Colorado 2025 Bills

Notify Governor of Adjournment

SJR 25-023 is a bill that requires the Colorado General Assembly to notify the governor when they adjourn, which means ending their session. This ensures the governor knows when lawmakers are no longer in session and can take necessary actions accordingly. Since it has been signed, this requirement is now law and affects how the state government communicates between the legislature and the governor's office.

Last action: 2025-05-05 · Senate

Management of Consumer Protection Claims Critical Infrastructure

Senate Bill 25-322 creates an exemption for certain information technology equipment from Colorado's "Consumer Repair Bill of Rights Act." This exemption applies if the equipment is considered critical infrastructure and is sold through business-to-business or government transactions rather than retail. The bill also allows manufacturers to request exemptions if sharing repair details could pose security risks. Additionally, it clarifies how the attorney general handles discovery requests in legal cases involving consumer protection claims. Since the bill has been signed, these changes are now law and affect businesses dealing with critical infrastructure technology.

Last action: 2025-05-02 · Senate

Commemoration of Cinco de Mayo

Senate Resolution 25-012, which has been signed into law, recognizes and celebrates Cinco de Mayo in Colorado. This resolution honors the cultural significance of this holiday without requiring any specific actions or funding. It affects all residents of Colorado by acknowledging an important date in Mexican history and culture that is widely celebrated within the state's diverse community. Since it is a resolution and not a bill with legal requirements, its main impact is symbolic, promoting awareness and appreciation for cultural diversity.

Last action: 2025-05-02 · Senate

Motor Vehicle Emissions Inspection Facilities

Senate Bill 25-321, which has been signed into law in Colorado, changes how vehicle emissions inspections are handled. It allows the state to enter longer-term contracts with companies that conduct these tests and lets them charge higher fees for certain types of older or high-emission vehicles. The bill also creates a new fund using some existing money to help low-income individuals pay for necessary repairs to pass emission tests. This means that people who need to fix their cars to meet emissions standards but can't afford it might get financial assistance from the state.

Last action: 2025-04-29 · Senate

Modification Higher Education Expenses Income Tax Incentive

Senate Bill 25-319 modifies an existing Colorado law that allows students pursuing higher education to claim a tax incentive for tuition and fees. The bill clarifies the rules for claiming this benefit, making it easier for the state to track and report on who is using it. It also allocates $135,446 from the general fund to help implement these changes. Since the bill has been signed into law, students who meet the eligibility criteria can now claim this tax incentive more smoothly starting in the 2025-26 fiscal year.

Last action: 2025-04-29 · Senate

Tax Credit Availability

House Bill 25-1335, which has been signed into law, changes how two important tax credits—the family affordability tax credit and the earned income tax credit—are made available to taxpayers. Instead of basing their availability on actual state revenue growth, the bill now uses projected state revenue forecasts from March 2024 to determine if these credits will be offered in future years. This affects Colorado residents who rely on these tax credits for financial support. Since the bill is signed, it means that its provisions are now law and will impact how these tax credits are administered going forward.

Last action: 2025-04-29 · House

Commercial Motor Vehicle Transportation

Senate Bill 25-320, which has been signed into law in Colorado, extends a tax break for environmentally friendly heavy trucks and their parts until January 1, 2029. It also increases fees on special fuel used for bridges and tunnels over the next few years to fund infrastructure projects. Additionally, it allocates money from a specific account to help with implementing these changes. This bill benefits companies that use low-emission vehicles and impacts drivers who pay for fuel used in bridge and tunnel transit systems.

Last action: 2025-04-29 · Senate

Artificial Intelligence Consumer Protections

Senate Bill 25-318, also known as the Artificial Intelligence Consumer Protections bill, aims to safeguard consumers by setting rules for companies that use artificial intelligence in their services. This includes requiring clear disclosure when AI is used and ensuring transparency about how personal data is handled. The bill has been signed into law, meaning it is now enforceable and will affect businesses and consumers across Colorado who interact with AI technologies.

Last action: 2025-04-28 · Senate

Auraria Higher Education Center Appropriations

Senate Bill 25-316, titled "Auraria Higher Education Center Appropriations," is a Colorado law that sets rules for how money allocated by the state will be used at the Auraria Higher Education Center in the 2025-26 fiscal year. It requires clear agreements between institutions and the AHEC about services and costs, mandates quarterly updates on these agreements, and calls for an independent study to review the operations and governance of the Auraria campus. The bill has been signed into law, meaning it is now active and its provisions are enforceable.

