< Back July 7, 2020 BILLS TO BOOST TRADE WORK, SUPPORT CHARITABLE GIVING, AND IMPROVE SCHOOL SAFETY SIGNED INTO LAW These new laws will improve the plumber and electrician apprenticeship licensure system, extend the period of time during which charitable giving options appear on individual tax forms, and create a working group to make Colorado’s schools safer, among others. DENVER, CO– During a virtual bill signing today, Governor Jared Polis signed several bills into law, including bills that will support Coloradans by improving the apprenticeship system for trade work, extending the option to support charitable organizations through tax filings and create a commission focused on school safety. SB20-120 , sponsored by Representative Tom Sullivan, will make it easier to complete plumbing and electrician apprenticeships and fill good-paying skilled electrician and plumbing journeyman jobs. Currently, many plumbing and electrician apprentices are prevented from getting their journeyman’s licenses when their practical hours aren’t counted or when they are not allowed to test out of apprenticeships even though they already have the experience necessary. This new law will change that by requiring board-registered apprentices who have met certain requirements to test for their journeyman license every 2 or 3 years, depending on the profession, until the apprentice passes. The law requires accommodations for persons with learning disabilities to provide them the necessary support to pass the exams “This new law will allow qualified trade workers to fill better-paying journeyman positions and free up more apprenticeship slots for Coloradans hoping to take on these crucial and promising jobs,” said Rep. Sullivan, D-Centennial . “With COVID-19 sending unemployment numbers through the roof, it’s more important than ever to support workers and create good job opportunities for hardworking Coloradans.” Governor Polis also signed SB20-208 , a bipartisan bill sponsored by Representatives Lisa Cutter and Monica Duran, to extend the time that specific voluntary contribution programs appear on state income tax returns. These contribution programs, which were set to expire this year, include options to give to the American Red Cross of Colorado, the Western Slope Military Veterans’ Cemetary, Habitat for Humanity, Special Olympics, the Colorado Domestic Abuse Program Fund, and the Pet Overpopulation Fund. “Even in difficult times, Coloradans are caring and charitable,” said Rep. Cutter, D-Evergreen. “This simple law will make sure that taxpayers who wish to do so can easily contribute to organizations like the Red Cross and Habitat for Humanity, whose crucial work is more important than ever.” “Every year, countless Coloradans make much-needed donations by simply checking a box on their individual tax returns,” said Rep. Duran, D-Wheat Ridge. “The law signed by Governor Polis today will guarantee that these gifts can continue to be made with ease for years to come. I’m particularly heartened to know that Coloradans will continue to have the option to donate to the state’s domestic abuse and pet overpopulation funds, whose missions are near and dear to my heart.” Finally, Governor Polis signed SB20-023 , Rep. Dafna Michaelson Jenet’s bill to create a specialized, interagency working group focused on school safety. The working group, which will be comprised of 14 members and be required to meet at least four times annually, is required to study and implement recommendations of the 2019 Office of the State Auditor’s report regarding school safety. This bill was the product of the 2019 School Safety Interim Committee. “Colorado is a national leader in school safety, but there’s plenty of work left to do to ensure our children are safe and healthy in school,” said Rep. Michaelson Jenet, D-Commerce City. “The working group created by this law is the product of the hard work of my fellow committee members on both sides of the aisle and people all across the state who are working to make our schools safer. I am hopeful that we will be able to deliver results to keep Colorado’s students safe.” Governor Polis also signed SB20-085 , Rep. Michaelson Jenet’s bill to update the requirements for sex offenders being released on parole to be placed in community corrections programs. Previous Next

The House today passed bipartisan legislation to increase access to health care by allowing physician assistants to enter collaborative agreements with a physician licensed to provide care without supervision. < Back March 27, 2023 House Passes Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Access to Health Care DENVER, CO - The House today passed bipartisan legislation to increase access to health care by allowing physician assistants to enter collaborative agreements with a physician licensed to provide care without supervision. SB23-083 passed by a vote of 60-2. “Coloradans across our state are struggling to access quality health care in their community,” said Rep. Dafna Michaelson Jenet, D-Commerce City. “Our legislation allows collaborative agreements between physicians and physician assistants to create a stronger health care team, increase access to care and reduce costs for patients. We’re working to increase access to health care, especially for Coloradans living in underserved or rural communities.” SB23-083 , also sponsored by Representative Ty Winter, increases access to health care by removing the requirement for physician assistants to be supervised by a physician. This bill allows physician assistants to continue to practice under a collaborative agreement with a licensed physician or a physician group that is in good standing. The collaborative agreement has to include a description of the collaboration, performance evaluation process, and other additional requirements in order to ensure whole health care. If the physician assistant has less than 5,000 practice hours, the agreement must include additional provisions like completing additional practice hours, defining expectations under the collaboration, and requiring a performance evaluation. Physician assistants who have been practicing for under three years must meet certain financial responsibility requirements that they are currently exempt from under the law. Previous Next

