Elisabeth Epps is an American activist and politician who served one term as a member of the

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representing the 6th district. Elected in November 2022, she assumed office on January 9, 2023 and left office on January 8, 2025.

Early life and education

Epps was born in

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. She earned a

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from the

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Career

Epps is the founder of the Colorado Freedom Fund, a non-profit bail fund organization that provides financial support to individuals who are unable to post bail. She was elected to the

in November 2022 and assumed office on January 9, 2023. In the House District 6 Democratic primary held in June 2024, Epps was defeated by challenger Sean Camacho. She is a member of the

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Gun control

In 2023, Epps supported legislation that would ban assault weapons. In 2024, Epps supported similar legislation that would ban assault weapons.

References

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