CO-LEGISLATURE

Colorado Bill Mandates Preventive Kidney Screening Coverage

Colorado HB26-1019 mandates that insurance policies and contracts provide total-cost coverage for preventive kidney function screening services. This coverage will apply to large employer health benefit policies issued or renewed after January 1, 2027, and individual and small group plans issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2028.

Colorado Bill: Voluntary Alcohol Breath Test for Drivers

Colorado Bill SB26-132 proposes a new requirement for law enforcement officers to offer drivers involved in collisions resulting in death or serious injury a voluntary preliminary breath test for alcohol. The bill clarifies the advisement process for drivers regarding their right to refuse the test.

Colorado Bill SB26-074: Clarifies Construction Bond Claim Penalty

Colorado bill SB26-074 proposes to clarify the penalty for contractors who knowingly file excessive claims on public construction performance bonds. The bill aims to align the penalties for public and private construction contractors regarding excessive bond or lien claims.

Colorado Bill Increases Traffic Violation Penalties

Colorado Bill SB26-035 proposes to increase penalties for certain traffic violations, including illegal overtaking and multiple speeding offenses within specified periods. The bill also clarifies no-passing zone indicators and mandates the prioritization of signage for high-incident areas.

Colorado County Commissioner Redistricting Bill HB26-1038

Colorado bill HB26-1038 amends current law regarding county commissioner redistricting. It requires the appointment of independent redistricting commissions, modifies criteria for commission members, and introduces new measures for district competitiveness. The bill also allows for legal challenges to adopted plans.

Colorado Bill Funds Memorials on State Capitol Grounds

Colorado Bill SB26-088 expands the allowable uses of the veterans' monument preservation trust fund to include maintenance and repair of memorials on state capitol grounds. Oversight of the fund transfers to History Colorado, and new reporting requirements are established.

Colorado FY 2026-27 Legislative Appropriation Bill

Colorado HB26-1333 proposes the legislative appropriation bill for Fiscal Years 2026-27. The bill concerns the payment of expenses for the legislative department and is currently under consideration. It was introduced on March 13, 2026.

Colorado Bill on Legacy Giving to Charities

Colorado bill SB26-118 establishes new requirements for financial institutions regarding the payment of designated benefits to charities upon a donor's death. Covered entities must pay benefits within 60 days of receiving an affidavit, with specific provisions for handling creditor claims and preventing certain account or personal information requirements.

Colorado Bill: Court Actions for Failure to Appear in Court

Colorado's SB26-112 proposes amendments to current law regarding conditions for pretrial release for defendants who have previously failed to appear in court. The bill clarifies when monetary conditions can be imposed for certain offenses and addresses situations where a defendant's counsel is present.

Colorado Early Childhood Services Bill Updates

Colorado Bill HB26-1259 makes significant changes to early childhood services, including clarifying licensing exemptions, updating provider reimbursements, modifying funding for the universal preschool program, and adjusting advisory body memberships. The bill aims to streamline requirements and clarify existing provisions for early care and education providers.