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in committee · Colorado · House Apr 14, 2026

HR 8274: Improving Retirement Security for Family Caregivers Act of 2026

This bill allows family caregivers who work less than 500 paid hours but provide over 500 hours of unpaid care to contribute the maximum amount to a Roth IRA without income limits. It directly affects unpaid caregivers of children or adults with special needs who are unemployed or severely underemployed. The law defines caregiving tasks to include daily activities like bathing, medication management, and transportation, and applies to taxable years starting after December 31, 2026.
Brittany Pettersen (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Apr 14, 2026

HR 8273: Catching Up Family Caregivers Act of 2026

This bill allows unpaid family caregivers to make additional retirement contributions to their Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) without being subject to the usual age restrictions. To qualify, an individual must provide at least 500 hours of unpaid care for a child or an adult with special needs while working fewer than 500 hours of paid employment in the same year. The law defines caregiving tasks to include daily activities like bathing, medication management, and transportation, and permits employers to accept a caregiver's written statement as proof of their status. These changes would take effect for retirement years beginning after December 31, 2026, helping family members who dedicate significant time to caring for relatives save for retirement.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill supports family caregivers by allowing additional retirement contributions, indirectly strengthening healthcare support systems for those providing essential care services.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands retirement benefits for unpaid family caregivers, supporting worker benefits and protecting those who balance caregiving with limited employment.75% confidence
Brittany Pettersen (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Apr 14, 2026

HR 8257: Small County PILT Parity Act

The Small County PILT Parity Act amends the federal Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) program, which provides payments to local governments containing tax-exempt federal lands. This bill directly affects small counties and other local governments with low populations that receive these federal payments. It revises the formula for calculating PILT payments by lowering the minimum population threshold for the smallest payment category from 4,999 to 499. Additionally, the bill replaces the entire payment schedule, adjusting the per-person amounts local governments receive based on their population size, with new rates for various population brackets starting from 500.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases federal PILT payments to small counties by lowering population threshold, strengthening local government funding for areas with tax-exempt federal lands.75% confidence
Jeff Hurd (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · Senate Apr 14, 2026

S 3597: National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2026

The National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2026 reauthorizes and expands federal efforts to advance quantum information science, engineering, and technology through 2034. The bill establishes new workforce development programs, including quantum education initiatives, traineeships, and a Quantum Reskilling, Education, and Workforce Coordination Hub to address talent needs. It creates an International Quantum Cooperation Strategy to foster partnerships with allies and addresses quantum supply chain vulnerabilities through mapping and planning efforts. The act includes specific funding allocations for quantum research centers, testbeds, and post-quantum cryptography development, with annual evaluations required to assess program effectiveness. The legislation directly affects federal agencies, research institutions, and the quantum industry by providing structured funding and coordination for quantum technology advancement.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes workforce development programs including quantum education, traineeships, and reskilling hub to address talent needs, directly supporting employment standards and workforce development.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill reauthorizes federal quantum research funding and creates workforce programs to advance quantum technology development, directly supporting tech innovation.92% confidence
Todd Young (R) · 19 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · Senate Apr 14, 2026

S 2378: SAFEGUARDS Act of 2025

The SAFEGUARDS Act of 2025 ensures that revenue from the 9/11 Security Fee (paid by airline passengers) is used exclusively for aviation security, ending its diversion to other government purposes by 2027. It creates two dedicated funds: the Aviation Security Capital Fund (receiving $250 million annually through 2025, then $500 million annually starting in 2026) for general security improvements, and the Aviation Security Checkpoint Technology Fund (receiving $250 million annually starting in 2026) specifically for security screening technology like baggage scanners and exit lanes. The bill requires the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to collect sufficient fees to fund these amounts and allows retroactive grants for security technology projects implemented since 2023. This directly affects TSA operations, airports, and passenger fees, with no new taxes or fees imposed.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates dedicated funding for aviation security from 9/11 fees, preventing diversion and ensuring fiscal responsibility through specific budget allocation.92% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates dedicated $250M annual fund specifically for 'Aviation Security Checkpoint Technology' improvements, directly funding technology applications in security systems.95% confidence
Jerry Moran (R) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · Senate Apr 13, 2026

SJRES 162: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Bulletin 2015-07 re: in-person collection of consumer debt".

This joint resolution seeks to overturn a Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection rule that would remove a previous regulation about in-person debt collection practices. If passed, it would prevent the Bureau from withdrawing the 2015 guidelines that govern how collectors interact with consumers face-to-face. The measure requires congressional approval to allow the agency to make this regulatory change, effectively keeping the existing rules in place. It directly affects the Bureau's authority to modify consumer financial protection standards and impacts debt collectors operating under those guidelines.
John W. Hickenlooper (D)
in committee · Colorado · House Apr 9, 2026

HJRES 155: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to "William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program".

