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About this Weekly Policy Brief
This brief is your source for the latest updates on legislation and policies impacting the Rocky Mountain Partnership's priorities. It's not just about staying informed – we want to equip you to understand and engage with the legislative landscape.
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Colorado lawmakers are beginning to tackle major housing bills, including occupancy limitations. READ MORE | |
State lawmakers are pushing for a pilot program that would provide cash assistance to people leaving Colorado prisons if they agree to participate in a workforce development program. READ MORE | |
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Question of the Week
What bills are you keeping a close eye on this legislative session?
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Almost 400 bills have been introduced so far during this legislative session. Check out the bills RMP is monitoring in alignment with our priorities below.
As we mentioned in the kickoff email, we aim to provide education, awareness, and essential information about the legislation and policy most impacting RMP's priorities. By doing so, we hope to empower you with the information you need to take action that is most meaningful and impactful to your organization.
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New Bills We Are Keeping an Eye On | |
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SB24-106: Right to Remedy Construction Defects
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SB24-109: Continue Colorado Veterans' Service-to-Career Program
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SB24-110: Medicaid Prior Authorization Prohibition
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SB24-112: Construction Defect Action Procedures
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SB24-115: Mental Health Professionals Practice Requirements
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SB24-119: Term Abandonment for Federal Classification Juvenile
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SB24-120: Updates to the Crime Victim Compensation Act
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SB24-122: Empowerment Scholarship Accounts
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SB24-125: Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children
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SB24-141: Out-of-State Telehealth Providers
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SB24-143: Credential Quality Apprenticeship Classification
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SB24-146: Tax Credit for Qualified Renter
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HB24-1095: Increasing Protections for Minor Workers
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HB24-1210: Higher Education Longitudinal Data System Report Deadline
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HB24-1214: Community Crime Victims Funding
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HB24-1216: Supports for Youth in Juvenile Justice System
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Bills Being Heard in Committee Next Week | |
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Monday, February 12
Senate Education
Time: 1:30 PM
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SB24-017: Distribution of State Share of District Total Program
House Finance
Time: 1:30 PM
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Tuesday, February 13
House Health & Human Services
Time: Upon Adjournment
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HB24-1115: Prescription Drug Label Accessibility
House Judiciary
Time: 1:30 PM
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HB24-1122: Protection Orders for Victims of Crimes
Senate Business, Labor & Technology
Time: 2:00 PM
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SB24-104: Career & Technical Education & Apprenticeships
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Wednesday, February 14
Senate Health & Human Services
Time: Upon Adjournment
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SB24-073: Maximum Number of Employees to Qualify as Small Employer
House Education
Time: Upon Adjournment
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HB24-1049: School Mental Health Professional Loan Repayment Program
House Health & Human Services
Time: 1:30 PM
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HB24-1176: Behavioral Health Grant for Capital Project
House Transportation, Housing & Local Government
Time: 1:30 PM
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HB24-1098: Cause Required for Eviction of Residential Tenant
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Thursday, February 15
Senate Business, Labor, & Technology
Time: Upon Adjournment
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SB24-048: Substance Use Disorders Recovery
Senate Local Government & Housing
Time: Upon Adjournment
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SB24-097: Property Tax Distraint Sale Mobile Home
Senate Health & Human Services
Time: 1:30 PM
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SB24-015: Licensed Professional Counselors in Communities
House Business Affairs & Labor
Time: 1:30 PM
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HB24-1095: Increasing Protections for Minor Workers
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HB24-1004: Ex-Offenders Practice in Regulated Occupations
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Out of Committee and Headed to the Floor | |
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SCR24-001: Child Sexual Abuse Accountability Amendment
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HB24-1214: Community Crime Victims Funding
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Bills That Have Successfully Passed in One Chamber | |
Education Corner: Bill of the Week | |
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SB24-143: Credential Quality Apprenticeship Classification
Careerwise Colorado has introduced a bill for evaluating and recognizing the quality of nondegree credentials in Colorado.
What would the bill do?
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Establish a framework for assessing quality nondegree credentials, and require the Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE) to work with various agencies to integrate this framework into the state's education and workforce systems
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Study and make recommendations about adopting the international standard classification of education (ISCED) as the state's framework for classifying nondegree credentials and its application in Colorado's education and workforce systems
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Requires CDHE to align stackable credential pathways with ISCED equivalency levels, and the Colorado Office of Future of Work to do this for registered apprenticeship programs
How can I learn more about this bill?
Click the button below to view the bill.
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A quick update on bills previously highlighted...
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The Recovery Friendly Workplace bill (SB24-048) is being heard in the Senate Business, Labor, & Technology Committee on Thursday, February 15
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LEARN
Take a deep dive into the bills that are most meaningful and impactful to you. Click the button below to view RMP's State Bill Tracker.
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WRITE
Write a letter sharing your thoughts about the bills most meaningful and impactful to you Click the button below to download our letter template.
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SHARE
Talk directly to legislators about the bills most meaningful and impactful to you by testifying at the statehouse. Click the button below to learn more.
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Regional, State, and National Policy and News Roundup | |
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RTD seeks input on needs and experiences of families who use RTD services
Beginning in September 2023, RTD launched a Zero Fare for Youth Pilot Program. Over the course of the next year (September 2023 through August 2024), youth aged 6 to 19 years can use all RTD services completely free of charge. During this time, RTD is hoping to learn about the needs and experiences of families who may be using RTD services during the Zero Fare for Youth Pilot Program.
The survey is entirely voluntary, and RTD is offering the chance to win a $25 King Soopers gift card for up to 20 participants.
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Polis Administration Announces First Recipients of Proposition 123 Land Banking Funds
The recipients announced are projected to create an estimated 1,380 housing units across the state, including housing for at-risk young adults and people transitioning out of homelessness.
A total of $25,340,000 will be awarded to 16 recipients, who will be required to complete statutory milestones over coming years including achieving proper zoning, finalizing development plans, and securing development funding and permits.
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Colorado leads the nation in college-educated residents, but gaps remain
Colorado leads the nation in the percentage of residents who have some type of college-level education, with 62.9% having a certificate, certification, or degree, according to a new report.
That’s the big takeaway from the latest Lumina Foundation’s A Stronger Nation report, which tracks post-high school educational attainment of residents across the country.
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The Latest on Education & Workforce: Five Recent State Reports
Over the last month, several state agencies have published reports critical to understanding education and workforce in Colorado. Often produced in response to legislation, these reports provide key information to help us understand our state’s needs and how our education and training system supports those needs.
Learn about the reports and why you might want to check them out below.
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About the Rocky Mountain Partnership | | |
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Rocky Mountain Partnership (RMP) is a group of leaders and community members who are WORKING TOGETHER to ensure that every young person across our region has the opportunity to embark on a successful journey toward economic and social advancement.
Guided by a globally recognized framework and data, we strive to create impactful, large-scale solutions. We break down silos within existing efforts, optimize regional resources, and advance impactful policies and strategies.
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