< Back March 8, 2019 HOUSE GIVES GREENLIGHT TO THE VALDEZ’S ELECTRIC VEHICLE BILL (Mar. 8) – The House gave final approval today to Rep. Alex Valdez and Rep. Donald Valdez’s bill to modify existing statute governing the existing electric vehicle grant fund. “We must act on climate and do our part to cut carbon pollution emissions by encouraging more Coloradans to purchase electric vehicles and help to increase the travel range of EV’s,” said Rep. Alex Valdez, D-Denver. “These upgrades will help our rural communities because when drivers stop in to charge their vehicles, they are going to shop and dine in our rural towns and open their wallets, and contribute to the local economy.” HB19-1198 allows the fund to be used to fully fund the installation of more charging stations for electric vehicles and help offset operation costs. “Rural Colorado needs more EV charging stations. Our bill will help protect our way of life and expand the accessibility of electric vehicles and their benefits to all Colorado communities,” said Rep. Donald Valdez, D-La Jara. HB19-1198 passed the House floor with a vote of 39-23 and now heads to the Senate. Previous Next

HB23-1272 saves Coloradans money with approximately $65 million in annual tax credits and incentives for businesses and consumers for decarbonization investments < Back May 11, 2023 Signed! Legislation to Save People Money and Expand Clean Energy HB23-1272 saves Coloradans money with approximately $65 million in annual tax credits and incentives for businesses and consumers for decarbonization investments AURORA, CO – Today, legislation to implement tax incentives to reduce the costs of adopting clean energy technologies for Colorado residents and businesses was signed by Governor Jared Polis. HB23-1272 , sponsored by Senate President Steve Fenber, D-Boulder, Senator Lisa Cutter, D-Jefferson County, and Reps. Mike Weissman, D-Aurora, and Junie Joseph, D-Boulder, is part of a package of legislation to incentivize the adoption of clean energy technologies and build upon federal initiatives to save Coloradans money, create good-paying jobs, and help the state meet its climate goals. The bill includes incentives to advance and adopt clean transportation methods, high-efficiency heat pumps, geothermal electricity development, and measures to reduce industrial emissions. Tax incentives in the bill are expected to average around $65 million each year with individual elements ramping up or down over time depending on available technologies and economic conditions. “Colorado has become a national leader in promoting clean energy technologies, but there’s much more we can do,” said Fenberg. “In order to further our commitment to our climate goals, we must do more to make adopting clean energy technology a feasible and attractive option for Coloradans – no matter their zip code or income level. The tax credits we passed this year will save Colorado residents and businesses money, help us meet our climate goals, and improve Colorado’s air quality.” “This legislation is pivotal in helping Colorado reach its climate goals while significantly lowering energy costs for businesses and families,” said Rep. Mike Weissman, D-Aurora. “From electric vehicles to heat pumps, this law creates clean energy tax incentives to improve our air quality and save Coloradans money. Colorado Democrats are committed to investing in innovative, clean energy solutions across the board to help power our economy and heat and cool our homes.” “Many Coloradans want to make the switch to electric vehicles or install heat pumps, but costs stand in the way,” Cutter said. “With these tax credits, we will lower the prices of clean energy technologies for Colorado families and business owners, helping us to improve our air quality, meet our climate goals, and bolster our economy. I’m proud to see this important legislation signed into law.” “Under this law, more Coloradans can take advantage of clean energy technology in their homes, vehicles and businesses,” said Rep. Junie Joseph, D-Boulder . “A wide range of tax credits will soon be available to businesses and every day Coloradans that will save them money on energy efficient upgrades and streamline our transition to a clean energy economy in Colorado. With smart investments and strong clean technology adoption, we can move Colorado forward, reduce costs for consumers and protect our environment.” HB23-1272 : Extends and expands electric vehicle tax credits and creates an additional $2,500 credit for electric vehicles under $35,000. Continues the innovative truck tax credit for electric and plug-in hybrid electric trucks, with the credit ranging between $5,000 and $12,000 depending on the truck’s weight starting in 2024. Creates a $450 consumer credit for qualified e-bike purchases while supporting local retailers. Designs a refundable income tax credit for the installation of heat pump technology in residential and nonresidential buildings. The credits vary based on the type and use of the heat pump. Extends incentives for industrial and manufacturing facilities in Colorado to reduce air pollution through various qualifying efficiency, onsite energy generation, carbon capture, electrification, and other eligible measures. Creates the refundable sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production facility tax credit worth up to $1-3 million annually for the costs of constructing a SAF production facility. The law compliments and builds on incentives included in the Federal Inflation Reduction Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and helps Colorado residents and businesses maximize their ability to utilize federal investments. Previous Next

