Special General Assembly Update – Your 2025 Legislative Guides

I have attached the updated versions of the two 2025 General Assembly documents I previously shared, incorporating recent changes due to the Senate Republicans’ revision of committee assignments and the filling of several Senate vacancies. Additionally, I have included information on the priorities being outlined by both major parties as we begin the session (see p. 28 in the 75th Colorado General Assembly Guide)

In the latest news, Matt Ball was selected by a Democratic vacancy committee to represent Senate District 31 in central Denver, defeating Rep. Steven Woodrow after five rounds of voting. His victory leaves only one vacancy remaining in House District 41, following Rep. Iman Jodeh’s appointment to succeed Janet Buckner in Senate District 29. On the Republican side, John Carson was chosen to fill the vacancy in Senate District 30 left by Kevin Van Winkle’s departure.

The three senators recently appointed by the vacancy committees will be sworn in on Friday once the necessary paperwork has been submitted to the Secretary of State for certification. While Senator-elect Carson has been assigned his committees, we are still awaiting committee assignments for Senator-elects Ball and Jodeh, which are expected to be announced in the coming days. Additionally, with Iman Jodeh moving to the Senate, the House will need to fill the vacancy in HD 41 and address any resulting committee assignment changes. Recently, Dr. Anne Keke, president of the Aurora School Board, announced her intention to run for the House District 41 seat. Keke has already secured a significant number of endorsements, including five current Democratic members of the General Assembly.

In the interim, I am pleased to share:

1. 75th Colorado General Assembly Guide (Updated): This memorandum provides a detailed overview of the 75th Colorado General Assembly. It outlines the leadership and committee structures in both the State House and State Senate, highlighting prominent figures from the two major political parties. The document also introduces new members of the General Assembly, including those selected to fill legislative vacancies, and explores potential priorities for Governor Jared Polis in 2025. Furthermore, it offers insight into the state’s ongoing budget challenges and fiscal constraints, which are expected to influence legislative discussions and decisions during the upcoming session.
2. New Legislators Guide (Updated): While this information is already included in the guide above, I wanted to provide it separately for quick reference. Colorado will see a notable influx of new faces at the State Capitol, with a quarter (25) of its legislators beginning their terms for the first time (although Dan Woog previously served one term in the House from 2020-2022). These newcomers will be navigating the legislative process as they start their inaugural terms, bringing fresh perspectives and energy to the state’s governance. With so many changes, it may be difficult to keep track of who’s who. To help you get acquainted with the new members of the 75th Colorado General Assembly, I’ve put together an overview of those joining in 2025.

FGMC_75th Colorado General Assembly Guide

FGMC_New Legislators Guide

Happy legislating, my friends!

Best,

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