Colorado Bill Proposes Wildlife Crossings via Optional Fees

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Published March 16th, 2026

Detected March 17th, 2026

Summary

Colorado Bill SB26-141 proposes the creation of optional fees during motor vehicle registration to fund wildlife projects. The proceeds from a newly established optional fee would be used to construct wildlife crossings and other transportation improvements.

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What changed

Colorado Bill SB26-141, introduced on March 16, 2026, proposes to establish new optional fees during motor vehicle registration. These fees are intended to primarily support wildlife projects, with a specific focus on using the proceeds from a newly created optional fee to fund the construction of wildlife crossings and related transportation improvements.

This bill, if passed, would allow consumers to voluntarily contribute to wildlife conservation and infrastructure through their vehicle registration process. Regulated entities, such as the Department of Revenue or its designated agents, would need to implement the collection mechanism for these optional fees. Compliance officers should monitor the legislative progress of this bill and prepare for potential implementation of new fee collection procedures if enacted.

What to do next

Monitor legislative progress of Bill SB26-141
Assess potential impact on vehicle registration processes if enacted

Source document (simplified)

SB26-141

Wildlife Collision Prevention

| Type | Bill |
| --- | --- |
| Session | 2026 Regular Session |
| Subjects | Natural Resources & Environment Transportation & Motor Vehicles |
Concerning optional fees during motor vehicle registration that primarily support wildlife projects, and, in connection therewith, using the proceeds of a newly created optional fee to construct wildlife crossings and other transportation improvements.

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