Colorado 2025 Bills

Transfer Funds From Family Support Loan Program

House Bill 17-1078 transfers remaining funds from an old loan program for family support to a new fund that helps families caring for members with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This change will help these families by providing them with necessary services using the transferred money. The bill has been signed into law, meaning the transfer of funds is now official and the new fund can start supporting families right away.

Last action: 2017-01-17 · House

Requirements Durable Medical Equipment Suppliers

House Bill 17-1080 updates the rules for companies that supply durable medical equipment like wheelchairs and oxygen tanks in Colorado. The bill requires these suppliers to be licensed by the state and ensures their service locations are within a 100-mile radius of any Medicare or Medicaid beneficiary they serve in Colorado. This means that if a supplier wants to do business in Colorado, they must have a physical presence close enough to serve patients effectively. Since the bill has been signed into law, these requirements are now enforceable and will affect how durable medical equipment suppliers operate within the state.

Last action: 2017-01-17 · House

Commemorate Birthday Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

House Resolution 17-1004 is a bill that aims to commemorate the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., in Colorado by recognizing his contributions and promoting his legacy of civil rights and social justice. This resolution affects all residents of Colorado as it encourages educational programs and community events honoring Dr. King’s work. Since the status of the bill is "signed," it has been officially adopted and is now a recognized commemorative measure in the state, meaning that activities to honor Dr. King on his birthday are supported by state recognition.

Last action: 2017-01-17 · House

Repeal Obsolete Law Colorado Congressional Districts

HB 17-1074 is a Colorado bill that removes outdated laws about how congressional districts are drawn. These laws became irrelevant after new district boundaries were set based on the 2010 census, and parts of them were declared unconstitutional by the state supreme court. The bill's passage means these old rules no longer apply, and it also simplifies the state’s legal code by removing over 9,000 words. Since the bill has been signed into law, its provisions are now in effect.

Last action: 2017-01-17 · House

Authority To Spend Money For School Awards

Senate Bill 17-076, which has been signed into law, allows the Colorado Department of Education to use gifts, grants, and donations directly to reward high-performing public schools with monetary awards or tangible items like plaques. This means that the department doesn’t need additional approval from the state legislature each time it wants to spend these funds on recognizing top-performing schools. The bill impacts both the schools receiving recognition and the donors who wish to support educational excellence in Colorado. Since it has been signed, the law is now active and being implemented.

Last action: 2017-01-17 · Senate

Subcommittee On Data Privacy

House Bill 17-1069 in Colorado establishes a temporary subcommittee focused on data privacy and cybersecurity. The subcommittee will examine whether government agencies are collecting unnecessary data, who has access to sensitive information, and how to better protect this data from unauthorized use or breaches. After submitting its findings by January 1, 2018, the subcommittee will be dissolved in July 2018. Since the bill has been signed into law, it is now active and the subcommittee can begin its work as planned.

Last action: 2017-01-17 · House

Enactment of CRS 2016

HB 17-1073 is a Colorado bill that updates and officially adopts the Colorado Revised Statutes for the year 2016, including any special additions made in that year. This means it makes these updated laws the official legal documents of the state. The bill has been signed into law, so now all references to Colorado's statutes will use this new version as the standard guide for what the laws say and how they should be interpreted. This affects anyone who needs to refer to or follow Colorado’s laws, including lawyers, judges, and citizens.

Last action: 2017-01-17 · House

Educator Effectiveness 50% Student Academic Growth

Senate Bill 17-067, which has been signed into law, changes how teachers and principals in Colorado are evaluated. Previously, at least half of an educator's performance review had to be based on their students' academic progress. Now, while districts can still consider student growth, it can make up no more than 20% of the evaluation. Additionally, educators who have been rated as effective or highly effective for a certain period may be exempt from annual evaluations for up to three years, during which they keep their current rating unless they request a new one. This bill gives schools more flexibility in how they assess teacher and principal performance.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Reporting Requirements By Colorado Department Of Public Health And Environment To General Assembly

Senate Bill 17-056 is about keeping or getting rid of certain reports that the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has to give to lawmakers. The bill makes some reports continue forever, while it stops others from being required anymore. This affects how often the department needs to share information with the government about public health issues. Since the status is "signed," this means the governor has approved the bill, making its changes official law.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Rural Broadband Deployment

