Rep. Alex Valdez

The 2024 general appropriations act is amended to balance and make adjustments to the total amount appropriated to the department of a natural resources. The general fund, cash funds, federal funds portions of the appropriation are increased and reappropriated funds portion is decreased. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

The 2024 general appropriations act is amended to balance and make adjustments to the total amount appropriated to the department of public safety. The general fund and cash funds portions of the appropriation are increased and the reappropriated funds and federal funds portions are decreased. The 2023 general appropriations act is amended to balance and make adjustments to the total amount appropriated to the department of public safety. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

Maddy summarySB 25-111 is a funding bill that allocates additional state money for specific capital construction projects across Colorado state agencies and institutions. It directly affects departments like Corrections (upgrading facilities), Education (modernizing school buildings), Human Services (replacing fire systems), and higher education institutions (repairing campus infrastructure). The bill provides supplemental funds for concrete improvements such as elevator upgrades, security system replacements, roof repairs, and HVAC modernization at state facilities. This is a procedural budget measure focused solely on funding existing project plans, not creating new policies.

For money appropriated to the Colorado state university system for use by the Colorado state forest service to renovate and expand the seedling tree nursery, the act extends the spending authority through the 2026-27 state fiscal year. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

The general assembly recognizes that for the 2024-25 budget year, the actual funded pupil count is higher than anticipated when the appropriation was established in the 2024 legislative session for total program funding for the 2024-25 budget year. In addition, local property tax revenue and specific ownership tax revenue are lower than anticipated, resulting in a decrease in the local share of total program funding for the 2024-25 budget year. The act declares the general assembly's intent to increase the state share of districts' total program funding by $64,076,611 for the 2024-25 budget year. The act adjusts a repeal date for the total program reserve fund. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (not a law) passed by the Colorado legislature. It formally condemns President Trump's pardons of individuals convicted for participating in the January 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection, and also condemns the firing of FBI agents investigating the attack. The resolution expresses disapproval of actions it claims undermine the rule of law and the safety of Capitol officers. As a joint resolution, it has no legal effect and does not change any policies or directly affect any individuals.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) designating September 14-20, 2025, as "Co-Responder Units and Behavioral Health Crisis Professionals Week" in Colorado. It honors professionals who work alongside law enforcement in crisis situations involving mental health or substance use, recognizing their role in de-escalating emergencies and connecting individuals to resources like counseling and housing. The resolution expresses legislative appreciation for their service but does not create new laws, funding, or policy changes.

Maddy summarySJR 25-007 is a ceremonial resolution proclaiming February 14 as "Colorado Read to Your Child Day." It does not create new laws or allocate funding but aims to raise public awareness about the importance of reading aloud to children for early literacy development. The resolution cites research linking early reading exposure to future academic success and reduced educational disparities. This resolution directly affects Colorado residents by designating an annual observance to encourage family reading habits, without implementing any concrete policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a formal resolution recognizing February 2025 as Black History Month in Colorado. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of the significance of Black history and contributions to Colorado and the nation. The resolution references historical milestones, including Black laborers, community builders, and civil rights efforts in Colorado, to underscore the importance of this observance. It affects all Coloradans by formally designating the month for recognition and education.

Maddy summaryThis procedural resolution designates February 4 of each year as "Missing Persons Day" in Colorado. It formally recognizes the issue of missing persons through state-wide awareness, encouraging public support for families and law enforcement efforts without creating new legal requirements or funding. The resolution aligns with Colorado's existing AMBER Alert and Missing Indigenous Person Alert programs.