To Prime or to Joint Prime
by Patti Dahlberg Every introduced bill has at least one prime sponsor, but many bills introduced in the Colorado General Assembly have joint prime (or co-prime) sponsors. There are many […]
Legislative Process
How many days does it take to pass a bill?
Section 22 of Article V of the Colorado constitution says that “no bill shall become a law except by a vote of the majority of all members elected to each […]
The “D” in December Stands for Deadlines
by Patti Dahlberg For most people, December means holidays, lots of food, and maybe a little snow here and there. For Colorado state legislators, the “D” in December marks the […]
Do I have to have an opposite house prime sponsor when my bill is introduced?
No, you don’t need an opposite house prime sponsor when your bill is introduced. You must, however, have an opposite house prime sponsor before your bill can pass on third […]
How do I get other members to sign on as sponsors of my bill prior to introduction?
While your bill is still in the possession of the OLLS, any other member may let the Office know that he or she wants to be a sponsor on your […]