December 2, 2013. Governor Hickenlooper today signed a letter lending his support to USS Colorado (SSN-788) Committee. He recognized the honor the role of the armed forces play in the lives of all Coloradans and the honor it was to have a ship bearing the name of the Centennial State. It is his hope that the effort would encompass Coloradans of all ages and backgrounds to demonstrate the states pride and enduring support of the military.