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Government Affairs

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Important Update on Proposed Commission Rules 6.17 and 6.27

Posted on December 15, 2025
Government Affairs, REALTOR® News, REALTORS® in the News

Colorado Real Estate Commission Rule Changes   On Tuesday, December 2, the Colorado Real Estate Commission (“Commission”) held a critical rulemaking hearing on several proposed new rules—6.17.D and 6.27 among them —that would have significantly reshaped long-standing interpretations of designated brokerage and broker supervision.   Thanks to thoughtful, informed, professional, and respectful advocacy from the Colorado Association of REALTORS® (CAR) and input from Colorado...

Save the Date for CAR’s RPAC Auction

Posted on September 16, 2025
Government Affairs, REALTOR® News

The countdown is on! CAR’s RPAC Online Auction returns October 13–24, and you won’t want to miss the chance to bid on some incredible items!   Whether you’re looking for luxury and relaxation, the latest tech, or everyday treats to make life a little sweeter, this auction has it all. Bidding opens on October 13, so set your reminder now and be...

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2025 Special Legislative Session Update

Posted on September 2, 2025
Capitol Connection, Government Affairs, REALTOR® News

Colorado lawmakers returned to the Capitol for a six-day special legislative session on August 21st to address the effects of tax policy changes made by House Resolution 1, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”, the Republican federal bill signed by President Trump in July. The changes in the federal tax code made in the bill left Colorado with a roughly...

Colorado REALTORS® Met with Lawmakers in Washington, D.C. to Advocate for Policies to Promote Housing Availability and Increase Access to Homeownership

Posted on June 10, 2025
Government Affairs, Meetings & Events, NAR, REALTOR® News, REALTORS® in the News

Meetings took place during the 2025 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings June 13-18. During the 2025 National Association of REALTORS® Legislative Meetings, 122 members of the Colorado Association of REALTORS® met with members of Congress in Washington, D.C., to advocate for policies that will increase the housing supply and improve access to homeownership. Members and staff of the Colorado Association of REALTORS® met with...

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CAR Championed HB 1272, “Colorado American Dream Act”, Signed by Governor

Posted on May 14, 2025
Government Affairs, REALTOR® News, REALTORS® in the News

On May 12, Governor Jared Polis signed HB25-1272 into law, marking a significant victory for housing in Colorado. HB25-1272, a top priority for the Colorado Association of REALTORS® during the 2025 legislative session, addresses long-standing barriers to condo construction, opening the door to more affordable homeownership across the state. CAR was proud to stand alongside Governor Polis and bill sponsors Rep. Shannon...

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3-2-1 Capitol Connection – May 8, 2025

Posted on May 9, 2025
Capitol Connection, Government Affairs, REALTOR® News, REALTORS® in the News

3 Things to Know The 2025 Legislative Session is Over. The 120-day legislative session wrapped on Wednesday, May 7th. The same batch of legislators won’t reconvene until January 14, 2026, for the start of the 2026 legislative session. This year, the Colorado Association of REALTORS® tracked 84 bills and resolutions of the 732 that were introduced. Nearly 90 bills were read,...

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REALTORS® Urge Lawmakers to Fix Issues with Artificial Intelligence Legislation That Puts Service Providers at Risk

Posted on May 6, 2025
Government Affairs, REALTOR® News, REALTORS® in the News

DENVER - Yesterday, at the request of bill sponsor Majority Leader Robert Rodriguez, the Senate Committee on Business, Labor, and Technology voted to indefinitely postpone Senate Bill 25-318 “Artificial Intelligence Consumer Protections.” This legislation, which aimed to address unresolved issues from last year’s Senate Bill 24-205, was introduced with fewer than two weeks remaining in the 2025 session – echoing...

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3-2-1 Capitol Connection – May 1, 2025

Posted on May 2, 2025
Capitol Connection, Government Affairs, REALTOR® News

3 Things to Know Paving the Way for New Condo Construction. We are excited to share that one of our top two priorities for 2025, the “Colorado American Dream Act” (HB 1272) has officially passed—marking a huge step forward in addressing Colorado’s housing crisis and increasing housing supply. This legislation establishes the Multi-Family Construction Incentive Program, beginning January 1, 2026: a...

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3-2-1 Capitol Connection – April 17, 2025

Posted on April 17, 2025
Capitol Connection, Government Affairs, REALTOR® News, REALTORS® in the News

3 Things to Know New Homeowners’ Insurance Enterprises. "Increase Access Homeowner's Insurance Enterprises" (House Bill 1302)—a bill that passed its first committee last week, is on our radar and should be on yours as well. The bill creates two new state enterprises aimed at protecting homes from wildfire and extreme weather: the Strengthen Colorado Homes Enterprise (which will fund grants to...

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3-2-1 Capitol Connection – April 3, 2025

Posted on April 3, 2025
Capitol Connection, Government Affairs, REALTOR® News, REALTORS® in the News

“2025-26 State Budget Edition” First, the Colorado Association of REALTORS® (CAR) helped recently defeat a bill where a single transaction could have resulted in a Colorado Consumer Protection Act (CCPA) claim against a REALTOR® with severe penalties. Senate Bill 157 “Deceptive Trade Practice Significant Impact Standard” would have reduced the public impact test threshold to “having the capacity to injure” the...

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