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Summary of Major Legislation

Summary of Human Services Legislation (2017)

Subject
Human Services
Published
12/13/2017

During the 2017 legislative session, the General Assembly considered measures related to Colorado’s behavioral health crisis system and the use and misuse of opioids. Other issues considered include child care regulations, child welfare, and a job program for individuals receiving cash assistance benefits. All bills discussed below became law, unless otherwise noted.

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