Legislation

Colorado Department of Agriculture Supplemental Appropriation

The Colorado Department of Agriculture has received a supplemental appropriation through HB26-1150. This bill provides additional funding to the department for its operations during the 2026 regular session.

Colorado HB26-1151: Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Corrections

Colorado HB26-1151 enacts a supplemental appropriation to the Department of Corrections for the 2026 Regular Session. The bill concerns state revenue and budget, specifically allocating additional funds to the corrections department.

Colorado Bill: Legal Privileges for State Auditor Disclosures

Colorado SB26-084, introduced for the 2026 Regular Session, aims to protect legal privileges for state entities when disclosing information to the state auditor related to the state's fraud hotline. The bill is currently under consideration.

Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026

Congress has enacted the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, providing funding for various government departments and agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. The act details appropriations across multiple divisions, including Defense, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Financial Services, and National Security.

Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act of 2025

The Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act of 2025, enacted on February 6, 2026, amends titles 11 and 28 of the US Code. It modifies compensation for chapter 7 bankruptcy trustees and extends the term of temporary bankruptcy judge offices.

Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act

Congress has enacted the Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act, Public Law 119-77, effective February 10, 2026. The Act amends the Social Security Act to improve coordination between federal and state agencies and the Do Not Pay working system to prevent improper payments to deceased individuals.

Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act Enacted

Congress has enacted the Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act, establishing a time capsule to commemorate the United States' semiquincentennial. The Architect of the Capitol is tasked with its creation, with contents to be determined by congressional leadership.

Congress Disapproves D.C. Tax Conformity Act

The US Congress has disapproved the D.C. Income and Franchise Tax Conformity and Revision Temporary Amendment Act of 2025. This joint resolution, passed by both the House and Senate, nullifies the action taken by the District of Columbia Council.

Opioid Use Disorder Medication Treatment Correction

The Department of Health and Human Services has issued a correction to its rule on Medications for the Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder. This correction clarifies specific provisions within the existing regulation, ensuring accurate implementation and adherence.

FCC Corrects Spectrum Allocation Rule Updates

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued a correction to its rule updates concerning the implementation of the World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-15) spectrum allocations. This correction clarifies specific aspects of the previously published rule, ensuring accurate implementation of international spectrum agreements.