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On the recordFebruary 24, 2025
Unfortunately, Republican Leadership denied my ability to vote remotely after giving birth to my son, Sam, but that’s not stopping us from showing up to vote NO on this disastrous budget proposal.
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Brittany Pettersen
Democratic · Colorado

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Pettersen condemned the budget proposal while highlighting her recent challenges.

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