Tag:Colorado lawmakers
Legislature
Bill Introduced Adding Gender Identity, Expression to Protected Classes in Colorado
Colorado lawmakers introduced a bill that would add gender identity and gender expression to the classes identified in bias-motivated crimes.
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News
Denver lawyer announces primary challenge to state Rep. Elisabeth Epps
Two Democrats are now challenging Rep. Elisabeth Epps in the primary next year for House District 6 as lawyer Sean Camacho announced his candidacy on Wednesday.
History
John Gunnell’s Legislative Legacy
In 1881, John Gunnell became the first Black state lawmaker. The Denver Republican faced intense opposition and racism while he served in the House.
Opinion
What’s In Store for the 2023 Colorado Legislative Session?
Brownstein shareholder Sarah Mercer and policy advisor Jia Meeks look ahead to the rest of the legislative session in Colorado, discussing bills we’ve already seen introduced and ones that may be coming soon.
Legislature
Victim Awareness Training for Judicial Staff, Extending the Office of Public Guardianship Bills Introduced
Lawmakers appear to be hitting a stride in the early stages of the session, introducing more than 200 bills so far.
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Legislature
Restricting Nondisclosure Agreements for Government Employees, Nongendered Bathroom Bills Introduced
Lawmakers introduced a bill requiring the new MMIR office liaison to report on violent or exploitative crimes against an Indigenous person.
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History
The Deal With the New Deal in Colorado
The New Deal was designed to stabilize the economy during the Great Depression but what did it mean for Colorado?
Legislature
Colorado Senate Minority Leader Chris Holbert Announces Resignation
Senate Minority Leader Chris Holbert on May 2 announced his resignation from the Colorado Senate effective May 31.