up to current ADA standards and providing an accessible route for residents to the nearby school, park, train system, and bus station. This project addresses current deficiencies in resident mobility and accessibility in a growing area in Adams County, allowing constituents greater ease of travel and opportunities to utilize community resources and businesses.
Federal Nexus:
The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized under 42 U.S.C. 5305(a)(5).
Member Certification Form
Project Title:
E. 88th Avenue Corridor Improvement Project – Segment B
Intended Recipient and Address:
City of Commerce City
7887 E. 60th Avenue
Commerce City, Colorado 80022
Request Amount:
$4,000,000
Explanation of the Request:
The funding would be used to create a safe multimodal travel corridor for residents and commuters along the vital 88th Avenue, between Interstate 76 and Colorado State Highway 2 and two blocks of Rosemary Street, by improving current and future traffic operations. The 88th Avenue corridor is currently a two-lane street lacking multimodal facilities and shoulders and often faces significant congestion that creates delays for travelers, including freight and emergency response vehicles. The project will improve the flow of traffic for daily commuters, implement safe travel lanes for pedestrians and cyclists in the neighborhood, and contribute to the economic prosperity of our community.
Federal Nexus:
The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized under 23 USC 133
Member Certification Form
Project Title:
35th Avenue Multimodal Safety Enhancements
Intended Recipient and Address:
City of Greeley
2835 W 10^th Street
Greeley, Colorado 80634
Request Amount:
$1,310,472
Explanation of the Request:
The funding would be used for targeted improvements to multimodal safety at four intersections along the 35th Ave corridor including 16th St, 20th St, 22nd St, and 25th St. This section of the 35th Ave corridor is on the City of Greeley's High Injury Crash network. This project would implement specific safety interventions for long-term relief, designed to improve vehicle safety, enhance safety for vulnerable road users, mitigate speeding, and improve intersection lighting. This section serves as an important connection for students as well, providing access to the Greeley West High School as well as nearby elementary schools, parks, and other important community destinations.
Federal Nexus:
The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized under 23 USC 133
Member Certification Form
Project Title:
Chambers Road Improvements: Right-of-Way Acquisition
Intended Recipient and Address:
City of Commerce City
7887 E. 60th Avenue
Commerce City, CO 80022
Request Amount:
$2,500,000
Explanation of the Request:
This funding would be used for the right-of-way acquisition of Chambers Road between 112th Ave and 116th Ave that is necessary to implement safety improvement on this two-lane roadway that lacks multimodal facilities and shoulders and faces frequent traffic delays due to limited capacity. This project will allow for significant safety improvements on a roadway that provides critical connections to travelers and residents in Commerce City.
Federal Nexus:
This project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized under 23 USC 133
Member Certification Form
Project Title:
Weld County Road 13 and Weld County Road 20 Safety Improvement Project
Intended Recipient and Address:
Town of Frederick
401 Locust Street
P.O. Box 435
Frederick, Colorado 80530
Request Amount:
$3,100,000
Explanation of the Request:
This project will mitigate congestion, resolve safety deficiencies, and establish multimodal infrastructure to address community needs and safety concerns on Weld County Road (WCR) 13 and WCR20 in the Town of Frederick. This project will immediately provide safety interventions to the primary corridor in the rapidly growing Tri-Town area including Frederick, Firestone, and Dacono. WCR13 and WCR20 are experiencing increasing strain due to the significant population growth in the Northern Front Range, which has led to critical deficiencies in traffic operations, multimodal connectivity, and safety along this essential route.
Federal Nexus:
The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized under 23 USC 133
Member Certification Form
Project Title:
Taxiway Bravo & Echo Stage II Construction: Greeley-Weld County Airport (GXY)
Intended Recipient and Address:
Greeley-Weld County Airport Authority
600 Airport Rd, Unit A
Greeley, Colorado 80631
Request Amount:
$3,500,000
Explanation of the Request:
The funding would be used for Stage II construction of Taxiway Bravo, the Bravo 1 connector, and the connecting segment to Taxiway Echo to enable long-term airfield development program and significantly enhance the operational capacity, efficiency, and safety of the airport. This project aligns with the airport’s broader strategic growth plan, which forecasts the creation of over 4,600 jobs and $1.3 billion in annual visitor-related spending through expanded airport operations and associated economic development throughout the City of Greeley, Weld County, and the Northern Colorado region.
Federal Nexus:
The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by 49 U.S.C. 47100 et seq.
Member Certification Form