Why is the title of a bill so important?
The title of a bill provides notice to the public as to the contents of the bill. Article V, section 21 of the State Constitution requires that a bill contain […]
District Court’s Opinion on Choice Scholarship Pilot Program May Provide Guidance for Future Voucher Bills
by Julie Pelegrin On August 12, 2011, Denver district court judge Michael Martinez issued a 68-page order shutting down the Douglas County voucher program known as the “Choice Scholarship Pilot […]
Does the General Assembly have a set policy regarding public records and e-mail?
Yes. In addition to the statutory requirements of the Colorado Open Records Act, the General Assembly has adopted specific policies related to public records and e-mail. These policies are available […]
Shall State Taxes Be Increased? November Ballot Features Temporary Tax Increase Initiative for Public Education
by Holly Mandis This November, a single citizen-sponsored initiative will appear on the ballot: Proposition 103, the Temporary Tax Increase for Public Education. State Senator Rollie Heath, who initially proposed […]
What is the OLLS’ role in the ballot initiative process?
When a citizen proposes a ballot initiative, he or she must first submit it to the Legislative Council Staff (LCS). At that point, staff from both the OLLS and LCS […]