Staff Publications
Regional Transportation District Overview
This memorandum provides information on the Regional Transportation District (RTD).
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Staff Publications
Report on Referendum C Revenue and Spending FY 2005-06 through FY 2020-21
This report contains the final audited figures for state revenue retained under Referendum C in the 2005‑06 through 2018‑19 state fiscal years and preliminary numbers for the 2019‑20 and 2020‑21 state fiscal years. It also reflects the actions of the General Assembly and Governor in spending...
Staff Publications
Fines and Fees in Colorado’s Criminal Justice System
Individuals convicted of criminal offenses are typically required by the court to pay associated fines, fees, and surcharges. This memorandum provides an overview of the fines and fees that are imposed upon a criminal conviction in Colorado, including those financial obligations that support...
Staff Publications
Summary of Governor’s Executive Orders Issued During COVID-19 Emergency
This memorandum provides a summary of the various Executive Orders and Public Health Orders issued during the declared disaster emergency related to the presence of COVID‑19 in Colorado.
Staff Publications
Executive Summary of Governor's Executive Orders During COVID-19
This memorandum provides an executive summary of the various Executive Orders issued during the declared disaster emergency related to the presence of COVID-19 in Colorado.
Summary of Major Legislation
Summary of Transportation Legislation 2020
During the 2020 legislative session, the General Assembly considered several measures related to transportation funding, commercial vehicles, motor vehicles, and other transportation issues.
Issue Briefs
Vaccinations for School-Aged Children (20-20)
Vaccinations offer protection from common infectious diseases. The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends specific vaccines for all infants, children, and adults during their lifetime to provide immunity from preventable illness. A recent analysis estimated that...
10/07/2020
Children & Domestic Matters
Education & School Finance (Pre & K-12)
Health Care & Health Insurance
Public Health
Budget Related Publications
2020 Appropriations History Report FY 2011-12 through FY 2020-21
10/06/2020
Staff Publications
Incentives to Use Solar Power in Colorado
This memorandum provides an overview of the financial incentives for solar power offered by utilities in Colorado, as well as other incentives, including net metering programs and state tax incentives.
Legal Topics
LAW SUMMARY: The Sunset Process: Legislative Review of Regulatory Agencies And Functions
10/02/2020
Issue Briefs
Colorado Clean Indoor Air Act (20-19)
The harmful effects of secondhand smoke and emissions from tobacco, marijuana, and electronic smoking devices continue to be an issue in Colorado. Since 1992, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has classified secondhand tobacco smoke as a known cause of cancer. The Centers for Disease...
Staff Publications
Analyses of Acts with Multiple Articles
09/30/2020
Summary of Major Legislation
Summary of State Government Legislation (2020)
During the 2020 legislative session, the General Assembly considered measures related to its operations, state employees and retirement plans, state agencies and procurement, open records and meetings, and notarization. Several of the bills were in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the...
Staff Publications
Subject Index of Introduced Bills 2018
09/25/2020
Staff Publications
Subject Index of Introduced Bills 2017
09/25/2020
Staff Publications
Subject Index of Introduced Bills 2020
09/25/2020
Summary of Major Legislation
Summary of 2020 Housing Legislation
Interactions between landlords and tenants, funding related to the COVID-19 pandemic, and construction were major topics during the 2020 legislative session.
Summary of Major Legislation
Summary of Higher Education Legislation (2020)
During the 2020 legislative session, the General Assembly considered several measures related to scholarships and financial assistance; student compensation and academic credit; concurrent enrollment; admission requirements; and higher education funding.
Summary of Major Legislation
Summary of Children and Domestic Matters Legislation (2020)
During the 2020 legislative session, the General Assembly considered measures related to parental rights, marriage and adoption, and child welfare.
Summary of Major Legislation
Summary of Health Care Legislation (2020)
In the 2020 session, the Colorado General Assembly considered measures related to the regulation of health care facilities, behavioral health and substance use, prescription drug costs, and abortion.
Summary of Major Legislation
Summary of Health Insurance Legislation (2020)
In the 2020 session, the Colorado General Assembly considered measures related to health insurance benefits, reinsurance, the Colorado Option health plan, and Medicaid.
Budget Related Publications
Forecast September 2020
Focus Colorado presents forecasts for the economy and state government revenue through FY 2019-20. Implications of the forecast for the state's General Fund budget and spending limit are described in the report's highlights and executive summary sections. The report is based on current law,...
Legal Topics
Open Meetings Law - State Public Body - FAQ
09/18/2020
Staff Publications
Legislators Holding Other Offices
The following is our understanding of the limitations on legislators holding other public offices.
09/18/2020
Staff Publications
Campaign Finance Restrictions on Use of Public Resources by Legislators in a Ballot Measure Campaign
This memorandum addresses the ability of legislators to explain and express the legislator's position or opinion on an initiated or referred ballot measure in light of the limitations and prohibitions on the use of public moneys and resources to support or oppose a referred measure contained in...
09/18/2020