Colorado Legislature - The Journal

Under new law, Coloradans gain power to repair cellphones, computers and more

Policy gives consumers more control over devices they own

DATE: May 29, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Lawmakers address health care, tribal protections during end-of-session review in Durango

Rep. Barbara McLachlan and Sen. Cleave Simpson drop by library for Q&A with residents

DATE: May 21, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Democrats frustrated as Gov. Polis vetoes six Colorado bills

Governor shutdown proposals on labor rights, waste incinerators and more; here’s why

DATE: May 21, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

When Colorado lawmakers return next year, no Dems will have served in the minority

Democrats have controlled both chambers for years

DATE: May 14, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Wolverine reintroduction legislation is ‘completely opposite’ wolf plan

‘They do not eat cattle. They do not eat sheep. They do not eat people,’ state Rep. Barbara McLachlan says

DATE: May 14, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado lawmakers pass bill criminalizing cellphone use while driving

Drivers will be able to legally make calls only if they use a hands-free accessory

DATE: May 13, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Here’s what the Colorado Legislature did for criminal justice reform during 2024 session

The Colorado Legislature approved a variety of bills changing the state’s criminal justice system relating to law enforcement, jails, and protections for those convicted of crimes. Here are ...

DATE: May 12, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

To-go alcohol to be a permanent part of restaurant takeout in Colorado

Picking up a to-go cocktail or glass of wine will be a permanent feature of restaurant takeout in Colorado, thanks to a new law signed by the governor. Gov. Jared Polis used an executive ord...

DATE: May 11, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Durango students’ advocacy leads to passing of state Narcan bill

Student says more can be done about drug education

DATE: May 10, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado lawmakers pass bipartisan property tax relief bill as 2024 legislative session comes to a close

The General Assembly hopes its legislation will persuade voters not to back property tax measures on the November ballot that would ravage state and local government budgets

DATE: May 9, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Bill to ban purchase, sale and transfer of so-called assault weapons in Colorado will be shelved

Sponsor of House Bill 1292 will ask for measure to be killed

DATE: May 6, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Gov. Polis signs $40.6 billion Colorado state budget

Funding reflects a 3.7% increase from last year, or about $1 billion more in general fund spending

DATE: Apr 30, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News