This week, the "Long Bill" or our state's budget was introduced and debated on the House floor. Our members were able to secure six amendments that align with the pressing needs of our constituents. Amidst our success, we were disappointed at the last-minute removal of Rep. Bradley’s amendment that would have added money to protect kids in school. The “Long Bill” is scheduled to be voted on for the final time in the House on Monday.

As we head into this holy weekend, our members want to wish you a blessed Easter!

Representative Pugliese

HB24-1340

Amendment

$2 million towards ninth grade success grant program



Amendment Adopted

Representative Hartsook

& Representative Holtorf

HB24-1340

Amendment

$1.0 million for the Veterans Service-to-Career Program

Amendment Adopted

Representative Catlin

HB24-1362

Measures to Incentivize Graywater Use



Passed the Agriculture, Water & Natural Resources Committee

Representative Bradfield

HB24-1340

Amendment

$6.1 million for senior services



Amendment Adopted

Representative Weinberg

HB24-1340

Amendment

$869,565 for the School Nurse Grant Program

Amendment Adopted

Representative Bradley

SB24-138

Repeal Colorado Department of Transportation 2011 Recommendation Requirement

Passed the Transportation, Housing & Local Government Committee

Representative Soper

HB24-1340

Amendment

$434,783 to the Colorado Access to Justice Cash Fund

Amendment Adopted

Representative Bradley

HB24-1340

Amendment

$200,000 for Department of Human Services

Amendment Adopted

Representative Weinberg

SB24-056

Out-of-State Snowmobile Permit & Search Rescue Fee

Passed the House



House Bill 24-1284

Pretrial Release for Repeat Violent Offenses

Rep. Gabe Evans - Prime Sponsor

If this bill passes, it requires a minimum bond of $7,500 for crimes of violence if certain conditions are met. This will act as a crime deterrent while still allowing courts to assess the seriousness of each offense and the risk each offender poses.

This bill will be heard in the Judiciary Committee on

Tuesday, April 2

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

House Bill 24-1371

More Uniform Local Massage Facilities Regulation

Rep. Anthony Hartsook - Prime Sponsor

This bill mandates background checks for all massage facility staff statewide, establishes licensing authorities in every county and municipality, bars individuals with certain criminal records from employment, allows for license suspension for non-compliance, promotes county-municipality cooperation, and exempts licensed massage therapists already subject to background checks.

This bill will be heard in the Transportation, Housing & Local Government Committee on

Tuesday, April 2

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

House Bill 24-1247

Digital Education Materials

Rep. Brandi Bradley - Prime Sponsor

If this bill passes, it will allow for increased transparency for parents. Starting July 1, 2024, contracts between public schools and digital education providers must include a clause allowing termination if harmful material is accessed three times, with procedures for reporting and removal, parental notification, disclosure of library contracts, and annual reporting of incidents to education committees.

This bill will be heard in the Education Committee on

Thursday, April 4

at 1:30 PM.

House Bill 24-1349

Firearms & Ammunition Excise Tax

This bill imposes an 11% excise tax on firearms dealers, manufacturers, and ammunition vendors, allowing the state to collect and spend all revenue generated, with exemptions only for certain sales and allocating funds to various programs, potentially burdening gun owners and industry while expanding government spending power.

This bill will be heard in the Finance Committee on

Monday, April 1

at 1:30 PM.

House Bill 24-1040

Gender-Affirming Health-Care Provider Study

If passed, this bill would potentially contribute to the harm of youth in Colorado by supporting gender-affirming treatments for minors, disregarding concerns about the long-term consequences and the need for cognitive development and coping skills in addressing gender dysphoria.

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

Tuesday, April 2

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

House Bill 24-1339

Disproportionately Impact Community Air Pollution

The bill proposes changes to the AQCC, increasing its membership to 11 members, including representation for disproportionately impacted communities and a "climate scientist."

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

Thursday, April 4

at 1:30 PM.

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