Tag:Colorado General assembly

Bill Introduced That Would Modify Civil Involuntary Commitment Laws

A bill was introduced this week that would make modifications to state laws around civil involuntary commitment.

Bill Requiring Elected Officials to Approve Public Health Orders During Epidemics Introduced

Lawmakers introduced a bill this week that would require elected officials to approve public health orders imposed in an epidemic.

Campaign Contributions Reporting Requirements Bill and Others Introduced

Lawmakers in the House introduced a bill that would extend deadlines to submit reports disclosing campaign contributions and expenditures.

House and Senate Introduce a Few Heavy Hitters

Lawmakers in the House and Senate introduced bills that would extend whistleblower protections and allow Tribal governments access to state grants and benefits programs.

Colorado Lawmakers Move to Make Workplace Whistleblower Protections Permanent

State lawmakers say they plan to introduce a bill that would extend workplace whistleblower protections beyond the pandemic.

Happenings in the House This Week

This week lawmakers hit the ground running and have introduced more than 20 bills in the House of Representatives for committee consideration.

Legislative Look Ahead: Fentanyl, Consent and Youth Interrogations Among Criminal Law Topics to Watch at Capitol

The 2022 legislative session is likely to bring criminal justice-related bills on fentanyl, witness intimidation and youth interrogations.

State Republicans Reveal 2022 Legislative Agenda on Affordability, Crime and Education

Republican lawmakers announced their legislative priorities for 2022 on Wednesday, including public safety and education bills.