Colorado 2025 Bills

Residential Lease Copy And Rent Receipt

Senate Bill 18-010, which has been signed into law, requires Colorado landlords to give tenants a copy of their lease agreement and a receipt for any rent paid in person with cash or a money order. For other payment methods, landlords must provide receipts if requested by the tenant. Landlords can send these documents electronically unless the tenant asks for paper copies. This bill affects both landlords and tenants, ensuring better documentation and transparency in rental agreements and payments.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Change Date Of Regular Special District Elections

House Bill 18-1039 changes when regular special district elections are held in Colorado. Instead of being on the Tuesday after the first Monday in May every even-numbered year (like 2020 and 2022), these elections will now take place on that date in odd-numbered years starting from 2023 onwards. This means people elected to special district positions in 2020 and 2022 will serve extra time, extending their terms until the next election cycle aligns with the new schedule. The bill has been signed into law, so these changes are now official and will be implemented starting from 2023.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Relocate Title 24 Gambling Intercept To Title 44

Senate Bill 18-035 moves certain gambling-related laws from one part of Colorado's legal code to another. Specifically, it takes rules about a program that intercepts gambling payments and places them in a new section of the law books managed by the Department of Revenue. This change affects how these gambling regulations are organized but doesn't alter the actual rules themselves. The bill has been signed into law, meaning the changes have officially taken effect.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Consumer Control Of Consumer Credit Information

HB 18-1063, also known as "Consumer Control of Consumer Credit Information," is a Colorado bill that gives consumers more control over their credit information. It requires consumer reporting agencies to get your permission before sharing or selling your credit report and related data to third parties, with some exceptions like court orders. Additionally, if there's a security breach at the agency after January 1, 2017, where your personal information is compromised, you can request that they provide you with all of your file details for free, remove any information from their records, and stop retaining data about you. The bill has been signed into law, meaning these protections are now in effect for Colorado residents.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Title 12 Relocation

Senate Bill 18-032, titled "Title 12 Relocation," is a Colorado law that moves certain sections of existing laws from one part of the state's legal code to another. Specifically, it reorganizes laws related to parental notification for medical procedures, firearms dealers, background checks at gun shows, and unsworn declarations. This bill has been signed into law, meaning these changes are now in effect and will make the legal code easier to navigate by grouping similar laws together. The changes affect how these specific laws are organized but do not alter their content or enforcement.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

FPPA Fire And Police Pension Association Statewide Standard Health History Form

HB 18-1056 is a Colorado bill that requires new employees joining the Fire and Police Pension Association (FPPA) to fill out a standard health history form. This form helps FPPA understand each member's health status at the start of their employment, which can affect eligibility for disability or survivor benefits later on. Employers must ensure these forms are completed and submitted; otherwise, they could be responsible for paying certain benefits if something goes wrong. The bill also allows FPPA to use electronic versions of this form. Since it has been signed into law, the requirements outlined in the bill are now enforceable.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Title 12 Recodification Study One-year Extension

Senate Bill 18-031 extends a study on how to reorganize and update Title 12 of Colorado's laws for one more year until September 1, 2019. The bill also provides $54,257 from the state’s general fund to support this extended research. This affects anyone involved in or impacted by the laws covered under Title 12. Since the bill has been signed into law, the study will proceed as planned with additional time and funding to ensure thorough analysis.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Relocate Auto Industry Division To Title 44

Senate Bill 18-030 moves certain laws about car and powersports vehicle sales from one part of Colorado’s legal books to another. Specifically, it takes these laws out of Title 12 (which deals with professions and occupations) and puts them into a new Title 44, which will be managed by the Department of Revenue. This change also moves some related rules about event data recorders to a different section in Title 42. The bill has been signed into law, meaning these changes are now official and in effect.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Colorado Energy Office

