Press Releases

Feb 20, 2024

House Democrats Unveil Bill to Incentivize Housing Near Transit

Legislation would incentivize housing near transit options, and create tax credit to support affordable housing construction and an infrastructure development fund

Feb 16, 2024

House Advances Bill to Prevent Evictions, Homelessness

The House today advanced legislation to prevent evictions and keep Coloradans safely housed, outlining the conditions when landlords would have grounds to file for evictions or “no-fault” lease terminations.

Feb 16, 2024

House Advances Bills to Recognize and Support Military Families

The House today passed two bills on a preliminary vote to support military families.

Feb 15, 2024

Committee Passes Bill to Boost Colorado’s Workforce

The House Business Affairs & Labor Committee today passed legislation to strengthen our workforce and reduce recidivism by ensuring Coloradans who have served their time can re-enter our workforce, acquire professional credentials, support their families and succeed in their careers. The bill passed unanimously by a vote of 11-0.

Feb 15, 2024

Legislation to Increase Penalties for Child Labor Violations Clears Committee

Bill would increase financial penalties for businesses that violate the law, incentivize reporting and improve transparency

Feb 15, 2024

Bill to Keep Coloradans Safe During Wildfire Evacuations Passes House

The House today passed legislation to protect Coloradans from wildfires.

Feb 15, 2024

Committee Passes Bill to Support Military Families

The House State, Civic, Military, & Veterans Affairs Committee today passed legislation to extend the Occupational Credential Portability Program to dependents and Gold Star spouses of military members. The bill unanimously passed by a vote of 11-0.

Feb 14, 2024

Committee Passes Bill to Prevent Evictions, Homelessness

The House Transportation, Housing & Local Government Committee today passed legislation to prevent evictions and keep Coloradans safely housed, outlining the conditions when landlords would have grounds to file for evictions or “no-fault” lease terminations. The bill passed by a vote of 7-4.

Feb 14, 2024

Joint Release: Colorado Democrats Unveil Bill to Reduce the Cost of Housing

Legislation puts ‘people over parking’ to lower the cost of building new homes, increase Colorado’s housing supply, and reduce harmful air pollution

Feb 14, 2024

Bill Will Protect Coloradans from Health Care Insurer Insolvency

If a health care insurer goes out of business, this bill would require a consumer’s new health care insurer to honor all previously paid out-of-pocket maximums and deductibles

Feb 13, 2024

Committee Passes Bill to Strengthen Firearm Training, Promote Responsible Gun Ownership

Legislation would strengthen firearm training requirements for concealed carry permits to ensure responsible gun ownership

Feb 13, 2024

Press Releases

House Democrats Unveil Bill to Incentivize Housing Near Transit

Legislation would incentivize housing near transit options, and create tax credit to support affordable housing construction and an infrastructure development fund

House Advances Bill to Prevent Evictions, Homelessness

The House today advanced legislation to prevent evictions and keep Coloradans safely housed, outlining the conditions when landlords would have grounds to file for evictions or “no-fault” lease terminations.

House Advances Bills to Recognize and Support Military Families

The House today passed two bills on a preliminary vote to support military families.

Committee Passes Bill to Boost Colorado’s Workforce

Legislation to Increase Penalties for Child Labor Violations Clears Committee

Bill would increase financial penalties for businesses that violate the law, incentivize reporting and improve transparency

Bill to Keep Coloradans Safe During Wildfire Evacuations Passes House

The House today passed legislation to protect Coloradans from wildfires.

Committee Passes Bill to Support Military Families

The House State, Civic, Military, & Veterans Affairs Committee today passed legislation to extend the Occupational Credential Portability Program to dependents and Gold Star spouses of military members. The bill unanimously passed by a vote of 11-0.

Committee Passes Bill to Prevent Evictions, Homelessness

The House Transportation, Housing & Local Government Committee today passed legislation to prevent evictions and keep Coloradans safely housed, outlining the conditions when landlords would have grounds to file for evictions or “no-fault” lease terminations. The bill passed by a vote of 7-4.

Joint Release: Colorado Democrats Unveil Bill to Reduce the Cost of Housing

Legislation puts ‘people over parking’ to lower the cost of building new homes, increase Colorado’s housing supply, and reduce harmful air pollution

Bill Will Protect Coloradans from Health Care Insurer Insolvency

If a health care insurer goes out of business, this bill would require a consumer’s new health care insurer to honor all previously paid out-of-pocket maximums and deductibles

Committee Passes Bill to Strengthen Firearm Training, Promote Responsible Gun Ownership

Legislation would strengthen firearm training requirements for concealed carry permits to ensure responsible gun ownership

Bipartisan Victim Protections Legislation Passes Committee

Legislation would reduce barriers for victims of crimes and improve safety of survivors