Bill > SB139

This bill proposes several significant changes to Colorado state law, primarily focused on reducing grocery and utility bills. The key provisions include adding nuclear energy to the definitions of "clean energy" and "clean energy resource", which would recognize nuclear power as a carbon-free electricity source and potentially support its development in the state. The bill also repeals several previously enacted fees and regulations, including the 10-cent paper carryout bag fee, retail delivery fees, special sales taxes on nicotine products, energy assistance system benefit charges, and confinement standards for egg-laying hens. By removing these fees and regulations, the bill aims to reduce costs for consumers and businesses. Additionally, the bill makes numerous technical amendments to align various state statutes with the removal of these fees and regulations. The legislative declaration emphasizes that nuclear energy is currently the largest source of carbon-free electricity in the United States, has a high capacity factor, and could help Colorado maintain a reliable and stable electric grid while potentially lowering energy costs for residents.

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https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/sb25-139