State lawmakers filled the Colorado capitol on Wednesday for the first day of the annual 120 day legislative session. As in previous years, lawmakers from both political parties pledged to work together to tackle the state鈥檚 toughest challenges. But partisan battle lines are already being drawn. KUNC鈥檚 state capitol reporter Bente Birkeland has more.
All this week, KUNC State Capitol Reporter Bente Birkland will be speaking with with four key House and Senate leaders to talk about their expectations and priorities for the upcoming session.
Lawmakers Open 2012 Legislative Session
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