House Bill 22-1091, which would enable the publication of Colorado's high-court opinions in a free, searchable online format, passed the House Judiciary Committee this week. The bill would require the state judicial department to make all opinions by the state Supreme Court and Court of Appeals, going all the way back to the time of statehood, available by March 1, 2024. Current state law only requires print publication, so this project would make research easier for those who can't afford subscriptions to legal journal databases. The measure will now be considered by the House Appropriations Committee. Read more.
Have you seen the new quarters yet? The coins will feature iconic women like poet and activist Maya Angelou and suffragist and politician Nina Otero-Warren. The U.S. Mint will produce these special quarters through 2025.
The legal battle over reproductive health has been making headlines, and safeguarding these rights is an important part of the League's positions. Here are some actions that LWV has taken across the country to protect these choices for women everywhere. Looking for a way to support LWVCO's advocacy at the state level? We know this issue will be a focal point of the current legislative session, so we are proactively building a group of supporters to form a Reproductive Rights Task Force. Sign up now to be contacted with more details as they become available! |