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    Perry helped fund improved learning environments for students and teachers alike and emphasized Career and Technical Education (CTE) to fill high-demand/high-paying careers for high school graduates.  Perry also restructured Colorado’s early childhood education system to make preschool more affordable and accessible; the foundation to lifelong learning.

Club 20 Dan Noble Award

Honors individuals who have made significant contributions to transportation and infrastructure, which supports education and workforce development through better connectivity and economic growth.

AGNC Appreciation Award

Acknowledges contributions to economic and regional development, indirectly supporting access to education and trade training by fostering community growth and development.

I’ve also helped fund improved learning environments for students and teachers while emphasizing Career and Technical Education which is a gateway to high-demand/high-paying careers for high school graduates. 

​​Lowering College Costs

Perry Wills Proven Track Record:

  • HB24-1365 – Opportunity Now Grants & Tax Credits: Provides grants and tax credits for workforce development in high-demand fields like healthcare, construction, and renewable energy. This law increases employment opportunities and ensures that the workforce is equipped with the necessary skills.
  • HB21-1246 – Support In-demand Career Workforce: Offers grants and incentives for career training in high-demand industries, expected to increase employment in healthcare, construction, and renewable energy sectors by 10-15%.

  • HB22-1155 – In-state Tuition for Colorado High School Graduates: Expands eligibility for in-state tuition at Colorado universities, reducing tuition costs by up to 30%. This law helps Garfield County students access affordable higher education, expected to increase college enrollment by 10%.

  • HB22-1005 – Health-care Preceptors Tax Credit: This law offers tax credits to healthcare professionals serving as preceptors, helping to train future healthcare workers and improving access to education in medical fields.

​​Promoting Secondary Education 

Perry Will’s Proven Track Record:
  • HB24-1365 – Opportunity Now Grants & Tax Credits: Provides grants and tax credits for workforce development in high-demand fields like healthcare, construction, and renewable energy. This law increases employment opportunities and ensures that the workforce is equipped with the necessary skills.
  • HB22-1349 – Postsecondary Student Success Data System: Helps local schools and policymakers track student success, providing support to over 1,000 students in Garfield County to complete higher education. The law improves graduation rates and supports academic achievement.

  • HB21-1006 – Fifth-day School Enrichment Programs Funding: Provides funding for fifth-day school enrichment programs in districts that operate on a four-day school week. These programs offer extracurricular activities, improving educational outcomes for students.