Colorado 2025 Bills

Extend Early Childhood Leadership Commission

HB 17-1106 is a Colorado bill that extends and modifies the Early Childhood Leadership Commission, which works within the Department of Human Services. The bill updates the commission's mission to include support for families with pregnant women and young children, removes its funding from a specific fund, and allows it to accept donations and grants. It also changes the title of the person in charge from "executive director" to just "director." The bill was signed into law, meaning these changes are now official and will be effective until 2023 when another review is scheduled.

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

Vehicle Titling And Registration Inspection Requirements

House Bill 17-1105, also known as Vehicle Titling and Registration Inspection Requirements, aims to simplify vehicle registration processes in Colorado. The bill states that the Department of Revenue doesn't need to physically inspect a car's details if an applicant provides proof of purchase or shows current registration from another county within Colorado. Additionally, it introduces a pilot program allowing transportation associations to verify information for commercial vehicles' titling and registration, with strict conditions such as background checks on verifiers and financial guarantees against errors. This bill has been signed into law, meaning these changes are now in effect and will affect vehicle owners and dealerships when registering or titling their cars.

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

Division Of Motor Vehicles Colorado Driver's License Record Identification And Vehicle Enterprise System

HB 17-1107 is a Colorado bill that updates the state’s motor vehicle and driver's license computer system. It replaces the old CSTARS system with a new one called Colorado DRIVES, which will improve how the Division of Motor Vehicles manages licenses, registrations, and vehicle records. The bill also changes advisory committees to better fit this new system and allows for more efficient sharing of information between states. This update affects all drivers and vehicle owners in Colorado by ensuring their records are managed securely and efficiently through modern technology. Since it has been signed into law, the changes will start taking effect as planned, with some provisions beginning on September 1, 2018.

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

Retail Establishment And Performing Rights

HB 17-1092, a Colorado bill about retail establishments and performing rights societies, aims to protect businesses that play music by giving them more time to review contracts and ensuring they don't get charged for already licensed performances. It also requires these societies to publish their contract forms and fee schedules online so businesses can easily access this information. The bill increases the minimum damages a business can claim if a society violates the law from $1,000 to $2,000. This affects proprietors of retail establishments who use music in their stores and the performing rights organizations that license such performances. Since it has been signed into law, these changes are now enforceable by Colorado's legal system.

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

Increase Exemption For Life Insurance Cash Value

House Bill 17-1093 increases the amount of money that people can keep safe from creditors when it comes to life insurance cash value. Currently, if you have had a life insurance policy for at least 48 months, up to $100,000 in its cash value is protected from being taken by creditors. The bill raises this protection limit to $250,000. This change helps individuals who have built up significant cash value in their life insurance policies over time and need financial security. Since the bill has been signed into law, it is now active and provides this increased protection for policyholders.

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

Tax Credit Employer-assisted Housing Projects

HB 17-1091, a Colorado state bill that was signed into law, provides tax credits for donations made by taxpayers to sponsors (like the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority or nonprofit corporations) to support housing projects in rural areas. The credit is worth up to 20% of the donation amount, with a maximum of $400 per taxpayer per year, and can be carried forward if not fully used in one tax year. This bill aims to encourage investment in affordable housing for employees in rural Colorado by offering financial incentives to donors. It requires sponsors to report on the economic impact of these projects and will expire in 2031.

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

Telehealth Coverage Under Health Benefit Plans

House Bill 17-1094, also known as the Telehealth Coverage Under Health Benefit Plans bill, ensures that health insurance plans cover telehealth services (like video calls with doctors) just like in-person visits. This means your plan can't limit coverage based on the technology used for these virtual appointments and must still offer local providers for face-to-face care when needed. The bill also specifies that patients can use their own internet or phone connections for these services without having to pay extra fees, as long as they meet certain privacy standards. Since it has been signed into law, health insurance plans in Colorado are now required to follow these guidelines.

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

Sales And Use Tax Exemption For Historic Aircraft

House Bill 17-1103, which has been signed into law, provides a sales and use tax exemption for historic aircraft that are loaned to museums in Colorado for public display. This means that if a historic airplane is borrowed by a museum—whether it's publicly owned or nonprofit—and used only for educational purposes while on loan, the museum won't have to pay state taxes on this aircraft during its stay. The law applies when the borrowing museum is open to the public at least 20 hours per week. This exemption helps museums showcase historic aircraft without incurring additional costs, benefiting both the museums and visitors who can learn about aviation history.