The House today passed legislation on a preliminary vote to prevent child labor violations. < Back March 17, 2023 House Advances Bill to Prevent Child Labor Violations DENVER, CO - The House today passed legislation on a preliminary vote to prevent child labor violations. “Currently, underage employees are only able to pursue legal action for workers compensation violations, meaning that victims of child labor violations like dangerous working conditions and illegal working hours can’t seek accountability in court,” said Rep. Sheila Lieder, D-Littleton. “Teens across the state find part-time work for many reasons, such as gaining work experience or saving for college expenses. This bill expands legal options for underage workers to hold their workplace accountable for child labor violations and unsafe working conditions that no child should be subjected to.” Current Colorado law only allows a child worker to pursue legal action against a company for workers’ compensation. HB23-1196 amends language in the Colorado Youth Employment Opportunity Act of 1971 to expand the legal action that a child, or a parent of a child, can take to hold a company accountable for breaking child labor laws. The bill is in response to many recent child labor law violations, including a food sanitation corporation with Colorado facilities that was fined $1.5 million in penalties. Teens have twice the risk of nonfatal on-the-job injuries than older workers, making it especially necessary for this legal expansion for underage workers. Previous Next

< Back April 4, 2022 BILL TO ENHANCE COLORADO'S AGRICULTURAL WORKFORCE WINS COMMITTEE APPROVAL DENVER, CO – The House Agriculture, Livestock & Water Committee today passed legislation to better inform agricultural workers and employers of their rights to improved working conditions and other educational resources. HB22-1308 would create a multilingual online portal for workers to access critical labor resources and provide grants to employers for workplace improvements. “We’re taking the necessary steps to build a safer, healthier Colorado through improving agricultural workplaces and resources for employees,” said Rep. Karen McCormick (D-Longmont). “This bill is designed to build a stronger workplace relationship between employers and employees by centralizing critical workplace information, including mental health resources and updated labor regulations. Agriculture is a critical industry for Colorado and our goal is to streamline the outreach process so employers and employees can work together to build safer workplaces for everyone.” HB22-1308 passed committee unanimously and would create an online resource portal for agricultural employees to access workplace resources, technical assistance and education. Examples of workplace resources include mental health resources, injury prevention, unemployment assistance and training. Employees would also be able to report workplace misconduct and abuse including discrimination, harassment and labor law violations. The second portion of this bill would create a grant program for workplace improvements, changes or modifications to infrastructure or programming. Employers could use grants for in-person training, workforce housing improvements and building structures for sun protection, among other improvements. Previous Next

