Madam Speaker, I rise today to urge my colleagues to support the bipartisan bill, the ELO Realignment and Strategic Engagement Reform Act. This bill consolidates the functions of two existing Department of Homeland Security offices tasked with public safety coordination into one centralized point of contact. DHS' Office of Intelligence and Analysis, also known as I&A, is the only entity in the U.S. intelligence community responsible for delivering intelligence directly to State and local law enforcement agencies.
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Gabe Evans
Representative · Colorado · Republican
Gabe Evans
House Floor
Recent comments in the House
Speaker, I rise today in strong support of the Deondra Dixon INCLUDE Project Act of 2025. I was incredibly proud to support this bill as it made it's way through the legislative process in the Energy and Commerce Committee, and I am looking forward to it passing with bipartisan support on the House floor. This legislation provides statutory authority to a project that the NIH has already been carrying out for nearly a decade to investigate the co-occuring conditions that impact Americans with Down Syndrome and their quality-of-life needs.
Mr. Speaker, today I rise in support of the SAFEGUARDS Act of which I am a proud original cosponsor. As my colleagues mentioned, this bill ensures that all revenue collected through the 9/11 Passenger Security Fee are invested back into aviation and airport security consistent with the fee's original intent. Just last year, this $5.60 fee on your plane ticket brought in over $4.5 billion from U.S. passengers.
Biography
Gabe Evans, a former police officer and Army veteran, was elected to represent Colorado's 8th Congressional District in 2024. Drawing on his public safety and military experience, Evans prioritizes border security, crime reduction, and support for law enforcement. In Congress, he has introduced legislation to increase resources for local police departments and serves on the House Committee on Homeland Security. Evans approaches his role with a pragmatic focus on community safety and accountability, working to address concerns voiced by his constituents.
Professional History
U.S. Representative
2025–PresentRepresented Colorado's 8th congressional district for 1 term.
State Representative, Colorado House of Representatives
2023–2025Served as a Republican member of the Colorado House of Representatives, focusing on criminal justice issues and National Guard-related legislation.
Company Commander, 2-135th Aviation Battalion, Colorado Army National Guard
2009–2019Commanded a company based at Buckley Air Force Base and flew UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters on wildfire suppression and search and rescue missions, reaching the rank of captain and serving in Operation Enduring Freedom from 2012 to 2013.
Officer, Virginia Army National Guard
2007–2009Served two years in the Virginia Army National Guard prior to commissioning as a U.S. Army officer.
Law Enforcement Officer, Colorado
Worked as a law enforcement officer in Colorado prior to his election to public office.
Firearms Instructor
Worked as a firearms instructor alongside his law enforcement and military career.
Policy Focus
Crime and Law Enforcement21%
Energy14%
Health7%
Government Operations and Politics7%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Gabe Evans's record in Congress.
School Safety Legislation
Sponsored bipartisan bills to improve school safety and mental health resources in Colorado schools.
Veterans' Benefits Expansion
Advocated for and supported legislation expanding benefits and support services for Colorado veterans.
Wildfire Mitigation Funding
Backed increased state funding for wildfire prevention and mitigation efforts in Colorado.
Public Safety Reform
Sponsored measures to enhance law enforcement training and community policing initiatives.
Committee Assignments
View details →- House Committee on Homeland Security
- House Committee on Energy and Commerce
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