Last action: 2025-04-25 · Senate

Transfer Cash Fund Investment Earnings to General Fund

Senate Bill 25-317, which has been signed into law, changes how certain state funds earn money. Instead of keeping the interest and income generated from these funds within their specific accounts, this bill directs that all such earnings be transferred to the general fund starting in fiscal year 2025-26. This affects a wide range of funds related to areas like healthcare, environmental protection, economic development, and more. In practice, once signed, the law will take effect as scheduled, meaning these specific funds will no longer retain their investment earnings but instead contribute them to the state’s general fund starting from 2025-26.

Last action: 2025-04-25 · Senate

Postsecondary & Workforce Readiness Programs

Senate Bill 25-315 in Colorado introduces a new funding model to help schools develop programs that prepare students for college and careers. The bill provides three types of funding: start-up funds, innovation grants, and sustain funding. Start-up funds will be available until 2027 to help schools create these programs, after which innovation grants will support schools in areas with high workforce needs or improvement plans. Sustain funding will begin in 2026 to reimburse schools for students who complete college credits, earn industry credentials, or participate in work-based learning. The bill also requires the Department of Education to report annually on how well these programs are working and to review existing teacher retention and preparation initiatives. Governor Jared Polis has signed this bill into law, meaning it will go into effect as planned.

Last action: 2025-04-25 · Senate

Recovery Audit Contractor Program

Senate Bill 25-314 establishes a program in Colorado where the Department of Health Care Policy and Financing can hire an outside company, called a Recovery Audit Contractor (RAC), to review Medicaid claims from healthcare providers. The RAC can only look back up to three years for potential overpayments or errors. If issues are found, the provider gets a detailed report explaining any mistakes and how they were calculated. Providers have opportunities to discuss these findings before formal appeals begin. Additionally, the bill adjusts funding in the department's budget by shifting money from recoveries and recoupments to a new recovery audit contractor fund. Since the status is "signed," this means the governor has approved the bill, making it law.

Last action: 2025-04-25 · Senate

Proposition 123 Revenue Uses

Senate Bill 25-313, which is based on Proposition 123 approved by voters in 2022, allocates money from the affordable housing support fund to help with programs for affordable homeownership and services for people experiencing homelessness. Starting in fiscal year 2026-27, it requires annual approval by lawmakers for up to 5% of these funds to cover administrative costs. Additionally, it allows the division of housing to use money from this fund for capital improvements at two state-owned supportive residential communities and their operating costs. The bill also clarifies rules around using these funds without replacing other state funding meant for affordable housing projects. Since the governor has signed this bill into law, its provisions will now be implemented as described.

Last action: 2025-04-24 · Senate

American Rescue Plan Act Funds

Senate Bill 25-312 deals with how Colorado manages funds received from the federal government under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. The bill allows the state to use its own money to cover costs initially funded by these federal dollars, and it adjusts how leftover funds are handled once certain conditions are met. It also ends a specific health-care worker recruitment program due to lack of funding for it. Since the status is "signed," this means that the governor has approved the bill, making it law.

Last action: 2025-04-24 · Senate

Inactive Cash Funds

Senate Bill 25-311, which is now law after being signed by the governor, requires the State Controller's office to transfer any unused money from inactive funds to the general fund every year on June 30. The bill also mandates that the office report annually to a committee about funds that haven't been used in at least two years and how much money has been moved into the general fund. This affects state finances by consolidating idle funds, making more money available for other uses. Since it's signed into law, this bill is now active and being implemented.

Last action: 2025-04-24 · Senate

Authorize Legislative Fellows

Senate Bill 25-309 allows the Legislative Council to hire nonpartisan policy fellows from nonlobbyist organizations to work within the legislative staff. These fellows can take on specific tasks as directed by the director of research and their work will remain property of the General Assembly. The bill ensures that these placements are with genuine nonpartisan groups and not with registered lobbyists. Since it has been signed, this bill is now law and its provisions are in effect.

Last action: 2025-04-24 · Senate

Proposition 130 Implementation

Senate Bill 25-310 implements Proposition 130, which was approved by Colorado voters in November 2024. The bill sets up a fund to provide $350 million over several years to local law enforcement agencies for training and officer compensation, starting July 1, 2026. It also establishes a death benefit of $1 million for the families of first responders who die in the line of duty. This funding will help improve recruitment and retention of police officers while providing financial support to their families if they are lost. The bill has been signed into law, meaning these provisions will go into effect as planned.

