School Safety Bill Defeated – Nuke Bill Lives (for now)

by Senate GOP | Feb 15, 2022 | Press Release

DENVER – This evening, Senate Bill 22-101 was defeated in the Colorado Senate State, Veterans, and Military Affairs Committee while Senate Bill 22-073 was laid over for action only. — Senate Bill 22-101, sponsored by Senator Jim Smallwood (R-Parker), would have...

Liston: Seniors and veterans deserve a tax break

by Senate GOP | Feb 10, 2022 | Opinion

By State Senator Larry Liston There is a lot of talk this legislative session at the State Capitol about making Colorado a more affordable place to live, work, and raise a family. I am committed to advancing solutions this session to address the rising cost of living...

Democrats Kills Tax Cut for Disabled Veterans, Seniors

by Senate GOP | Feb 10, 2022 | Press Release

DENVER – Today, Democrats on the Colorado Senate State, Veterans, and Military Affairs Committee killed an important piece of legislation that would have directly benefited Colorado disabled veterans and seniors. Senate Bill 22-093, by Senator Larry Liston...

Sonnenberg: A bill to put your money back in your pocket

by Senate GOP | Feb 9, 2022 | Opinion

By Senator Jerry Sonnenberg & Representative Rod Pelton Over the past two years, we’ve once again been awed at the resilience and strength of the people of Colorado. Coloradans have dealt with fires, floods, storms, drought, a changing economy and a global...

If a good bill dies in a committee and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound?

by Senate GOP | Feb 8, 2022 | Press Release

DENVER – Today, Democrats in the Colorado State Senate killed two pieces of legislation that would have helped save Coloradans money, expand government transparency, and further expand the voice of voters.  — Senate Bill 22-084, by Senator Bob...