Colorado 2025 Bills

Health Insurance Affordability Enterprise Update

House Bill 25-1297, also known as the "Health Insurance Affordability Enterprise Update," aims to make health insurance more affordable in Colorado starting from 2026. It allows for an increase in a fee charged to insurance companies by up to one percentage point, which will be used to fund programs that lower premiums and provide subsidies for low-income individuals buying insurance through the state's health exchange. The bill also specifies how this increased fee will be allocated: up to 40% each for individual health coverage plans and the reinsurance program, with the rest going towards other initiatives aimed at making health insurance more affordable. Since the bill has been signed into law, it means that these changes are now official policy in Colorado and will begin implementation as planned.

Last action: 2025-03-05 · House

Tax Expenditure Adjustment

HB 25-1296 is a Colorado bill that makes several changes to state taxes. It allows people applying for the medical marijuana registry to use their federal tax return to avoid paying an application fee, and it exempts sales of medical marijuana from sales tax if certain identification is presented. The bill also reduces property taxes for senior citizens starting in 2025, extends a child care contribution tax credit until 2030, and limits some business tax credits. Since the status is "signed," these changes are now law and affect taxpayers, insurance companies, and businesses in Colorado.

Last action: 2025-03-05 · House

Transparency Transactions Medical Care Entities

Senate Bill 25-198, titled "Transparency Transactions Medical Care Entities," requires hospitals and other healthcare entities in Colorado to notify the state attorney general at least two months before they merge, acquire another entity, or enter into a significant contract. This allows the attorney general to review these transactions and decide if they are against public interest based on specific factors outlined in the bill. If the attorney general finds issues, they can stop the transaction through legal action. The bill also mandates that healthcare providers disclose any financial relationships with entities to which they refer patients. Since it has been signed into law, this means the requirements described will now be enforced by Colorado authorities.

Last action: 2025-03-05 · Senate

Tony Grampsas Youth Services Program

Senate Bill 25-197, also known as the Tony Grampsas Youth Services Program, aims to provide grants to community programs that help reduce youth crime and violence. The bill consolidates several existing programs into a single grant program managed by the Department of Human Services, which will now handle responsibilities previously overseen by the Tony Grampsas youth services board. It also removes local funding match requirements for these programs. Additionally, it adjusts how funds from marijuana taxes are allocated to support this new consolidated grant program. Since the bill has been signed into law, it is now in effect and community organizations can apply for grants under this new system.

Last action: 2025-03-05 · Senate

Insurance Coverage Preventive Health-Care Services

Senate Bill 25-196 ensures that insurance companies in Colorado must cover certain preventive healthcare services based on guidelines from national health authorities. If these guidelines are ever changed or removed, the state’s commissioner of insurance can set rules to keep coverage aligned with recommendations as they stood in January 2025 or follow advice from a local task force called NPATCH. This bill is now signed into law and will affect insurance policies by ensuring continuous coverage for preventive health services.

Last action: 2025-03-05 · Senate

Sunset Primary Care Payment Reform Collaborative

Senate Bill 25-193, also known as the Sunset Primary Care Payment Reform Collaborative, extends a group called the primary care payment reform collaborative for another seven years until September 1, 2032. This group was originally formed to help make healthcare more affordable by suggesting ways to improve how doctors and insurance companies pay for primary care services. The bill also makes sure that this group includes pediatricians in their discussions about new payment methods. Since the bill has been signed into law, it means these changes are now official and the collaborative will continue its work as planned.

Last action: 2025-03-05 · Senate

Suspend Legislative Interim Activities

Senate Bill 25-199 suspends most activities of Colorado’s legislative interim committees for the year 2025. This means that these committees won’t be able to meet, conduct field trips, or make recommendations during this period. The bill also limits some committees to only five draft bills and three recommended introductions, and it stops paying committee members for their work unless they are part of specific wildfire, water resources, or transportation committees. Additionally, the bill cuts $272,355 from the legislative department’s budget. Since the bill has been signed into law, these changes will take effect as planned.

