summary
Introduced
02/25/2026
02/25/2026
In Committee
03/31/2026
03/31/2026
Crossed Over
03/12/2026
03/12/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Statutory Revision Committee. The bill amends the statutory requirements for the ballot information booklet (booklet) to conform with modern drafting practices and to remove antiquated and redundant language from the booklet's required text. The bill also repeals obsolete provisions regarding transfers to and from the ballot information publication and distribution revolving fund in state fiscal year 2007-08 through state fiscal year 2010-11.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the "Modernization of Requirements for Ballot Information Booklet," aims to update the existing laws governing the content and format of the ballot information booklet, a publication that provides voters with details about proposed ballot measures. The key changes involve updating language to reflect modern drafting standards and removing outdated or repetitive text. Specifically, it mandates that individuals submitting comments on ballot measures must provide their name and any organizational affiliations, replacing the previous gender-specific phrasing with gender-neutral language. Additionally, it modifies how information about issue committees that support or oppose ballot measures is presented within the booklet's analysis section, ensuring it includes relevant details. The bill also repeals obsolete provisions related to a specific fund for the booklet's publication and distribution during fiscal years 2007-08 through 2010-11, as these are no longer relevant.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (9)
Michael Carter (D)*,
Cecelia Espenoza (D)*,
Tony Exum (D)*,
Stephanie Luck (R)*,
Brandi Bradley (R),
James Coleman (D),
Monica Duran (D),
Eliza Hamrick (D),
Jacqueline Phillips (D),
Last Action
Senate Third Reading Passed - No Amendments (on 04/07/2026)
Official Document
bill text
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/HB26-1293 |
| BillText | https://leg.colorado.gov/bill_files/114211/download |
| BillText | https://leg.colorado.gov/bill_files/114146/download |
| BillText | https://leg.colorado.gov/bill_files/113041/download |
| BillText | https://leg.colorado.gov/bill_files/112996/download |
| Fiscal Note FN1 | https://leg.colorado.gov/bill_files/112692/download |
| BillText | https://leg.colorado.gov/bill_files/112621/download |
Loading...