US Federal

Traveling Animal Protection Act Environmental Education Program Bill

Colorado Bill HB26-1133 proposes to clarify requirements for an environmental education program conducted under the "Traveling Animal Protection Act." The bill defines "professional" for the purpose of conducting such programs, requiring specific environmental education accreditation or certification.

Continue Microgrid Resilience Grant Program Indefinitely

Colorado House Bill HB26-1051 proposes to continue the microgrids for community resilience grant program indefinitely by removing its scheduled repeal date of September 1, 2026. This program provides grants to cooperative electric associations and municipally owned utilities for microgrid resources in eligible rural communities.

Colorado Bill: Minor Motorcycle Instruction Permit Written Permission

Colorado Bill HB26-1079 proposes a new requirement for minors to obtain written permission from a parent or legal guardian before being issued a motorcycle instruction permit. This bill aims to enhance safety and parental oversight for young motorcycle riders.

Colorado Bill Increases Patient Access to Behavioral Health Providers

Colorado Bill HB26-1002 aims to increase patient access to behavioral health providers by enhancing provider network participation, expediting credentialing, and reimbursing prelicensed providers. The bill also modifies clinical hour requirements for licensed clinical social workers.

Colorado Bill Prohibits Pet Store Dog and Cat Sales from 2027

Colorado HB26-1011 prohibits pet stores from selling or transferring ownership of dogs and cats beginning January 1, 2027. The bill defines 'broker' and outlines several exceptions, including sales by shelters, rescue organizations, and original breeders.

Colorado Child Care Policy Disclosure Requirements

Colorado bill SB26-050, currently under consideration, proposes new disclosure requirements for child care centers. The bill mandates that centers inform parents about mandatory reporter status of staff and disclose the use of video recording equipment and related policies.

Colorado Bill: Minors Digital Content Protections and Civil Remedies

Colorado Bill HB26-1058 establishes new requirements and civil remedies for minors featured in compensated digital content on online platforms, effective June 1, 2027. It mandates record-keeping, trust account provisions for minors' earnings, and prohibits the financial benefit from content created with intent to sexually gratify.

Colorado Public Trustee Act Foreclosure Procedures Modifications

Colorado Bill HB26-1098 modifies foreclosure procedures under the Public Trustee Act. Key changes include setting public trustee salaries, repealing certain reporting and procurement requirements, clarifying fund sources, defining 'nonmaterial misstatement', and updating notice and redemption rules for foreclosures.

Colorado Bill: Municipal Jail Standards and Custody Limits

Colorado Bill HB26-1039 proposes to require municipal jails to meet existing county jail standards and data collection requirements. The bill also limits the custody duration in municipal jails to 72 hours and includes specific provisions for pregnant individuals in labor.

Colorado Bill HB26-1101: Criminal Offenses for Critical Infrastructure Metals

Colorado Bill HB26-1101 introduces new criminal offenses related to the sale and possession of stolen critical infrastructure metals. The bill mandates specific payment methods and reporting requirements for dealers of such materials, aiming to deter theft and illicit trade.