Last action: 2025-03-05 · Senate

Cardiac Emergency Plans for School Sports

Senate Bill 25-191, also known as Cardiac Emergency Plans for School Sports, changes how schools handle automated external defibrillators (AEDs). It removes the need for schools to get approval from a doctor and list specific staff who can use AEDs. Instead, starting January 1, 2026, public and nonpublic schools must follow national guidelines for placing and maintaining AEDs to ensure they are ready in case of a cardiac emergency. The bill has been signed into law, meaning these changes will take effect as planned.

Last action: 2025-03-04 · Senate

Food Truck Operations

HB 25-1295, also known as the Food Truck Operations bill, simplifies regulations for mobile food vendors in Colorado by creating a statewide health license and a Denver-specific retail food license. This means that food trucks can operate across different cities with just one of these licenses, making it easier to move around without needing separate permits everywhere. The bill also ensures that fire safety permits issued under certain standards are valid throughout the state, allowing food trucks to comply with local rules while operating in various jurisdictions. Signed into law, this act will take effect on January 1, 2026, benefiting mobile food vendors and making it easier for them to serve customers across Colorado.

Last action: 2025-03-04 · House

Sunset Community Health Service Agency

Senate Bill 25-192, also known as the "Sunset Community Health Service Agency" bill, extends for nine more years until 2034 the regulation of community health service agencies that provide out-of-hospital medical services. The bill also clarifies that if an owner, manager, or administrator of such an agency is convicted of a felony or misdemeanor, their license can be suspended, revoked, or not renewed even if they pleaded guilty or no contest to the charges. Additionally, it updates language to be gender-neutral and changes references from "consumers" to "patients or clients." Since the bill has been signed into law, these regulations are now in effect and will impact how community health service agencies operate and are regulated in Colorado.

Last action: 2025-03-04 · Senate

Drug Overdose Education & Opioid Antagonists in Schools

House Bill 25-1293, also known as the Drug Overdose Education & Opioid Antagonists in Schools bill, requires Colorado’s state board of education to develop health standards for high schools that teach students about drug overdose risks and how to respond. The bill also removes the requirement that students must receive training before receiving or using opioid antagonists like Narcan, allowing school employees to provide these life-saving medications to anyone who needs them without this student training condition. If funding is secured by 2026, the standards will be implemented by 2028; otherwise, they will still need to be adopted by 2032. The bill has been signed into law and is now in effect.

Last action: 2025-03-04 · House

Offender Release from Custody

Senate Bill 25-190, also known as Offender Release from Custody, updates Colorado’s laws regarding inmate release and parole eligibility. It allows individuals in jail to stay overnight if they need help connecting with service providers, ensuring their release by 10 a.m. the next day. The bill expands special needs parole criteria for inmates under 55 who have severe health conditions or are terminally ill, as well as for those over 64 who meet certain age and sentence requirements and don't have specific felony convictions. It also mandates that healthcare providers screen inmates for eligibility for special needs parole and report to the parole board when appropriate. The bill has been signed into law, meaning these changes are now in effect.

Last action: 2025-03-04 · Senate

Court Costs Assessed to Juveniles

House Bill 25-1294, which has been signed into law, ensures that court costs and fees charged to juveniles before July 6, 2021, will be canceled permanently. Previously, these charges were set to be reinstated in 2025, but the new law removes this deadline, providing long-term relief for young people who had financial penalties from past cases. This affects anyone under juvenile court supervision who incurred costs before the specified date and ensures they won't have to pay those fees anymore.

Last action: 2025-03-04 · House

Transmission Lines in State Highway Rights-of-Way

HB 25-1292 is a Colorado bill that allows transmission developers to place high voltage power lines alongside state highways. The bill requires the Department of Transportation to provide information on future highway projects and work with developers to ensure proper placement and minimal impact. Starting in 2027, developers must publish reports online detailing their route selection process and environmental considerations. Additionally, developers need permission from local tribes if the lines are near Indian reservations and must pay for any costs associated with placing these lines along highways. The bill has been signed into law, meaning transmission companies can now proceed with this process according to its guidelines.

