DENVER ~ Denver - In a move to further promote safe gun ownership and protect Coloradans from senseless gun violence, Governor Polis signed several bills into law today. The first bill, SB26-004, was sponsored by Senators Tom Sullivan and Julie Gonzales, and Representatives Meg Froelich and Jenny Willford. This bill expands the list of petitioners who can request a protection order, building upon the success of Colorado's red flag law which has been used over 370 times since its implementation in 2024.

Governor Polis expressed his support for the new legislation, stating that it will help keep communities safe and prevent gun violence. He also signed three bipartisan bills into law today: SB26-039, which addresses disability and survivor benefits for the Fire and Police Pension Association; SB26-050, which requires child care centers to disclose certain policies; and SB26-074, which clarifies penalties for excessive public construction bond claims.

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The bill sponsors were also present at the signing ceremony. Senators Marc Snyder and Byron Pelton, along with Representatives Andrew Boesenecker and Rick Taggart sponsored SB26-039. Senators Janice Marchman and Scott Bright, along with Representatives Junie Joseph and Matt Soper sponsored SB26-050. And finally, Senators John Carson and Marc Snyder, along with Representatives Sean Camacho and Kenny Nguyen sponsored SB26-074.

With these new laws in place, Governor Polis hopes to continue promoting safety in Colorado communities while also addressing important issues such as pension benefits, child care policies, and construction bond claims.

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