Coloradans agree social media is bad for youth mental health. Now lawmakers want to do something about it.
A bill introduced in the state legislature would put regulations on social media platforms to help limit how much time teens spend scrolling
Legislative Session
Gaines: A Colorado for all, as long as you agree with Democrats
Is Colorado, as Governor Polis has said he wants, a Colorado for all, or is it just a Colorado for those that agree with Democrat policy?
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House bill making toddler items tax-free in Colorado could save families $980 annually, cost the state $8M
A proposal that seeks to exempt toddler and baby products from the state sales tax narrowly passed its committee first hurdle on Monday.
Colorado House unanimously supports bill recognizing emergency phone operators as first responders
In a rare display of unity, a bill at the Colorado Capitol received the approval of every representative present on Monday. The measure, which seeks to recognize emergency phone operators as first responders, is now headed to the Senate for further consideration and approval.
Telehealth bill aims to increase rural access to vet care
House Bill 24-1048 would aim to make veterinary care more accessible to those living in outlying areas of the state, with limited veterinarian care access, by aligning state and federal law and by authorizing the state board of veterinarian medicine to establish rules for the use of telehealth services.
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Colorado’s growing fentanyl crisis calls for stronger laws and border security
The Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) Rocky Mountain Field Division has reported an explosion in the seizure of fentanyl pills in 2023, surpassing previous years.
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Colorado lawmakers seek to boost condo development by reducing lawsuits over construction errors
In a bid to spur condominium construction in Colorado, a group of state lawmakers introduced a bill Monday aimed at reducing lawsuits over construction errors by narrowing when they can be filed and by giving builders and homeowners an avenue to make repairs faster and without going to court.
Colorado Speaker faces criticism for turning away families of Hamas victims, while Senate welcomes them
The Speaker of the Colorado House has come under fire for refusing to allow families of hostages and victims, who had family members kidnapped by Hamas, into the House chamber.
Colorado Senate Ag Committee introduces ‘Agriculture and Natural Resources Public Engagement Requirement’ bill
In a recent legislative committee meeting, the Colorado Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee discussed Senate Bill 24-026, a bill that proposes the renewal of the in-person public engagement requirement for members of the Parks and Wildlife Commission in the Department of Natural Resources, as well as the addition of the same requirement for members of the Agriculture Commission and the Colorado Water Conservation Board.
Democrats want a ‘pet tax’ and registry in Colorado
In yet another attempt to nickel and dime hardworking Coloradans, Democrats have proposed a ridiculous new bill that would create a burdensome “Pet Animal Registration System.”
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