Senate Bill 17-081, known as the Rural Broadband Deployment bill, updates how broadband networks are defined and regulated in Colorado. It also changes how financial assistance is given to telecommunications companies that provide services in areas with little competition, ensuring they can better serve rural communities. Additionally, it limits the amount of funding a household or business can receive for both wired and wireless lines. Since the bill has been signed into law, these updates are now official state policies affecting telecommunications providers and their customers across Colorado.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Transparency In Direct Pay Health Care Prices

Senate Bill 17-065, also known as the 'Transparency in Health Care Prices Act,' requires doctors and hospitals to provide patients with clear pricing information for common health care services. This means that when you go to a doctor or hospital, they must tell you how much their services cost before you receive them. The bill also protects people from penalties if they choose to pay directly for these services instead of using insurance. It became law on January 1, 2018, after being signed into effect.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

License Freestanding Emergency Departments

Senate Bill 17-064 creates a new type of license for freestanding emergency departments in Colorado. These facilities are independent from hospitals and provide urgent care services. The bill requires these clinics to meet certain standards set by the state board of health, such as safety requirements and transparency about fees. It also mandates that they submit data to insurance companies and clearly list their charges on billing statements and websites. Starting July 1, 2019, new licenses will only be issued if the facility serves an area with limited access to emergency care. The bill has been signed into law, meaning these requirements are now in effect for all freestanding emergency departments in Colorado.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Create Medication-assisted Treatment Pilot Program

Senate Bill 17-074, also known as the Medication-assisted Treatment Pilot Program, aims to help people addicted to opioids by providing grants to healthcare providers in Pueblo and Routt counties. These grants will fund training for nurse practitioners and physician assistants so they can prescribe medications like buprenorphine, which are used to treat opioid addiction, along with behavioral therapies. The program is funded with $500,000 each year from the marijuana tax cash fund and will run until June 30, 2020. Since the bill has been signed into law, it means that this pilot program is now active and in implementation to help address opioid addiction in these two counties.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Student Free Speech Public Higher Education Campuses

Senate Bill 17-062, also known as the "Student Free Speech Public Higher Education Campuses" bill, ensures that public colleges and universities in Colorado cannot restrict students' right to express themselves freely. This includes activities like protests, distributing materials, and holding signs, but excludes commercial speech. The law prohibits schools from creating designated free speech zones or imposing unreasonable time, place, and manner restrictions on student expression. It also allows students who face unfair restrictions to sue for court costs and legal fees. Since the bill has been signed into law, it is now enforceable and protects all current and future students at public higher education institutions in Colorado.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Repeal Joint Rule 27 On General Assembly Telephone Credit Cards

SJR 17-004 is a bill that撤销了关于立法机构电话信用卡的规定。这项规定之前可能限制或管理议员使用电话信用卡的方式。现在该法案已经被签署，这意味着原有的规则不再有效，议员们可以按照新的指导方针或者没有特定规定的环境下使用电话信用卡。这个变化主要影响到州议会的成员及其财务操作流程。

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Additional Funding Charter School Operating Costs

Senate Bill 17-061, now signed into law, requires Colorado school districts to share a portion of their local property tax revenue with charter schools on a per-student basis. This sharing will gradually increase over three years, starting from 33% in the first year and reaching full distribution by the third year. School districts can ask voters if they want to opt out of this requirement for taxes collected before July 1, 2017. Additionally, the bill sets up a fund to support charter schools authorized by the state that cannot access local property tax revenue directly. This law aims to provide more funding and support for charter schools within Colorado's school districts.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Residential Storage Condo Unit Property Taxation

Senate Bill 17-078, also known as Residential Storage Condo Unit Property Taxation, changes how residential storage condominium units are taxed. Instead of being treated like nonresidential property and taxed at a higher rate (29%), these units will now be considered residential property and taxed at the lower rate of 7.96%. This applies to buildings that store items from or related to an owner's Colorado residence, not for business use. To qualify, owners must submit an affidavit stating their intended use, which is verified by local tax administrators. The bill has been signed into law, meaning these changes are now in effect and will lower property taxes for eligible storage condominium units.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

