Colorado legislature lobbyists spent $70M on payments last year, influencing bills on oil & gas, consumer protections, housing, and "forever chemicals."

Colorado legislature lobbyists spent nearly $70M in payments last year, impacting hundreds of bills, especially those on oil & gas regulation, consumer protections, housing, and "forever chemicals". Special interests use lobbying to build relationships with legislators and influence policy outcomes. Despite acknowledging its role, some lawmakers express concerns over its impact on the legislative process.

July 07, 2024
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