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

Advanced Industry Investment Tax Credit Extension

HB 17-1090, also known as the Advanced Industry Investment Tax Credit Extension, is a Colorado law that allows investors who put money into specific small businesses in advanced industries to receive tax credits. The bill extends this benefit for investments made between January 1, 2018, and January 1, 2023, and increases the annual credit limit from $750,000 to $1.5 million from 2019 through 2022. It also broadens the definition of eligible small businesses to include those with less than $5 million in annual revenue or that have been operating for fewer than five years. The law has been signed and is now active, meaning investors can claim these tax credits based on their qualifying investments made since January 1, 2018.

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

Exclude Olympic Medal Income From Taxable Income

HB 17-1104 is a Colorado law that exempts Olympic and Paralympic medal winners from paying state income tax on any money they receive as a result of winning their medals, such as prize money. However, this exemption doesn't apply to individuals with very high incomes (over $1 million for most people or over $500,000 if married but filing separately) and doesn’t cover endorsement deals or non-monetary benefits. The law is now signed into effect, meaning Olympic medal winners in Colorado will no longer have to pay state taxes on their winnings from the Olympics and Paralympics.

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

Service Of Process To Secured Dwellings

HB 17-1095 is a Colorado bill that allows licensed private investigators to enter common interest communities, like HOAs or condominium complexes, to deliver legal documents (called "serving process") if they show their license and the documents. The bill also requires these communities to have procedures in place for allowing such deliveries without causing trouble. Additionally, it protects HOA managers and landlords from being held responsible for any damage caused by a private investigator serving legal papers, unless there was negligence involved. Since this bill has been signed into law, it is now enforceable legislation in Colorado.

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

Protect Human Life At Conception

House Bill 17-1108, known as the "Protect Human Life At Conception" bill, aims to ban abortion in Colorado by making it a felony offense to terminate an unborn pregnancy. The law includes exceptions for medical procedures that aim to save the life of the pregnant woman and treatments like chemotherapy or removing ectopic pregnancies where the death of the fetus is unintentional. This legislation would primarily affect healthcare providers who perform abortions, as well as women seeking abortion services. Since it has been signed into law, this bill is now enforceable in Colorado.

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

Voter Signature Verification & Electronic Petition Pilot

HB 17-1088 is a Colorado bill that was signed into law. It introduces new rules for verifying signatures on candidate petitions and allows candidates to fix any issues with their petitions if there are problems. The bill also sets up procedures for candidates to correct errors in the paperwork they need to submit when running for office. This affects anyone who wants to run as a major or minor party candidate in Colorado by requiring them to follow stricter signature verification processes starting in 2018. Since it has been signed, these new rules are now in effect and must be followed by candidates.

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

Prohibit Nuisance Exhibition Motor Vehicle Exhaust

House Bill 17-1102, which has been signed into law, makes it illegal for drivers to intentionally blow black smoke from their vehicle's exhaust pipes in a way that harasses or obstructs other road users like drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. This applies only to vehicles under 14,000 pounds. Violators will face a fine of $100 for this offense. The law aims to improve safety on the roads by preventing harmful behavior with motor vehicle exhaust.

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

Endowment Care Cemetery Authority

HB 17-1096, also known as the Endowment Care Cemetery Authority bill, allows cemetery authorities to request that money managers change how endowment funds are handled. Instead of just keeping the original investment amount safe, they can now invest in stocks and other assets, which could grow over time. The money managers and cemetery authorities need to agree on how often this extra money will be distributed (monthly, quarterly, etc.), with monthly being the default option. Since the bill has been signed into law, it is now official and active, meaning that cemetery endowments can start using these new investment methods as agreed upon by their financial managers.

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

Owner Tax Obligation For District Voter Eligibility

HB 17-1100, a Colorado bill that has been signed into law, changes the rules for who can vote in certain local district elections. Currently, someone who is buying property through a contract and agrees to pay taxes on it before owning it outright can vote in these districts. The new law says that this person must actually start paying those taxes before they can be considered an eligible voter. This affects various types of local government districts like business improvement districts, special districts, and water conservancy districts. Now that the bill has been signed, it is official law and will affect how elections are conducted in these areas going forward.

