Colorado 2025 Bills

Support For Transition From Institutional Settings

House Bill 18-1326, titled "Support for Transition from Institutional Settings," aims to help people who are eligible for Medicaid and want to move out of institutions like nursing homes or hospitals into their own communities. The bill requires the Department of Health Care Policy and Financing to provide support services for up to a year after these individuals transition to home-based settings. It also mandates that the department report annually on how well this program is working. Since the bill has been signed, it is now law and its provisions are being implemented to assist those transitioning from institutional care to community living.

Last action: 2018-03-26 · House

Collaborative Educator Preparation Program Grants

HB 18-1332, also known as the Collaborative Educator Preparation Program Grants, is a Colorado bill that aims to help prepare and place more educators in schools by funding joint initiatives among various educational programs and districts. The program provides one-time grants to selected projects based on specific criteria and requires recipients to report back on how the funds were used. Signed into law, this initiative seeks to address the teacher shortage in the state and will end in 2021.

Last action: 2018-03-26 · House

Extend Transitional Jobs Program

HB 18-1334, also known as the "Extend Transitional Jobs Program" bill, aims to keep a program that helps people find jobs and gain work experience running for another five years beyond its original end date of June 2019. This program assists individuals who are having difficulty finding employment by providing them with temporary job opportunities and training. The bill also allocates funds to the Department of Human Services to support this initiative. Since it has been signed, the program will continue to offer transitional jobs until at least 2024, helping those in need of employment assistance.

Last action: 2018-03-26 · House

Services Successful Adulthood Former Foster Youth

House Bill 18-1319, also known as "Services Successful Adulthood Former Foster Youth," allows county departments of human or social services to provide support services like employment assistance, housing help, education guidance, financial management, mental health care, and substance abuse treatment to young adults who were in foster care but have aged out between 18 and 21 years old. The bill also establishes a steering committee to create recommendations for long-term support plans for these former foster youth. Since the bill has been signed into law, it is now active and its provisions are being implemented to help former foster youth transition successfully into adulthood.

Last action: 2018-03-23 · House

Exempt Nonprofits For Use Of Electronic Gaming Machines

HB 18-1317 is a Colorado bill that allows certain nonprofit organizations, which already have licenses for bingo and raffles, to use electronic gaming machines without breaking the law. This means these nonprofits can continue offering simulated gambling devices as part of their fundraising activities. The bill has been signed into law, so it's now active and affects those specific nonprofits that hold the required licenses.

Last action: 2018-03-23 · House

Require Presidential Candidate Disclose Tax Return

House Bill 18-1318, which has been signed into law, requires presidential and vice-presidential candidates to submit their federal income tax returns for the past five years to the Colorado Secretary of State. If a candidate fails to provide these documents, their name will not appear on Colorado's official ballot. The Secretary of State is then required to publish the submitted tax returns online within seven days. This law affects anyone running for president or vice president who needs their names included on Colorado ballots and ensures that voters have access to this financial information about candidates.

Last action: 2018-03-23 · House

Deregulation Of Large-market Taxicab Service

HB 18-1320, also known as the Deregulation of Large-market Taxicab Service bill, changes how taxicabs are regulated in major cities across Colorado. Instead of being treated like common carriers (which have strict regulations), these taxis will now be considered motor carriers with fewer rules but still require a permit from the Public Utilities Commission to operate. The bill affects taxi companies operating in populous counties like Denver and requires them to have at least 25 vehicles, though smaller cities need only 10. It also allows the commission to set maximum rates for these services. Since it has been signed into law, this means that the changes will take effect as planned, impacting how large-scale taxi companies operate in Colorado starting January 1, 2019.

Last action: 2018-03-23 · House

Efficient Administration Medicaid Transportation

House Bill 18-1321 aims to improve how Medicaid covers urgent transportation needs for medical care. It requires the Department of Health Care Policy and Financing to develop a system that ensures people can get timely rides to their medical appointments when needed. The bill also includes funding to implement this new process and calls for annual reports to track its effectiveness. Since it has been signed, the changes are now in effect, meaning Medicaid recipients should see improvements in getting transportation help for urgent medical needs.

Last action: 2018-03-23 · House

Open Internet Customer Protections In Colorado

HB 18-1312, also known as Open Internet Customer Protections in Colorado, is a bill that aims to protect internet users by preventing internet service providers from engaging in certain practices like blocking legal content or slowing down specific types of traffic. If an ISP violates these rules, they can lose funding from the state and be required to refund money received from various support mechanisms. This law affects both ISPs and consumers who rely on fair internet access. Since it has been signed into law, ISPs operating in Colorado must now adhere to stricter regulations regarding how they manage their networks and provide services to customers.

