Colorado HB26-1242: Interlock License Requirements for Impaired Drivers

Detected March 25th, 2026

Summary

Colorado bill HB26-1242 proposes changes to interlock-restricted license requirements for impaired drivers. The bill aims to eliminate the waiting period for applying for an interlock-restricted license and requires first-time offenders to hold the license for the duration of their revocation period. It also introduces financial assistance for interlock device costs.

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What changed

Colorado bill HB26-1242, currently under consideration, proposes significant amendments to the requirements for interlock-restricted licenses for individuals convicted of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Key changes include the elimination of the waiting period to apply for such a license and mandating that first-time offenders hold the interlock-restricted license for the entire period of their driver's license revocation. The bill also introduces provisions for financial assistance, requiring certified ignition interlock manufacturers to offer discounts to eligible individuals.

Compliance officers in Colorado should monitor the progress of HB26-1242, as its passage would alter the timeline and duration for individuals needing to obtain and maintain interlock-restricted licenses. The introduction of financial assistance may also require engagement with interlock device providers to understand eligibility criteria and discount structures. The bill is currently in the legislative process, with a scheduled House Third Reading on March 25, 2026.

What to do next

Monitor legislative status of HB26-1242.
Review potential impacts on driver's license revocation and interlock device requirements.
Investigate financial assistance program details for interlock devices if enacted.

Source document (simplified)

HB26-1242

Interlock Device for Impaired Drivers

| Type | Bill |
| --- | --- |
| Session | 2026 Regular Session |
| Subjects | Courts & Judicial Crimes, Corrections, & Enforcement Transportation & Motor Vehicles |
Concerning interlock-restricted license requirements for impaired drivers, and, in connection therewith, making an appropriation.

Recent Bill (PDF) Recent Fiscal Note (PDF) Bill Summary:

The waiting period to apply for an interlock-restricted license following a conviction related to driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is eliminated.

A person convicted for the first time of certain offenses related to driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is required to hold an interlock-restricted license for the period of revocation of the person's driver's license.

Financial assistance related to the interlock device is available depending on the person's financial status. A certified ignition interlock manufacturer must provide a person who is eligible for the assistance program certain discounts on installation of, lease charges for, and removal of an interlock device.

(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)

Prime Sponsors

Representative

Amy Paschal
Representative

Jamie Jackson
Senator

Dylan Roberts

Committees

House

Transportation, Housing & Local Government Appropriations

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Status

Under Consideration

Introduced

Under Consideration

Upcoming Schedule

1 meeting

Wed

Mar 25

House Third Reading of Bills - Final Passage

9:00 AM House Chamber

Related Documents & Information

| Date | Version | Documents |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 03/24/2026 | Engrossed | PDF |
| 02/18/2026 | Introduced | PDF |

| Date | Version | Documents |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 03/20/2026 | PA2 | PDF |
| 03/13/2026 | PA1 | PDF |

| Date | Version | Documents |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 03/09/2026 | Initial Fiscal Note | PDF |

| Date | Version | Documents |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 03/17/2026 | SA1 | PDF |

| Activity | Vote | Documents |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Adopt amendment J.001 | The motion passed without objection. | Vote summary |
| Refer House Bill 26-1242, as amended, to the Committee of the Whole. | The motion passed on a vote of 10-1. | Vote summary |
Hearing Summary | Committee Report: PDF
| Activity | Vote | Documents |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Adopt amendment L.001 (Attachment A) | The motion passed without objection. | Vote summary |
| Adopt amendment L.002 (Attachment B) | The motion passed without objection. | Vote summary |
| Refer House Bill 26-1242, as amended, to the Committee of the Whole. | The motion passed on a vote of 13-0. | Vote summary |
| Reconsider motion to refer to the COW | The motion passed on a vote of 13-0. | Vote summary |
| Refer House Bill 26-1242, as amended, to the Committee on Appropriations. | The motion passed on a vote of 13-0. | Vote summary |
Hearing Summary | Committee Report: PDF
| Date | Amendment Number | Committee/ Floor Hearing | Status | Documents |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 03/20/2026 | J.001 | HOU Appropriations | Passed [] | PDF |
| 03/11/2026 | L.002 | HOU Transportation, Housing & Local Government | Passed [] | PDF |
| 03/11/2026 | L.001 | HOU Transportation, Housing & Local Government | Passed [*] | PDF |
* Amendments passed in committee are not incorporated into the measure unless adopted by the full House or Senate.

** The status of Second Reading amendments may be subsequently affected by the adoption of an amendment to the Committee of the Whole Report. Refer to the House or Senate Journal for additional information.

| Date | Location | Action |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 03/24/2026 | House | House Second Reading Special Order - Passed with Amendments - Committee |
| 03/24/2026 | House | House Second Reading Passed with Amendments - Committee |
| 03/20/2026 | House | House Committee on Appropriations Refer Amended to House Committee of the Whole |
| 03/11/2026 | House | House Committee on Transportation, Housing & Local Government Refer Amended to Appropriations |
| 02/18/2026 | House | Introduced In House - Assigned to Transportation, Housing & Local Government |
Prime Sponsor

Rep. J. Jackson | Rep. A. Paschal

Sen. D. Roberts

Sponsor

(None) Co-Sponsor

(None)