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Governor Signs Pair of Zenzinger Bills Making Historic Investments in Colorado Schools
DENVER, CO - This afternoon, Governor Polis signed into law two landmark education bills, both sponsored by long-standing education advocate, Senator Rachel Zenzinger.
Senate Democrats Take Strong Action on Climate
DENVER, CO - Today, Senate Democrats passed a bill on third reading and final passage that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, enhance environmental justice in disadvantaged communities, and set Colorado on a pathway to meeting the climate targets established in HB19-1261.
Historic Legislative Session Concludes
DENVER, CO – House and Senate leadership tonight released the following statements after the gavels fell on the historic First Session of the 73rd General Assembly.
Senate Gives Final Approval to Remaining Stimulus Bills, Rounding Out the 2021 Colorado Comeback Package
DENVER, CO - Today, the State Senate gave approval to the final two stimulus bills that are all a part of Colorado’s recovery package, both with unanimous support.
Sen. Lee Expresses Disappointment & Frustration Following Defeat Of Landmark Criminal Justice & Policing Bill
DENVER, CO — Following the defeat of SB21-273: Pretrial Reform in House Finance, bill sponsor Senator Pete Lee released the subsequent statement.
Senate Unanimously Approves Bill to Improve Law Enforcement Accountability, Enhance Public Safety
DENVER, CO - Today, the Senate unanimously passed a bill that seeks to reform law enforcement practices in Colorado, building on the progress the legislature made last session to reduce police violence and address systemic racism.
Senate Approves Bipartisan Legislation to Reduce Property Taxes, Provide Relief to Coloradans
DENVER, CO – Today, the Senate approved a bill with bipartisan support to lower property tax rates for single-family and multifamily housing units, renewable-energy property, and agricultural land over the next two years.
Colorado Comeback Bills to Address Homelessness, Support Creative Industries Pass Senate!
DENVER, CO – Today, two Colorado Comeback bills seeking to address homelessness and support creative industries, passed with bipartisan support.
Senate Passes Five Colorado Comeback Bills UNANIMOUSLY as Session Nears the Finish Line
DENVER, CO - Today, the State Senate gave final approval to five stimulus bills that are a part of Colorado’s recovery package, all with unanimous support.
Senate Democrats Stand Up for Patients, Fight for Increased Access & Affordability of Insulin
DENVER, CO - Today, Senate Democrats gave final approval to legislation to ensure that all Coloradans who need it have access to affordable insulin – a life-saving policy in response to egregious price hikes perpetrated by big pharma.
Senate Democrats Pass Tax Fairness Package, Putting More Money in the Pockets of Hardworking Coloradans
DENVER, CO - Today, the Senate passed a pair of bills working to reform our tax code by supporting families and local businesses; investing more in education, public health, and other basic state services; and closing regressive special interest tax loopholes.
Senate Passes Colorado Comeback Legislation With Near Unanimous Support
DENVER, CO - Today, the Senate approved several stimulus bills that are a part of Colorado’s recovery package on third reading and final passage, all with strong bipartisan support.
Senate Approves Stimulus Bills to Support Seniors, Domestic Violence Victims & Communities Transitioning from Coal
DENVER, CO – Today, the Senate approved a package of stimulus bills to help Colorado recover and build back stronger. One of the bills is part of the Colorado Recovery Plan, while the other two are recent additions to the legislative agenda as a result of American Rescue Plan federal funding.
Senate Unanimously Passes Legislation to Establish Universal Pre-K In Colorado
DENVER, CO - Today, the Senate unanimously passed legislation to implement universal preschool, improve education outcomes, and support families in expanding access to enriching early childhood experiences.
Senate Approves Colorado Comeback Bills to Support Clean Energy Projects & Invest in SNAP
DENVER, CO – Today, the Senate approved two stimulus bills that will help fund renewable energy projects as well as invest in Colorado’s successful SNAP program. These bills are part of the Colorado Recovery Plan.
Senate Approves Bills to Increase Community Safety, Address Gun Violence Epidemic
DENVER, CO – Today, the Senate approved two pieces of legislation that seek to protect victims of domestic violence and establish a first-of-its-kind statewide Office of Gun Violence Prevention to help address the epidemic of gun violence and keep communities safe.
Senate UNANIMOUSLY Passes Package of Bills Creating Pathways for $3.8 Billion in American Rescue Plan Act Stimulus Dollars
DENVER, CO - Today, the Senate passed several bipartisan bills utilizing federal funding allocated to the state through the American Rescue Plan.
Senate Charts Legislative Pathways for $3.8 Billion in American Rescue Plan Act Stimulus Dollars
DENVER, CO - Today, the Senate introduced and quickly took action on several bills utilizing federal funding allocated to the state through the American Rescue Plan.
Senate Democrats Stand Up for Public Safety and Pass Legislation Expanding Background Checks for Firearms
DENVER, CO - Today, the Senate passed HB21-1298 on third reading and final passage. This landmark piece of legislation, sponsored by Senators Julie Gonzales and Brittany Pettersen, will help ensure that people with recent violent criminal convictions cannot access firearms.
Bills to Increase Access to Insulin, Address Opioid Crisis Clear Committee!
DENVER, CO – Today, the Senate State, Veterans and Military Affairs Committee approved legislation to ensure that all Coloradans who need it have access to affordable insulin – a life-saving policy in response to egregious price hikes perpetrated by big pharma. The Committee also approved legislation yesterday to require that insurance companies provide coverage for opioid alternatives.