Last action: 2018-03-22 · House

Drone Interference With Public Safety Operations

HB 18-1314, also known as the Drone Interference With Public Safety Operations bill, updates Colorado law to include unmanned aircraft systems (drones) under existing laws that prohibit obstructing public safety workers. This means that using a drone to interfere with police officers, firefighters, EMS providers, rescue specialists, or volunteers during their duties is now considered illegal. However, the bill also includes protections for operators who follow specific operational requirements. The bill has been signed into law, meaning it is now official and enforceable in Colorado.

Last action: 2018-03-22 · House

Manufactured Home Sales Tax Exemption

House Bill 18-1315, also known as the Manufactured Home Sales Tax Exemption, aims to remove state sales and use taxes on manufactured homes that meet federal safety standards. Currently, only a portion of these homes are tax-exempt, but this bill would make them entirely exempt from such taxes at both the state level and in local areas with similar tax bases. However, cities or counties still have the option to create their own exemptions if they choose to do so. The bill has been signed into law, meaning that manufactured home buyers will no longer pay sales and use taxes on these homes starting now.

Last action: 2018-03-22 · House

Extend Colorado Department Of Labor And Employment Skilled Worker, Outreach, Recruitment, and Key Training Grant Program

HB 18-1316 is a Colorado bill that extends a grant program called WORK, which helps businesses and organizations provide training for skilled workers. The program will receive funding of $7.6 million over three years to support more training programs in partnership with industries. This extension also sets deadlines for awarding grants and requires the state workforce development council to manage the application process and make decisions about grant awards. Since the bill has been signed, it is now law and its provisions are being implemented to help businesses train their employees and address labor shortages.

Last action: 2018-03-22 · House

Pharmacists To Serve As Practitioners

House Bill 18-1313 allows licensed and qualified pharmacists in Colorado to prescribe over-the-counter medications under the state's Medical Assistance Act and a statewide drug therapy protocol. This means that pharmacists can now provide certain prescriptions through agreements with other healthcare providers, making it easier for patients to get necessary medications without seeing a doctor first. The bill has been signed into law, so these changes are now in effect and affect both pharmacists and the people who use their services.

Last action: 2018-03-22 · House

Trades And Career And Technical Education

HR 18-1006, also known as the "Trades and Career and Technical Education" bill, aims to enhance training programs for careers in skilled trades and technical fields. This means it will help more people get the education they need to work in jobs like construction, manufacturing, and other hands-on professions that require specific skills. The bill affects students, educators, and employers who are part of these industries. Since the status is "signed," this means the governor has approved the bill, making its programs and funding initiatives official and ready for implementation.

Last action: 2018-03-21 · House

Programs Addressing Educator Shortages

HB 18-1309, a Colorado bill aimed at addressing teacher shortages, requires state education departments to create programs that help local educators earn teaching degrees. Under this program, school districts or charter schools pay for the last year of tuition for participating students in exchange for a commitment from these students to teach in those same districts or schools for three years after graduation. The bill also prioritizes funding for graduates of Colorado high schools who commit to teaching in areas with teacher shortages and rural communities. This initiative is now signed into law, meaning it will start implementing programs to help train more teachers where they are needed most.

Last action: 2018-03-21 · House

Emergency Employment Support Services Pilot Program DOLA

HB 18-1310, also known as the Emergency Employment Support Services Pilot Program DOLA, is a bill that creates a three-year program in Colorado aimed at helping people find jobs or job training. This program will provide financial support to individuals who live in rural and non-rural areas of the state, are 16 years old or older, eligible to work in the U.S., earn less than 200% of the federal poverty line, and are actively looking for employment or training opportunities. The bill has been signed into law and will be overseen by the Department of Labor and Employment, which will also report on its effectiveness at the end of the three-year period.

Last action: 2018-03-21 · House

Single Geographic Rating Area Individual Health Plan

House Bill 18-1311, which has been signed into law, changes how health insurance companies set rates for individual health plans in Colorado. Starting from January 1, 2019, insurers can no longer consider where a person lives when determining their insurance costs. This means that everyone in the state will pay similar rates regardless of location, creating a single statewide pricing area for individual health plans. The law affects all individuals purchasing individual health insurance plans in Colorado and aims to make healthcare more affordable and accessible across different regions of the state.

