This past week, we saw the majority continue to appease their base while failing to address the real issues Coloradans are facing. Our caucus remains focused on the things that are affecting citizens across the state: affordability, public safety, and education. Although we are in the minority, we are fighting every day to ensure your voice is heard. We have and will continue to stand up for all Coloradans this legislative session.

-Minority Leader Rose Pugliese

Colorado House Republicans

HB24-1079 - Amend. L.013

Amendment to change name of proposed law to honor convicted felon

Amendment Rejected

Finance Committee Republicans

HB24-1169

Repeal Divest from Companies with Israel Prohibitions Law

Rejected in Committee

Representative Taggart

HB24-1119

Multi-State Tax Filing System for Insurance Taxes

Passed the House



Representative Frizell

HB24-1056

Issuance of Treasurer's Deeds



Passed the House

Representative Soper

HB24-1125

Issuance of Treasurer's Deeds

Passed in Finance Committee

Representative Bradfield

HB24-1252

Sunset Suicide Prevention Commission

Passed in Health & Human Services Committee

Representative Catlin

HB24-1257 

Sunset Natural Areas Council

Passed the House

Representative Hartsook

HB24-1156

 Chamber of Commerce Alcohol Special Event Permit

Passed the House

Representative Weinberg

HB24-1154

Institute Charter Schools & Bond Indebtedness

Passed in Education Committee



House Bill 24-1306

Increase Penalty Possession of Synthetic Opiates

Rep. Mike Lynch - Prime Sponsor

The bill, proposes an increase in the criminal penalty for possession of synthetic opiates in the state of Colorado, making it a level 4 drug felony effective July 1, 2024, and removing provisions that allowed for a level 1 drug misdemeanor if a defendant demonstrated a reasonable mistake of fact regarding the substance's composition. This change is aimed at addressing the severity of synthetic opiate-related offenses and enhancing public safety.

This bill will be heard in the Judiciary Committee on

Wednesday, March 6

at 1:30 PM.

House Bill 24-1261

Civil Remedies to Prevent Human Trafficking

Rep. Scott Bottoms - Prime Sponsor

The "Battling to Restore, Advocate, and Vanquish Exploitation (BRAVE) Act of 2024" (HB24-1261) in Colorado is good because it empowers qualified nonprofit organizations to initiate civil litigation against human traffickers, creating a parallel avenue for justice and reparations, fostering collaboration between nonprofits and law enforcement, and ensuring comprehensive support for survivors through the establishment of the Human Trafficking Prevention and Aftercare Services Fund.

This bill will be heard in the State, Civic, Military, & Veterans Affairs Committee on

Thursday, March 7

upon adjournment (typically around 10:00/10:30 AM).

House Bill 24-1284

Pretrial Release for Repeat Violent Offenses

Rep. Gabe Evans - Prime Sponsor

This bill is beneficial as it aims to enhance public safety by restricting the pretrial release of certain criminal defendants accused of committing violent offenses, ensuring that individuals with a history of violence or facing multiple charges for violent crimes are not released on unsecured personal recognizance bonds and imposing reasonable monetary conditions.

This bill will be heard in the State, Civic, Military, & Veterans Affairs Committee on

Tuesday, March 5

upon adjournment (typically around 10:00/10:30 AM).

House Bill 24-1330

Air Quality Permitting

This bill, poses significant concerns as it permits the construction or alteration of structures creating air pollution sources without initially requiring construction permits for new indirect air pollution sources until regulations are established, potentially compromising air quality standards and environmental well-being.

This bill will be heard in the Energy & Environment Committee on

Thursday, March 7

upon adjournment (typically around 10:00/10:30 AM).

House Bill 24-1028

Overdose Prevention Centers

This bill is the rejected idea of "safe" injection sites rebranded to provide the illusion it is a good idea. These policies only add fuel to the fire that is rising crime in our state. The opioid epidemic will only be worsened with these ill-thought-out measures.

This bill will be heard in the Health & Human Services Committee on

Wednesday, March 6

at 1:30 PM.

House Bill 24-1174

Concealed Carry Permits & Training

This bill attacks Coloradans' Second Amendment rights by imposing burdensome and unnecessary requirements for obtaining concealed carry permits, including in-person training classes, extensive coursework, and additional fees, ultimately leading to increased financial and logistical obstacles for law-abiding citizens wishing to exercise their right to bear arms.

This bill will be heard in the Finance Committee on

Monday, March 4

at 1:30 PM.

It seems like the term "decorum" only applies to some members and not others. Watch our latest video on the "decorum" (or lack thereof) that went on this past week on the House floor.

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