This bill seeks to block a specific rule issued by the Department of Education that affects the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program. If passed, it would prevent the rule from taking effect, meaning the proposed changes to federal student loans would not be implemented. The measure uses a legislative process known as a joint resolution of disapproval to override agency regulations. It directly impacts students, families, and institutions that rely on federal student loans by stopping the Department of Education from enforcing the new policy.
Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill blocks federal student loan program changes, potentially limiting educational access and financial support for students75% confidence
Joe Courtney (D) · 68 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 8241: Power for the People Act of 2026

The Power for the People Act of 2026 requires the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to create a special approval process for data centers, which are defined as facilities using more than 50 megawatts of electricity. Under this system, data centers must offset their energy consumption by bringing their own clean power sources to the grid or agreeing to flexible power usage that can be reduced when needed. The bill also directs states to establish separate electricity rates for data centers so these facilities pay their full share of grid upgrade costs rather than spreading those expenses across all customers. Additionally, the legislation mandates that data center construction use prevailing wages and registered apprenticeship programs, while requiring greater transparency in how data center energy demands are forecasted and approved.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill requires data centers to offset energy consumption with clean power or flexible usage, promoting renewable energy and grid stability.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill requires data centers to offset energy consumption with clean power or flexible usage, promoting renewable energy and reducing grid strain.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes sustainable energy infrastructure for data centers, supporting technology's environmental responsibility and long-term viability through clean power requirements.75% confidence
Paul Tonko (D) · 27 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 8236: Designating Hamas Affiliates in America Act of 2026

This bill directs the U.S. Treasury Department to designate the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist, which would block all U.S. assets belonging to CAIR and its affiliates and prohibit Americans from engaging in any financial transactions with the organization. The legislation also requires the Treasury Secretary to suspend CAIR's tax-exempt status under federal law. These actions are based on provisions in Executive Order 13224 that allow the government to restrict support for designated terrorist organizations. The bill includes a requirement for federal agencies to submit a detailed report to Congress within 30 days explaining the legal criteria used to justify the designation.
Chip Roy (R) · 16 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 8234: Save Money, Save Lives Act

The Save Money, Save Lives Act removes a budget neutrality requirement that previously limited certain Medicaid demonstration projects. This change directly affects state and local health programs that use Section 1115 waivers to test innovative healthcare delivery methods. By repealing the specific budget neutrality provision, the bill allows these programs to operate without the strict financial constraints that were previously in place. The legislation also rescinds the funding that had been set aside for enforcing this requirement.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill removes budget neutrality restrictions on Medicaid programs, allowing expanded healthcare delivery methods and supporting public health services.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill removes budget neutrality restrictions on Medicaid demonstration projects, allowing innovative healthcare delivery methods to operate without financial constraints, thus strengthening healthcare programs.85% confidence
Brittany Pettersen (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Colorado · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 8213: Defending Women in the Workplace Act

This bill amends Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to clarify that protections against sex discrimination do not extend to gender identity. It directly affects employers, employees, and individuals involved in workplace discrimination claims by explicitly excluding gender identity from the definition of sex-based discrimination. The key provision is a rule of construction that interprets existing federal law in a specific way, rather than creating new protections or restrictions. This change would limit the scope of federal sex discrimination claims to biological sex rather than including gender identity as a protected category.
Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBill restricts workplace protections by excluding gender identity from sex discrimination claims, limiting employee rights under Title VII.90% confidence
Sheri Biggs (R) · 15 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Apr 6, 2026

HR 8206: Homeland Security and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026

This bill, titled the Homeland Security and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026, provides funding for the Department of Homeland Security and extends certain continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2026. It allocates money for various DHS components including border security, immigration enforcement, cybersecurity, disaster relief, and law enforcement training. The bill also includes the SAVE America Act, which requires states to verify voter citizenship through documentary proof and mandates photo identification for voting in federal elections. Additionally, it establishes reporting requirements for DHS budgeting and oversight, and prohibits certain border crossing fees.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides funding for DHS and extends appropriations, directly supporting budget allocation for government programs.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill allocates funding for border security and immigration enforcement, indicating support for restrictive immigration policies.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill allocates funding for cybersecurity within DHS, which strengthens technology security infrastructure and protects digital systems.75% confidence
Chip Roy (R) · 8 co-sponsors
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