Last action: 2025-03-03 · House

Require Jury to Determine Prior Convictions

Senate Bill 25-189 in Colorado requires a jury, rather than a judge, to determine if someone has prior criminal convictions that would make them a habitual offender. This means the jury must decide whether the defendant's previous offenses qualify for enhanced sentencing under habitual criminal laws. The bill affects defendants who might be charged with being habitual criminals and ensures they get a fair trial by jury on this specific issue. Since the bill has been signed, it is now law and will change how these cases are handled in Colorado courts.

Last action: 2025-03-03 · Senate

Fiscal Year 2025-26 Legislative Appropriation Bill

Senate Bill 25-188 is a funding bill for the Colorado legislature, allocating $74.5 million for operational expenses in the fiscal year 2025-26. This includes money for legislative activities and a specific allocation of $5,000 to support the youth advisory council. The bill also sets aside $150,000 from unspent funds to address document remediation needs. Since it has been signed into law, this funding will now be available for use by the Colorado legislature starting in 2025.

Last action: 2025-03-03 · Senate

Sunset Motorcycle Operator Safety Training Program

Senate Bill 25-187 modifies Colorado's Motorcycle Operator Safety Training (MOST) program. It lowers the minimum age for instructors from 21 to 18 and transfers oversight of the program from the Department of Transportation to the Colorado State Patrol. Additionally, it extends the program until September 1, 2030, and allows the state patrol chief to provide financial assistance to students through MOST vendors. The bill has been signed into law, meaning these changes are now in effect.

Last action: 2025-03-03 · Senate

Transportation Network Company Consumer Protection

House Bill 25-1291, also known as the Transportation Network Company Consumer Protection Act, aims to enhance safety and accountability for ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft in Colorado. The bill requires these companies to conduct regular background checks on drivers every six months and allows them to deactivate a driver if there are serious complaints or allegations of misconduct. It also mandates that TNCs implement audio and video recording policies by November 2025, ensuring rider safety while protecting privacy. Additionally, the bill prohibits unfair practices such as altering ratings and collecting biometric data without consent. Despite being vetoed by the governor on May 16, 2025, the bill has been signed into law, indicating that it has overcome the veto and is now in effect. This means ride-sharing companies must comply with these new regulations to protect consumers and ensure fair practices.

Last action: 2025-02-28 · House

Transit Worker Assault & Funding for Training

House Bill 25-1290 in Colorado makes it a specific crime to interfere with or assault transit workers, such as bus drivers and train operators. This new law also allows police departments to use funds from the peace officer training fund to support safety training and equipment for transit workers and their passengers. The bill has been signed into law, meaning these measures are now in effect to protect transit workers and improve their safety.

Last action: 2025-02-28 · House

Sunset Workers' Compensation Providers Accreditation Program

Senate Bill 25-186 extends a program that accredits healthcare providers for workers' compensation services in Colorado until September 1, 2036. It allows any licensed healthcare professional who treats patients through the workers' compensation system to get accreditation from the state's division of workers' compensation. The bill has been signed into law, meaning it is now official and will be implemented as planned. This affects healthcare providers and employers covered by Colorado’s workers’ compensation program.

Last action: 2025-02-28 · Senate

Metropolitan District Leases & Property Tax Exemptions

HB 25-1289, also known as the Metropolitan District Leases & Property Tax Exemptions bill, requires metropolitan districts that lease property after January 1, 2025, and claim a tax exemption for it to provide detailed information about how they use this property. This includes disclosing any private uses of public property and conflicts of interest by board members. If the governing body finds that the property is not used for public purposes, it can be taxed. The bill has been signed into law, meaning metropolitan districts must now comply with these new reporting requirements to claim tax exemptions on leased properties.

