Wind Energy Facilities Light-Mitigating Technology Approval Changes
Summary
HB26-1420 proposes changes to Colorado's approval process for light-mitigating technology required at certain wind-powered energy generation facilities. The bill was introduced on April 21, 2026, and assigned to the House Transportation, Housing & Local Government Committee. Sponsors include Representatives Amy Paschal and Chris Richardson, and Senators Chris Kolker and Rod Pelton.
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What changed
HB26-1420 would modify the approval process governing light-mitigating technology installations at qualifying wind energy facilities in Colorado. The bill is currently in draft form, having been introduced and referred to the House Transportation, Housing & Local Government Committee on April 21, 2026.
Wind energy developers and facility operators in Colorado should monitor this legislation as it progresses through the committee process. Changes to approval requirements could affect project timelines and compliance obligations for existing and planned wind facilities subject to lighting mitigation requirements.
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HB26-1420
Wind Energy Facilities Light-Mitigating Technology
| Type | Bill |
|---|---|
| Session | 2026 Regular Session |
| Subjects | Energy |
Concerning changes to the approval process for light-mitigating technology that is required to be installed at certain wind-powered energy generation facilities.
Recent Bill (PDF)
Prime Sponsors
Amy Paschal
Representative
Chris Richardson
Senator
Chris Kolker
Senator
Rod Pelton
Committees
House
Transportation, Housing & Local Government
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Under Consideration
Introduced
Under Consideration
Related Documents & Information
| Date | Version | Documents |
|---|---|---|
| 04/21/2026 | Introduced |
| Date | Location | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 04/21/2026 | House | Introduced In House - Assigned to Transportation, Housing & Local Government |
Prime Sponsor
Rep. A. Paschal | Rep. C. Richardson
Sen. C. Kolker | Sen. R. Pelton
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