The House today passed a bill to share additional information with voters on citizen-initiated ballot measures. HB26-1084 passed by a vote of 40-22. < Back March 6, 2026 House Passes Bill to Provide Additional Information on Ballot DENVER, CO – The House today passed a bill to share additional information with voters on citizen-initiated ballot measures. HB26-1084 passed by a vote of 40-22. “We’re taking steps to provide voters with additional information on ballot measures to better describe the costs and fiscal impacts of a proposed ballot measure,” said Rep. Cecelia Espenoza, D-Denver. “Colorado values the initiative process and this bill provides more information about initiatives that require state expenditures. The bill empowers voters by sharing essential information with voters to help them make informed decisions.” “Coloradans deserve to know how a proposed ballot measure could impact K-12 education and health care, and this bill shares necessary information with Colorado voters,” said Rep. Sean Camacho, D-Denver. “We’re strengthening transparency in elections by making sure voters have the resources available to them about the budgetary trade-offs of citizen-initiated ballot measures. Colorado’s elections are the gold standard, and this bill will help voters make well-informed decisions when they cast their ballot.” HB26-1084 would help share information with voters about how much proposed ballot measures could cost the state and taxpayers, as well as the impacts on essential state services. Specifically, this bill would require that voters be informed when citizen-initiated ballot measures would likely increase state expenditures. This would only apply to referred ballot measures that do not identify sufficient revenue sources or specific state-run programs and services to be reduced to pay for the cost of the measure. Under this bill, a ballot measure that increases state expenditures must include language identifying the three largest state programs and services by name that could be reduced if the ballot measure passes. This could include K-12 education, health care and the Department of Corrections (DOC). If signed into law, this language would be added to the title of the measure and to the Ballot Information Booklet, also known as the Blue Book. Colorado has one of the highest voter turnout rates in the country. Over the years, Colorado Democrats have worked to safeguard and strengthen Colorado’s gold standard election system. In 2021, Colorado Democrats championed a law to inform voters of the core programs and services that would be impacted by citizen-initiated ballot measures that reduce taxes. Last year, Colorado Democrats passed the Colorado Voting Rights Act to codify stronger voter protections and expand access to voting information for historically excluded communities. Under this law, even if federal voting protections are rolled back, Colorado will still prohibit discriminatory election practices. Previous Next

Governor Jared Polis today signed bipartisan legislation to make it faster, easier and less expensive for local governments to approve solar installation projects < Back May 11, 2023 SIGNED! Brown’s Bill to Streamline Clean, Solar Energy Projects BOULDER, CO – Governor Jared Polis today signed bipartisan legislation to make it faster, easier and less expensive for local governments to approve solar installation projects. This law, sponsored by Representatives Kyle Brown and Matt Soper, helps local governments implement free automated permitting and inspection software by establishing a grant program to offer one-time financial assistance. “With this law, it will be easier and cheaper for Coloradans to transition to solar energy and take climate action,” said Rep. Kyle Brown, D-Louisville . “Permitting can be a huge barrier to bringing new solar energy sources online, and this legislation speeds up the permitting process, so more Coloradans can begin powering their homes with clean, renewable energy. Streamlining this permitting process saves local governments and their residents time and money, cuts bureaucratic red tape and boosts the transition to renewable energy.” HB23-1234 , establishes the Streamlined Solar Permitting and Inspection Grant Program to assist local governments with the start-up costs associated with implementing free automated permitting and inspection software. This program would offer one-time financial assistance to implement the software, helping local governments to review and approve residential solar projects faster. Automating the permit and inspection process will reduce costs for consumers and local governments and accelerate Colorado’s transition to clean energy. Previous Next

The House advanced legislation on a preliminary vote to make reproductive health care, including abortion, more accessible to Colorado’s college students. < Back April 24, 2026 House Advances Bill to Expand Access to Abortion Care for College Students DENVER, CO - The House advanced legislation on a preliminary vote to make reproductive health care, including abortion, more accessible to Colorado’s college students. “Despite the Trump administration’s attempts to outlaw abortion entirely, Colorado remains a beacon for safe, legal and protected reproductive health care,” said Rep. Lorena Garíca D-Unincorporated Adams County. “When voters approved Amendment 79, they enshrined the right to an abortion into the Colorado Constitution, and this bill makes sure college students can easily access their constitutionally-protected right to reproductive health care. For college students, their entire lives center around campus, and this bill makes medication abortion accessible through a student health clinic or pharmacy.” “In a post-Dobbs era where patients and providers navigate a frightening national landscape, Colorado has stepped up to safeguard reproductive health care,” said Rep. Kenny Nguyen, D-Broomfield . “While abortion is legal, it’s not always accessible, and this bill makes it easier for college students to access abortion medication on campus. College students shouldn’t have to go through hoops to receive their constitutionally-protected right to an abortion. This bill streamlines access to medication abortion so college students can receive life-saving care.” HB26-1335 bill would expand college students’ access to reproductive health care by requiring public and private higher education institutions with student health centers to provide on-site abortion medication services. If the college has an on-campus pharmacy, abortion medication must be available to enrolled students. If the college does not have a pharmacy on campus, health care providers would be required to submit a prescription for abortion medication to a pharmacy or other prescription drug outlet located off campus. The bill also adds privacy protections by requiring institutions to comply with preexisting personally identifying information maintenance and disclosure protections in state law. The bill exempts higher education institutions from the requirement to stock or dispense abortion medication if doing so would conflict with their religious beliefs or practices. Colorado Democrats have championed multiple laws to expand and safeguard abortion access in Colorado. This includes legislation to strengthen Colorado's shield laws , protecting patients and providers from hostile out-of-state actions. Last year, Colorado Democrats implemented the will of the voters by enshrining abortion rights into the state constitution. Previous Next

