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Introduced
02/10/2026
02/10/2026
In Committee
03/05/2026
03/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The bill prohibits the state, a county, a municipality, a city and county, a district, or other political subdivision of the state (governmental entity) from issuing or renewing a building permit, construction permit, or contractor's license unless the applicant has first filed with the governmental entity's licensing authority or permitting agency a signed declaration verifying that the applicant, the general contractor, and every subcontractor at any tier either maintains valid workers' compensation insurance coverage or has rejected such coverage. An applicant shall provide proof of the workers' compensation insurance coverage or proof of rejection of coverage through filing specified documents. Prior to commencing any work under a building or construction permit, a general contractor or permit holder shall ensure that every subcontractor at any tier and any person performing work under the permit has provided proof of workers' compensation insurance coverage or proof of rejection of coverage. If at any time the governmental entity's licensing authority or permitting agency finds that a violation of the bill has occurred, the governmental entity's licensing authority or permitting agency shall revoke or suspend any building permit, construction permit, or contractor's license issued to that contractor. The director of the division of workers' compensation is authorized to adopt rules to implement the bill, including procedures for electronic verification of coverage, reporting requirements, and coordination with licensing authorities and permitting agencies.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that governmental entities, such as the state, counties, and municipalities, cannot issue or renew building permits, construction permits, or contractor's licenses unless the applicant first provides a signed declaration confirming that they, the general contractor, and all subcontractors have either valid workers' compensation insurance or have formally rejected such coverage. Applicants must submit proof of this coverage or rejection, which can include a certificate of insurance, a self-insurance permit, or an approved rejection of coverage form. Before any work begins, the general contractor or permit holder is responsible for ensuring all individuals working under the permit have provided this proof, and they must retain these records for the project's duration. If a governmental entity discovers a violation, it must revoke or suspend the contractor's permit or license until compliance is achieved and any penalties are resolved. The director of the division of workers' compensation is empowered to create rules for implementing these requirements, including electronic verification of coverage and reporting procedures.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Senate Committee on Business, Labor, & Technology Refer Amended to Appropriations (on 03/05/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/SB26-093 |
| Senate Business, Labor, & Technology Amendment L.003 | https://leg.colorado.gov/bill_amendments/18239/download |
| Senate Business, Labor, & Technology Amendment L.002 | https://leg.colorado.gov/bill_amendments/18240/download |
| Fiscal Note FN1 | https://leg.colorado.gov/bill_files/112829/download |
| BillText | https://leg.colorado.gov/bill_files/111696/download |
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