Last action: 2018-03-21 · House

Workers' Compensation Out-of-state Workers Temporarily In Colorado

HB 18-1308 is a Colorado bill that allows out-of-state employers with workers temporarily in Colorado to avoid following Colorado’s workers’ compensation rules, as long as those employees are covered by their home state's workers' compensation laws while working in Colorado. This applies only if the neighboring state also has similar provisions for Colorado workers in their state. Once signed into law, this means that out-of-state employers with temporary workers in Colorado can rely on their own state’s worker protection rules instead of Colorado’s, as long as both states agree to this arrangement.

Last action: 2018-03-20 · House

DOR Department Of Revenue Enforcement Measures Collection Of Tax Owed

House Bill 18-1304, which has been signed into law, extends the time period during which Colorado can collect taxes from individuals whose assets are managed by a court or who have filed for bankruptcy. It also clarifies that the Department of Revenue is allowed to sell vehicles owned by people who owe back taxes and outlines penalties for not surrendering property when required. This bill affects taxpayers with delinquent tax debts, especially those involved in legal proceedings like bankruptcy. Since it has been signed, the law is now in effect and being implemented.

Last action: 2018-03-20 · House

Improving Educational Stability For Foster Youth

HB 18-1306, known as "Improving Educational Stability For Foster Youth," aims to help foster children stay in their original schools even when they move to different homes or placements. This bill ensures that these students can remain at the school they know and are familiar with unless it's decided by social services that a change would be better for them. It also helps schools provide immediate enrollment, transportation support, and other necessary services for foster youth. Additionally, the bill allows schools to offer flexible ways for foster children to meet graduation requirements, such as waiving certain course requirements or using competency-based measures. The bill has been signed into law, meaning its provisions are now in effect and will help ensure that Colorado's foster youth have more stable educational experiences.

Last action: 2018-03-20 · House

Limit Access To Products With Dextromethorphan

House Bill 18-1307 limits the sale of products containing dextromethorphan, a common cough suppressant, to people under 18 years old in Colorado. Retailers must check IDs from buyers who appear younger than 25 or reasonably believe them to be under 18 before selling these products. Violating this rule can result in a written warning for the first offense and a fine of up to $200 for subsequent offenses. The law does not apply if the product is sold with a valid prescription. This bill has been signed into law, meaning it is now enforceable by retailers and enforced by legal penalties.

Last action: 2018-03-20 · House

Toxicology Lab Certification Waiver Colorado Department Of Public Health And Environment

HB 18-1302 is a Colorado bill that allows the state's Department of Public Health and Environment to waive certain certification requirements for toxicology labs if those labs are accredited by organizations that use recognized forensic standards. This change broadens the criteria from just two specific accrediting bodies (the American Board of Forensic Toxicology or ISO) to any entity using nationally or internationally accepted standards. The bill has been signed into law, meaning it is now official and in effect. It affects toxicology laboratories operating within Colorado that seek certification waivers based on their accreditation status.

Last action: 2018-03-20 · House

Income Tax Check-off Young Americans Financial Education

HB 18-1305 is a Colorado bill that allows taxpayers to make voluntary donations to support financial education for young people through a special line on their state income tax return. The money collected will go into the Young Americans Center for Financial Education fund, which helps teach kids about managing money. This fund will stay on the tax form as long as it collects at least $50,000 annually after a two-year trial period. Since the bill has been signed, it is now law and taxpayers can start contributing to this cause through their taxes in the near future.

Last action: 2018-03-20 · House

Youth Sports Coach Exempt Employment Security Act

HB 18-1303, also known as the Youth Sports Coach Exempt Employment Security Act, is a Colorado law that allows nonprofit youth sports organizations to classify their coaches as independent contractors rather than employees. This classification means these coaches are not eligible for unemployment benefits under the Colorado Employment Security Act if they stop working. The bill requires both the coach and the organization to sign an agreement stating this arrangement, and it limits how much control the organization can have over the coach’s methods of coaching. Since the bill has been signed into law, nonprofit youth sports organizations in Colorado can now follow these guidelines when hiring coaches.