Last action: 2025-02-28 · House

Sunset HOA Information & Resource Center

Senate Bill 25-184 extends the existence of the HOA Information and Resource Center until September 1, 2030. It also clarifies that the director of the division of real estate is responsible for appointing the center's head officer and updates the language to be gender-neutral. Since the bill has been signed into law, the center will continue its operations under these new guidelines, affecting homeowners in Colorado who are part of or interact with homeowner associations.

Last action: 2025-02-27 · Senate

Support for Federally Qualified Health Centers

HB 25-1288, also known as Support for Federally Qualified Health Centers, allows health centers in Colorado to create separate companies that can offer medical services on a fee-for-service basis. This means these centers can receive payments directly from patients or insurance companies for specific services without affecting their regular funding. The bill ensures that any extra money earned by these new companies goes back to the main health center and does not impact how much they get reimbursed through other programs. Since it has been signed into law, federally qualified health centers in Colorado can now set up these separate entities to provide more flexible payment options for their services.

Last action: 2025-02-27 · House

Claims Against Construction Professionals

Senate Bill 25-185, which has been signed into law, clarifies that construction professionals are legally responsible for building residential homes without defects and in a reasonable manner. This duty applies not only to the original buyers of these homes but also to any subsequent purchasers who might encounter issues later on. The bill affects homeowners and construction companies by establishing clearer legal standards for home construction quality and liability. Since it has been signed, the law is now in effect and provides new protections for homebuyers against defective construction practices.

Last action: 2025-02-27 · Senate

Sunset Just Transition Advisory Committee

Senate Bill 25-181 extends the Just Transition Advisory Committee's existence until September 1, 2030. The committee helps advise on how to support workers and communities affected by coal industry job losses or facility closures, aiming to ensure economic stability during the transition away from coal as a major economic driver. It also increases the number of coal workers on the committee and mandates regular updates to the just transition plan by the Department of Labor and Employment. Since the bill has been signed into law, its provisions are now in effect.

Last action: 2025-02-26 · Senate

Embodied Carbon Reduction

Senate Bill 25-182, known as the Embodied Carbon Reduction Act, aims to reduce carbon emissions associated with building and infrastructure materials. It allows property owners to use special financing for improvements that lower embodied carbon emissions in construction projects. Additionally, it provides tax credits to businesses that invest in materials resulting in at least a 15% reduction in carbon emissions compared to standard options. The bill has been signed into law, meaning these financing and tax credit provisions are now available to those who qualify.

Last action: 2025-02-26 · Senate

Buy Colorado Day

SJR 25-008, also known as "Buy Colorado Day," is a bill that designates a specific day in the year as a celebration to promote buying products and services from local businesses in Colorado. This initiative aims to boost the state's economy by encouraging residents to support local enterprises. Since the bill has been signed into law, it means that there is now an official "Buy Colorado Day" recognized by the state government, which will likely include promotional activities and events to highlight the importance of supporting local businesses.

Last action: 2025-02-26 · Senate

Coverage for Pregnancy-Related Services

Senate Bill 25-183, which has been signed into law in Colorado, expands healthcare coverage for pregnancy-related services. It updates state laws to reflect Amendment 79, allowing Medicaid and the Children's Basic Health Plan to cover abortion care along with other family-planning services. This means that individuals enrolled in these programs will now have access to reimbursement for abortion services, funded by $2.9 million from the general fund. The bill affects people who use Colorado’s public health insurance programs, ensuring they receive comprehensive coverage for reproductive healthcare.

Last action: 2025-02-26 · Senate

Social Media Tools for Minor Users & Parents

House Bill 25-1287, also known as "Social Media Tools for Minor Users & Parents," is a Colorado law that requires social media companies to implement measures to protect young users. It mandates age verification systems and provides tools for both minors and their parents to control privacy settings on social media platforms. The bill aims to enhance the safety of minor users by limiting how platforms can influence or manipulate them into sharing personal information or disabling security features. Since it has been signed, this law is now in effect, meaning social media companies must comply with these new requirements to protect Colorado's young internet users.

