Tax Expenditure Evaluation
Farm Close-Out Sales Tax Exemption
Report No. 2018-TE3
Note: A more recent evaluation was issued in May 2023. Click HERE to access the May 2023 report.
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Staff Publications
2023 Colorado Water Handbook
The Legislative Council Staff’s Water Policy Handbook is intended to serve as a reference guide to Colorado's water policies and programs. The book is divided into three parts. Each part covers a different aspect of Colorado water law and policy.
Summary of Major Legislation
Summary of 2022 Agriculture Legislation
During the 2022 legislative session, the Colorado General Assembly considered measures related to agriculture, including wildlife and conservation, workforce, the Colorado State Fair, and other agriculture‑related topics.
Summary of Major Legislation
Summary of 2023 Water Legislation
The General Assembly considered multiple bills related to water, including legislation focused on project funding, xeriscaping, studying various water challenges across the state, and stream restoration.
Summary of Major Legislation
Summary of 2023 Agriculture Major Legislation
During the 2023 legislative session, the Colorado General Assembly considered a variety of measures related to agriculture, including pesticides, livestock health, industry, and wildlife.
Final/Annual Reports
2012 Water Resources Review Commitee Final Report
Pursuant to Article 98 of Title 37, Colorado Revised Statutes. The purpose of this committee is to oversee the conservation, use, development, and financing of Colorado's water resources.
Final/Annual Reports
2013 Wildfire Matters Review Committee Final Report
Pursuant to Senate Bill 13-082. The purpose of this committee is to review and propose legislation or other policy changes related to wildfire prevention, mitigation, and related matters, including public safety and forest health issues.
Final/Annual Reports
2013 Water Resources Review Committee Final Report
Pursuant to Article 98 of Title 37, Colorado Revised Statutes. The purpose of this committee is to oversee the conservation, use, development, and financing of Colorado's water resources.
Final/Annual Reports
2014 Wildfire Matters Review Committee Final Report
Pursuant to Senate Bill 13-082. The purpose of this committee is to review and propose legislation or other policy changes related to wildfire prevention, mitigation, and related matters, including public safety and forest health issues.
Final/Annual Reports
2015 Water Resources Review Committee Final Report
Pursuant to Article 98 of Title 37, Colorado Revised Statutes. The purpose of this committee is to oversee the conservation, use, development, and financing of Colorado's water resources.
Final/Annual Reports
2015 Wildfire Matters Review Committee Final Report
Pursuant to Senate Bill 13-082. The purpose of this committee is to oversee and review the prevention, mitigation, and financing of wildfire matters in Colorado.
Final/Annual Reports
2012 Lower North Fork Wildfire Commission Final Report
Final Report to the Colorado General Assembly by the Lower North Fork Wildfire Commission.
Summary of Major Legislation
Summary of 2023 Energy and Natural Resources Legislation
During the 2023 legislative session the General Assembly considered several measures related to energy and natural resources including clean energy; wildfire; and going green at home.
Tax Expenditure Evaluation
Agricultural Sales Tax Exemptions
Report No. 2023-TE13
Tax Expenditure Evaluation
Agricultural Inputs Sales Tax Exemptions
Report No. 2019-TE4
Note: A more recent evaluation was issued in August 2023. Click HERE to access the August 2023 report.