Tag:Colorado Legislature

‘Free-Range Parenting’ Law Narrows Definition of Neglect

Colorado recently adopted a law narrowing the definition of child neglect to protect parents who take a "free-range" approach to childrearing.

Bill Introduced to Protect Injured Workers’ Mental Health Records

The speed with which bills are being signed into law is increasing — but the session isn’t over yet and bills continue to be introduced.

Fentanyl Prevention Bill Introduced

This week, legislators in the House introduced long awaited legislation addressing fentanyl use in the state.

House Introduces Bill to Create an Agricultural Workforce Services Program

Lawmakers introduced a bill that would create a Colorado Agricultural Workforce Services Program in the Department of Agriculture.

Election Security Bill Introduced

Senate Democrats introduced a bill this past week that takes aim at election security concerns that have been circulating the state.

Bill to Establish More Rights for Persons Protected by Conservatorships Introduced

Lawmakers introduced nine bills, including one that would establish more rights for people protected by a legal guardian or conservatorship.

Bill Introduced That Would Modify Civil Involuntary Commitment Laws

A bill was introduced this week that would make modifications to state laws around civil involuntary commitment.

Bill Requiring Elected Officials to Approve Public Health Orders During Epidemics Introduced

Lawmakers introduced a bill this week that would require elected officials to approve public health orders imposed in an epidemic.