end of session wrap up

The 2025 legislative session has officially concluded. While I advanced meaningful legislation on public safety, housing and healthcare, the looming fiscal reality shaped nearly every conversation under the dome. Throughout these past six months I stayed focused on practical balance solutions that reflect Colorado values- prioritizing responsible governance, safe communities, and access to education and healthcare.

Bill Spotlight

SB25-071 – PROHIBIT RESTRICTIONS ON 340B DRUGS

A significant piece was the passage of SB25-071, a bipartisan effort to protect the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program. This program enables eligible healthcare providers, such as hospitals and federally qualified health centers, to purchase Medicaid medications at discounted rates, thereby extending affordable care to vulnerable and underserved populations.

Key provisions of SB25-071 include:

Prohibiting Restrictions: Manufacturers and associated entities are barred from denying or limiting the acquisition or delivery of 340B drugs to covered entities or their contracted pharmacies.

Transparency Obligations: Hospitals participating in the 340B program must annually disclose the investment in community benefits.

This legislation ensures that vital healthcare resources remain accessible to those in need, reinforcing our commitment to public health.

HB25-1021

Tax Incentives for employee Owned Businesses

HB25-1021 creates new tax incentives to support business owners who sell to their employees. By encouraging employee ownership, this bill helps preserve local businesses, strengthen job stability, and build long-term economic equity across Colorado.

SB25-037

Coal Transition Grants

This bill supports Colorado’s coal transition by providing grants to communities impacted by coal plant and mine closures. It helps fund economic development, workforce retraining, and infrastructure to ensure a just and stable transition for workers and families.

SB25-306

Performance Audits of Certain State Agencies

SB25-306 strengthens government accountability by requiring regular performance audits of the Air Pollution Control Division and the Division of Unemployment Insurance. This ensures taxpayer dollars are being used effectively.

Fiscal Outlook: 2026–27 and Beyond

The 2025 budget relied heavily on one-time transactions—tools we won’t have next year. As we head into 2026–27, Colorado faces a structural deficit that will require us to prioritize our choices. I’m committed to protecting education, Medicaid, and public safety, while pushing for a sustainable, balanced budget and policies that grow our economy.