Senate Bill 18-003, which has been signed into law, makes several changes related to Colorado's energy policies and programs. It ends certain grant and loan programs that supported renewable energy projects in schools and removes the Colorado Energy Office’s involvement in some specific initiatives like woody biomass bio-heating support and educational grants for building trade professionals. The bill also updates the office's responsibilities by promoting cleaner energy sources such as nuclear and hydroelectric power, adding energy storage systems to its focus areas, and expanding collaborations with the energy industry and executive departments. Additionally, it modifies how funds are managed and spent, including renaming the Clean and Renewable Energy Fund to the Energy Fund and allowing for public education on energy issues. This bill affects various stakeholders involved in Colorado’s energy sector, including schools, renewable energy companies, and educational institutions focused on energy-related training.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Kindergarten Through Twelfth Grade Accreditation Weighted Factors

House Bill 18-1019, also known as the Kindergarten Through Twelfth Grade Accreditation Weighted Factors bill, aims to improve how Colorado measures high school performance by adding new criteria. These include considering students who complete advanced placement (AP), concurrent enrollment, and international baccalaureate (IB) courses in subjects outside of English language arts or math, and achieve certain scores or grades in these courses. The bill also allocates $30,000 to the Department of Education for implementing this new system. Since it has been signed into law, Colorado's public schools will now use these additional measures when evaluating their accreditation levels.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Right To Rest Act

HB 18-1067, also known as the Right To Rest Act in Colorado, protects people experiencing homelessness by ensuring they can use public spaces freely, rest there when needed, and eat food anywhere it's not already banned. It also allows them to stay in legally parked vehicles and gives them privacy for their belongings. This bill has been signed into law, meaning these protections are now official rules that everyone must follow.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

FAMLI Family Medical Leave Insurance Program

HB 18-1001, also known as the FAMLI Family Medical Leave Insurance Program, establishes a new program in Colorado that allows workers to receive partial wage replacement when they need time off for their own serious health issues, to care for a family member with such issues, or to welcome a new child. Employees will pay into this fund through premiums, which are based on a percentage of their yearly wages and won't exceed 0.99% initially. The bill has been signed into law, meaning that the program can now be implemented by the Department of Labor and Employment. This affects all employees in Colorado who contribute to the fund and may benefit from it when they need leave.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Access Medical Records State Emergency Medical Services Patient Care Database

House Bill 18-1032, which has been signed into law, allows the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment to share individual patient information from their emergency medical services database with health information organizations. This sharing must comply with HIPAA regulations, ensuring that patient data is used only for purposes allowed under federal privacy laws. The bill affects patients who receive emergency medical care in Colorado and aims to improve the coordination and accessibility of healthcare information between different providers.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Military Enlistment School Performance Indicator

Senate Bill 18-012, now signed into law, adds military enlistment as a measure of success for Colorado high schools alongside college enrollment. This means that when evaluating how well schools are preparing students for life after graduation, the state will consider both those who go to college and those who join the military immediately after finishing high school. The bill affects all public high schools in Colorado and aims to give equal recognition to different paths students might take after graduating. Since it has been signed into law, this change is now official and being implemented by the Department of Education.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Increase Surcharge For Court Security Cash Fund

House Bill 18-1055 increases a court security fee in Colorado. Currently, courts collect an extra $5 on various fees like docket and jury fees for civil actions, criminal convictions, probate filings, traffic infractions, and water-related cases. The bill raises this surcharge to $10, meaning each of these fees will go up by $5. Once the bill is signed into law, half of this new surcharge ($5) will be returned to the specific court that collected it. Since the status shows "signed," the bill has been approved and enacted into law, meaning the increased surcharges are now in effect.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Vision Care Plans Carriers Eye Care Providers

HB 18-1012 is a Colorado law that protects eye care providers by preventing insurance companies from setting fees for services or requiring providers to charge less than their usual rates for non-covered services. It also stops insurers from forcing eye care providers to join multiple networks as a condition of participating in one network, and mandates that any changes to contracts between insurers and providers must be communicated clearly. This law is now signed into effect, meaning insurance companies and vision plan carriers are required to follow these rules when dealing with eye care providers.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Relocate Title 12 Marijuana To New Title 44

HB 18-1023 is a Colorado bill that moves marijuana-related laws from Title 12, which deals with professions and occupations, to a new Title 44. This change organizes all regulations managed by the Department of Revenue into this new title. The bill affects how marijuana laws are structured in state statutes but does not change the actual content or enforcement of these laws. Since it has been signed, the changes have become official law.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Development of Marijuana Tracking Technology

