Colorado’s legislative session is packed this year, with more than 100 bills already in motion. In today’s episode of OpenAgenda.wtf, we focused on three proposals that could significantly impact individual rights, privacy, and family decision‑making across the state.
Below is a clear, fact‑driven breakdown of what each bill does and why it matters.
HB1021 – The Second Amendment Protection Act
HB1021 aims to roll back a long list of Colorado firearm regulations passed in recent years. Supporters argue that the state has layered on too many restrictions that infringe on the Second Amendment. The bill would:
• Repeal age limits, waiting periods, and storage requirements
• Remove restrictions on carrying firearms in certain public spaces
• Roll back ammunition and magazine regulations
• Restore pre‑2023 liability protections for gun manufacturers
• Limit local governments’ ability to create their own firearm rules
• Remove CBI’s authority to lead statewide investigations on certain gun‑related crimes
The core idea: erase existing restrictions rather than add new ones.
HB1037 – Banning Government Purchase of Personal Data
This bipartisan bill would prevent Colorado government agencies from buying personal data from third‑party brokers. “Personal data” includes:
• Browsing history
• Location data
• Financial information
• Behavioral inferences
• Consumer activity patterns
If passed, law enforcement and other agencies could no longer purchase this information from companies like data brokers or analytics firms. Voluntarily public information (like social media posts) is not covered.
The bill includes exceptions for emergencies and public safety situations.
SB18018 – Legal Protection for the Dignity of Minors
This proposal has raised significant concern because it allows courts to consider a parent’s acceptance or rejection of a child’s gender identity when making custody decisions.
Critics argue that it undermines parental rights and opens the door to government overreach into family matters. Supporters frame it as a child‑protection measure.
Either way, it’s a bill that deserves close public attention.
Why These Bills Matter
Together, these proposals touch on three major themes:
• Individual rights (HB1021)
• Personal privacy (HB1037)
• Parental authority (SB18018)
They also highlight how quickly policy can shift — and why staying informed is essential.
Use this link to ensure you stay up-to-date with the Colorado Legislative Agenda: https://www.billtrack50.com/public/stakeholderpage/2kU74DDOMEeOmytO4WFG4Q
As we discussed in the episode, civic engagement isn’t optional anymore. Whether it’s attending hearings, submitting public comments, or simply talking with neighbors, Coloradans have a real opportunity to shape what happens next.
