Colorado’s 2024 legislative session kicked off on Wednesday, January 10th, and will continue for 120 days until May 8th.
The Legislature: For the sixth year, Democrats have total control of the legislature. This is the second year with historically large majorities: 46-19 in the House and 23-12 in the Senate. Democrats’ supermajority in the House means they can override the Governor’s vetoes, refer constitutional changes to voters, and call a special legislative session. They are just shy of a supermajority in the Senate.
Democrats’ Priorities: Senate President Steve Fenberg and House Speaker Julie McCluskie emphasized the importance of civility and spoke about their priorities for the year, including education, housing, affordability, workforce development, and environmental issues. They also warned that global conflict, the 2024 presidential election, and artificial intelligence will be hot topics. Read more about Democrats’ priorities, finding unity, and decorum.