Senate Bill 18-029 in Colorado requires a research institute at Colorado State University-Pueblo to develop special technology for tracking marijuana and industrial hemp. This technology will involve applying an agent to plants or products that can be scanned to verify if they come from licensed businesses. Once the state licensing authority approves this technology, it will become mandatory for all licensed marijuana businesses and registered hemp cultivators to use it. Law enforcement agencies will also have access to this scanning technology, which could help them identify illegal activities in the market. The bill has been signed into law, meaning that these requirements are now official and will be implemented as described.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

No Encryption Of Dispatch Radio Communications

House Bill 18-1061, which has been signed into law in Colorado, requires government entities like cities and counties to broadcast their dispatch radio communications without encryption. This means that anyone with a commercially available scanner can listen to these communications. However, there are exceptions for tactical and investigative situations where encryption is necessary to protect safety or prevent criminal activity. The bill also mandates that any entity using encrypted communications must list those channels on its public website along with details about their use. Additionally, it penalizes individuals who misuse monitored dispatch radio communications to commit crimes. This law affects anyone involved in government dispatch operations and the general public interested in monitoring these communications.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Land Surveyors Continuing Education Requirement

House Bill 18-1038, which has been signed into law, requires professional land surveyors in Colorado to complete continuing education courses to keep their licenses up-to-date. This means that land surveyors must stay current with the latest practices and technologies in their field. The bill affects all licensed land surveyors who need to renew their licenses. Now that it is signed, the state board will create rules for how these requirements will be implemented.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Attorney General Deceptive Practice Court Order

House Bill 18-1028, which has been signed into law, allows judges to issue court orders requiring individuals or businesses to cooperate with investigations by the attorney general or district attorneys if their cooperation is needed to investigate deceptive trade practices. This bill affects anyone who might be under investigation for misleading consumers in Colorado. Now that it's signed, the law is active and can be enforced to help investigators gather necessary information to prevent unfair business practices.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Colorado Commission On Criminal And Juvenile Justice Criminal Sentencing Study

Senate Bill 18-018, also known as the Colorado Commission On Criminal And Juvenile Justice Criminal Sentencing Study, aims to study and improve criminal sentencing practices in Colorado. The bill instructs a state commission to hire experts to conduct this research and form an advisory committee to review findings and suggest changes to current sentencing laws. Since the status is "signed," it means that the governor has approved the bill, making its recommendations official and likely leading to future reforms based on the study's results.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Repeal Ammunition Magazine Prohibition

Senate Bill 18-052, which has been signed into law, removes previous restrictions on ammunition magazines in Colorado. It撤销了关于禁止拥有某些弹匣的规定，并取消了要求在2013年7月1日之后制造的弹匣上永久标记的规定。这项法案影响所有持有和使用弹匣的个人，尤其是枪支爱好者和射击运动参与者。现在该法案已经签署成为法律，意味着这些限制不再有效，人们可以合法地拥有和使用之前被禁止的大容量弹匣。

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Financing Rural Broadband Deployment

Senate Bill 18-002, titled "Financing Rural Broadband Deployment," aims to improve internet access in rural areas of Colorado by increasing the minimum broadband speed requirements and reallocating funds from nonrural carriers to a fund dedicated to expanding broadband services. This bill affects unserved or underserved rural communities with fewer than 7,500 residents that lack adequate federal support for broadband infrastructure. The governor has signed this bill into law, meaning it will now be implemented as stated, helping to ensure more reliable and faster internet access in these areas starting from January 1, 2019.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Department Of Human Services Report Data And Add MembersTo Working Group

House Bill 18-1010, which has been signed into law, requires the Department of Human Services to track and report data on juveniles who have completed their parole sentences. This includes collecting information about any new criminal offenses committed within three years after they leave supervision and reporting educational outcomes for these individuals annually. The bill also mandates that the judicial department provide necessary data to the state auditor for audits, and adds two members to a working group focused on youth restraint and seclusion. This law affects juveniles under Department of Human Services supervision and those involved in juvenile or adult criminal justice systems after their parole discharge. Since it has been signed, the bill is now an active law that the Department must follow.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Repeal Architectural Paint Stewardship Act

