Preventing Sexual Abuse in Jails

Colorado HB26-1123 was signed into law on April 6, 2026, establishing comprehensive measures to prevent sexual abuse in state and county jails. The bill passed the House 44-20 after committee amendments and includes an appropriation for implementation. This legislation directly affects jail administrators, correctional staff, and detention facilities statewide.

Modernization of Requirements for Ballot Information Booklet

Colorado HB1293 passed Senate second reading on April 6, 2026, advancing legislation to modernize requirements for the state ballot information booklet. The bill received unanimous support (62-0 in House, 5-0 in Senate committee) with no amendments, and now proceeds through the legislative process.

Nurse Death Certification Discipline Requirements

Colorado House Bill 26-1296 has passed both chambers, adding grounds for discipline against advanced practice registered nurses who fail to timely complete medical certifications for death certificates. The bill revises the Nurse and Nurse Aide Practice Act and moves to the Governor for signature.

History Colorado Mineral Rights Disposal Authorization

Colorado Governor signed HB26-1304 authorizing History Colorado to dispose of mineral rights in Weld County, Colorado and West Virginia. The bill passed with unanimous support in both chambers (63-0 House vote, 11-0 committee vote) after being signed on April 6, 2026. The legislation grants specific disposal authority for these mineral rights holdings.

Traffic Safety Near Schools

Colorado Governor signed HB26-1318 into law, establishing new traffic safety requirements for areas near schools. The bill passed the House 42-21 after committee review and amendments, and received Senate assignment to the Transportation & Energy Committee. Sponsors include Representatives Meg Froelich, Kyle Brown, and Senators Lisa Cutter, among others.

Age Attestation Requirements for Computing Devices

Colorado Governor signed SB051 into law on April 6, 2026, establishing age attestation requirements for computing device users in the state. The bill requires manufacturers and retailers to implement age verification mechanisms for computing device sales or access. The legislation passed the Senate 28-7 after adopting amendment L.001 and is assigned to the Business Affairs and Labor committee.

Retainage Surety Bond Construction Contracts

Colorado HB1311 passed both chambers, permitting contractors to provide a surety bond as an alternative to traditional retainage in construction contracts. The bill received bipartisan support with 55-9 House passage and unanimous 8-0 Senate Finance approval. This legislation affects construction firms entering contracts subject to Colorado state law.

Minnesota Senate passes SF4511 banning prediction market wagers

Minnesota Senate passes SF4511 banning prediction market wagers

State Employee Grant Employment Restriction

Minnesota Senate passed SF4640, prohibiting state employees and legislators from taking employment with grant recipients under certain circumstances. The bill, introduced in the 94th Legislature 2025-2026 session, passed through the Labor Committee after referral from State and Local Government.

Firearms regulation on public postsecondary institution campuses

The Minnesota Senate passed SF4589, legislation regulating the carrying of firearms by visitors on public postsecondary institution campuses. The bill was sponsored by Senators Bonnie Westlin and Doron Clark and passed during the 94th Legislature 2025-2026 session on March 18, 2026.