Colorado Legislature Advances Key Bills in Final Days of 2024 Session

With the session ending soon, lawmakers pass significant measures on same-sex marriage, oil and gas regulation, and construction defects.

Senate approves bills to limit oil and gas emissions and impose new industry fees, aiming for environmental and public transport improvements.
House moves to place same-sex marriage amendment on the ballot, reflecting a significant shift in constitutional language.
Construction defects legislation sees mixed fate; one bill progresses while another stalls amid insurance cost concerns.
Proposed changes to liquor licensing could impact major grocery chains, emphasizing local business support.
As the legislative clock ticks down, efforts to address housing affordability and gun reform highlight a busy agenda.