Jeff Hurd, a Republican attorney from Grand Junction, has emerged as the representative for Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District after defeating Democrat Adam Frisch with 50.8% of the vote in the November 2024 elections. Hurd aims to bring a different style to the role compared to former Representative Lauren Boebert while maintaining similar priorities, including securing the border, growing the energy economy, and protecting Colorado’s water resources [56229b69].
One of Hurd's key initiatives is to support the relocation of the Bureau of Land Management headquarters back to Grand Junction, reflecting his commitment to local interests. He emphasizes the importance of bipartisanship and plans to work collaboratively with Colorado Democrats on critical issues such as water management [56229b69].
In Congress, Hurd will serve on several important committees, including the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, the Science, Space and Technology Committee, and the Natural Resources Committee. He aims to maintain effective communication with constituents and local media, ensuring that the voices of the people in his district are heard [56229b69].
Hurd's approach marks a shift in representation for the district, as he seeks to balance traditional Republican values with a willingness to engage across the aisle, particularly on issues that affect the local community [56229b69].