SB26-021: Clean Fleet Enterprise Truck Replacement (Sent to Governor)
The Clean Fleet Enterprise — a TABOR-exempt government body that collects fees outside voter-approved revenue limits — gained authority to fund replacement of pre-2009 heavy-duty diesel trucks through 2031. The House passed it 48-16 on April 2. All 16 no votes came from Republicans. The Senate concurred April 6. Senators Mullica and Simpson sponsor the bill.
SB26-053: CHFA Mortgage Expansion for Law Enforcement and First Responders (Sent to Governor)
The Colorado Housing and Finance Authority expanded its government-backed mortgage program to include POST-certified peace officers and first responders. CHFA uses state-backed financing to offer below-market loans. The House passed it 51-13. The Senate concurred April 6. Senators Kirkmeyer and Mullica sponsor the bill.
HB26-1044: Maternal Health Requirements
Physicians and nurses must complete cultural competency training as part of their continuing medical education under HB26-1044. Birthing facilities must provide patients written information about their rights upon request. The Department of Public Health and Environment gains authority to expand maternal health surveys. The Senate passed it 30-5 on April 6. The bill returned to the House for consideration of amendments. Representatives English and Joseph sponsor the bill.
HB26-1263: Conversational AI Service Requirements
Operators of conversational artificial intelligence services face new state requirements under HB26-1263. The bill imposes disclosure and operational mandates on AI services that interact with users. It passed House second reading April 6 after amendment by the Business Affairs and Labor Committee. Representatives Camacho and Mabrey sponsor the bill.
HB26-1130: Diaper Changing Station Mandate
Public restrooms accessible to the public must include baby diaper changing stations under HB26-1130. Representatives Story and Jackson sponsor the bill, with Senators Cutter and Jodeh on the Senate side.
HB26-1071: Automated Vehicle Identification Systems on Interstates
Local governments gain authority to place automated vehicle identification systems on interstate highways under HB26-1071. It passed House second reading April 6. Representatives Mauro and Duran sponsor the bill.
HB26-1196: Tenant Data Requirements
Landlords and property managers face new requirements around tenant data collection and disclosure under HB26-1196. The bill adds government-imposed data handling obligations to the rental market. Representatives English and Joseph sponsor the bill.
HB26-1255: Social Media Platform Reporting Mandates
Social media platforms must report to local law enforcement when a user posts content threatening imminent harm, expresses intent to commit a crime, or attempts to entice someone to commit a crime. Platforms must also provide law enforcement a streamlined process to submit search warrants. The bill imposes stricter timelines than SB26-011, signed by the Governor in March, and authorizes the Attorney General to levy penalties up to $250,000. Representative Story and Senator Cutter sponsor the bill.
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