Last action: 2025-04-24 · Senate

Medicaid Services Related to Federal Authorizations

Senate Bill 25-308, which has been signed into law, allows Colorado’s Medicaid program to cover health-related social needs and provide reentry services for individuals involved in the justice system. The bill creates two new funds that will receive federal money saved by these expansions, one for each type of service. This means more resources can be allocated to support people's health through social programs and help those transitioning back into society after involvement with the justice system. The law also requires the state to develop a workforce capable of providing peer support services as part of these initiatives.

Last action: 2025-04-23 · Senate

Water Quality Permitting Efficiency

Senate Bill 25-305, titled "Water Quality Permitting Efficiency," aims to improve the efficiency of water quality permitting processes in Colorado. It requires the state's Department of Public Health and Environment to report annually on permit processing times and efforts to reduce backlogs. The bill also mandates that the department consider local government financial capabilities when setting new water infrastructure requirements, allowing for longer compliance periods if needed. Additionally, it allows applicants and the division to use independent contractors to assist in completing permit actions after a 60-day waiting period. The bill has been signed into law, meaning its provisions are now active and being implemented by relevant state agencies.

Last action: 2025-04-23 · Senate

Performance Audits of Certain State Agencies

Senate Bill 25-306 requires the Colorado State Auditor to conduct performance audits of two state agencies: the Air Pollution Control Division and the Division of Unemployment Insurance. These audits will assess whether these divisions are effectively and efficiently fulfilling their legal duties, including compliance with laws, impact on public access to benefits, staffing needs, and funding adequacy. The first audit for air pollution control starts in 2026, while the unemployment insurance division's begins in 2027. Both audits will repeat every five years. Since the bill has been signed into law, these audits are now scheduled to take place as outlined.

Last action: 2025-04-23 · Senate

Decarbonization Tax Credits Administration Cash Fund

Senate Bill 25-307 in Colorado creates a new fund called the Decarbonization Tax Credits Administration Cash Fund. The bill directs that money from oil and gas taxes will be put into this fund, which is meant to support efforts to reduce carbon emissions. Specifically, $2.5 million will be moved from another fund to this new decarbonization fund in 2025, and then $2.5 million will go back to the original fund in 2026. Since the bill has been signed into law, these financial transfers are now official state policy starting in 2025.

Last action: 2025-04-23 · Senate

Condemnation Authority of Certain Special Districts

House Bill 25-1334 limits the power of certain special districts in Colorado, like metropolitan and water and sanitation districts, by preventing them from using a specific type of eminent domain called "dominant eminent domain" to take over state-owned property or property owned by cities with home rule status. This means these special districts can't force local governments or the state to sell their land against their will for projects they oversee. The bill has been signed into law, so its restrictions are now in effect.

Last action: 2025-04-22 · House

Measures to Address Sexual Assault Kit Backlog

Senate Bill 25-304, which has been signed into law in Colorado, aims to address the backlog of untested sexual assault kits. It establishes a review board that will oversee and improve procedures related to handling these cases, ensuring better support for victims by requiring regular updates on forensic evidence analysis. The bill also mandates crime labs to analyze DNA samples within 60 days of receiving them and requires law enforcement to inform victims every 90 days if their test results are not available. This legislation will benefit survivors of sexual assault by enhancing transparency and efficiency in the justice system, with initial funding allocated for its implementation starting in fiscal year 2025-2026.

Last action: 2025-04-22 · Senate

Repeal Natural Disaster Grant Fund

Senate Bill 25-303, which has been signed into law, will end the Natural Disaster Grant Fund starting July 1, 2025. This fund provided grants to local governments to help repair and improve wastewater treatment plants and public water systems damaged by natural disasters. Once the bill takes effect, local communities affected by natural disasters will no longer be able to receive these specific types of grants for recovery efforts from this fund.

Last action: 2025-04-22 · Senate

Appoint Cyril Vidergar Independent Ethics Commission

Senate Resolution 25-011 is a bill that appoints Cyril Vidergar as a member of the Independent Ethics Commission in Colorado. This resolution affects how ethics violations by public officials are handled, as it adds a new member to the commission responsible for investigating and addressing such issues. Since the status of this bill is "signed," it means that the resolution has been approved and signed into effect, so Cyril Vidergar's appointment is now official.

