SB 26-32signed
Promoting Immunization Access
Senate Bill 26-32, known as the "Promoting Immunization Access" bill, updates Colorado's laws to improve access to vaccines. It changes insurance coverage rules for the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine to include both men and women, allows pharmacists to prescribe vaccines independently, and protects healthcare providers from liability when following recommended vaccination schedules. The bill also ensures that state funding can be used for infant immunization programs even without federal support. Signed into law, this means the changes are now in effect and aim to make vaccinations more accessible and affordable for all Coloradans.
Last action: 2026-01-26 · Senate
HB 26-1027signed
Board of Cooperative Services Definition & Executive Director
House Bill 26-1027, which has been signed into law, allows the executive director of a Board of Cooperative Services (BOCES) to keep their current retirement benefits if they take on certain education-related jobs without changing those benefits. It also lets local schools choose to give postsecondary and workforce readiness funding directly to BOCES instead of individual schools. This affects educators and staff involved with BOCES, as well as local education providers. Since the bill is signed, it has become law and is now in effect.
Last action: 2026-01-14 · House
HB 26-1028signed
Second Language Educational Program for High School Students
HB 26-1028, a Colorado bill that has been signed into law, introduces a new diploma endorsement for high school students who are bilingual. This means graduating seniors can earn recognition for their proficiency in two languages. The bill also updates the requirements for schools to offer this program and allows students from districts without such programs to participate through certified entities like community colleges or universities. This change aims to make biliteracy opportunities more accessible to all high school students across Colorado.
Last action: 2026-01-14 · House
SB 26-20signed
Child Care Provider Licensing & Quality
Senate Bill 26-20 aims to improve Colorado's child care system by creating a digital platform for managing provider information and employee records. It also requires the state department of early childhood to gradually use its own staff instead of third-party contractors for inspections, with some health and sanitation checks excluded from this change. The bill allows provisional licenses for up to nine months if local zoning issues delay full licensing, ensuring these facilities can still operate while resolving disputes. Additionally, it sets up a task force to study ways to simplify the child care licensing process and improve quality standards. Since the bill has been signed into law, its provisions will now be implemented as outlined.
Last action: 2026-01-14 · Senate
SB 26-19signed
Early Childhood Local System Consolidation
Senate Bill 26-19 consolidates early childhood services in Colorado by merging local coordinating organizations (LCOs) into early childhood councils. This change will happen by July 1, 2026, and aims to improve access to quality programs for young children and their families while also supporting the workforce that provides these services. The bill is now signed into law, meaning it has been fully enacted and its provisions are set to take effect as scheduled.
Last action: 2026-01-14 · Senate
HB 26-1050signed
Optional Individualized Readiness Plan for School
House Bill 26-1050 changes Colorado's requirement for local education providers to create individualized readiness plans for preschool and kindergarten students who score proficient on certain assessments. Under the new law, these plans are optional if a student meets specific proficiency criteria in school readiness and reading tests. If a provider chooses not to provide a plan, they must notify parents that they can request one for their child. The bill has been signed into law, meaning local education providers now have this option regarding individualized readiness plans.
Last action: 2026-01-14 · House
SB 26-23signed
School Finance Act
Senate Bill 26-23, also known as the School Finance Act, increases funding for Colorado public schools by raising the base per pupil amount and setting a new total program funding level for the 2026-27 budget year. This bill benefits all school districts in Colorado by providing more money to cover inflation and support various educational programs. The bill has been signed into law, meaning that these funding increases will go into effect as planned, helping schools provide better resources and services to students.
Last action: 2026-01-14 · Senate
HB 26-1016signed
Continuation of Open Educational Resources Program
House Bill 26-1016 extends the Open Educational Resources Program and its governing council in Colorado until November 1, 2031. It also increases the number of members on the council from 12 to 15. The bill ensures that annual reports about open educational resources will continue to be prepared by the Department of Higher Education until December 31, 2031. Since the bill has been signed into law, the program and its requirements are now officially extended for an additional five years beyond their original expiration date.
Last action: 2026-01-14 · House