| This brief is your source for the latest updates on legislation and policies impacting Rocky Mountain Partnership Cradle to Career’s 2025 policy priorities! It’s not just about staying informed – we want to equip you to understand and engage with the legislative landscape. You can also visit our website for additional resources including bills being heard in committee each week and our bill tracker. |
Top Things to Know
| Colorado Budget Shortfall: How it’s Impacting Education Funding
A major debate over K-12 education funding is unfolding at the Colorado Capitol. Governor Polis proposed switching to a single-year student count to save $147 million and help address a $1 billion budget shortfall, but school leaders argue it would unfairly cut funding. With enrollment declining, lawmakers are weighing changes to the current funding formula, sparking strong opposition from districts. |
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| From a National Lens: Missing Data and Government Pages
Recent federal website removals have erased thousands of pages of critical data on public health, education, and justice. Experts warn that losing access to this information can hinder research, policy decisions, and community support programs. Reliable data is essential for tracking progress and ensuring strong cradle-to-career outcomes, making transparency and accessibility more important than ever. |
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Bills we’re monitoring, with key updates
Since legislative session started, 332 bills were introduced and we are currently watching the following six that intersect with our policy priorities:
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LEARN Access our Policy Priorities, a list of state legislators in our region, and, as session progresses, insights into the most impactful bills to our network. Click here to learn more. |
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WRITE Write a letter sharing your thoughts about the bills most meaningful and impactful to you. Click the button below to download our letter template. Click here to learn more. |
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SHARE Talk directly to legislators about the bills most meaningful and impactful to you by testifying at the statehouse. Click the button below to learn more. Click here to learn more. |
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