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Report on Referendum C Revenue and Spending FY 2005-06 through FY 2020-21

This report contains the final audited figures for state revenue retained under Referendum C in the 2005‑06 through 2018‑19 state fiscal years and preliminary numbers for the 2019‑20 and 2020‑21 state fiscal years.  It also reflects the actions of the General Assembly and Governor in spending...

Legislative Council Staff
10/14/2020
Fiscal Policy & Taxes
State Revenue & Budget
Staff Publications

Incentives to Use Solar Power in Colorado

This memorandum provides an overview of the financial incentives for solar power offered by utilities in Colorado, as well as other incentives, including net metering programs and state tax incentives.

Legislative Council Staff
10/05/2020
Energy
Budget Related Publications

Forecast September 2020

Focus Colorado presents forecasts for the economy and state government revenue through FY 2019-20. Implications of the forecast for the state's General Fund budget and spending limit are described in the report's highlights and executive summary sections. The report is based on current law,...

Legislative Council Staff
09/18/2020
Fiscal Policy & Taxes
State Revenue & Budget
Summary of Major Legislation

Summary of Energy Legislation 2020

During the 2020 legislative session, the General Assembly considered a variety of issues related to energy, including consumer protection and bill assistance; energy efficiency in new construction; renewable energy; and natural gas.

Legislative Council Staff
08/27/2020
Energy
Issue Briefs

Restrictions on Natural Gas Use in Buildings (20-17)

Some U.S. cities have adopted legislation to limit or restrict the use of natural gas systems in new construction, instead requiring building systems or appliances to be powered by electricity.  In response to these natural gas prohibitions, some states have enacted legislation prohibiting...

Legislative Council Staff
08/20/2020
Business & Economic Development
Capital Construction
Energy
Staff Publications

Community Choice Energy

Community choice energy (CCE) is an alternative to the investor-owned utility energy supply system that allows local entities to aggregate individual customers within a defined service area and secure alternative energy suppliers on their behalf.  The primary goals of CCEs have been to lower...

Legislative Council Staff
08/05/2020
Energy
Local Government
Budget Related Publications

Economic Indicators Update

This memorandum provides an update on leading economic indicators to inform the General Assembly about the ongoing state of the Colorado and U.S. economies.  Select indicators for business activity, employment, consumer activity, and energy activity are provided.  Data for June and early July...

Legislative Council Staff
08/04/2020
Business & Economic Development
Fiscal Policy & Taxes
State Revenue & Budget
Staff Publications

Fiscal Impacts of the Gallagher Amendment

In 1982, voters approved a constitutional measure governing property taxes, including a provision known as the Gallagher Amendment (Gallagher).  Gallagher sought to protect homeowners from rising property taxes by maintaining a relatively constant ratio of residential and nonresidential property...

Legislative Council Staff
08/03/2020
Fiscal Policy & Taxes
State Government

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