The final Long Bill reflects community priorities by massively investing in public schools, health services, and infrastructure projects DENVER, CO - Today, the Senate passed this year’s ‘Long Bill’ as well as a series of companion bills that comprise the …
Legislation outlines plans to construct a passenger rail line from the New Mexico to Wyoming border DENVER, CO - Today, Senate President Leroy Garcia introduced his bipartisan legislation to implement one of the most expansive public transportation plans …
Bills on maternal health care and reducing recidivism, and stimulus bills on rural economic development, clean energy finance, and displaced workers all head to committees this week DENVER, CO - After knocking the state budget out of the park last week, …
Legislation would designate 988 as the official number for crisis response services in Colorado DENVER, CO – Today, the Senate Health and Human Services Committee unanimously approved legislation sponsored by Senator Chris Kolker that would provide a …
DENVER, CO – House and Senate leadership today introduced eight state stimulus bills to support the restaurant and events industries, provide youth mental health screenings, assist child care businesses and boost Colorado agriculture. The bills are part of …
After receiving final approval from the Joint Budget Committee last week, the Long Bill has begun making its way through the state legislature DENVER, CO - This morning, the ‘Long Bill’ as well as a series of companion bills that comprise the totality of …
Bills aim to uplift Colorado's economy, support our schools, & create jobs DENVER, CO – This afternoon, the General Assembly introduced one of their first rounds of stimulus bills in the House and Senate. These are the first of many policies aimed …
Legislation would establish program to impact social determinants of health among marginalized communities Denver, CO – Today, the Senate Health and Human Services Committee approved legislation sponsored by Senator Rhonda Fields that seeks to address …
Zenzinger receives bipartisan support for legislation that will work to recruit and retain quality teachers DENVER, CO - Today, a bill sponsored by Senator Rachel Zenzinger was approved with bipartisan support from the Senate Education Committee. SB21-185 …
Bills on greenhouse gas reductions, building the educator workforce, behavioral health, cultural equity, and reducing recidivism all head to committees this week DENVER, CO - As the legislative season continues, there are many priority bills that are …
Bill to repeal restrictions on abortion care for the most vulnerable Coloradans passes upper chamber DENVER, CO - Today, the Senate passed SB21-142, a bill sponsored by Senators Brittany Pettersen and Kerry Donovan that would allow sexual violence …
Denver, CO -- Today, the Senate approved two pieces of legislation that would direct the Department of Education to prioritize filling in student learning gaps caused by the pandemic as well as make necessary improvements to Colorado’s juvenile detention …
Bill to repeal restrictions on abortion care approved by Senate Health & Human Services Committee DENVER, CO - This afternoon, the Senate Health & Human Services Committee passed SB21-142, a bill sponsored by Senator Brittany Pettersen and Senate …
Legislation would protect health coverage outlined under the ACA & expand access to critical family planning services and preventative care DENVER, CO – Last night, the Senate Health and Human Services Committee approved two pieces of legislation that …
Ten fatalities from mass shooting event spark pain and outrage in Colorado community DENVER, CO – Following the mass shooting at a King Soopers in Boulder's Table Mesa neighborhood, senators from the community, including Majority Leader Steve Fenberg …
Senator Julie Gonzales’ bill to provide financial literacy resources and promote an equitable economic recovery passes through Senate Finance DENVER, CO - This afternoon, Democrats on the Senate Finance Committee gave initial approval to SB21-148, a bill …
Legislation would expand access to medical providers in certain regions of the state to make it easier for seniors to access care DENVER, CO -- Today, the Senate Health and Human Services Committee unanimously approved legislation sponsored by Senator …
Bills on financial empowerment, reproductive health care, health equity, preventative health care coverage, and worker’s rights all head to committees this week DENVER, CO - As the Senate calendar continues to grow, several legislative priorities hope to …
DENVER, CO – Democratic members of the Joint Budget Committee today released the following statements after the Legislative Council staff and the Office of State Planning and Budgeting delivered the March economic forecasts, both of which project higher …
Bill would fix long-standing property tax issues and strengthen Colorado schools in every community DENVER, CO - This afternoon, the Senate Education Committee gave bipartisan approval for HB21-1164, a bill sponsored by Education Committee Chair, Senator …
