DENVER - Tonight, the House District 29 Vacancy Committee, with 34 members present, unanimously selected Lori Goldstein to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of former State House Representative Shannon Bird.

The committee's selection ensures the constituents of House District 29 will continue to be represented by a proven and prepared leader.

"I want to thank the House District 29 vacancy committee for taking the time to be a part of making this decision," said State House Representative-Elect Lori Goldstein.

"I appreciate their support of me as well as everyone in House District 29 as I have been campaigning for November. I want to thank Representative Bird for all her support and for all her accomplishments she achieved in this seat. She has left big shoes to fill.

I am excited to serve the people of House District 29 and the people of Colorado. These are challenging times and we are going to have to make tough choices but I am committed to working with my new colleagues at the State House to come up with the best solutions possible."

"Lori Goldstein brings the experience, judgment, and commitment to public service that House District 29 deserves," said House Speaker Julie McCluskie.

"She is ready to get to work on day one, and I'm confident she will be a strong voice for her constituents and a collaborative partner in the legislature as we tackle the challenges facing Colorado families."

"Through her advocacy for Colorado kids on the Adams 12 Five Star school board, Lori Goldstein has earned the trust of her community and the confidence of Democrats across House District 29," said Colorado Democratic Party Chair Shad Murib.

"This selection ensures voters will be represented by a thoughtful, capable leader who understands the stakes of this moment and is prepared to fight for working families."

"Lori Goldstein has shown she is ready to lead and serve her community," said Adams County Democratic Party Chair Beckie Bean.

"Her commitment to public service and her willingness to work across communities make her an excellent choice to represent House District 29 at the Capitol."

"House District 29 voters will be well served by Lori Goldstein," said Jefferson County Democratic Party Chair Kathryn Wallace.

"She has deep roots in the community and a clear understanding of the issues facing Jefferson County families, and we're excited to support her as she steps into this role."

Colorado's vacancy process is a transparent, democratic system that ensures voters continue to have representation when an unexpected vacancy occurs.Local citizens and volunteers who live in and know the district choose a replacement through an open, public process, keeping power in the hands of the community rather than political insiders.

Learn more about the Party's vacancy process here .

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