Senate Bill 18-045, which has now been signed into law,撤销了《建筑涂料管理法》。这项法律原本要求生产建筑涂料的公司建立回收计划，并通过向零售商和分销商收取费用来筹集资金，这些成本最终会转嫁给购买油漆的消费者。简单来说，这个法案废除了之前对建筑涂料生产商关于回收和收费的规定，这意味着今后不再有强制性的涂料回收项目或相关费用了。这项变化影响到所有在科罗拉多州销售和购买建筑涂料的人。

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Additional Public School Capital Construction Funding

HB 18-1070, also known as Additional Public School Capital Construction Funding, increases funding for school construction projects in Colorado. It does this by allocating more money from marijuana tax revenue towards the Building Excellent Schools Today (BEST) program and raising the cap on lease payments that can be made with both state and local funds. The bill ensures that if there's not enough money to cover all BEST lease payments, some funding for regular school operations will be redirected to make up the difference. Governor Hickenlooper signed this bill into law, meaning it is now active and being implemented to support public school construction in Colorado.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Affordable Housing Tax Credit

Senate Bill 18-007, also known as the Affordable Housing Tax Credit bill, updates the name of an existing tax credit program from "low-income housing tax credit" to "affordable housing tax credit." The bill also extends the deadline for allocating these tax credits by the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority until December 31, 2024. This change aims to provide more time for developers to use the tax credits to build affordable homes. Since the bill has been signed into law, it is now active and affecting housing development projects in Colorado.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Exception To 2-year Higher Education Service Areas

House Bill 18-1052 changes Colorado’s rules about where community colleges can offer classes for high school students. Currently, these colleges are only allowed to provide special high school classes called "concurrent enrollment programs" within their designated service areas. The bill allows a college to offer these classes outside its area if another college in the area isn’t providing them. This means more high schools could get access to advanced courses even if they’re far from their local community college. Since the bill has been signed, it is now law and colleges can start offering these programs according to the new rules.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Animal Feeding Operation Permits Continuation

Senate Bill 18-033 extends the permit program for animal feeding operations in Colorado until July 1, 2025. It keeps the current fees for this program unchanged and allocates $14,323 from a specific fund to support the department that oversees these permits. This bill affects farmers and businesses involved in raising animals on large scales. Since it has been signed into law, the changes described are now in effect.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Transportation Infrastructure Funding

Senate Bill 18-001, also known as the Transportation Infrastructure Funding bill, aims to provide financial support for road and highway projects in Colorado. It requires the state treasurer to transfer money from the general fund to the state highway fund over several years to help finance these projects. The bill also includes provisions that would allow the state to issue more transportation revenue anticipation notes (TRANs) if voters approve it, which could provide up to $3.5 billion for additional infrastructure improvements. This bill is now signed into law and will start transferring funds as specified in its sections.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact

HB 18-1017, also known as the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact Act, allows psychologists who are licensed in any state that joins this compact to provide telepsychology services or temporary in-person services (up to 30 days a year) to clients in other compact states. This bill affects both psychologists and their patients by making it easier for psychologists to practice across state lines without needing separate licenses in each state. The bill has been signed into law, meaning that Colorado is now part of this agreement, which will facilitate out-of-state psychologists providing services to Coloradans and vice versa.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Senate State Office Nominee Rejection Effects

Senate Bill 18-043 is a Colorado law that says if the governor nominates someone for an important state job and the Senate rejects this nomination, that person can't be nominated again for the same position by the governor until a new Senate starts. This means the rejected candidate is off-limits for that specific role during the current Senate's term but becomes eligible once a new Senate takes over. The law also states that if an existing state officer’s term ends and their reappointment is rejected, they must stop working in that position immediately after their term expires, even if no one else has taken over yet. This bill was signed into law and is now active.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Department Of Corrections Disclose Location Of Out-of-state Inmate

