Legislature

Cost of Living, Crime Rates Priorities for Democrat State Legislative Leaders

Democrat legislative leaders say they will focus on reducing costs of living, addressing crime, funding schools and improving air quality this session.
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Marijuana Bill Backs Off of Potency, Focuses on Youth Access

State lawmakers are no longer considering a bill with a marijuana potency cap, bills would require tighter requirements on medical marijuana.
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Congress Considers Civics Education Legislation

Bipartisan legislation recently introduced in Congress aims to improve civics education across the nation, similar to a Colorado state bill.
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State Bill Expedites Law Enforcement’s Cooperation in U Visa Applications

With the passage of a state bill, immigrants in Colorado gain another mechanism to help ensure their stay in the country
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Lawmakers Look to Update Children’s Code with 21st Century Language

Colorado lawmakers are considering updating language in Children’s Code with the intention of making it easier for lay people to understand
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Undocumented Coloradans in Essential Work Could Get Citizenship

Colorado’s undocumented essential workers, and those around the country, might have a path to citizenship through a bill before Congress.
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Gender Identity Discrimination Bill Passes House

The Colorado House of Representatives on April 1 passed a bill that would update state anti-discrimination laws to prohibit discrimination based on gender expression...

Colorado Lawmakers Propose Consumer Data Privacy Law

Colorado lawmakers on March 19 introduced a data privacy rights bill that would give consumers the right to opt out of having their personal...
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Lawmakers Seek to Remove Discrimination from Foster System

Democrats in the General Assembly are moving legislation aimed at rooting out discrimination in the foster care system and adoptions. HB21-1072 would require public and...
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Lawyer Legislators Introduce Divorce Process Alternative

Attorneys might have another tool for out-of-court dispute resolution if the Colorado General Assembly approves a bill establishing the Uniform Law Commission. HB21-143 would...