School Counselors Early Support For Students

Senate Bill 17-068, also known as "School Counselors Early Support For Students," expands a grant program that helps schools hire behavioral health professionals and school counselors. Originally, only middle, junior, and high schools could receive these grants, but the bill now includes elementary schools in this eligibility. This means more elementary schools can get funding to support students' mental health and well-being by hiring additional staff like counselors. The bill has been signed into law, so elementary schools are already eligible for these grants to help them provide better support for their students.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Statutory Revision Committee Colorado Department of Education Title 22 Corrections

Senate Bill 17-052 is a Colorado bill that makes two changes to state education laws. First, it updates the date for counting student enrollment from October 1 to match how other parts of the law refer to this count day. Second, it removes outdated references to "accredited independent school" and "accredited nonpublic school" since these types of schools are no longer accredited by the state board of education. The bill has been signed into law, meaning these changes have now taken effect.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Income Tax Deduction For Military Retirement Benefits

Senate Bill 17-075, which has been signed into law, introduces a special income tax deduction for military retirement benefits in Colorado. This means that people of any age can deduct a portion of their military retirement benefits from their state taxes, starting at 10% in 2018 and increasing by 10% each year until all such benefits are exempt. The existing deductions for other types of retirement benefits remain unchanged. This bill aims to provide tax relief specifically for those receiving military retirement benefits. Since the bill has been signed, it is now law and affects anyone who receives military retirement benefits in Colorado.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Government Agency Special Event Permit Eligibility

Senate Bill 17-077, which has been signed into law, allows certain government entities and organizations that promote Colorado's alcohol beverage industry or tourism related to these industries to obtain special event permits. This means they can sell alcoholic beverages for a limited time at events they organize. The bill affects state agencies like the Colorado Wine Industry Development Board as well as local municipalities and counties with specific mandates to support the alcohol beverage sector or tourism in areas where such products are made. Now that it's signed, these entities can legally apply for special event permits to host such activities.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Employee Agent Purchase of Alcohol Beverages

Senate Bill 17-058, which has been signed into law, allows employees or agents of hotels, restaurants, taverns, and lodging and entertainment facilities to purchase alcohol on behalf of their employers. This means that staff members can buy alcoholic beverages for these businesses without the business owner having to do it themselves. The bill is now in effect, meaning these establishments can legally have their representatives handle alcohol purchases.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Create Rotation Schedule For Tax Checkoff Programs

Senate Bill 17-054 in Colorado creates a rotation schedule for tax checkoff programs, which are voluntary contributions taxpayers can make when filing their state income taxes. The bill sets up a system where each program appears on the tax form for five years and then takes a mandatory break of at least five years before it can reappear. This cycle repeats indefinitely. Some specific programs, like those supporting homeless prevention activities and military veterans' cemeteries, are exempt from this rotation requirement. The bill also extends the period during which some existing programs can be on the tax form for two more years before they must take their break. Additionally, it removes outdated laws related to certain checkoff funds that are no longer active. Since the bill has been signed into law, these changes will now go into effect as planned.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Regulation Of Methadone Treatment Facilities

Senate Bill 17-082, which has been signed into law, requires methadone treatment facilities in Colorado to undergo a more rigorous licensing process. This includes submitting to fingerprint-based background checks and providing information about any past regulatory actions taken against them in other states. The bill also mandates that the Department of Human Services publish details about each licensed facility on a public website for transparency. These requirements will be reviewed and then repealed by September 1, 2019, when certain provisions are set to expire. This law affects methadone treatment facilities and aims to enhance patient safety and oversight in addiction treatment programs.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Asbestos Litigation Trust Transparency Priorities

Senate Bill 17-053, also known as the "Asbestos Bankruptcy Trust Claims Transparency Act," aims to ensure transparency in asbestos-related lawsuits. It requires plaintiffs to disclose all their trust claims and related information before going to trial, allowing defendants access to this data to prevent dual compensation from both trusts and courts. The bill also sets strict criteria for filing non-cancerous asbestos cases, requiring clear medical evidence of impairment. Signed into law, the act now mandates stricter disclosure rules and limits on class action lawsuits in asbestos-related claims, affecting plaintiffs, defendants, and the judicial process involved in such cases.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Revisions To Victims' Rights Laws

