US Federal

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 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 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 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 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: 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 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.

OSHA Cites Contractor for Serious Violations After Fatal Electrocution

The U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA has cited a Florida utility construction contractor for three serious violations following a fatal electrocution and two injuries. The agency proposed $49,650 in penalties.

Walsh v. HNTB Corporation - Age Discrimination Appeal

The First Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's summary judgment for HNTB Corporation in an age discrimination lawsuit filed by former employee Joanne Walsh. The court found Walsh's appeal to be timely, despite HNTB's arguments to the contrary.

ICE Removes War Criminal and Terrorist to Ethiopia

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the removal of Solomon Bogale, a member of the Ethiopian paramilitary organization Fano, to Ethiopia. Bogale was found to have called for ethnic cleansing and was denied immigration benefits.