Press Releases

Jan 14, 2026

Western Slope Democrats Kick Off Legislative Session

House Speaker Julie McCluskie, Senator Dylan Roberts, Representatives Elizabeth Velasco, Katie Stewart and Meghan Lukens today share their legislative priorities on the first day of the Second Regular Session of the 75th General Assembly.

Jan 14, 2026

House Democrats Introduce First Ten Bills

New legislation tackles housing affordability, supports behavioral health care and prioritizes public safety

Jan 14, 2026

Speaker McCluskie Delivers Opening Day Remarks

House Speaker Julie McCluskie today delivered remarks to open the Second Session of the 75th General Assembly.

Jan 8, 2026

Speaker McCluskie Announces Committee Assignments

Speaker Julie McCluskie today announced committee appointments for the second regular session of the 75th General Assembly. The appointments were necessitated in part by the resignation of Representative William Lindstedt, who was appointed to serve in the state Senate.

Jan 7, 2026

Democratic Leadership, JBC Members Release Statement After Trump Freezes Child Care, Social Services Funding

Democratic Leadership and members of the Joint Budget Committee today released a statement responding to the Trump Administration’s freeze of more than $300 million of funding for child care and social services for the state’s most vulnerable.

Dec 31, 2025

Speaker McCluskie Celebrates Continuation of Committee Video Streaming

The Executive Committee of the Legislative Council today voted to continue video streaming for all legislative committee hearings on a year-round basis beginning in January 2026.

Dec 19, 2025

Colorado Budget Squeezed by Federal Tariffs and H.R.1, Economy Facing Headwinds

Data challenges add to uncertainty driven by erratic federal policies

Dec 17, 2025

Right to Repair Electronic Equipment Law Goes Into Effect

On January 1, 2026, legislation goes into effect to save consumers money and combat electronic waste. HB24-1121 extends Colorado’s right to repair laws to certain electronic equipment, including cell phones, computers and televisions.

Dec 17, 2025

Trio of Bills to Improve Access to Affordable Health Care Go Into Effect

Three new laws to preserve access to affordable health care will go into effect on January 1, 2026.

Dec 16, 2025

New Law to Address the High Cost of Child Care Goes Into Effect

Legislation sponsored by Senator Janice Marchman, D-Loveland, and Representatives Jenny Willford, D-Northglenn, and Lorena García, D-Unincorporated Adams County, to address the high cost of child care goes into effect January 1, 2025.

Dec 15, 2025

Bills to Increase Price Transparency, Protect Colorado Renters and Consumers Go Into Effect

On January 1, 2026, a slate of consumer protection legislation goes into effect to crack down on surprise junk fees and increase access to stable housing for renters.

Dec 15, 2025

Press Releases

Western Slope Democrats Kick Off Legislative Session

House Speaker Julie McCluskie, Senator Dylan Roberts, Representatives Elizabeth Velasco, Katie Stewart and Meghan Lukens today share their legislative priorities on the first day of the Second Regular Session of the 75th General Assembly.

House Democrats Introduce First Ten Bills

New legislation tackles housing affordability, supports behavioral health care and prioritizes public safety

Speaker McCluskie Delivers Opening Day Remarks

House Speaker Julie McCluskie today delivered remarks to open the Second Session of the 75th General Assembly.

Speaker McCluskie Announces Committee Assignments

Speaker Julie McCluskie today announced committee appointments for the second regular session of the 75th General Assembly. The appointments were necessitated in part by the resignation of Representative William Lindstedt, who was appointed to serve in the state Senate.

Democratic Leadership, JBC Members Release Statement After Trump Freezes Child Care, Social Services Funding

Democratic Leadership and members of the Joint Budget Committee today released a statement responding to the Trump Administration’s freeze of more than $300 million of funding for child care and social services for the state’s most vulnerable.

Speaker McCluskie Celebrates Continuation of Committee Video Streaming

The Executive Committee of the Legislative Council today voted to continue video streaming for all legislative committee hearings on a year-round basis beginning in January 2026.

Colorado Budget Squeezed by Federal Tariffs and H.R.1, Economy Facing Headwinds

Data challenges add to uncertainty driven by erratic federal policies

Right to Repair Electronic Equipment Law Goes Into Effect

On January 1, 2026, legislation goes into effect to save consumers money and combat electronic waste. HB24-1121 extends Colorado’s right to repair laws to certain electronic equipment, including cell phones, computers and televisions.

Trio of Bills to Improve Access to Affordable Health Care Go Into Effect

Three new laws to preserve access to affordable health care will go into effect on January 1, 2026.

New Law to Address the High Cost of Child Care Goes Into Effect

Legislation sponsored by Senator Janice Marchman, D-Loveland, and Representatives Jenny Willford, D-Northglenn, and Lorena García, D-Unincorporated Adams County, to address the high cost of child care goes into effect January 1, 2025.

Bills to Increase Price Transparency, Protect Colorado Renters and Consumers Go Into Effect

On January 1, 2026, a slate of consumer protection legislation goes into effect to crack down on surprise junk fees and increase access to stable housing for renters.

Bill to Improve Building Accessibility for Coloradans with Disabilities Takes Effect

HB25-1030 requires local governments to ensure building codes incorporate accessibility standards in new and renovated buildings