Senate Bill 17-051 updates Colorado’s laws to better protect crime victims by expanding their rights and defining new types of crimes that can harm them. The bill includes situations like hit-and-run accidents causing serious injuries, violations of protection orders for stalking cases, and posting private images for harassment or profit as criminal offenses. It also ensures victims have the right to be heard at various court proceedings and to receive information about decisions made by courts, parole boards, and the governor that affect their case. Since this bill has been signed into law, it is now enforceable and will directly impact crime victims in Colorado who are seeking justice or updates on cases involving them.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Municipal Authority To Employ Police

Senate Bill 17-066, which has been signed into law, clarifies that Colorado municipalities do not need to go through a specific review process called "sunrise review" to establish and employ their own police forces. This means towns and cities can hire police officers more easily without additional bureaucratic steps. The bill affects local governments looking to set up or expand their policing capabilities, making it simpler for them to do so directly.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Reduce Amount Of Wages Subject To Garnishment

Senate Bill 17-080 reduces how much of a person’s paycheck can be taken by creditors when they owe money. It limits garnishment to the lesser of 25% of disposable earnings or 10% if someone earns below 250% of the federal poverty level, and it completely protects weekly take-home pay that is less than 30 times the state’s minimum wage. This bill has been signed into law, meaning these protections are now in effect for workers in Colorado.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Prohibit Discrimination Labor Union Participation

Senate Bill 17-055, which has been signed into law, stops employers from forcing workers to join a union or pay union fees as a condition of employment. It also bans agreements that require employees to contribute money to charities instead of unions. The law imposes penalties on those who violate these rules and allows the attorney general and district attorneys to take legal action against violators. This affects all employees in Colorado, ensuring they have more freedom when it comes to union membership without fear of losing their job or facing other negative consequences.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Colorado Healthcare Affordability & Sustainability Enterprise

Senate Bill 17-057, known as the Colorado Healthcare Affordability & Sustainability Enterprise, aims to help hospitals that provide care for uninsured patients by creating a new state program. This program will collect fees from hospitals and use this money, along with federal matching funds, to increase insurance coverage rates and improve reimbursement rates for hospitals participating in public health programs. The bill was signed into law and creates a board appointed by the governor to oversee these efforts. It helps ensure that hospitals can continue providing essential care without facing financial strain, benefiting both healthcare providers and uninsured patients in Colorado.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Roundabout Turn And Lane Change Signal

Senate Bill 17-059, which has been signed into law, changes Colorado's traffic rules by allowing drivers in roundabouts to turn or change lanes without using turn signals. This applies only within roundabouts unless there are specific signs indicating otherwise. The bill affects all drivers who use roundabouts and simplifies the process of navigating these circular intersections. Since it is now signed, the new rule is in effect and drivers should be aware that signaling isn't required when moving through roundabouts.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Convenience Fees Prohibition

Senate Bill 17-072, also known as the Convenience Fees Prohibition bill, stops businesses from charging extra fees for buying tickets to entertainment events like concerts or sports games. This means that if you buy a ticket online or over the phone, the price you see is the final amount you pay. The bill has been signed into law, so it's now active and affects anyone purchasing tickets for such events in Colorado.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Promote Runyon-Fountain Lakes State Wildlife Area

Senate Bill 17-073 aims to encourage cooperation among various stakeholders, including government agencies and local districts, to develop and maintain the Runyon-Fountain Lakes State Wildlife Area in Colorado. The bill requires these groups to work together on a long-term plan for the area's improvement and report their progress to the state legislature by March 1, 2018. Since it has been signed into law, this means that the stakeholders are now legally obligated to follow through with the cooperative process outlined in the bill.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Certify Authorizers Of Multi-district Online Schools

Senate Bill 17-070 changes how multi-district online schools are certified in Colorado. Instead of the state directly certifying these schools, it will certify school districts or other educational bodies that can authorize and oversee these online schools starting January 1, 2018. These authorizers must meet certain requirements and renew their certification every five years. The bill also directs the state to fund pilot projects for online education, focusing on student achievement and specific needs of different student groups. It was signed into law after being introduced in the Senate. This means that school districts and other educational bodies will now be responsible for certifying multi-district online schools under new guidelines set by the state.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Candidate Petition Information Verify Electronic Process Study

