Author: Marissa Ventrelli marissa.ventrelli@coloradopolitics.com
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Colorado doctors, dentists challenge state law on gender‑transition services in new federal lawsuit
A group of Christian doctors and dentists has filed a federal lawsuit challenging a Colorado law they say requires them to provide gender‑transition services that conflict with their religious and ethical beliefs. The lawsuit, filed by the Christian Medical and Dental Associations and Button Family Practice of Cañon City, alleges that certain portions of Colorado’s…
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Immigration reporting measure fuels debate over Colorado’s role with ICE
A coalition of advocacy groups and several district attorneys rallied outside the Colorado Capitol on Thursday to oppose a ballot measure that, if approved by voters in November, would require state and local law enforcement to cooperate with federal immigration authorities. Backed by Advance Colorado, Proposition 81 would require local law enforcement agencies to notify…
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Ballot measure aims to shift Colorado sporting goods tax revenue to land, water and wildfire projects
Colorado voters this November will decide whether to direct a share of sales tax revenue from sporting goods — including bicycles and skiing equipment — toward land and water conservation, wildfire prevention and expanding outdoor recreation. Supporters say the measure is needed to protect Colorado’s natural resources before further damage occurs. If passed, Proposition 137…
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Colorado joins lawsuit challenging changes to Endangered Species Act
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Colorado once more joined a coalition of states challenging the Trump administration — this time on proposed rules regarding the Endangered Species Act. The pair of lawsuits challenge new rules made under Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, who earlier said the endangered species law has been abused by federal agencies for years in order to “obstruct…
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Colorado enacts new penalties for violent crimes and updates race categories on state forms
A trio of new laws, two regarding increased penalties for violent crimes and one establishing new requirements for government-issued forms, go into effect on Sept. 1. Here’s a breakdown of what they do. The bill: Senate Bill 25-050 What it does: Sponsored by Sen. Iman Jodeh, D-Aurora and Rep. Yara Zokaie, D-Fort Collins, Senate Bill…
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Manny Rutinel resigns from Colorado legislature to focus on congressional race
The Democrat running for a key congressional race — whose outcome could decide the balance of power in the U.S. House — on Friday resigned from the Colorado legislature. State Rep. Manny Rutinel is turning his attention to his campaign in Colorado’s 8th Congressional District, where he is challenging Republican U.S. Rep. Gabe Evans. The…
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Fentanyl sentencing, tax overhauls and transgender‑related issues anchor Colorado’s 14 ballot measures
Fourteen statewide ballot measures await Colorado voters this November, offering a mix of criminal justice crackdowns, tax overhauls, and constitutional tweaks that ensure no one will accuse the ballot of being boring this year. Colorado’s 14 statewide ballot measures match the 2024 election for the most in recent state history. The all‑time record still belongs…
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Fentanyl sentencing, tax overhauls and transgender‑related issues anchor Colorado’s 14 ballot measures
Fourteen statewide ballot measures await Colorado voters this November, offering a mix of criminal justice crackdowns, tax overhauls, and constitutional tweaks that ensure no one will accuse the ballot of being boring this year. Colorado’s 14 statewide ballot measures match the 2024 election for the most in recent state history. The all‑time record still belongs…
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Fentanyl sentencing, tax overhauls and transgender‑related issues anchor Colorado’s 14 ballot measures
Fourteen statewide ballot measures await Colorado voters this November, offering a mix of criminal justice crackdowns, tax overhauls, and constitutional tweaks that ensure no one will accuse the ballot of being boring this year. Colorado’s 14 statewide ballot measures match the 2024 election for the most in recent state history. The all‑time record still belongs…
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Colorado measure adding ID checks to mail-in voting qualifies for ballot
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A ballot initiative that would require voters to include additional information on mail-in ballots has qualified for the November election, according to the Secretary of State’s Office. Backed by El Paso County Treasurer Chuck Broerman and former Deputy Secretary of State Suzanne Taheri, Initiative No. 362 would require voters to include either the last four…