Last action: 2018-03-20 · House

Create Governor's Mansion Maintenance Fund

Senate Bill 18-208, which has been signed into law, establishes a fund specifically for maintaining and operating Colorado's Governor's Mansion. This fund will be supported by income generated from the mansion’s activities, such as rental fees. The money in this fund can be used to cover various operational costs and maintenance needs of the mansion, but if there isn't enough money in the fund to cover all necessary repairs or upkeep, the Department of Personnel is still allowed to seek additional funding through existing processes. This bill affects how the Governor's Mansion is maintained and funded going forward. Since it has been signed into law, the provisions outlined in the bill are now active and being implemented.

Last action: 2018-03-19 · Senate

Amend Regulation Of Appraisal Management Companies

Senate Bill 18-210 updates Colorado’s regulations for appraisal management companies (AMCs) to align with recent federal changes. It defines AMCs and appraiser panels more clearly, requires the state board of real estate appraisers to maintain a list of AMCs that meet certain size criteria, and mandates these companies to follow specific processes to comply with federal lending laws. Additionally, it imposes an annual fee on subsidiaries of federally regulated financial institutions operating as AMCs in Colorado, which is then sent to a federal council. Since the bill has been signed into law, its provisions are now enforceable by the state board.

Last action: 2018-03-19 · Senate

Additional Funding For Small Rural Schools

Senate Bill 18-215 provides an additional $10 million in funding for small rural schools and charter schools within those districts in Colorado. This money is given based on the number of students each school has, helping smaller, more remote schools that might otherwise struggle with limited resources. The bill was signed into law, meaning these schools are now receiving this extra financial support to help improve their educational offerings.

Last action: 2018-03-19 · Senate

Request Self-sufficiency Waiver Medicaid Program

Senate Bill 18-214, also known as the Request Self-sufficiency Waiver Medicaid Program, aims to change Colorado's Medicaid program by requiring able-bodied adults to either work, seek employment, attend job training, or volunteer at a nonprofit organization in order to be eligible for benefits. The bill also introduces monthly income verification and imposes lifetime limits on Medicaid benefits of 5 years. Additionally, it allows the state to charge copayments to discourage unnecessary use of emergency services. This bill has been signed into law, meaning these changes could soon affect those who rely on Colorado's Medicaid program for healthcare coverage.

Last action: 2018-03-19 · Senate

Bachelor Nursing Completion Degree Local District College

House Bill 18-1300 allows community colleges like Aims Community College to offer bachelor’s degrees in nursing to students who already have or are pursuing an associate degree in nursing. This decision must be approved by the college's board of trustees and the Colorado Commission on Higher Education, ensuring it meets the needs of local communities. The bill is now signed into law, meaning community colleges can start offering these programs if they meet the necessary criteria.

Last action: 2018-03-19 · House

Modifications To Government Data Advisory Board

Senate Bill 18-209 modifies the Government Data Advisory Board in Colorado. It updates how the board works by changing its membership and extending its operation until July 1, 2024. The bill also removes a specific subcommittee focused on education data from the advisory board and schedules it for dissolution in 2019. This change means that instead of undergoing a formal review process before being dissolved, the education data subcommittee will simply end without further evaluation. Since the bill has been signed into law, these changes are now official.

Last action: 2018-03-19 · Senate

Electronic Filing Title Registration Motor Vehicle

HB 18-1299, a Colorado bill that has been signed into law, aims to modernize vehicle registration and title processing by allowing electronic methods. This means vendors can now electronically register vehicles on behalf of businesses, eliminating the need for paper titles unless requested. The Department of Revenue will manage this process through new rules, ensuring secure transactions while continuing to collect necessary fees and taxes from these vendors. This change affects businesses involved in vehicle sales and registration but does not alter how individual drivers handle their registrations. In practice, it means that businesses can now use digital systems for vehicle registration and title issuance, streamlining the process and reducing paperwork.

Last action: 2018-03-19 · House

Protect Water Quality Adverse Mining Impacts

House Bill 18-1301, also known as "Protect Water Quality Adverse Mining Impacts," aims to ensure that mining operations in Colorado have a clear plan for ending water treatment once environmental standards are met. The bill requires mining companies to provide proof that they will not need long-term water treatment and mandates financial assurance to cover the costs of necessary water quality treatments and monitoring, eliminating the option for companies to self-bond with their own financial statements. This legislation is now signed into law, meaning it has been officially enacted and its provisions are enforceable.

