Overview of Colorado Workforce Development Programs
This memorandum provides a summary of various workforce development programs in Colorado.
Overview of Colorado Economic Development Programs and Incentives
This memorandum provides an overview of programs that are designed to provide a boost to Colorado's economy, including incentivizing businesses to locate in Colorado, expand their Colorado-based workforce, or otherwise grow their Colorado business operations. This memorandum does not include...
Summary of 2022 Labor and Employment Legislation
The General Assembly considered several measures related to labor and employment during the 2022 legislative session, including numerous bills on workforce development, as well as bills on wage theft, non-compete agreements, and whistleblower protection, among others.
Off-Premises Retail Liquor Licensing (22-11)
This issue brief provides an overview of Colorado laws related to the retail sale of alcohol, including beer, wine, and spirits, in original sealed containers for off‑premises consumption.
Regional Trends in Labor Force and Employment During the Pandemic Recovery
This memorandum highlights regional and sectoral differences in Colorado’s labor market and employment recovery from the pandemic‑induced recession, including in labor force, job openings, and employment.
Job Growth Credit
Report No. 2022-TE38
Summary of 2022 Professions and Occupations Legislation
During the 2022 legislative session, the Colorado General Assembly considered several measures concerning professions and occupations including health care professionals, sunrise and sunset reviews, and employment and licensure.
Preservation of Historic Structures Tax Credit
Report No. 2022-TE33
Summary of 2022 Business and Economic Development Legislation
During the 2022 legislative session, the General Assembly passed numerous bills related to general business issues and economic development initiatives.
Summary of 2022 Agriculture Legislation
During the 2022 legislative session, the Colorado General Assembly considered measures related to agriculture, including wildlife and conservation, workforce, the Colorado State Fair, and other agriculture‑related topics.
2022 Sunset Review Hearings
Sunset laws allow the General Assembly to periodically review the need for state regulations, advisory committees, or state agencies and to update the law creating the agency or function. To accomplish this review, committees of reference hold public sunset hearings on sunset reports issued by...
Child Care Facility Investment Credits
Report No. 2022-TE8
Contaminated Land Redevelopment Credit
Report No. 2022-TE11
Colorado Works Program Employer Credit
Report No. 2022-TE4
Colorado Economic Development Programs and Incentives
This memorandum provides an overview of programs that are designed to provide a boost to Colorado's economy, including incentivizing businesses to locate in Colorado, expand their Colorado-based workforce, or otherwise grow their Colorado business operations. This memorandum does not include...
Unemployment Insurance and Economic Downturns
This memorandum provides an overview of the Colorado unemployment insurance (UI) program, including UI benefits, funding, and solvency in the context of recent economic downturns.
Summary of 2021 Consumer Protection
During the 2021 legislative session, the General Assembly considered several consumer protection measures related to mortgage lenders, online dating services, after‑market airbags, and towing companies.
Summary of 2021 Economic Development Legislation
During the 2021 legislative session, the General Assembly considered several measures intended to support economic development efforts in the state.
Summary of 2021 Labor and Employment Legislation
During the 2021 legislative session, the General Assembly considered several measures related to labor and employment, including measures related to workforce development, the treatment of workers, and workers’ compensation.
Aircraft Manufacturer New Employee Credit
Report No. 2021-TE21
Advanced Industry Investment Credit
Report No. 2021-TE15
Enterprise Zone Contribution Credit
Report No. 2021-TE16
Updated - Summary of Federal Legislation Passed in Response to COVID-19 (21-05)
This issue brief provides a summary of the federal legislation that was passed in response to the COVID‑19, or coronavirus, public health emergency.
Updated - Resources for Small Businesses in Response to COVID-19
This memorandum provides an overview of various federal, state, and local programs and resources that are available to provide assistance to small businesses in Colorado during the COVID-19 public health emergency.