Colorado 2025 Bills

Public Health Employee Whistleblower Rights

Senate Bill 26-179 expands protections for whistleblowers in Colorado's public health sector. It ensures that employees at the University of Colorado Hospital Authority and Denver Health and Hospital Authority can report workplace violations related to health or safety rules without fear of retaliation. The bill also removes certain legal barriers, like notice requirements and liability restrictions, that could otherwise hinder these workers from speaking up. Since it has been signed into law, this legislation now provides stronger protections for healthcare workers who raise concerns about public health issues in these specific hospitals.

Last action: 2026-04-23 · Senate

Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act Testing Entities

HB 26-1417, also known as the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act Testing Entities bill, expands the definition of "testing entity" to include any person, business, or government agency that offers exams or courses related to education, professional, or trade purposes. This means these entities must provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities, such as offering accessible testing locations or alternative arrangements, if those individuals meet the requirements for accommodation. The bill has been signed into law, meaning it is now enforceable and will affect anyone involved in administering exams or courses that lead to educational credentials, professional licenses, certifications, or trade qualifications in Colorado.

Last action: 2026-04-20 · House

Pathways for Individuals with Mental Health Disorder

Senate Bill 26-149, known as "Pathways for Individuals with Mental Health Disorder," aims to provide a pathway for defendants who are found incompetent due to mental health issues and pose a risk of serious harm. If the prosecution can prove by clear evidence that a defendant has a mental disability or developmental disorder and poses a danger, they can request civil commitment or enhanced protective placement instead of having charges dismissed. This bill affects individuals with mental disabilities involved in criminal cases who may be at risk to themselves or others. The bill is now signed into law, meaning its provisions are officially enacted and will guide how courts handle such cases moving forward. It ensures that defendants receive appropriate treatment while also protecting public safety by allowing for civil commitment when necessary.

Last action: 2026-03-26 · Senate

Civil Actions for Conversion Therapy Survivors

HB 26-1322, also known as the "Civil Actions for Conversion Therapy Survivors" bill, allows individuals who have been harmed by conversion therapy to sue mental health professionals and others involved in these practices. This includes therapists, supervisors, or entities that hired them to perform such treatments targeting sexual orientation or gender identity. The law removes any time limit on when someone can file a lawsuit related to this issue, meaning survivors can seek compensation for economic, emotional, and punitive damages at any point after the therapy occurred. Since it has been signed into law, victims of conversion therapy now have legal recourse to hold those responsible accountable without worrying about timing restrictions.

Last action: 2026-03-04 · House

Disability Rights Protections in Public Schools

Senate Bill 26-125, also known as the Disability Rights Protections in Public Schools bill, aims to prevent discrimination against students with disabilities in Colorado's public schools. It requires local education providers to ensure that these students can participate fully and equally in all school programs and activities without facing barriers or less effective services than their peers without disabilities. The bill has been signed into law, meaning it is now official policy and local education providers must comply with its requirements to avoid penalties such as funding cuts if they violate the provisions.

Last action: 2026-02-25 · Senate

Updates to Medicaid

HB 26-1235 is a Colorado bill that updates Medicaid by requiring transportation brokers to provide information about their contracts with medical transport providers starting December 1, 2026. It also changes some terms and requirements for reimbursement of treatment services in jails, prohibits certain payment reductions for outpatient therapy, mandates home-based service agencies to report financial data starting January 1, 2027, and requires the state department to publish information on community engagement efforts. This bill affects Medicaid members, healthcare providers, and transportation companies that work with Medicaid patients. Since it has been signed into law, these changes will be implemented as specified in the legislation.

Last action: 2026-02-18 · House

Procedures Related to Civil Asset Forfeiture

House Bill 26-1250 in Colorado updates civil asset forfeiture laws. It now requires a criminal conviction before property can be seized from someone involved in illegal activities, except under specific circumstances where clear evidence links the property to crimes. The bill also establishes a fund to provide legal defense for people who cannot afford it when facing civil asset forfeiture proceedings and changes how funds from forfeited assets are distributed, allocating some of these funds back into the new defense fund. This bill has been signed into law, meaning its provisions will now be enforced in Colorado's legal system.

Last action: 2026-02-18 · House

Process for People with Behavioral Health Disorder

HB 26-1116 is a Colorado bill that aims to improve mental health care and support for individuals with behavioral health disorders. It aligns the emergency commitment process for substance abuse and mental health issues, allows courts to require defendants to participate in mental health treatment as part of their discharge plan, and extends the follow-up period after an individual's release from emergency mental health hold from 48 hours to 72 hours. Additionally, it updates licensing requirements for behavioral health entities by allowing certain exceptions for telehealth services and outpatient care facilities. The bill has been signed into law, meaning its provisions are now in effect and being implemented.

Last action: 2026-02-04 · House

Public Trustee Act Foreclosure Procedures

HB 26-1098 is a Colorado bill that updates foreclosure procedures for properties. It changes how public trustees are paid and removes some requirements they previously had to follow when dealing with county commissioners. The bill also clarifies rules around notices sent before foreclosures, the rights of junior lien holders (people who have secondary claims on property), and what happens to leftover money from a sale if no one claims it. Since the status is "signed," this means that the governor has approved the bill, making these changes official law in Colorado.

Last action: 2026-02-03 · House

Safeguard Minors from Sex-Altering Interventions

HB 26-1087, which has been signed into law in Colorado, bans doctors and mental health professionals from providing certain treatments to minors that alter their biological sex characteristics. This includes surgeries, hormone therapy, puberty blockers, and counseling aimed at affirming a minor's gender identity or suggesting they need medical intervention due to distress about their biological sex. The law also prevents schools and healthcare providers from hiding information from parents if their child expresses a desire to transition, and it stops state funding for these treatments. Healthcare professionals who violate this law can lose their licenses and face criminal penalties. This affects minors seeking gender-affirming care and the medical professionals who provide such services.

Last action: 2026-02-02 · House

Regulation of Compounded Weight-Loss Medication

Senate Bill 26-66 regulates the sale and distribution of custom-made weight-loss medications in Colorado. It requires these compounded drugs to meet specific safety standards, such as being made from FDA-approved substances and manufactured at facilities that pass FDA inspections. The bill also mandates clear labeling with warnings about potential risks since these medications are not FDA-approved. Additionally, it prohibits misleading advertising claims and allows the state board of pharmacy to issue fines or revoke licenses for violations. This bill is now signed into law, meaning its regulations are enforceable in Colorado.

Last action: 2026-01-28 · Senate