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

Repeal Ammunition Magazine Prohibition

House Bill 17-1097 in Colorado撤销了之前禁止拥有某些类型的弹匣的规定，并取消了对2013年7月1日之后制造的弹匣进行特殊标记的要求。这项法案影响所有在Colorado持有或购买弹匣的人，特别是那些可能因旧规定而受影响的人。由于该法案已经签署成为法律，这意味着上述限制已经被正式废除，不再具有法律效力。

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

Damages For Loss Of Use Of Rental Motor Vehicles

House Bill 17-1098, which has been signed into law in Colorado, limits how much a car rental company can be compensated when a rented vehicle is not returned on time. Instead of being able to claim full replacement costs or other damages, the company can only seek the actual profits they lost because the car wasn't available for rent during that period. This affects both car rental companies and their customers, as it sets clearer boundaries around what compensation is fair in such situations. Since the bill has been signed, it's now law and impacts all vehicle rental agreements in Colorado.

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

No Funding Trafficking Aborted Human Body Parts

House Bill 17-1099, which has been signed into law, requires Colorado state-funded higher education institutions to report every December if they have bought or traded in body parts from aborted fetuses during the previous year. If an institution admits to such activities, it will lose all state funding for the following fiscal year. This bill impacts public colleges and universities that receive state money and aims to prevent them from using fetal tissue for research or other purposes.

Last action: 2017-01-19 · House

Repeal The Death Penalty

Senate Bill 17-095, which has been signed into law, ends the use of the death penalty in Colorado for crimes committed on or after July 1, 2017. This means that anyone convicted of a capital crime after this date will not face the death penalty and instead will receive life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. The bill affects individuals involved in criminal cases going forward but does not change sentences for those already on death row before the law was passed. Since it has been signed, the law is now active and enforceable.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · Senate

Office Of Public Guardianship Pilot Program

HB 17-1087 establishes a pilot program called the Office of Public Guardianship within Colorado’s judicial system. This office will provide legal guardians for indigent and incapacitated adults who don't have family or friends able to serve as their guardian and can’t afford private services. The program is set to run until 2021, after which it will be evaluated based on its costs, benefits, and effectiveness before deciding whether to continue, expand, or end the program. Since the bill has been signed into law, this pilot program could start once it receives at least $1.7 million in funding from gifts, grants, or donations.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · House

Abortion Pill Reversal Information Act

HB 17-1086, also known as the Abortion Pill Reversal Information Act, requires doctors to give women detailed information about a potential method called "abortion pill reversal" at least 24 hours before administering abortion pills. This ensures that women are aware of all their options if they change their mind after receiving this information. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment must also post relevant details about this procedure on its website. Since the bill has been signed, it is now law and doctors in Colorado are required to follow these guidelines when providing abortion pills.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · House

Increase Documentary Fee & Fund Attainable Housing

Senate Bill 17-085 increases a fee that county clerks charge for recording documents from $1 to $5. The extra money collected goes into a new fund called the "statewide attainable housing investment fund." This fund will provide financial help to people who earn up to 80% of their area's median income, helping them buy or fix up single-family homes. At least 25% of the funds must be used each year for this purpose. The bill has been signed into law and is now in effect.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · Senate

Commission On Uniform State Laws Appointments

SJR 17-006 is a bill that allows the governor of Colorado to appoint members to the Commission on Uniform State Laws. This commission works on creating and recommending uniform laws for states to adopt, which can help standardize legal practices across different regions. Since the status of this bill is "signed," it means that the governor has approved it, making it official state law. This affects anyone involved in or affected by Colorado's legal system, as it ensures there are appointed members working on uniform laws for the state.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · Senate

Olympic Athletes Colorado In-state Tuition

HB 17-1081, also known as the Olympic Athletes Colorado In-state Tuition bill, allows athletes training in elite programs approved by the U.S. Olympic Committee and related sports governing bodies to pay in-state tuition rates at state-supported colleges and universities in Colorado, regardless of where they live in the state. Previously, these athletes had to reside specifically in Colorado Springs to qualify for in-state tuition; now, they can be based anywhere in Colorado. Since the bill has been signed into law, Olympic and Paralympic athletes training across Colorado will benefit from lower tuition costs at public colleges and universities.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · House