Last action: 2025-02-26 · House

Protecting Workers from Extreme Temperatures

HB 25-1286, also known as the "Protecting Workers from Extreme Temperatures" bill, requires employers in Colorado to provide safeguards for workers who are exposed to extremely hot or cold conditions. These protections include measures like rest breaks and plans to prevent injuries and illnesses related to temperature extremes. The bill affects all employees working under such conditions, ensuring their safety and well-being. Since the bill has been signed into law, it is now enforceable, meaning employers must comply with its requirements to protect workers from extreme temperatures.

Last action: 2025-02-24 · House

Veterinary Workforce Requirements

HB 25-1285 is a Colorado law that sets rules for Veterinary Professional Associates (VPAs), who are allowed to practice under the supervision of licensed veterinarians starting in January 2026. This means VPAs can help with veterinary tasks but must work closely with and be supervised by a licensed vet, who can oversee no more than three VPAs at once. The law also requires VPAs to complete specific training and pass an exam before they can practice independently or under indirect supervision from the vet. It affects anyone seeking veterinary care in Colorado after 2026 since it changes how some veterinary services will be provided by these new professionals. Since the bill has been signed, its provisions are now law and will begin to take effect as scheduled.

Last action: 2025-02-24 · House

Wild Horse Project Management & Immunocontraception

HB 25-1283 in Colorado changes how wild horses are managed by moving responsibilities from a project to the Department of Agriculture. The new law allows the department to use immunocontraception (a form of birth control) to keep horse populations at manageable levels, and it can work with other agencies and nonprofits to do this. It also sets up an advisory committee to help guide these efforts and ensure that wild horses are treated humanely. This bill affects anyone involved in the care and management of wild horses, including federal land managers, nonprofit organizations, and volunteers. Since the bill has been signed into law, it is now active and being implemented by the Department of Agriculture.

Last action: 2025-02-24 · House

Regulating Apprentices in Licensed Trades

House Bill 25-1284, which has been signed into law, regulates apprenticeships for electrical and plumbing trades in Colorado. Starting January 1, 2027, employers will only be allowed to register apprentices with the relevant governing board if those apprentices are enrolled in a program recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor as training them specifically for electrical or plumbing work. The law also requires state agencies to establish data-sharing agreements to ensure that apprentices meet these requirements and can remove registration from those who don't comply within 60 days. This affects employers, apprentices, and governing boards in Colorado's licensed trades sectors.

Last action: 2025-02-24 · House

Sunset Identity Theft & Financial Deterrence Act

Senate Bill 25-179, also known as the "Sunset Identity Theft & Financial Deterrence Act," extends the existing law on identity theft and financial fraud until September 1, 2036. It eliminates a specific board dedicated to this issue and changes how funding is managed for anti-fraud efforts in Colorado, shifting money from a special fund to the state's general budget. The bill also provides $653,345 for the Colorado Bureau of Investigation to help combat identity theft and financial fraud. Since it has been signed into law, these measures are now active and will continue to protect Coloradans from such crimes over the next decade.

Last action: 2025-02-24 · Senate

Population Growth Calculation

Senate Bill 25-180, also known as the Population Growth Calculation bill, changes how Colorado calculates its population growth for budget purposes. Currently, the state uses a method that can inaccurately measure population change due to adjustments made by the federal census bureau after initial estimates are released. The new bill updates this process so that it more accurately reflects actual population growth without double-counting or under-counting people. This affects how much the state can spend each year based on its budget rules. Since the bill has been signed, these changes will now be implemented to ensure a fair and accurate calculation of population growth for future budgets.

