Bill > SB055

This bill introduces several key provisions to enhance youth involvement in environmental justice. Specifically, it amends the composition of the Environmental Justice Advisory Board by increasing its membership from twelve to fourteen members and mandating the inclusion of a youth representative. The youth member, who must be between 14 and 22 years old, will initially serve as a non-voting member for one year before becoming a voting member. Additionally, the bill requires the Colorado Energy Office to develop and publish best practices for adopting clean energy resources in schools by December 31, 2025. These best practices must include descriptions of clean energy resources, recommended providers, available financing sources, and resources to help students develop proposals for clean energy adoption in their schools. The bill also includes a fiscal appropriation of $5,042 to the Department of Public Health and Environment for environmental justice program costs in the 2025-26 fiscal year. The legislation aims to provide younger generations with a more direct voice in environmental policy-making and support their engagement in sustainable energy initiatives.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/sb25-055