Measuring Delta-9 Tetrahydrocannabinol In Industrial Hemp

Senate Bill 17-090 is a Colorado law that sets standards for measuring THC levels in industrial hemp. It requires agricultural officials to test both the active form of THC and its inactive precursor (THCA) when determining if hemp meets legal limits. This affects farmers who grow industrial hemp, ensuring their crops comply with regulations regarding THC content. Since the bill has been signed into law, it is now enforceable and sets new guidelines for testing hemp in Colorado.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · Senate

Rule Review Bill

Senate Bill 17-083, also known as the Rule Review Bill, extends the validity period for most state agency rules and regulations that were updated between November 2015 and October 2016. However, it allows certain specific rules to expire on May 15, 2017, if they conflict with existing laws or exceed their legal authority. This bill affects various state agencies by ensuring most of their recent rule changes remain in effect while addressing problematic regulations that need further review or revision. Since the bill has been signed into law, these rules and regulations are now officially extended unless they fall under the exceptions listed in the bill.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · Senate

Operation Of Bicycles Approaching Intersections

Senate Bill 17-093, which has been signed into law in Colorado, allows people riding bicycles or electric bikes to proceed through stop signs and red lights under certain conditions. Riders must slow down, yield to other vehicles and pedestrians, and ensure it's safe before moving forward. However, they cannot make a left turn at a red light without first stopping. This bill affects cyclists and aims to improve traffic flow for non-motorized transportation while ensuring safety. Since the bill is signed, these rules are now in effect across Colorado.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · Senate

Authorize Local Governments Inclusionary Housing Programs

Senate Bill 17-086 allows local governments in Colorado to create programs that require developers to include affordable housing units when building new projects. This means cities and counties can make it a condition for getting approval to build something new that some of the homes must be affordable for lower-income families. The bill clarifies that this is different from controlling rent on existing private properties, which was previously prohibited. Since the bill has been signed into law, local governments now have the authority to implement these inclusionary housing programs.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · Senate

Hotel Wine Alcohol Sales

House Bill 17-1084, which has been signed into law, allows hotels in Colorado that already have a valid hotel and restaurant license to apply for an additional permit. This new permit lets the hotels sell bottles of wine in their restaurants, allowing guests to enjoy these wines either at the hotel or take them home. The bill impacts hotels and their patrons by expanding beverage options available during meals. Since it has been signed, the law is now active and hotels can start applying for this new permit to offer these services.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · House

Participating Provider Network Selection Criteria

Senate Bill 17-088, which has been signed into law, requires health insurance companies in Colorado to establish clear and fair criteria for choosing healthcare providers and placing them into different tiers within their networks. This means that insurers must ensure they don’t unfairly exclude doctors who treat high-risk patients or use discriminatory practices when deciding which providers are included in their network. The bill also mandates that these selection standards be made available to the public, insurance commissioners, and participating healthcare providers. Additionally, it provides a process for providers to request reconsideration if an insurer decides to terminate or downgrade their status within the network. This law aims to protect patients by ensuring they have access to a wide range of healthcare options without discrimination based on risk factors.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · Senate

Coverage For Drugs In A Health Coverage Plan

Senate Bill 17-084, which has been signed into law, ensures that health insurance companies in Colorado cannot stop covering or increase the cost of a drug for someone if that drug was covered when they first joined their plan. This means that once a drug is included in your health coverage, it stays covered without additional costs to you throughout your plan year. The bill protects patients from unexpected changes in their medication coverage and expenses.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · Senate

Allow Electric Utility Customers Install Energy Storage Equipment

Senate Bill 17-089 in Colorado allows electric utility customers to install energy storage equipment on their property. This means homeowners and small businesses can now set up systems that store electricity for later use or as backup during outages, which helps make the power grid more reliable and efficient while also saving money. The bill ensures that utilities simplify the process of approving these installations and treats customers with energy storage fairly by not charging them extra fees compared to those without such systems. Since it has been signed into law, consumers can now proceed with installing these energy storage solutions according to the guidelines set by the Colorado Public Utilities Commission.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · Senate

