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Overview and History of Statewide Ballot Measures

Subjects

Elections & Redistricting

State Government

Agency

Legislative Council Staff

Published

12/16/2021

This memorandum provides an overview of the statewide ballot measure process; a summary of the measures approved or rejected by Colorado voters between 1880 and 2021; and links to additional resources at the offices of the Colorado Legislative Council Staff and the Colorado Secretary of State.

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The Colorado Recall Process

A recall is a process that allows voters to remove and replace an elected official before the official’s term ends. According to the National Conference of State Legislatures, Colorado is one of 19 states that allow for the recall of state and local elected officials.

While the recall...

Publishing Agency:

Legislative Council Staff

Date:

01/16/2025

Subjects:

Elections & Redistricting

General Assembly

Local Government

State Government

Staff Publications

Visitor Guide to the Colorado State Capitol

Publishing Agency:

Visit & Learn

Date:

01/14/2025

Subjects:

General Assembly

State Government

Staff Publications

Strategies to Reduce Fiscal Impacts of Legislation

Fiscal notes estimate the fiscal impact of legislation, including revenue impacts, state expenditures, and appropriations required. However, fiscal notes are decision-making tools for legislators, and the General Assembly is ultimately responsible for making appropriations and setting aside the...

Publishing Agency:

Legislative Council Staff

Date:

01/14/2025

Subjects:

General Assembly

State Government

Staff Publications

Programs and Resources for Persons Experiencing Homelessness

Homelessness affects thousands of individuals and families across Colorado. Among U.S. states, Colorado has the 8th highest number of residents experiencing homelessness. This memorandum describes the scope of homelessness in the state and provides an overview of the programs and resources...

Publishing Agency:

Legislative Council Staff

Date:

01/03/2025

Subjects:

Housing

Local Government

State Government

Summary of Major Legislation

Summary of 2024 Elections Legislation

During the 2024 legislative session, the General Assembly considered several bills concerning elections, including changes to the conduct of elections, penalties and complaints, ballot access, and voting.

Publishing Agency:

Legislative Council Staff

Date:

12/31/2024

Subject:

Elections & Redistricting

Session Related Publications

Public Participation in the Legislative Process

Legislative committees are a very important part of Colorado's legislative process. At a legislative committee hearing, citizens have an opportunity to express their views and have them incorporated into the official legislative record. In Colorado, every bill receives a public hearing by one of...

Publishing Agency:

Legislative Council Staff

Date:

12/30/2024

Subjects:

General Assembly

State Government

Final/Annual Reports

2024 American Indian Affairs Interim Study Committee Final Report

Submitted herewith is the final report of the American Indian Affairs Interim Study Committee. This committee was created pursuant to Interim Committee Request Letter 2024-003. The purpose of this committee is to build better relationships between American Indian communities and the legislative...

Publishing Agency:

Legislative Council Staff

Date:

12/19/2024

Subjects:

General Assembly

State Government

Issue Briefs

Smart Government Act

The State Measurement for Accountable, Responsive, and Transparent Government Act (SMART Act) was adopted in 2010 by House Bill 10-1119. This bill...

Publishing Agency:

Legislative Council Staff

Date:

12/19/2024

Subjects:

General Assembly

State Government

State Revenue & Budget

Session Related Publications

2025 Fiscal Note Staff Assignments by Subject Area

2025 Fiscal Note Staff Assignments by Subject Area.

Publishing Agency:

Legislative Council Staff

Date:

12/11/2024

Subjects:

State Government

State Revenue & Budget

Staff Publications