Senate Bill 18-014, now signed into law, requires Colorado's Department of Corrections to inform prosecutors and victims when an inmate is moved out-of-state for incarceration. The department must notify these parties within two days about the new location unless certain safety or legal concerns apply. If there are such concerns, the department still needs to tell them that the inmate has been relocated but can't disclose where exactly due to risks involved. This law aims to keep victims informed while also protecting inmates and staff when necessary.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Clarify Sexually Exploitative Material Discovery

House Bill 18-1066, which has been signed into law, clarifies how sexually exploitative materials are handled in legal cases involving child exploitation. It specifies that even though certain professionals like law enforcement and defense counsel can come across such material as part of their duties, they cannot receive copies of these materials during the discovery process. This ensures that while necessary for investigation and defense, access to sensitive material is restricted to protect victims' privacy and dignity. The bill affects legal professionals involved in cases related to child exploitation and aims to balance investigative needs with victim protection.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Private Interstate Commercial Vehicle Registration

House Bill 18-1042, known as the Private Interstate Commercial Vehicle Registration bill, allows private companies to register commercial vehicles that travel between states. This program aims to make registration more efficient and cost-effective for the state by reducing costs through better services or faster processing times. The Department of Revenue will oversee these private providers, ensuring they follow all state laws regarding taxes and fees. The bill has been signed into law, meaning private companies can now apply to be approved as vehicle registrars under this new system.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Mussel-free Colorado Act

HB 18-1008, known as the Mussel-free Colorado Act, aims to protect Colorado’s waterways from harmful aquatic species like invasive mussels. The bill requires boat owners and users to pay a fee for an "aquatic nuisance species stamp," with in-state residents paying $25 and nonresidents $50 starting January 1, 2019. It also increases penalties for not complying with inspections or failing to purchase the required stamp. Signed into law, this act now mandates these fees and stricter regulations on boat owners to prevent the spread of harmful aquatic species in Colorado’s waters.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Human Trafficking Commercial Driver's License

HB 18-1018, also known as the Human Trafficking Commercial Driver's License bill, requires driving schools that provide training for commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) to include education on preventing human trafficking. Additionally, it mandates that the Department of Transportation publish information about human trafficking for CDL holders and those seeking a license. This affects anyone who trains or holds a CDL in Colorado. Since the bill has been signed into law, these requirements are now enforceable rules in the state.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Repeal Tax Credits Innovative Vehicles

Senate Bill 18-047, which has been signed into law, removes tax credits that were available for people who bought or leased innovative vehicles and trucks starting from January 1, 2019. This means that individuals will no longer receive income tax reductions when purchasing or leasing these types of vehicles after this date. The state government is also required to put the money saved from not giving out these tax credits into a fund used for maintaining roads and highways over the next few years. This bill affects anyone who was planning to buy or lease an innovative vehicle or truck and expected to receive tax benefits as part of their decision.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Expanded Duration For Colorado Water Resources And Power Development Authority Revolving Loans

Senate Bill 18-019 allows the Colorado Water Resources and Power Development Authority to offer longer-term loans for water pollution control projects. Currently, these loans are limited to a maximum of 20 years after project completion, but this bill removes that limit so that loan durations can match up to 30 years or the expected lifespan of the project, as determined by federal guidelines. This change will help local communities and entities finance water infrastructure improvements over longer periods without the previous time constraints. The bill has been signed into law, meaning these new rules are now in effect.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Promote Off-label Use Pharmaceutical Products

Senate Bill 18-023, which has been signed into law, allows pharmaceutical companies and their representatives to promote the off-label use of prescription drugs, biological products, or devices that have already been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This means they can discuss uses for these medications beyond what is officially approved by the FDA with healthcare providers and patients. The bill affects pharmaceutical manufacturers and healthcare professionals who prescribe medication. Since it has been signed, the law is now in effect and changes how off-label promotion of drugs can be conducted in Colorado.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Relocate Title 12 Liquor Division Fund To Title 44

