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Colorado Bill Modifies Election Laws

Colorado Bill HB26-1113, effective January 1, 2026, modifies the Uniform Election Code of 1992 and the Colorado Open Records Act. Key changes include updates to voter identification, registration processes for students, procedures for presidential and congressional vacancy elections, and ballot access requirements.

Colorado Bill Expands Voter Transparency for Ballot Measures

Colorado bill HB26-1084, introduced for the 2026 regular session, aims to enhance voter transparency regarding the funding of initiated statewide ballot measures. The bill mandates specific language in ballot titles and information booklets to disclose the projected impact on state expenditure program areas.

Colorado Bill: Bipartisan Election Judges for Mail Ballot Signature Verification

Colorado's HB26-1080 proposes requiring county clerks to use bipartisan election judge teams for mail ballot signature verification, replacing the current single-judge system. The Secretary of State would adopt rules for this new procedure. The bill is currently under consideration in the 2026 Regular Session.

Colorado Bill HB26-1137: Campaign Consultant Requirements

Colorado Bill HB26-1137 proposes new requirements for campaign consultants, including prohibitions against representing adverse interests or supporting opposing candidates without client consent. The bill allows for civil suits by aggrieved persons alleging violations.

Colorado Youthful Offender System Updates

Colorado Bill HB26-1064 updates the state's youthful offender system by revising eligibility, emphasizing trauma-informed care, and expanding procedural protections for participants with disabilities. The bill also adds data reporting requirements for the Department of Corrections.

Colorado Bill Modifies Overtime Income Tax for 2026

Colorado Senate Bill 26-056 proposes to modify the state income tax on overtime compensation, applying the change only to the 2026 income tax year. The bill aims to alter how overtime compensation excluded from federal gross income is treated for state income tax purposes.

Colorado Bill: Nonemergency Medical Transportation Services for Medicaid

Colorado Bill SB26-063 proposes new requirements for nonemergency medical transportation services for Medicaid members. The bill mandates that transportation brokers contract with at least five providers and allows Medicaid members to preapprove services and choose preferred providers.

Colorado Property Tax Administrative Procedures Bill

Colorado's SB26-046 modifies property tax administrative procedures, including deadlines for applications, appeals, and notices of valuation. The bill also adjusts thresholds for tax abatements and refunds and clarifies information transmission requirements for county assessors and boards of county commissioners. These changes are set to take effect for the 2026 regular session.

Colorado Bill Authorizing Local Vehicle ID Systems on Interstate Highways

Colorado Bill HB26-1071 proposes to amend current law to allow local governments, specifically cities and counties or municipalities, to place automated vehicle identification systems (AVIS) on interstate highways. This change would permit local entities to deploy such technology, which was previously restricted to state authority.

Colorado Firearms Background Check Operating Hours Bill

Colorado Bill HB26-1302 proposes to alter the operating hours for the Colorado Bureau of Investigation's Firearms InstaCheck Unit. The bill is currently in the 'Under Consideration' stage of the legislative process.