HB 26-1068

House Bill 26-1068 allows members of the Colorado General Assembly to participate in committee meetings remotely, not just during disaster emergencies but at any time of the year. This includes both interim and legislative proceedings for joint committees made up of members from both chambers. The bill has been signed into law, meaning that legislators can now attend committee meetings virtually whenever needed, expanding their flexibility and accessibility.

Official Summary

The executive committee of the legislative council (executive committee) is authorized to adopt policies regarding the ability of members of the general assembly to remotely participate in interim committee meetings and in legislative proceedings during a disaster emergency. The act expands the executive committee's authority to adopt policies to allow remote participation in meetings of any joint committees comprised of members from both chambers that are held at any time of the year.(Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

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