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Issue Briefs

Local Government Sales and Use Taxes (17-26)

Subjects
Fiscal Policy & Taxes
Local Government
Published
07/21/2017

In Colorado, sales taxes are imposed by the state government, counties, municipalities, and special districts.  Overlapping boundaries create 754 unique tax jurisdictions, many with different tax bases, rates, and administrators.  This issue brief summarizes information on how local government sales and use taxes are assessed and administered.

The effective date for bills enacted without a safety clause is August 6, 2025, if the General Assembly adjourns sine die on May 7, 2025 (unless otherwise specified). Details

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The House of Representatives and Senate will not convene on Monday, February 17 in observance of Presidents' Day