Allow Medicaid Home Health Services In Community

Senate Bill 17-091 allows Medicaid home health services to be provided not just at a client’s home but also in other community settings. This change is made to align with new federal rules for Medicaid, making it easier for people on Medicaid to receive care where they feel most comfortable and supported. The bill has been signed into law, meaning that these changes are now official and will affect Medicaid recipients who need home health services.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · Senate

Women's Health Protection Act

HB 17-1085, also known as the Women's Health Protection Act, requires abortion clinics in Colorado to submit detailed annual reports to the attorney general. These reports include information about the number and type of abortions performed, patient outcomes, and clinic conditions. The bill mandates that the attorney general inspect each registered clinic annually to ensure they meet specific health and safety standards. If a clinic fails to comply with reporting requirements or inspection standards, it can face fines, suspension, or closure. This law is now signed into effect, meaning abortion clinics in Colorado must adhere to these new regulations immediately.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · House

Immunity Peace Officer Background Checks

Senate Bill 17-092, which has been signed into law, updates Colorado's rules for peace officer background checks. Currently, when someone applies for a job as a police officer in Colorado and they have worked at another government agency before, they must sign a form allowing their previous employer to share their work records with the new potential employer. This bill adds that applicants also need to agree to let their previous private employers release any related employment information to the hiring agency. This affects anyone applying for a peace officer position in Colorado who has worked at both government and private entities before. Since it's signed, this law is now active and being followed by agencies when they hire new officers.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · Senate

Determinate Sentence For Indeterminate Sex Offense

Senate Bill 17-087 changes how certain sex offenders are sentenced in Colorado. Currently, these offenders must receive a life sentence with no set end date. The new law allows judges to choose between giving an offender a fixed-term sentence or the previous life sentence without a specific end date. Judges have to explain their decision and consider factors like punishment and treatment when making this choice. Since the bill has been signed into law, it means that judges now have more flexibility in sentencing sex offenders based on these new guidelines.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · Senate

Honor Colorado Professional Rodeo Association

SJR 17-005 is a bill that honors the Colorado Professional Rodeo Association for its contributions to the state's cultural and economic life. This recognition is symbolic and does not have any legal implications or financial support attached. The bill has been signed, meaning it has completed all necessary legislative steps and is now an official resolution in Colorado. It affects members of the rodeo association and supporters of the sport in Colorado.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · Senate

Make Felony Murder A Class 2 Felony

Senate Bill 17-094, which has been signed into law in Colorado, changes the classification of felony murder from a class 1 felony to a class 2 felony. This means that if someone dies during the commission of certain serious crimes, the person responsible will face slightly less severe penalties than before but still very harsh consequences under what's called "crime of violence" sentencing rules. The bill also adjusts the legal defenses available to those charged with felony murder. This change affects anyone who could be accused of a crime that leads to someone’s death and alters how such cases are prosecuted in court.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · Senate

BEST Building Excellent Schools Today Act Technology Grant Funding

HB 17-1082, also known as the BEST Building Excellent Schools Today Act Technology Grant Funding, updates Colorado's BEST program by including technology expenses under its funding scope. This means that schools can now receive grants for things like computers, devices, and other tech tools needed for teaching and learning. The bill requires the BEST board to inform schools about these new technology grant opportunities each year and to report on how this funding is being used. Since it has been signed into law, Colorado public schools are now eligible to apply for these technology grants to enhance their educational resources.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · House

Municipal Judge Advisement For Traffic Offenses

House Bill 17-1083, also known as Municipal Judge Advisement for Traffic Offenses, is a Colorado law that was signed into effect. This bill requires judges in municipal courts to inform defendants about their rights during the first court appearance for serious cases, but it excludes traffic offenses where the only penalty is a fine and no jail time is possible. Essentially, this means that people charged with minor traffic violations won't receive the same advisement of rights as those facing more serious charges in municipal court. Since the bill has been signed, it's now law and affects how judges handle cases involving traffic infractions in Colorado municipalities.

Last action: 2017-01-18 · House

Human Trafficking Sexual Servitude

House Bill 17-1072, which has been signed into law, updates Colorado's human trafficking laws. It makes it illegal for anyone to advertise or sell travel services that are used to facilitate the sexual exploitation of minors and extends this prohibition to cover people of all ages. The bill also requires that individuals convicted of such offenses be placed on the state’s sex offender registry, regardless of the victim's age. Additionally, it allows those who were previously trafficked themselves to petition the court for removal from the registry if they can prove that their actions were a result of being trafficked by another person. This law affects anyone involved in human trafficking activities and aims to protect victims while holding perpetrators accountable.

