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Governor Jared Polis Discusses U.S.-Canada Trade Tensions and Tariffs on Power Play

Published | Video Starts at 00:53

We sure hope so. That brings down tariffs and barriers on both sides. For instance, one of our crises in Colorado is the high cost of housing. We would love to reduce the tariff on timber imports from Canada that directly contribute to the cost of housing. So we certainly have our goals. As for when it will occur, the sooner the better. I wish it was last week. (00:53–01:00)

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