A new bill moving through the Colorado legislature aims to strengthen civil rights protections for immigrants by eliminating an affidavit requirement tied to drivers licenses and in-state tuition. Senate Bill 25-276, Protect Civil Rights Immigration Status, considers measures to prevent violating people’s civil rights in Colorado based on their immigration status. If passed, the bill […]
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House Bill 25-1178 foundered in Colorado Capitol, student seclusion remains legal
Over the past two months, Colorado legislators entertained a bill to end student seclusion in schools. On Feb. 10, Colorado Springs representative Dr. Regina English introduced bill 25-1178 to the Colorado House, aiming to ban seclusion as a behavioral mitigation tactic. English introduced a similar bill in 2024, which was suspended when it became clear […]
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New law mandates free menstrual products in Colorado public schools
In a significant move toward ensuring menstrual equity, Colorado has enacted a new law that requires public schools to provide free menstrual products to students. Signed into law by Governor Jared Polis in June, House Bill 24-1164 marks a pivotal step in addressing period poverty and breaking down the stigma surrounding menstruation. Senator Janet Buckner, […]
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Colorado regulates sodium nitrite sales
In efforts to combat the rising trend of sodium nitrite used in suicides, particularly among young people, Colorado House Bill 24-1081 (HB24-1081), signed into law by Governor Jared Polis in April, regulates the sale of sodium nitrite in Colorado. The legislation, driven by personal stories of loss and community advocacy efforts, aims to prevent chemical […]