Colorado Leaders Oppose Air National Guard Transfer to Space Force

Gov. Jared Polis and bipartisan lawmakers argue the move undermines local authority and emergency readiness.

The Air Force's proposal would move hundreds of Air National Guard members to the Space Force without governors' consent.
Gov. Jared Polis and most of Colorado's congressional delegation strongly oppose the plan, citing risks to local control and emergency response.
Legislative Proposal 480 seeks to waive the requirement for governors' approval before transferring National Guard units.
The move could set a precedent for federal overreach, according to National Guard leaders and lawmakers.
The proposal is part of the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act and faces a lengthy legislative process.