Colorado Bill on Colorimetric Drug Tests for Possession

Colorado Bill HB26-1020 modifies procedures for colorimetric drug tests in drug possession cases. It restricts arrests for certain misdemeanor possession charges and requires advisements in felony cases regarding test accuracy and defendant rights.

Colorado Bill Supports Victim-Survivors and Drug Supply

Colorado's SB26-095 proposes measures to support victim-survivors of crimes. Key provisions include informing victims about medical exam results, authorizing emergency dispensing of STI prophylaxis, and enhancing peace officer training on trauma response. The bill also addresses arbitration agreements related to sexual harassment disputes.

Colorado Bill: Expedited Veterinary Licensing and Drug Donation

Colorado HB26-1198 proposes to expedite veterinary licensing by endorsement and veterinary technician registration by endorsement. It also establishes a program for the donation of unused veterinary drugs. The bill is currently under consideration in the 2026 Regular Session.

Colorado Agricultural Future Loan Program Modifications

Colorado Bill SB26-064 modifies the state's Agricultural Future Loan Program to expand eligibility for funding. The bill allows certain entities, including water districts and ditch companies with support from conservation divisions, to qualify for loans aimed at conserving agricultural land and facilitating ownership transfers to eligible farmers and ranchers.

Colorado Bill Modifies County Commissioner Election Rules

Colorado Bill HB26-1203 proposes to modify county commissioner election rules for counties with populations of 70,000 or more. The bill eliminates discretionary election systems and mandates specific methods for electing 5 commissioners, requiring a resolution and voter referral by 2027.

Colorado Bill Requires Law Enforcement Use of ATF Firearm Tracing System

Colorado Bill HB26-1265 requires all law enforcement agencies in the state to register for and use the ATF's national electronic firearm tracing system. Agencies must transmit recovered or confiscated firearm information to the system and share all related data with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.

Bill to Sunset Kidney Disease Prevention Education Task Force

Colorado HB26-1277 proposes to sunset the Kidney Disease Prevention and Education Task Force, implementing a recommendation from the 2025 sunset report by the department of regulatory agencies. The bill is currently under consideration in the 2026 Regular Session.

Colorado Bill Expands Protection Order Petitioners

Colorado Bill SB26-004 proposes to expand the list of individuals and entities eligible to petition a court for an extreme risk protection order. The bill, currently under consideration, would allow healthcare facilities, behavioral health treatment facilities, schools, and higher education institutions to file such petitions.

Colorado Open Records Act Modifications

Colorado's SB26-107 modifies the state's Open Records Act by excluding disability communication records, altering response times, and adding provisions for fee determination and student data protection. The bill also requires public entities to post CORA rules and information on making requests.

Colorado Firefighter Safety Act Petition Elections

Colorado Bill SB26-047 proposes changes to the definition of a general election for submitting ballot questions related to firefighter collective bargaining and the Colorado Firefighter Safety Act. The bill aims to modify when such questions can be added to the ballot.