Colorado 2026 Regular Session

Colorado House Bill HB1389

Introduced

4/2/26

Refer

4/2/26

Report Pass

4/7/26

Refer

4/7/26

Engrossed

4/13/26

Refer

4/13/26

Report Pass

4/14/26

Refer

4/14/26

Caption

Comprehensive Human Sexuality Education Grant Appropriation

Impact

By eliminating the annual appropriation requirement, HB1389 could significantly impact how funds are allocated to sexual education programs. The bill suggests a shift towards a more flexible funding structure, which could allow for financial resource management that better fits the varying needs of educational departments. However, financial implications may mean reduced funding, as indicated by a proposed decrease of $991,025 from the general fund appropriation for the upcoming fiscal year.

Summary

House Bill 1389 aims to eliminate the annual appropriation requirement for the Comprehensive Human Sexuality Education Grant Program in Colorado. This bill proposes to repeal the provision that mandated the general assembly to appropriate at least one million dollars each year for the program. The intention behind this bill is to reduce unnecessary restrictions on budget allocation and to streamline funding processes for educational initiatives.

Contention

The discussions surrounding this bill may involve debate over the adequacy of sexual education funding and the prioritization of public health initiatives. Opponents of the bill might argue that removing the mandatory funding requirement could jeopardize the effectiveness and reach of sexual education programs, citing concerns about potential underfunding. Proponents, however, could counter that this measure fosters fiscal responsibility and allows for adjustments based on the actual needs of the community instead of a fixed annual amount.

Latest CO HB1389 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CO HB1149

Comprehensive Black History & Culture Education in K-12

CO SB316

Auraria Higher Education Center Appropriations

CO SB218

Permissible Colorado Department of Education Uses of School Transformation Grants

CO SB217

Repeal Computer Science Education Grant Program

CO SB266

Repeal Statutory Appropriation Requirements

CO SB234

Fiscal Year 2024-25 Supplemental Appropriations & Student Financial Aid

CO SB265

Change Cash Funds to Subject to Annual Appropriation

CO SB037

Coal Transition Grants

CO SB210

Repeal Appropriation Requirement

CO HB1263

Graduate Medical Education Grant Program

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