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Introduced
04/13/2026
04/13/2026
In Committee
04/13/2026
04/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
26-1008 CONCERNING SUPPORTING THE TAXPAYER'S BILL OF RIGHTS, AND, IN CONNECTION THEREWITH, AFFIRMING TAXPAYER CONSENT AND BALLOT TRANSPARENCY AND CONDEMNING PRACTICES THAT CIRCUMVENT VOTER APPROVAL.
AI Summary
This resolution reaffirms support for the Taxpayer Bill of Rights (TABOR), a 1992 Colorado constitutional amendment designed to ensure taxpayers are involved in major fiscal decisions and that government spending is transparent and accountable. TABOR requires voter consent for tax increases, debt, and policy changes that increase revenue, and mandates clear information be provided to voters on ballots and election notices to allow for informed decisions. The resolution condemns practices that undermine these requirements by obscuring fiscal information or circumventing voter approval, emphasizing that ballot measures must accurately disclose their financial impact to uphold the principles of taxpayer consent and fiscal accountability.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
House State, Civic, Military, & Veterans Affairs Hearing (13:30:00 4/20/2026 Room LSB-A) (on 04/20/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/HR26-1008 |
| BillText | https://leg.colorado.gov/bill_files/114526/download |
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