Last action: 2025-04-22 · Senate

Remove Authorization Requirement Adjust Chronic Prescription

Senate Bill 25-301, which has been signed into law, allows doctors in Colorado to change the dosage or frequency of long-term medications for their patients without needing approval from insurance companies first. This means that healthcare providers can make adjustments more quickly and easily to better suit a patient's needs. The bill affects anyone who takes chronic maintenance drugs and is covered by health insurance in Colorado. Since it has been signed, the law is now in effect and changing how prescriptions are managed for these patients.

Last action: 2025-04-21 · Senate

Legislative Human Resources Division

House Bill 25-1333 changes the name of an existing office in the Colorado legislature from the Office of Legislative Workplace Relations (OLWR) to the Legislative Human Resources Division. This new division will continue to handle workplace issues like employee relations, training, and harassment investigations but will also take on additional responsibilities such as managing benefits, setting compensation, hiring staff, and welcoming new employees. The bill has been signed into law, meaning these changes are now in effect for the legislative branch of Colorado's government.

Last action: 2025-04-21 · House

Revisor's Bill

Senate Bill 25-300, also known as a Revisor's Bill, aims to clean up Colorado’s laws by updating or removing outdated and unclear sections. This means making the existing laws easier to understand without changing their original meaning or intent. The bill affects anyone who relies on Colorado state statutes for legal guidance. Since it has been signed into law, these changes are now in effect and will help ensure that the state's legal framework is clearer and more reliable.

Last action: 2025-04-21 · Senate

Achieving a Better Life Experience Tax Deduction

Senate Bill 25-302, also known as the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Tax Deduction extension, aims to help individuals with disabilities and their families by allowing them to set aside money in special accounts for disability-related expenses. This bill extends the ABLE tax deduction until December 31, 2030, meaning that people can continue to benefit from this financial support during this period. Since the bill has been signed into law, it is now active and individuals with disabilities and their families are eligible to use the ABLE accounts for tax deductions up to the specified end date.

Last action: 2025-04-21 · Senate

State Trust Lands Conservation & Recreation Work Group

House Bill 25-1332 establishes a work group in Colorado to study ways to balance conservation and recreation on state trust lands while ensuring these lands continue to support public schools financially. The bill requires the work group to make recommendations by September 1, 2026, focusing on how to manage these lands sustainably over the long term. It also sets aside funding for this initiative and mandates that new policies be adopted based on the work group’s findings by February 15, 2027. The bill has been signed into law, meaning its provisions are now in effect and being implemented.

Last action: 2025-04-17 · House

Consumer Protection Residential Energy Systems

Senate Bill 25-299, also known as the Consumer Protection Residential Energy Systems Act, aims to protect consumers who purchase or lease solar energy systems for their homes. It requires companies selling these systems to provide clear information and contracts that include specific terms like payment details and cancellation rights within three business days after signing. The bill also bans misleading marketing practices by solar sales companies and mandates certain warranties for the installation quality. This law will take effect on July 1, 2026, and it has been signed into law, meaning its provisions are set to be implemented as scheduled.

Last action: 2025-04-17 · Senate

Remove Term Homosexuality from Criminal Code

Senate Bill 25-298, which has been signed into law, removes the term "homosexuality" from certain parts of Colorado's criminal code related to sexually explicit materials that are harmful to children. This change affects how laws regarding such materials are written and interpreted in Colorado. Since the bill is signed, it means the update to the law is now official and in effect, impacting legal language and interpretations moving forward.

Last action: 2025-04-16 · Senate

Behavioral Health Services for Medicaid Members

Senate Bill 25-294 is a Colorado law that temporarily removes certain behavioral health services for Medicaid members from the state's managed care program. These services include residential treatment programs and psychiatric facilities, specifically for individuals under the care of county human or social services departments until July 1, 2026. The bill also requires the Department of Health Care Policy and Financing to develop policies by December 1, 2025, to integrate these services back into the managed care system starting in 2026. This affects Medicaid members receiving specialized behavioral health treatment through county social service programs. Since the bill has been signed into law, its provisions are now active and being implemented according to the specified timeline.

Last action: 2025-04-15 · Senate

Transfers from License Plate Cash Fund

Senate Bill 25-293, which has been signed into law, requires the state treasurer to transfer money from a special fund called the License Plate Cash Fund. On June 30, 2025, 40% of any leftover money in this fund will go to the general state budget and another 40% will be directed towards an account that supports vehicle services and highway projects. This affects how funds from license plate fees are used by the state government. Since it has been signed into law, these transfers are set to happen as scheduled unless further action is taken.

