SB 18-242

Senate Bill 18-242, which has been signed into law, requires people taking an oath for a public office in Colorado to swear by the "everliving God" and to do so with their hand raised. This affects anyone who is sworn into a public office or position within the state. Now that it's signed, this bill is officially part of the law and must be followed when officials take their oaths.

Official Summary

The bill requires a person swearing an oath of office for a public office or position to do so by swearing by the everliving God. The bill also requires the person swearing the oath of office to do so with an uplifted hand. (Note: This summary applies to the reengrossed version of this bill as introduced in the second house.) , Read More

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