Last action: 2018-03-19 · House

Transfer Academic Credits For Division Of Youth Services Youths

Senate Bill 18-213, which has been signed into law, ensures that students who are transferred from a Division of Youth Services placement can transfer their academic credits just like any other student moving between schools. This means that when these youths move to a new school, the new school must accept and apply all previously completed coursework toward graduation requirements. The bill aims to help these young people continue their education without losing credit for work they've already done.

Last action: 2018-03-19 · Senate

Alternative Fuel Vehicles Public Utilities

Senate Bill 18-216, also known as the "Alternative Fuel Vehicles Public Utilities" bill, allows electric and natural gas public utilities in Colorado to build charging stations or fueling facilities for alternative fuel vehicles. This can be done either as regulated services with set standards or as unregulated services. The bill ensures that utilities can recover costs from all their customers similarly to how they recover costs for other infrastructure investments. The bill has been signed into law, meaning it is now official and enforceable in Colorado. It affects public utility companies and their customers who use alternative fuel vehicles.

Last action: 2018-03-19 · Senate

DHS Department Of Human Services Indirect Cost Assessments From Cash Funds

Senate Bill 18-207 allows the Department of Human Services (DHS) in Colorado to keep a portion of money from specific funds to cover indirect costs. These indirect costs are expenses that aren't directly tied to a single program but support multiple programs, like administrative overhead. The bill affects funds used for older Coloradans and the nurse home visitor program. 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 it's now in effect.

Last action: 2018-03-19 · Senate

Research Institutions Affordability For Residents

Senate Bill 18-206, also known as "Research Institutions Affordability For Residents," aims to make higher education more accessible and affordable for Colorado residents. The bill requires public research universities like the University of Colorado (CU), Colorado State University (CSU), the University of Northern Colorado (UNC), and the Colorado School of Mines (CSM) to admit all academically qualified Colorado freshmen and ensure that at least 55% of their students are from Colorado, excluding foreign and online-only students. It also increases the cap on foreign student enrollment to 15%. The bill has been signed into law, meaning these requirements will now be enforced, helping more Colorado residents attend these institutions.

Last action: 2018-03-19 · Senate

Marijuana Consumption Club License

Senate Bill 18-211, which has been signed into law, allows the creation of marijuana consumption clubs in Colorado. These clubs can sell and allow customers to consume marijuana products on-site but cannot serve food or alcohol. To operate, these clubs need a special license and must follow strict regulations, including restrictions on who can enter (only those 21 years or older) and requirements for proper ventilation. Local governments have the option to permit these clubs within their jurisdictions if they adopt specific approval processes.

Last action: 2018-03-19 · Senate

Increase Juror Compensation

Senate Bill 18-212 increases the daily compensation for trial and grand jurors in Colorado. Instead of the previous limit of $50 per day, jurors will now receive up to the state’s minimum wage plus an additional dollar, calculated for eight hours of work. This change aims to better compensate jurors for their time and effort. The bill has been signed into law, meaning that juror compensation will be updated according to this new standard.

Last action: 2018-03-19 · Senate

Climate Change Preparedness And Resiliency

HB 18-1297, also known as the Climate Change Preparedness and Resiliency bill, sets goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in Colorado. It aims to cut statewide emissions by 26% compared to 2005 levels by 2025 and decrease carbon dioxide from electricity generation by 25% by 2025 and further by 30% by 2030, relative to 2012 levels. The bill also establishes a resiliency office within the state government that will study the economic impacts of climate change and develop strategies to help local communities become more resilient. With $432,345 allocated for this initiative, the bill is now signed into law and its provisions are being implemented.

Last action: 2018-03-16 · House

Colorado Secure Savings Plan

HB 18-1298, also known as the Colorado Secure Savings Plan, establishes a board of trustees tasked with studying ways to increase retirement savings for private sector workers in Colorado. The board will analyze different approaches over two years, including an automatic payroll deduction IRA and a marketplace plan for small businesses, aiming to find convenient and low-cost solutions. If feasible options are identified, the board will recommend them to the governor and legislature. Since the bill has been signed into law, this study is now underway, potentially leading to new retirement savings initiatives in Colorado.

Last action: 2018-03-16 · House

Unattended Motor Vehicles Remote Starter Systems

HB 18-1296, also known as the Unattended Motor Vehicles Remote Starter Systems bill, allows car owners in Colorado to leave their cars running while unattended if they have either a remote starter system or adequate security measures installed. This means that people can use technology like key fobs to start and lock their vehicles from a distance without worrying about breaking any laws. The bill has been signed into law, so it is now official and enforceable in the state.