Last action: 2025-04-15 · Senate

Division Criminal Justice Spending Authority Community Corrections

Senate Bill 25-291, which has been signed into law, changes how the Division of Criminal Justice in Colorado can spend money on community corrections programs. It removes the division's ability to move up to 10% of its annual budget between different parts of these programs but allows it to exceed its spending limit by up to $2 million for placing felony offenders in community correction facilities during a single fiscal year. This affects how funds are managed and allocated for community corrections, giving more flexibility in certain areas while restricting others. Since the bill has been signed, it is now law and being implemented according to its provisions.

Last action: 2025-04-15 · Senate

Transfer Proposition KK Money ARPA Cash Fund

Senate Bill 25-295 in Colorado is a law that changes how money from Proposition KK, which comes from taxes on firearms and ammunition, is managed. Instead of going into the behavioral and mental health cash fund as it currently does, this money will now go to a new excise tax cash fund for similar purposes related to behavioral health. The bill also moves up the date when the old cash fund will no longer be used from 2032 to 2027. Since the status of the bill is "signed," it has been approved and enacted into law, meaning these changes are now in effect.

Last action: 2025-04-15 · Senate

Insurance Coverage for Breast Cancer Examinations

Senate Bill 25-296, which has been signed into law, updates insurance requirements for breast cancer screening in Colorado. It ensures that health insurers cover diagnostic and supplemental breast examinations without requiring patients to pay out-of-pocket costs if these exams are medically necessary and follow nationally recognized guidelines. This change affects individuals who need more detailed breast cancer screenings due to higher risk factors or specific medical criteria. Since the bill has been signed, it is now law and insurance companies must comply with its provisions.

Last action: 2025-04-15 · Senate

Workforce Capacity Center

Senate Bill 25-292 establishes a Workforce Capacity Center in Colorado to train healthcare providers in evidence-based methods for treating children and youth. The center will report its progress quarterly, detailing the training programs and certifications it offers. However, the bill also sets a deadline for the center’s closure by July 1, 2027. Since the bill has been signed into law, the center is now operational and working to enhance mental health services for young people in Colorado until its scheduled end date.

Last action: 2025-04-15 · Senate

Implementation of Colorado Natural Medicine Initiative

Senate Bill 25-297, also known as the Implementation of Colorado Natural Medicine Initiative, aims to gather data on natural medicine and its products. This includes tracking incidents involving natural medicines, health issues related to their use, impacts on healthcare systems, consumer protection claims, and behavioral health effects. The bill requires various state departments to collect this information from sources like hospitals and research studies, ensuring that personal details are not included in the collected data. It also sets up a pilot program for collecting more detailed information from natural medicine facilitators and healing centers. Additionally, it updates licensing requirements for natural medicine businesses and allows the governor to pardon certain past convictions related to natural medicine possession. The bill has been signed into law, meaning its provisions are now active and being implemented in Colorado.

Last action: 2025-04-15 · Senate

Child Sexual Abuse Accountability Amendment

This bill amends Colorado's constitution to allow victims of childhood sexual abuse to file lawsuits about their abuse even if the abuse happened many years ago. Currently, there are strict time limits for filing such cases, but this change would remove those limits for child sex abuse cases specifically. It affects anyone who was a victim of child sexual abuse and wants to seek legal action against their abuser or related institutions later in life. Since it has been signed into law, victims now have more flexibility to pursue justice regardless of when the abuse occurred.

Last action: 2025-04-14 · Senate

Stabilization Payments for Safety Net Providers

Senate Bill 25-290, titled "Stabilization Payments for Safety Net Providers," creates a fund that provides financial support to healthcare providers who serve low-income and uninsured Coloradans. The state will lend money from its unclaimed property trust fund to this new provider stabilization fund over several years, starting with $25 million in 2025-26 and decreasing annually until 2029-30. This loan must be repaid by the department by January 1, 2045, but can be paid back earlier if state revenues allow. The bill aims to help safety net providers continue offering essential services without financial strain. It has been signed into law and is now in effect.

Last action: 2025-04-14 · Senate

Marijuana Special Event & Hotel Delivery

HB 25-1331, which has been signed into law in Colorado, allows certain marijuana business owners with social equity licenses to deliver marijuana directly to hotels within Denver if the hotel is registered and authorized for such deliveries. This applies only if the business already holds specific delivery or transporter permits. The bill also introduces special event permits for these businesses, allowing them to host events where they can sell marijuana under strict conditions set by local authorities. These measures aim to support social equity in the cannabis industry while ensuring public safety through regulatory oversight and permitting processes.

