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Concerned Citizen Panel Presentation
Presented to the TLRC at its September 2017 meeting.
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Issue Briefs
Colorado's Minimum Wage (17-37)
Federal law requires employers to pay their employees a minimum hourly wage. States are allowed to set different pay standards than the federal minimum wage requirement; however, if the state and federal law differ, such as in Colorado, the higher wage prevails. This issue brief provides an...
Staff Publications
Regional Transportation Authorities
This memorandum provides information concerning regional transportation authorities (RTAs). Specifically, it provides an overview of state laws pertaining to RTAs, RTAs currently established, powers of and financing mechanisms available to RTAs, and sales and use taxes levied in each of the...
Issue Briefs
State Aid for Low Income Families
This issue brief explains Colorado’s Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program, known as Colorado Works, which provides financial and other assistance. The federally funded program is overseen at the state level by the Department of Human Services and is administered at the county...
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Western Slope Club 20 Resolutions
Presented to the TLRC at its November 2, 2017 meeting.
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CDOT Region 2 Construction Project Map, 2017
Presented to the TLRC at its November 2, 2017 meeting.
Staff Publications
Use of Communication and Technology on Colorado’s Roadway
This memorandum provides an overview of travel information available to drivers in Colorado. It also outlines the RoadX program in the Colorado Department of Transportation, which seeks to integrate emerging technologies into Colorado’s roadways.
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Truckers Against Trafficking - Prevention and Intervention: Combating Human Trafficking Through the Trucking Industry
Presented to the TLRC at its November 2, 2017 meeting.
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Southwest Chief and Front Range Passenger Rail Commission, Front Range Passenger Rail Summary of Major Issues & Strategic Considerations
Presented to the TLRC at its Novemver 2, 2017 meeting.
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Regional Transportation District Presentation
Presented to the TLRC at its November 2, 2017 meeting.
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E-470 & Express Toll Annual Report
Presented to the TLRC at its November 2, 2017 meeting.
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Southwest Chief & Front Range Passenger Rail Commission Overview
Presented to the TLRC at its November 2, 2017 meeting.
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DEN TODAY
Background information on the Denver Internation Airport presented to the TLRC on November 2, 2017.
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Colorado Trucking Industry Overview Opportunities and Challenges
Presented to the TLRC at its November 2017 meeting.
Summary of Major Legislation
Summary of State Government Legislation (2017)
During the 2017 legislative session, the General Assembly considered measures related to state agencies and employees, state procurement, the Colorado Public Employees’ Retirement Association, the General Assembly, the Office of the State Auditor, the Colorado Open Records Act, charitable gaming...
Issue Briefs
Innovative Motor Vehicle Income Tax Credit
The state innovative motor vehicle income tax credit is intended to reduce the cost of alternative fuel vehicles and incentivize their purchase. This issue brief describes the income tax credit, most recently modified by House Bill 16-1332, and provides information on the fixed income...
Issue Briefs
Judicial Performance Evaluation Process
There are 324 justices and judges in Colorado. Seven justices preside over the Supreme Court and issue binding majority decisions on lower court rulings. Additionally, 317 judges preside over other various courts, including the Court of Appeals (22 judges), district courts (181 judges), and...
Issue Briefs
Economic Development Commission
The Economic Development Commission (EDC) works in conjunction with the Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) to promote economic development in the state. The EDC is statutorily required to oversee six programs, which are administered by OEDIT. This issue brief...
Staff Publications
Infrastructure Public Private Partnerships
Public-private partnerships have become integral to developing infrastructure in Colorado and across the country. This memorandum describes public-private partnerships, summarizes relevant law, and provides examples of projects in Colorado.
Staff Publications
Broadband Internet Service Programs in Colorado
This memorandum provides an overview of broadband internet service programs in Colorado, including the Colorado High Cost Support Mechanism; state grant programs and other state efforts; local governments’ ability to provide broadband; and related recent legislation.
11/22/2017
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Issue Briefs
Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association Reform Legislation
This issue brief provides a brief description of the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) and summarizes key provisions of Senate Bill 06-235, which modifies PERA's board of directors and attempts to improve its financial situation. Overall, the bill increases the flow of...
Final/Annual Reports
2017 Legislative Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Recovery Final Report
Legislative Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Recovery Final Report for 2017.
Final/Annual Reports
2017 Transportation Legislation Review Committee Final Report
Final Report to the Colorado General Assembly by the Transportation Legislation Review Committee.
Summary of Major Legislation
Business & Economic Development Legislation (2017)
During the 2017 legislative session, the General Assembly considered measures related to tax credits, employee-owned businesses, the state’s sales and use tax structure, and reducing the regulatory burden on small businesses.
Issue Briefs
Colorado License Plates (18-02)
Do you prefer green mountains and white text or white mountains and green text? Whether or not we all agree with the color choices for Colorado’s license plates, every vehicle on the roads is required to have one. This issue brief discusses license plate laws and regulations in Colorado.