Governor Polis today signed into law legislation to create more good-paying jobs by incentivizing businesses to expand or relocate to Colorado. < Back May 29, 2026 Legislation to Create More Good-Paying Jobs in Colorado Signed Into Law DENVER, CO – Governor Polis today signed into law legislation to create more good-paying jobs by incentivizing businesses to expand or relocate to Colorado. Sponsored by Senator Matt Ball, D-Denver, and Speaker Pro Tempore Andy Boesenecker, D-Fort Collins, HB26-1014 extends the Job Growth Incentive Tax Credit through tax year 2034. The Job Growth Incentive Tax Credit was created in 2009 to help create new jobs by offering a performance-based state income tax credit of 50 percent of the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (Social Security and Medicare payroll taxes) contributions paid by the business for each new job. The bipartisan legislation is also sponsored by Senator Lisa Frizell, R-Castle Rock, and Representative Rick Taggart, R-Grand Junction. “The Job Growth Incentive Tax Credit has been hugely successful in creating opportunities for workers to thrive and grow in good-paying careers,” Ball said. “This legislation would continue to create good new local jobs and opportunities for Colorado families across our state.” “This new law will create new, good-paying job opportunities and boost Coloradans in their career fields,” said Boesenecker. “The Job Growth Incentive Tax Credit has successfully created jobs in every corner of our state with wages that pay more than the average pay in that area. Expanding this tax credit will help attract businesses to Colorado, which will create more good-paying jobs and jumpstart careers.” To qualify for this state income tax credit, businesses must create at least 20 new jobs during the credit period, or at least five new jobs if the project is within an Enhanced Rural Enterprise Zone. These jobs must pay at least 100 percent of the county’s average annual wage and be maintained for at least one year. The following projects were announced as recent recipients of the Job Growth Incentive Tax Credit: Project Hera, a technology company that would create 1,250 new jobs at 108-percent of the average annual wage in Broomfield County, Neon, a company in the quantum industry, that is expected to create 150 new jobs at 172-percent of the average annual wage in Boulder County, Project Elevate, a real estate investment and modular home manufacturing company, which is expected to create nearly 100 jobs at 135-percent of the average annual wage in Mesa County, and Frontera, a construction company, which is expected to create 40 new jobs at 104-percent of the average annual wage in Montrose County. Previous Next

