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Introduced
03/10/2026
03/10/2026
In Committee
03/10/2026
03/10/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/06/2026
04/06/2026
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The state constitution authorizes specified charitable organizations to conduct the games of chance of bingo and raffles and requires a charitable organization to meet the following qualifications in order to conduct games of chance: ! Pay an annual fee and obtain a license from the secretary of state; ! Have been in continuous existence for the 5 years preceding license application and have dues-paying membership engaged in carrying out its charitable purpose during that 5-year period; ! Use the net proceeds from any game of chance solely for the lawful purposes of the charitable organization; and ! Have a bona fide member of the charitable organization operate or manage the game without compensation. The concurrent resolution repeals from the state constitution these requirements for and limitations on conducting games of chance and directs the general assembly to establish the specific requirements for charitable organizations to conduct games of chance.
AI Summary
This concurrent resolution proposes an amendment to the state constitution that would remove existing, specific requirements and limitations on how charitable organizations can conduct games of chance, such as bingo and raffles. Currently, the constitution mandates that these organizations must pay an annual fee, be in existence for five years with an active membership, use net proceeds solely for their charitable purposes, and have a volunteer member manage the games. Instead of these detailed rules, the resolution directs the state legislature (the general assembly) to create new laws that will establish the specific requirements and oversight for charitable gaming. This amendment will be put to a vote of the registered electors on November 3, 2026, and will become part of the constitution if at least 55% of the voters approve it.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
House Committee on State, Civic, Military, & Veterans Affairs Postpone Indefinitely (on 04/06/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/HCR26-1001 |
| House State, Civic, Military, & Veterans Affairs Amendment L.003 | https://leg.colorado.gov/bill_amendments/19012/download |
| House State, Civic, Military, & Veterans Affairs Amendment L.002 | https://leg.colorado.gov/bill_amendments/19010/download |
| House State, Civic, Military, & Veterans Affairs Amendment L.001 | https://leg.colorado.gov/bill_amendments/19009/download |
| Fiscal Note Initial Fiscal Note | https://leg.colorado.gov/bill_files/113487/download |
| BillText | https://leg.colorado.gov/bill_files/113135/download |
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