This report contains the final audited figures for state revenue retained under Referendum C in the 2005‑06 through 2021-22 state fiscal years and preliminary numbers for the 2022‑23 and 2023-24 state fiscal years. It also reflects the actions of the General Assembly and Governor in spending the retained money. This report is prepared in accordance with the requirements of Referendum C, which was approved by voters in 2005.
Colorado receives annual payments from tobacco manufacturers as part of the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement. In April 2016, the state received $92.3 million. This memorandum presents the distribution of the 2016 payment and forecasts payments through 2019.