Last action: 2025-04-11 · House

Exempting Quantum Computing Equipment Right to Repair

House Bill 25-1330, which has been signed into law, exempts quantum computing equipment and certain quantum sensing devices from Colorado's "Consumer Repair Bill of Rights Act." This means that manufacturers of these advanced technologies are not required to provide repair information or tools to consumers or independent repair shops. The bill affects companies involved in the production and maintenance of quantum technology, giving them more control over how their products can be repaired. Since it has been signed, this law is now in effect and impacts the way quantum tech devices can be serviced within Colorado.

Last action: 2025-04-11 · House

Foreign Third-Party Litigation Financing

HB 25-1329 is a Colorado law that regulates foreign companies that provide financial support for lawsuits. It requires these companies to disclose information to the state attorney general and prohibits them from influencing how lawyers handle cases or sharing sensitive information with unauthorized people. The law also allows the attorney general to take legal action against these companies if they don't follow the rules, which could include fines or banning them from operating in Colorado. This bill is now signed into law, meaning it has been enacted and is currently active.

Last action: 2025-04-11 · House

Creation of a Drug Donation Program

Senate Bill 25-289, also known as the Drug Donation Program Act, allows healthcare facilities and individuals to donate unused medicines to eligible recipients like hospitals or pharmacies. This program ensures that these donated medicines are safely managed and distributed to people who can't afford their medications. The bill protects donors and recipients from legal consequences if they act in good faith, and it specifically excludes certain high-risk drugs from being donated unless strict guidelines are followed. Since the bill has been signed into law, it is now active and facilities and individuals can start donating unused medicines according to its rules.

Last action: 2025-04-10 · Senate

Person's Rights Related to Their Children

House Concurrent Resolution 25-1003 proposes a constitutional amendment that would add the right of parents to direct their children's upbringing, education, and care to Colorado’s list of inalienable rights. If approved by voters in the 2026 general election, this change would ensure that parents have legal authority over these aspects of their children's lives. The bill has been signed but is still in the early stages of the legislative process, meaning it needs further consideration and approval before reaching the ballot for voter decision.

Last action: 2025-04-10 · House

Holocaust Memorial

SJR 25-022 is a bill in Colorado that aims to establish a Holocaust memorial. The memorial would serve as a permanent tribute and educational resource to remember the victims of the Holocaust and promote awareness about the dangers of hatred and intolerance. Since the status of the bill is "signed," it has been approved by both houses of the state legislature and signed into law by the governor, meaning that plans for the memorial can now proceed officially.

Last action: 2025-04-10 · Senate

Support of Democracy

Senate Resolution 25-010, titled "Support of Democracy," is a symbolic gesture that affirms Colorado's commitment to democratic values and principles. Although the official description isn't provided, such resolutions typically express support for democracy without creating new laws or policies. Since it has been signed, this resolution is now part of the state’s record but does not require any action beyond its endorsement by lawmakers. It primarily affects the political discourse in Colorado rather than having direct impacts on citizens' daily lives.

Last action: 2025-04-10 · Senate

Intimate Digital Depictions Criminal & Civil Actions

Senate Bill 25-288, titled "Intimate Digital Depictions Criminal & Civil Actions," aims to protect individuals from the nonconsensual distribution of digitally altered or created intimate images. It makes it illegal for someone to share or threaten to share a false but realistic digital image that depicts another person's private body parts or sexual acts without their consent and with knowledge that this could cause severe emotional distress. The bill also updates criminal laws related to child exploitation by including computer-generated images of children. If someone violates these rules, they can face civil penalties such as financial damages and legal fees, and in some cases, criminal charges up to a class 6 felony if the act poses an imminent threat to safety. The bill has been signed into law, meaning its provisions are now enforceable by Colorado courts and law enforcement.

Last action: 2025-04-09 · Senate

Implement Recommendations Direct Care Worker Stabilization Board

House Bill 25-1328, which has been signed into law in Colorado, aims to improve conditions for direct care workers by implementing recommendations from the Direct Care Workforce Stabilization Board. The bill requires employers to ensure that their workers complete a "know your rights" training program and mandates the creation of a website and communication platform where these workers can access information about their rights and benefits. It also allocates funding to support these initiatives, ensuring direct care workers have better resources and protections in place. This law affects all direct care employers and workers in Colorado, providing them with more information and assistance to improve working conditions and compliance with labor standards.

Last action: 2025-04-09 · House