This week, our caucus fought hard against SB25-003, a fatally flawed and unconstitutional bill that creates a paywall to the Second Amendment. Despite multiple revisions and over 100 amendments drafted, this bill still fails to address personal and public safety, instead targeting law-abiding gun owners. SB25-003 adds unnecessary government bureaucracy, creates convoluted exemptions and training requirements, and does nothing to combat crime. It is a clear attempt to push a political agenda aimed at infringing upon our constitutional rights. As Coloradans have repeatedly rejected extreme gun control measures, we remain steadfast in defending our God-given rights and ensuring our laws protect responsible gun ownership. Stay engaged as we continue to fight for a Colorado that upholds the Constitution and safeguards the rights of its citizens.

Representative Caldwell

HB25-1230



Changes Violation Driver Overtaking School Bus



Passed 2nd Reading

Representative Johnson

SB25-039

Agricultural Buildings Exempt from Energy Use Requirements



Passed the House

Representative Soper

SB25-133

Colorado Voidable Transactions Act



Passed the House

Representative Weinberg

SB25-016



Updating Escrow Disbursement Practices



Passed the House

Representative Taggart

SJR25-009

Protection of Colorado's Public Lands



Passed the House

Representative Winter

SB25-067



Prosecution Fellowship Program Changes



Passed 2nd Reading

Representative Richardson

HB25-1298

Judicial Performance Commissions



Passed the House

Representative Pugliese

SB25-068

Municipal Utility Unclaimed Utility Deposit Program



Passed the House

Representatives Winter & Johnson

SJR25-012

March 17 Colorado Future Farmers of America Day



Passed the House

Representative Garcia-Sander

HB25-1210

Data Reporting Requirements for Kindergarten Through 12th Grade Schools



Passed the House

Representative Hartsook

H.001

Amended Marijuana Regulation Streamline





Passed the House

Representative Keltie

SB25-073

Military-Connected Children with Disabilities



Passed the Education Committee

Senate Bill 25-141

Municipal Government Exemption from Energy Code Requirements

Rep. Ty Winter - Prime Sponsor

This bill would exempt small towns (2,500 people or less) from costly state energy code mandates that they should not have to follow. These towns—like Mancos, Pagosa Springs, and Granby—would still have the choice to adopt energy codes but would not be forced to. This means fewer government regulations and more local control. No taxpayer money is needed for this bill, and it helps reduce burdens on small communities. If you believe small towns should have the freedom to make their own decisions, sign up to testify and make your voice heard!

This bill will be heard in the Transportation Committee on

Tuesday, March 25th

At 1:30 PM

House Bill 25-1287

Social Media Tools for Minor Users & Parents

Rep. Jarvis Caldwell - Prime Sponsor

This bill would require social media platforms to offer tools that help protect minors online, including parental controls, time limits, and safeguards against addictive features. It also mandates age verification for users and imposes restrictions on data collection and engagement-driven algorithms. While intended to address concerns about social media’s impact on youth mental health, this bill expands government control over private businesses and raises privacy concerns regarding mandatory age verification.

If you care about protecting kids online—or are concerned about government overreach into the free market—sign up to testify and make your voice heard!

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

Tuesday, March 25th

Upon Adjournment

House Bill 25-1146

Juvenile Detention Bed Cap

Rep. Dan Woog - Prime Sponsor

Right now, Colorado has a hard limit on juvenile detention beds—meaning many youth who should be held are instead released due to lack of space. This bill would raise the cap from 215 to 254 beds for FY 25-26 and set future caps based on actual population projections, ensuring detention centers have enough space to hold juveniles who pose a serious risk to public safety.



In 2021, Democrats cut detention beds from 327 to 215, forcing a catch-and-release system that fails victims and communities. We need to stop letting dangerous offenders back on the streets simply because of an arbitrary cap.

Make your voice heard—sign up to testify!

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

Wednesday, March 26th

At 1:30 PM

House Bill 25-1297

Health Insurance Affordability Enterprise Update



HB25-1297 is a terrible bill that will increase costs on hardworking Coloradans. If passed, it will allow the Insurance Commissioner to hike health insurance fees, which will be passed down to consumers in the form of higher premiums—potentially $800–$1,200 more per year for a family of four!

Colorado families are already struggling with the high cost of living, and this bill will only make things worse. Government subsidies have a long history of backfiring—just look at student loans, farm subsidies, and EV mandates. We cannot afford another failed government intervention that drives up costs and reduces competition.

Come testify and make your voice heard—Colorado families cannot afford this bill!

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

Wednesday, March 26th

At 1:30 PM

Senate Bill 25-063

Library Resource Decision Standard for Public Schools



SB25-063 is a direct attack on parental rights and local control, making it harder for communities to challenge inappropriate material in public school libraries. It silences most parents and taxpayers by limiting who can request a book review, discourages concerns by making requests public, and hands full authority to librarians instead of elected school boards. This bill prioritizes ideology over transparency and accountability—parents, not bureaucrats, should have the final say in their children’s education.

This bill will be heard in the Education Committee on

Wednesday, March 26th

Upon Adjournment

Senate Bill 25-085

Health-Related Research Test Subjects

SB25-085 is a bad bill because it opens the door for potential harm by removing liability for the transfer of test animals to shelters. While the intention is to save lives, the bill could lead to unintended consequences, including the potential for health risks to animals and the public if shelters are ill-equipped to handle these animals. By removing accountability, this bill could jeopardize both animal welfare and public safety. The safety and well-being of animals and communities should never be compromised.

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

Wednesday, March 26th

At 1:30 PM

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