Rep. Matt Soper

The act provides immunity from civil liability for damage or injury to persons or property, other than that which arises from gross negligence or willful and wanton misconduct, to a landowner who, in good faith and without compensation, allows access to the landowner's property for entry and exit in connection with an emergency. An emergency is a fire, a rescue call, a hazardous materials incident, a natural or human-caused disaster, or an incident reasonably determined to be an emergency by a first responder. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

The bill enacts the softbound volumes of the Colorado Revised Statutes 2024, the subsequent changes approved by the voters at the statewide election on November 5, 2024, and the 2024 Colorado Second Extraordinary Session Supplement as the positive and statutory law of the state of Colorado and establishes the effective date of said publication. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

Current law allows the use of the Colorado coordinate system of 1927 and the Colorado coordinate system of 1983 established by the national geodetic survey to state the geographic positions or locations of points on the surface of the earth within the state. The act allows the use of the most recent or a prior version of the state plane coordinate system for the same purpose. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution declares February 28, 2025, as Rare Disease Day in Colorado to raise awareness about rare diseases. It directly affects Colorado residents living with rare diseases - over 500,000 people - and their families, recognizing the challenges they face, including high medical costs and limited treatments. The resolution makes no new policy changes but symbolically honors those impacted by urging the state to "show our stripes" in solidarity. It references national statistics (e.g., 1 in 10 Americans affected) and the "zebra" awareness symbol for rare conditions, without creating any legal obligations or funding.

Maddy summaryHJR 25-1018 is a Colorado legislative resolution recognizing the service of Latina and Latino veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. It formally commends their contributions across military conflicts from the Revolutionary War through modern operations, highlighting historical units like the "Borinqueneers" and the American GI Forum. The resolution does not create new policies, benefits, or legal obligations - instead, it serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation. A copy will be sent to the American GI Forum of Colorado, as specified in the resolution.

Maddy summaryThis House Joint Resolution (HJR 25-1017) is a ceremonial resolution honoring the historical legacy of the 10th Mountain Division, a U.S. Army unit that trained at Camp Hale in Colorado during World War II. It recognizes the division’s combat service in the Italian Alps, its postwar conservation efforts by veterans through the 10th Mountain Division Hut Association, and President Biden’s 2022 designation of Camp Hale as a national monument. The resolution expresses the Colorado General Assembly’s appreciation for the division’s bravery and its enduring connection to Colorado’s history and landscape. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or obligations but serves to memorialize the unit’s contributions.

Maddy summaryHJR 25-1011 is a Colorado legislative resolution honoring Gold Star Families - those who have lost a family member in military service - by expressing the state's gratitude and respect for their sacrifice. It does not create new programs or benefits but symbolically recognizes these families through a formal statement from the Colorado General Assembly. The resolution directs copies to be sent to veterans' organizations including American Gold Star Mothers, Gold Star Wives, and Blue Star Mothers chapters across Colorado. This is a commemorative gesture without concrete policy changes or direct impact on affected individuals.

Maddy summaryThis House Joint Resolution (HJR 25-1015) is a symbolic resolution by the Colorado General Assembly honoring Korean War veterans. It formally recognizes the service of veterans who fought during the 1950-1953 Korean War, acknowledging that the conflict was historically called the "Forgotten War" but their sacrifices will now be remembered. The resolution does not create new laws or provide funding - it is a ceremonial statement of appreciation from Colorado's legislature. It directly affects Korean War veterans by publicly affirming their contributions to national defense.

Maddy summaryHJR 25-1014 is a non-binding resolution passed by the Colorado General Assembly to honor veterans who served in the Vietnam War. It specifically recognizes Colorado veterans' service, sacrifices, and post-war challenges, while expressing appreciation for their community contributions and leadership. The resolution encourages all Coloradans to remember these veterans' sacrifices and directs copies to state officials, veteran organizations, and Colorado's congressional delegation. As a commemorative resolution - not a law - it does not create new policies or benefits but serves as a formal expression of state recognition.

Maddy summaryHJR 25-1010 is a symbolic resolution designating Colorado's Military, Veterans, and POW/MIA Appreciation Day to honor active service members, veterans, and their families. It expresses legislative gratitude for military contributions, supports installations like Fort Carson, and encourages Coloradans to participate in annual celebrations. The resolution does not create new laws or programs but serves as a formal recognition of military service and sacrifice. It passed unanimously in both chambers of the Colorado legislature in early 2025.