Tag: Colorado Legislature 2
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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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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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Colorado NRA chapter seeks injunction against new gun‑training requirement
The Colorado chapter of the National Rifle Association is seeking an injunction to stop the state from enforcing a new law that took effect earlier this month. The new law requires anyone buying or selling certain firearms to first complete a safety training course offered through Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Under Senate Bill 003, the…
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Colorado NRA chapter seeks injunction against new gun‑training requirement
The Colorado chapter of the National Rifle Association is seeking an injunction to stop the state from enforcing a new law that took effect earlier this month. The new law requires anyone buying or selling certain firearms to first complete a safety training course offered through Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Under Senate Bill 003, the…
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Colorado students push AI task force as schools navigate new tech era
A group of students is urging lawmakers to establish a task force on artificial intelligence in education to advise districts on how to ensure that pupils and educators use the technology effectively without becoming overly reliant on it. The students serve on the General Assembly’s Youth Advisory Council Committee or COYAC — a joint committee…
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Colorado students push AI task force as schools navigate new tech era
A group of students is urging lawmakers to establish a task force on artificial intelligence in education to advise districts on how to ensure that pupils and educators use the technology effectively without becoming overly reliant on it. The students serve on the General Assembly’s Youth Advisory Council Committee or COYAC — a joint committee…
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Colorado students push AI task force as schools navigate new tech era
A group of students is urging lawmakers to establish a task force on artificial intelligence in education to advise districts on how to ensure that pupils and educators use the technology effectively without becoming overly reliant on it. The students serve on the General Assembly’s Youth Advisory Council Committee or COYAC — a joint committee…
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New Colorado laws cover AI disclosures, medical marijuana access and gambling limits
More than 100 new Colorado laws take effect Aug. 12, bringing changes to chatbot safety rules, psychedelic research, campus wellness checks and sports betting restrictions. Here is a look at some of those laws set to take effect. The law: House Bill 1263 What it does: Sponsored by Reps. Sean Camacho, D-Denver, and Javier Mabrey,…
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New Colorado laws going into effect cover AI disclosures, medical marijuana access and gambling limits
More than 100 new Colorado laws take effect Aug. 12, bringing changes to chatbot safety rules, psychedelic research, campus wellness checks and sports betting restrictions. Here is a look at some of those laws set to take effect. The law: House Bill 1263 What it does: Sponsored by Reps. Sean Camacho, D-Denver, and Javier Mabrey,…