HB 24-1333

House Bill 24-1333, which has been approved by the governor and will take effect on August 7, 2024, extends the regulation of private occupational schools in Colorado for another 11 years until September 1, 2035. The bill also requires that any change in ownership of these schools must be approved beforehand by a board. This affects both the schools and their agents who operate within Colorado’s regulatory framework.

Official Summary

The act implements the recommendations of the department of regulatory agencies (department), as contained in the department's 2023 sunset review and report of the "Private Occupational Education Act of 1981" by: Continuing the regulation of private occupational schools and their agents; Continuing the functions of the private occupational school division and the private occupational school board (board) for 11 years, until September 1, 2035; and Requiring the board to grant prior approval when a private occupational school changes ownership. APPROVED by Governor May 28, 2024 EFFECTIVE August 7, 2024(Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

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