Senate Bill 17-069 is a Colorado law that aims to improve the process of verifying signatures on candidate petitions. It requires election officials to check if petition circulators are qualified and allows them to use random sampling to verify information more efficiently. The bill also calls for a pilot program to explore how modern technology can be used to handle candidate petitions electronically, which will help make the system faster and more accurate. Since it has been signed into law, this means that these changes are now being implemented or planned by election officials in Colorado.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Limit Amendments To Initiated Statutory Laws

Senate Bill 17-079, which has been signed into law, aims to protect laws that Colorado voters pass directly through initiatives. For any new voter-approved laws enacted after the 2016 election, the bill prevents the state legislature from changing, overturning, or replacing these laws for three years unless two-thirds of both houses of the legislature vote in favor of such changes. This means that once a voter initiative becomes law, it is safeguarded against legislative alterations for at least three years to ensure the voters' intentions are upheld.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Marijuana Club License

Senate Bill 17-063, now signed into law, allows the creation of marijuana consumption clubs in Colorado. These clubs can sell and allow customers to consume both recreational and medical marijuana on-site, but they cannot serve food or alcohol and must follow strict licensing requirements similar to other marijuana businesses. Entry is restricted to those aged 21 and older, and all consumed products must be purchased from licensed sellers or cultivated by the club itself. Local governments can choose whether to permit these clubs within their jurisdictions and may require additional local licenses if needed.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Colorado Student Leaders Institute Relocation To Colorado Department Of Higher Education.

Senate Bill 17-060 moves the Colorado Student Leaders Institute from its current location within the lieutenant governor's office to the Department of Higher Education. This change does not alter the institute’s operations or programs; it simply shifts where the institute is administratively housed. The bill has been signed into law, meaning the relocation of the institute is now official and in effect.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Voter Service And Polling Centers Early Voting General Election

Senate Bill 17-071 changes how voter service and polling centers (VSPCs) are set up for early voting in Colorado. For the first week of early voting, counties with at least 25,000 registered voters will need to have one VSPC for every 75,000 active electors instead of every 30,000 as before. The bill also removes the requirement that these centers must be open on the first Saturday during early voting. This affects counties with larger populations and could make it easier or harder for voters to access VSPCs depending on how they are managed. Since the status is "signed," this means the bill has been approved by both houses of the legislature and signed into law by the governor, so these changes will take effect as described.

Last action: 2017-01-13 · Senate

Appellate Process Concerning Groundwater Decisions

Senate Bill 17-036 changes how appeals related to groundwater decisions are handled in Colorado. Currently, people can introduce new evidence when appealing a decision made by the Ground Water Commission or State Engineer in district court. The bill restricts the district court to only consider the evidence that was originally presented to these bodies during the appeal process. This affects anyone involved in groundwater management who might need to challenge decisions made by the commission or state engineer. Since the status of the bill is "signed," it has been approved and enacted into law, meaning its new rules are now in effect.

Last action: 2017-01-11 · Senate

Fire and Police Pension Association Multi-employer Deferred Compensation Plan Document

Senate Bill 17-013, which has been signed into law, allows Colorado's Fire and Police Pension Association (FPPA) to create a plan that lets multiple employers join together for deferred compensation benefits. This means police officers and firefighters can have more options for saving money for retirement through their jobs. The bill affects the FPPA board of directors and all participating employers who want to offer these types of retirement savings plans to their employees. Since it has been signed, this plan is now available for implementation by the relevant organizations.

Last action: 2017-01-11 · Senate

Criminal Sentencing Community Service Veterans Organizations

HB 17-1056 is a Colorado bill that allows veterans' service organizations, which are not necessarily tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), to accept community service assignments from courts and probation departments as part of misdemeanor sentencing. This means more veterans can perform community service for certain offenses through these veteran-focused groups rather than just traditional non-profits. The bill has been signed into law, so it is now in effect and impacting how courts can assign community service to individuals convicted of specific misdemeanors, including drug and alcohol-related driving offenses.

Last action: 2017-01-11 · House

Exempt Injectable Anabolic Steroids For Cattle

Senate Bill 17-030 is a Colorado law that allows certain anabolic steroids to be used legally for cattle and other non-human animals if they are approved by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services specifically for animal use through injection or implantation. This means farmers can use these substances on their livestock without breaking drug control laws, as long as the products are intended only for animals and not humans. Since the bill has been signed into law, it is now active and being implemented in Colorado.

