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The Colorado State Budget: Then & Now 2017

The Colorado State Budget report by the Common Sense Institute reviews the evolution of the state's budget over the past decade. It highlights significant changes in spending, revenue sources, and fiscal policies, emphasizing the growing challenges in balancing the budget amidst increasing demands for public services. The report also explores the implications of these changes for the state's economic stability and future financial planning.

 

State Budget
Unemployment Insurance and the Growing List of Colorado Policy Pain Points

The story of unemployment insurance is not unique. It reflects a broader trend that has emerged across Colorado's economy over the last decade. New compliance obligations rose across industries ranging from

June 18, 2026 Erik GammRoss Kaminsky
State Budget
Colorado Budget: How Did We Get Here?

Colorado’s Joint Budget Committee is proposing an FY2026-27 budget that incorporates half a billion dollars worth of cuts to address a $1.5 billion budget shortage.

April 07, 2026 DJ Summers
State Budget
Colorado's Legislative Pace: 2025 Update

Colorado’s legislative activity has seen an increase in both bill volume and complexity over the past decade.

February 05, 2026 Jimena SanchezErik Gamm
State Budget
Budget Then & Now 2025

A Snapshot of the State Budget and How It Has Changed over the Last Few Decades.

December 11, 2025 Cole Anderson