Last action: 2018-03-15 · House

Hemp Products Deemed Not Adulterated Or Misbranded

House Bill 18-1295, which has been signed into law, clarifies that food and cosmetic products containing industrial hemp are not considered unsafe or falsely labeled. This means companies can legally include hemp in their products without fear of violating state regulations. The Department of Public Health and Environment will oversee the registration process for businesses that want to sell, manufacture, process, or store these hemp-containing products. This bill affects anyone involved in the production or sale of food and cosmetics with industrial hemp ingredients.

Last action: 2018-03-15 · House

Sunset Continue Regulation Nursing Home Administrators

HB 18-1294 is a Colorado bill that extends for five more years the regulation of nursing home administrators by a specific board. This means that nursing home administrators will continue to be overseen and licensed by this board until September 1, 2023. The bill also requires these administrators to report any felony behavior they observe from their employees to law enforcement and relevant licensing boards, with consequences if they fail to do so. Since the status of the bill is "signed," it has been approved and is now law.

Last action: 2018-03-13 · House

Fiscal Year 18-19 Legislative Appropriation Bill

HB 18-1293 is a Colorado state budget bill that allocates money for the legislative department's operations during the fiscal year 2018-19. It also transfers $850,000 from a historical preservation fund to restore an old supreme court chamber in the state capitol building. The bill has been signed into law, meaning it is now official and the funds can be used as specified.

Last action: 2018-03-13 · House

Pilot Program Assistance Person Experiencing Homelessness

HB 18-1292, which has been signed into law, establishes a grant program called START (State Access to Resources and Training) in Colorado. This program provides funding for public safety agencies, social services, and nonprofits that work with homeless individuals. The grants can be used to offer various forms of assistance like housing vouchers, job training, counseling, transportation, and food aid. Agencies must collaborate with local courts, law enforcement, and other service providers to qualify for the grants. This program aims to help communities develop proactive solutions to address homelessness by providing essential resources and support.

Last action: 2018-03-12 · House

Colorado Firefighting Air Corps Fund Reserve Exemption

SB 18-202, also known as the Colorado Firefighting Air Corps Fund Reserve Exemption, allows the firefighting air corps fund in Colorado to keep more money at the end of each fiscal year. Currently, this fund is limited to keeping only up to 16.5% of its spending as reserve funds, but the bill removes that limit. This change will help ensure the fund has enough resources for unexpected needs or emergencies related to firefighting air operations. Since the bill has been signed into law, it is now in effect and the new rules apply immediately.

Last action: 2018-03-12 · Senate

Permit Electronic Participation In Interim Committee Meetings

SJR 18-008 is a bill that allows people to participate in interim committee meetings through electronic means, such as video calls or conference calls. This makes it easier for individuals who cannot physically attend these meetings to contribute their opinions and ideas. The bill has been signed into law, meaning that it is now official and can be implemented immediately.

Last action: 2018-03-12 · Senate

Increase Penalty For Peace Officer Assaults

Senate Bill 18-199, which has now been signed into law, increases the punishment for assaulting a peace officer in Colorado. Instead of the previous penalty, offenders will face a higher class of assault charge and must receive a prison sentence that is at least the maximum term and can extend up to 2.5 times this duration. This bill affects anyone who commits an assault against a police officer or other law enforcement official. Since it has been signed, the new penalties are now in effect for any future incidents of assaulting a peace officer.

Last action: 2018-03-12 · Senate

Industrial Hemp Designation Agricultural Product

Senate Bill 18-205 in Colorado makes industrial hemp seeds a regulated agricultural product. This means that anyone handling or selling these seeds must get the proper licenses as required by existing laws for commodities and farm products. The bill also allows the commissioner to set fees for registering to grow industrial hemp. Since it has been signed, this law is now in effect, impacting farmers and businesses involved with industrial hemp cultivation and trade in Colorado.

Last action: 2018-03-12 · Senate

Limit RTD Regional Transportation District Discount Fare Programs

Senate Bill 18-204, which has now been signed into law, stops the Regional Transportation District (RTD) from creating any new discount fare programs or incentives for riders unless they first get approval from the state legislature. This means that RTD will need to go through a formal legislative process before implementing any future discounted fares or similar benefits. The bill affects RTD and its passengers who might benefit from new discounts in the future. Since it is signed, this law is now active and RTD must follow these rules moving forward.

Last action: 2018-03-12 · Senate