< Back January 28, 2022 JOINT RELEASE: ARPA TASK FORCES UNVEIL RECOMMENDATIONS TO IMPROVE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CARE AND SAVE PEOPLE MONEY ON HOUSING Recommendations aim to increase affordable housing stock and access to behavioral health and substance use disorder services. Denver, CO – The Behavioral Health and Affordable Housing Transformational Task Forces today released final reports on their recommendations for using $850 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) pandemic relief funds to improve access to mental health and substance use disorder treatment and make housing more affordable. “Far too many families like mine know firsthand how difficult getting treatment for behavioral health care can be here in Colorado,” said Sen. Brittany Pettersen, D-Lakewood, Chair of the Behavioral Health Transformational Task Force. “That’s why the Behavioral Health Transformational Task Force has been working tirelessly to improve access to vital services and create an accessible and equitable behavioral health care system that supports effective, data-driven and evidence-based treatment methods. I’m proud of the work this Task Force has done, and I look forward to helping more Coloradans get the care and support they deserve.” “Making housing more affordable will be a main focus of our work this year at the Capitol, and with these recommendations, Colorado has the opportunity to create transformational change on affordable housing,” said Rep. Dylan Roberts, D-Avon, Chair of the Affordable Housing Transformational Task Force. “From more affordable and attainable workforce housing across the state to new factory-built homes and the jobs that come with them, and much more, our investments will mean many more Coloradans have access to an affordable home to own or rent. I am immensely proud of the hundreds of hours of work our task force and subpanel members put in to craft these transformational recommendations that will drive down the cost of housing in our state and look forward to moving these proposals through the legislature so we can start helping Coloradans as soon as possible.” “The lack of affordable housing here in Colorado is nothing short of a crisis, and our Task Force has been working tirelessly to find solutions so that more Coloradans have a safe, affordable place to live,” said Sen. Julie Gonzales, D-Denver, Vice Chair of the Affordable Housing Transformational Task Force. “This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to address the root causes of our affordable housing issues. It’s going to take time, but I am proud of the work we are doing to forge a future where every Colorado family has a place to call home.” “Building healthier, safer communities through greater access to behavioral health services will give more Coloradans the supports they so desperately need right now,” said Rep. Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez, D-Denver, Vice Chair of the Behavioral Health Transformational Task Force. “We know the pressures of the pandemic have exacerbated the behavioral health crisis in Colorado. These task force recommendations and historic investments will significantly improve access to mental health and substance use treatment in every community across Colorado. Importantly, improving access to these services is a powerful step toward our goal of preventing crime before it happens and making our communities safer and healthier.” “I thank state lawmakers for their work to make transformational change and am glad they were able to find bipartisan consensus on how to reduce housing costs and improve mental health support across Colorado,” said Governor Jared Polis. “Our administration looks forward to working with state legislators to turn this hard work into action and help save people money.” To better provide vital care to Coloradans in crisis, the Behavioral Health Transformational Task Force recommended measures that will make transformational changes to the state’s behavioral health care system and improve access to services to ensure every Coloradan is able to get the help they need. Behavioral Health Transformational Task Force Recommendations include: Investing in increased adult residential care and improving access to residential care, community services and school-based care for children, youth and families; Addressing the behavioral health needs of Colorado’s Native American Tribes; Integrating primary care with behavioral health care and investing in better care coordination to help ensure people are connected to the services they need; Funding for emergency, life-saving interventions like purchasing bulk opioid antagonists and increasing support for survivors of domestic violence; Providing grants to local governments and community-based organizations to help fill regional gaps in the continuum of care; Diverting Coloradans with behavioral health needs away from the criminal justice system and into appropriate community treatment programs; and Expanding and supporting Colorado’s behavioral health care workforce. The Affordable Housing Transformational Task Force also delivered recommendations to the legislature, with measures aimed at addressing Colorado’s affordable housing crisis, reducing homelessness and making sure that every Colorado family has a safe, affordable place to call home. Affordable Housing Transformational Task Force Recommendations include: Establishing a revolving loan fund that will improve Colorado’s ability to build and develop new housing, help preserve and rehabilitate existing affordable housing, incentivize property conversion and increase non-traditional housing capacity such as supportive and transitional housing; Providing grant funding to nonprofits and local governments that are doing the work on the ground to add more units of affordable housing by changing zoning laws and developing supportive, rental and for-sale housing; Directing grants or low-interest loans to support and maintain affordable housing and future development opportunities through land-banking, land trusts and community-owned land opportunities. This would also make investments in resident-owned community infrastructure to help residents purchase property such as mobile home parks; and Directing funding to support construction of prefabricated, modular, manufactured and other sources of factory-built housing. Previous Next

< Back January 17, 2019 HOUSE DEMS APPLAUD GOV POLIS’ EXECUTIVE ORDER ON ELECTRIC VEHICLES (Jan. 17) – House Democrats applauded Governor Jared Polis’ executive order in support of Colorado’s transition to zero emission vehicles (EV). Coloradans refuse to stand idly by while the federal government in Washington and special interests attempt to put our nation in reverse, jeopardizing public health and clean air in the process. “I was glad to join Governor Polis this morning as he signed an executive order to expedite the process of getting more electric vehicles on the road in our state,” said Rep. Matt Gray, D-Broomfield. “Electric vehicles save consumers money and can improve air quality while reducing carbon pollution emissions.” Rep. Gray is chair of the House Transportation and Local Government Committee. “I thank the Governor for his leadership on this issue, and it’s critical that we at the legislature continue our commitment to clean air, climate action, consumer choice, and a robust economy,” said Rep. Chris Hansen, D-Denver. “I’m proud to carry legislation this session to support EV charging infrastructure and support the transition to zero emission vehicles.” Rep. Hansen is a co-prime sponsor of SB19-077. Read more about that bill here . In recent years, House Democrats successfully passed a law promoting electric vehicles that has made Colorado one of the best states in the country to purchase one. They have also pushed back on federal attempts to undermine Obama-era fuel economy standards. Read the Governor’s executive order here . Previous Next