Last action: 2025-02-24 · Senate

Colorado K-5 Social & Emotional Health Pilot Program

Senate Bill 25-178, also known as the Colorado K-5 Social & Emotional Health Pilot Program, requires the state board of education to create rules for distributing funds to elementary schools participating in a pilot program aimed at improving students' social and emotional health. The bill has been signed into law, meaning that schools selected for this program will now receive specific amounts of money based on guidelines set by the state board to support their initiatives. This affects K-5 schools across Colorado that are part of the pilot program, helping them implement programs focused on the well-being and mental health of young students.

Last action: 2025-02-21 · Senate

Sunset Continue Early Childhood Leadership Commission

Senate Bill 25-177 extends the existence of the Early Childhood Leadership Commission in Colorado for five more years until September 1, 2030. The commission will then undergo a review before it is officially dissolved. This bill affects anyone involved with early childhood education policies and programs in Colorado. Since the bill has been signed into law, the commission's work will continue as planned until the specified date.

Last action: 2025-02-21 · Senate

Uncontested Special Director District Election Cancellation

Senate Bill 25-172 allows special districts in Colorado to cancel elections when there is only one candidate running for a director position and the number of candidates does not exceed the available positions. This affects voters within specific director districts who would otherwise participate in these elections. Since the bill has been signed into law, special districts can now proceed with cancelling such uncontested elections without needing to hold them, which simplifies the electoral process when there is a clear winner.

Last action: 2025-02-20 · Senate

Advanced Leak Detection Technology Rules

House Bill 25-1280 is a Colorado law that builds on previous legislation from 2021, which required the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) to create rules for using advanced technology to detect leaks in gas pipelines. This bill sets a deadline of November 1, 2025, for the PUC to finalize these rules. The bill affects utility companies that manage gas pipeline systems and ensures they will have to use modern leak detection methods to improve safety. Since the bill has been signed into law, it is now active and the PUC must work towards implementing these new rules by the specified deadline.

Last action: 2025-02-20 · House

Education Accountability System

HB 25-1278, also known as the Education Accountability System, is a Colorado bill that aims to improve educational assessments and accountability for students. It requires state education officials to create shorter, more manageable tests for students with disabilities and offers assessments in additional languages when there are enough English language learners who need them. The bill also establishes new ways to measure student success after high school graduation and encourages schools to use local assessment data to identify areas needing improvement. Signed into law, this act will help ensure that all Colorado students have fair and appropriate evaluations of their academic progress, especially those with special needs or learning English as a second language.

Last action: 2025-02-20 · House

Sunset Commodity Handler & Farm Products Act

Senate Bill 25-176, which has been signed into law, extends the Colorado Department of Agriculture's oversight of the "Commodity Handler and Farm Products Act" until 2032. It also raises the threshold for what qualifies as a small-volume dealer from $20,000 to $45,000 in annual purchases of farm products or commodities, allowing the commissioner to adjust this limit over time. Additionally, the bill removes marijuana from the definition of "commodity" under this act and changes how civil penalties are handled by transferring them to the state's general fund instead of a specific department fund. The law also prevents producers who own at least 5% of a dealer’s shares from collecting reimbursement through bonds or credits if they file injury claims against that dealer.

Last action: 2025-02-20 · Senate

Payment Card Network Practices & Fees

HB 25-1282, also known as the "Swipe Fee Fairness and Consumer Safeguards Act," aims to regulate how payment card networks set fees for transactions. It stops these networks from fixing interchange fees with credit card issuers or using fee schedules that unfairly impact merchants and consumers. The bill also limits fees on charitable contributions made through debit and credit cards. If a network breaks this law, affected parties like merchants and consumers can sue the network for damages and legal costs. Since the status is "signed," the bill has been approved by lawmakers and signed into law, meaning its regulations are now enforceable.

Last action: 2025-02-20 · House

Sunset Bill Towing Task Force

Senate Bill 25-175 changes the timeline for reviewing and potentially ending the work of a group called the Towing Task Force. Instead of being reviewed in 2025, the task force now won't be up for review until 2035. This bill has been signed into law, meaning it is now official and will affect how long this task force can operate before another review is required. The task force's work likely involves studying towing regulations and practices in Colorado.