HB 18-1026 is a Colorado bill that moves certain laws related to liquor regulation from Title 12 of the state’s statutes to a new Title 44. This change affects how the Department of Revenue manages and enforces regulations for activities it oversees, including liquor licensing. The bill has been signed into law, meaning these changes are now in effect and will help organize Colorado's legal framework more clearly.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Opioid Misuse Prevention

HB 18-1003, titled "Opioid Misuse Prevention," is a Colorado bill aimed at addressing the opioid and substance use disorder crisis in the state. It establishes a study committee that will investigate current resources for prevention, treatment, and recovery, as well as gaps in these services, and suggest legislative solutions by 2020. The bill also allocates funds to expand behavioral health services in schools, create screening programs for substance abuse, and develop educational activities for medical professionals on safe opioid prescribing practices. Additionally, it sets up a youth-focused prevention program and provides grants for research into substance use disorders. Since the bill has been signed, its provisions are now law and being implemented by various state departments.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

G. A. Salary Ranges

SJR 18-001 is a bill that aims to establish salary ranges for government officials in Colorado, specifically focusing on the governor's assistant. This measure would provide more transparency and structure regarding compensation for high-level state employees. The bill has passed both legislative houses and awaits action from the Governor. If signed into law, it will set new guidelines for determining salaries of certain government positions starting from a specific date.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Reclaimed Water Use For Toilet Flushing

HB 18-1069 is a Colorado bill that allows treated wastewater, known as reclaimed water, to be used for flushing toilets in multi-family and non-residential buildings. This means that instead of using clean drinking water, buildings can use recycled water for their toilet systems, which helps conserve fresh water resources. The bill also gives the state authority to set rules and standards for how this reclaimed water is treated and used safely. Since it has been signed into law, these changes are now in effect, helping to promote more sustainable water usage practices across Colorado.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Expand Child Nutrition School Lunch Protection Act

Senate Bill 18-013, also known as the "Expand Child Nutrition School Lunch Protection Act," aims to provide free lunches to more students. Currently, children in early childhood education programs and those from kindergarten through fifth grade who qualify for reduced-price lunch can get free meals. The bill expands this benefit to include eighth graders in schools that choose to participate. It also sets a limit on how much money the state will spend each year to fund these free lunches. Since the bill has been signed, it is now law and schools can start offering free lunches to eligible students up to eighth grade.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

Message From Governor

HJR 18-1001 is a bill that conveys a message from the Governor of Colorado, likely addressing important issues or concerns to the state legislature and voters. Since it has been signed, its message is now official policy or stance of the governor. This affects all Colorado residents as it could influence legislative decisions and public policies. However, without more specific details about the content of the message, I can't provide exact impacts or actions resulting from this bill.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Marijuana Closed-loop Payment System Pilot Project

Senate Bill 18-021 in Colorado aims to create a pilot program for a closed-loop payment system within the marijuana industry. This means that businesses involved with selling or processing marijuana would use this special payment system, which also allows medical patients and retail customers to participate. The bill requires the state licensing authority to work on rules for this system and report back to lawmakers about how it works. Since the status is "signed," the program has been approved by the government and is now in effect or being implemented.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · Senate

House Employees and Officers

It seems there might be some missing information in your request, as the official description for HR 18-1001 is not provided. However, based on the title "House Employees and Officers," this bill likely deals with regulations or changes related to employees and officers working within the Colorado House of Representatives. If signed into law, it would affect the terms of employment, benefits, duties, or other aspects of how staff members and officials in the state legislature are managed. Since the status is listed as "signed," this means that the bill has been approved by both houses of the Colorado General Assembly and then signed by the governor, making it an official law. For a general voter, this would mean that any changes or updates to how employees and officers within the House operate have now become legally binding.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House

Social Studies Assessment In High Schools

House Bill 18-1014, which has been signed into law, removes the requirement for high schools in Colorado to administer a state assessment test in social studies. This means that high school students will no longer be required to take this specific exam as part of their graduation requirements. The bill affects all public high school students and educators in Colorado who were previously involved with the social studies assessment. With the bill now signed, the requirement for this particular test is officially removed, though other assessments or curriculum standards may still apply.

Last action: 2018-01-10 · House