Bill > HB1241

This bill requires owners and operators of stationary sources (buildings, facilities, or installations that emit air pollutants) to maintain and publicly share their emissions records online. Specifically, the bill mandates that these entities create and maintain digital records detailing the nature and amount of air pollutants they release, and make these records downloadable through a link on their public website. The records must be updated monthly and can be partially redacted to protect confidential business information. The Department of Public Health and Environment is also required to provide a link on its website directing the public to these individual emissions records. The bill's legislative declaration emphasizes the importance of public transparency, noting that Colorado has experienced high levels of air pollution and that the current practice of making records available only upon request is insufficient. The bill stems from a 2023 EPA disapproval of Colorado's state implementation plan and is motivated by the belief that people have a right to know about pollutants being emitted into the air they breathe. Violations of the record-keeping and accessibility requirements could result in civil penalties of up to $47,357 per day, and the act will take effect after the standard 90-day legislative period, with potential referendum subject to voter approval in November 2026.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/hb25-1241