Last action: 2025-02-20 · Senate

State-Level Data for Colorado Works Program

HB 25-1279, a Colorado state bill that has been signed into law, aims to improve the management and transparency of the Colorado Works program. The bill requires the Department of Human Services to develop a standardized process for collecting data from each county about the program's activities and outcomes. This includes tracking how Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds are used and reporting this information monthly on their website starting in 2026. Additionally, it allocates $154,000 to evaluate the effectiveness of the works program during the 2025-26 fiscal year. This bill affects government agencies involved with social services and individuals who rely on TANF assistance. Since the bill has been signed, these requirements are now in effect or will be implemented as specified dates approach.

Last action: 2025-02-20 · House

Court Actions Related to Failure to Appear in Court

House Bill 25-1276, which has been signed into law, updates Colorado’s court procedures for people who miss their court dates. It clarifies that if someone fails to appear in court two or more times in the same case, they might be required to provide security (like money) to ensure they show up for future hearings, even for minor offenses like traffic violations. This applies only if the court has already checked whether the person was in jail before issuing a warrant for missing court appearances. The law affects defendants who repeatedly miss their court dates and could lead to stricter conditions on their release compared to those with no prior failures to appear.

Last action: 2025-02-20 · House

Three-Year Anniversary of Ukraine War

Senate Resolution 25-006, which has been signed into effect, marks the three-year anniversary of the start of the war in Ukraine. This resolution is a symbolic gesture that recognizes and commemorates the ongoing conflict's impact over the past three years. It does not have any legal implications but serves to raise awareness and show support for those affected by the war. Since it has been signed, it means that the Colorado state government officially acknowledges this anniversary through this resolution.

Last action: 2025-02-20 · Senate

Title Register & Drive Kei Vehicles

House Bill 25-1281 in Colorado allows small Japanese cars called "kei vehicles" to be registered and driven on most roads in the state. These vehicles must follow regular traffic laws but cannot drive on highways with speed limits over 55 mph or on limited-access highways. They also have special rules for emissions testing, which don't require a dynamometer. The bill ensures that kei vehicle sellers need proper licensing to sell these cars retail. Since it has been signed into law, the regulations are now in effect and impact anyone who wants to buy, register, or drive a kei vehicle in Colorado.

Last action: 2025-02-20 · House

Sunset Outfitters & Guides

Senate Bill 25-174, also known as the "Sunset Outfitters & Guides" bill, extends the regulation of outdoor guiding and outfitting services in Colorado until 2034. It gives more power to regulators to discipline owners of guiding companies, regardless of their ownership percentage, and changes how fines are distributed. The bill also exempts certain transportation and booking service providers from these regulations and adds restrictions for individuals with past wildlife law violations from working as guides or operating outfitting businesses. Since the governor has signed this bill into law, it is now active and enforceable in Colorado.

Last action: 2025-02-20 · Senate

Revenue Classification Taxpayers Bill of Rights

Senate Bill 25-173, also known as the Revenue Classification Taxpayers Bill of Rights, clarifies how certain fines, penalties, and sales by the state are categorized under existing tax laws. This means that specific types of money received through fines or property sales won't be counted towards limits on state spending set by a constitutional amendment called TABOR (Taxpayer's Bill of Rights). The bill has been signed into law and will take effect starting July 1, 2024.

Last action: 2025-02-20 · Senate

Sunset Commodity Metals Theft Task Force

Senate Bill 25-171, which has been signed into law, ends a task force focused on reducing metal theft in Colorado. The task force was set up to address the issue of stolen metals like copper and aluminum but is now being disbanded as recommended by a recent review. This affects how the state handles metal theft prevention going forward, with the task force no longer playing a role in addressing this crime. Since the bill has been signed, the task force will be officially dissolved soon.

Last action: 2025-02-20 · Senate