Last action: 2017-01-17 · House

Artificial Recharge Nontributary Aquifer Rules

HB 17-1076 is a Colorado bill that requires the state engineer to create rules for managing water artificially added to nontributary groundwater aquifers. This means setting guidelines on how to permit and use this type of underground water storage, which was not previously covered by existing regulations. The new rules need to be in place by July 1, 2018. This bill affects anyone involved with artificial recharge projects for nontributary aquifers, including water management agencies and private entities. Since the status is "signed," these rules are now law and must be implemented as specified.

Last action: 2017-01-17 · House

Funding Prevent Aquatic Nuisance Species

HJR 17-1004 is a bill in Colorado that aims to provide funding for preventing the spread of aquatic nuisance species, which are harmful plants and animals that can disrupt local ecosystems. This measure would affect waterways across the state by helping to fund efforts to stop these invasive species from causing damage. Since the status of the bill is "signed," it means that the governor has approved it, making it official law and allowing for the implementation of funding and prevention measures to protect Colorado's waters.

Last action: 2017-01-17 · House

Useful Public Service Cash Fund

HB 17-1077, also known as the Useful Public Service Cash Fund bill, establishes a fund within the Colorado judicial system to manage and support programs that oversee community service work ordered by courts as part of criminal sentences. This fund will help ensure that people who are required to do community service can be properly supervised and supported in their efforts. The bill has been signed into law, meaning it is now active and being implemented to benefit those involved in the judicial system through community service requirements.

Last action: 2017-01-17 · House

Water Projects Eligibility Lists

HJR 17-1003 is a bill in Colorado that deals with water projects and their eligibility lists. It was signed into law after being reviewed by the relevant committee. This means that the bill has now become an official part of Colorado's laws, affecting how water projects are managed and who can be included on eligibility lists for these projects. Since no official description is provided, specific details about its exact provisions aren't available, but it likely impacts stakeholders involved in water management and distribution in the state.

Last action: 2017-01-17 · House

Refund Monetary Amounts After Vacated Conviction

House Bill 17-1071, which has been signed into law, allows people who were convicted of a crime and had to pay money as part of their punishment to get that money back if their conviction was later overturned. This applies whether the charges were dropped or they were found not guilty in a new trial, or if they paid more restitution than they actually owed after an order was reversed. The state court administrator is responsible for issuing these refunds to eligible individuals. This law helps ensure fairness for those who have had their convictions vacated and want to recover funds they previously paid.

Last action: 2017-01-17 · House

Continue Fees Wholesale Food Manufacture And Storage

House Bill 17-1079, which has been signed into law, updates fees for wholesale food manufacturers and storage facilities in Colorado. The bill sets a $100 annual application fee for all businesses but adds an extra registration fee based on their sales volume: $60 for those making less than $150,000 annually and $300 for those making $150,000 or more. It also increases the certificate of free sale fee from $128 to $150. The bill exempts certain types of facilities like breweries and wineries from additional fees beyond the $100 application fee. This means that these businesses will now have fixed annual costs for licensing, with some variations based on their size and type.

Last action: 2017-01-17 · House

Arrest Of An Offender On A Deferred Sentence

House Bill 17-1075, now signed into law, clarifies when a probation officer can arrest someone who has been given a deferred sentence. A deferred sentence means the person hasn't officially been convicted yet but is on probation. The bill also updates rules for arresting people who are already on probation. This affects individuals on probation and those with deferred sentences. Since it's signed, the law is now in effect and must be followed by probation officers and courts.

Last action: 2017-01-17 · House

Study Drone Use By Public Safety Agencies

House Bill 17-1070, which has been signed into law, directs a state agency to conduct research on how drones can be used by public safety agencies like fire departments and emergency management teams. The study will look at the best ways to use drone technology for firefighting, search and rescue, accident investigation, and managing emergencies while also considering privacy issues and costs. After completing the study, the agency must start a pilot program using drones in real-world situations and then report back with their findings to relevant committees. This bill affects public safety agencies across Colorado that could benefit from drone technology but need guidance on how to implement it effectively and responsibly.

Last action: 2017-01-17 · House