Last action: 2017-01-11 · Senate

Marijuana Education Materials Resource Bank

Senate Bill 17-025, also known as the "Jack Splitt Memorial Resource Bank," directs Colorado's Department of Education to create a free resource bank for public schools. This bank will provide educational materials and curricula about marijuana use that are appropriate for different age groups. The bill encourages schools to report back on how effective these resources are and suggests improvements. Since it has been signed, the bill is now law, meaning Colorado's public schools can start using these free resources to educate students about marijuana.

Last action: 2017-01-11 · Senate

State Engineer Statutes Cleanup

Senate Bill 17-026, titled "State Engineer Statutes Cleanup," makes several changes to how the state engineer's office operates. It updates where the state engineer’s office is located and allows for more cost-effective technology in water infrastructure monitoring. The bill also simplifies some fee structures and removes outdated requirements like posting bonds or conducting certain surveys. This means that the state can now use modern methods to monitor water resources, charge a flat $75 fee for rating water infrastructure instead of daily rates plus expenses, and streamline administrative processes. Since it has been signed into law, these changes are now in effect.

Last action: 2017-01-11 · Senate

Autocycle Characteristics & Safety Requirements

House Bill 17-1044, also known as the Autocycle Characteristics & Safety Requirements bill, updates Colorado’s laws regarding autocycles. It changes what an autocycle is defined as by specifying that it must have a fully or partly enclosed seating area with safety belts and does not need airbags or a hardtop enclosure. The bill also clarifies that all occupants in an autocycle, including those in the back seat, are required to wear safety belts while driving or riding. This legislation has been signed into law, meaning these new rules are now enforceable for anyone using an autocycle in Colorado.

Last action: 2017-01-11 · House

Medical Marijuana License Issues

HB 17-1034, also known as the Medical Marijuana License Issues bill, aims to align medical marijuana business regulations with those for retail marijuana. It allows medical marijuana businesses in Colorado to move their operations anywhere within the state if approved by both local and state authorities, similar to how retail marijuana businesses can relocate. The bill also gives medical marijuana companies the chance to fix products that fail health tests before destroying them, just like retail marijuana businesses do. Additionally, it permits medical marijuana-infused product manufacturers to buy or sell raw medical marijuana from each other. Since this bill has been signed into law, its provisions are now in effect and regulate how medical marijuana businesses operate within Colorado.

Last action: 2017-01-11 · House

Conservation Easement Tax Credit Landowner Relief

HB 17-1066, also known as Conservation Easement Tax Credit Landowner Relief, is a Colorado law that allows landowners who grant conservation easements on their property to receive tax credits based on the value of those easements. The bill simplifies and streamlines the dispute resolution process for these tax credits by eliminating the need for surety bonds or deposits when appealing decisions in court, and it stops additional interest and penalties from accruing during appeals. Additionally, it provides courts with more flexibility to terminate conservation easements under certain conditions if a tax credit claim has been rejected. This bill is now signed into law, meaning its provisions are currently active and enforceable.

Last action: 2017-01-11 · House

Support For Use Of Biochar

SJR 17-002 is a bill that supports the use of biochar in Colorado. Biochar is a charcoal-like substance made from plant material, which can be used as a soil amendment to improve soil health and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This bill encourages its production and use across the state. Since it has been signed into law, it means that policies supporting biochar are now official and will likely lead to initiatives promoting its adoption in agriculture and other sectors.

Last action: 2017-01-11 · Senate

Alleviate Fiscal Impact State Rules Small Business

Senate Bill 17-001, also known as the Regulatory Relief Act of 2017, aims to help small businesses in Colorado by giving them a chance to fix minor rule violations without facing fines. If a state agency finds that a business with fewer than 500 employees has made a minor mistake, like not keeping proper records or filing reports on time, the agency must first notify the business and give it up to 30 days to correct the issue before imposing any penalties. This bill does not apply when safety is at risk or if fines are required by law. Additionally, the bill encourages state agencies to seek input from small businesses during rule-making processes that could affect them negatively. Since this bill has been signed into law, it now provides relief and support for small businesses dealing with minor regulatory issues in Colorado.

Last action: 2017-01-11 · Senate