Colorado 2026 Regular Session

Colorado House Bill HB1394

Introduced

4/2/26

Refer

4/2/26

Report Pass

4/6/26

Refer

4/6/26

Engrossed

4/13/26

Refer

4/13/26

Report Pass

4/14/26

Refer

4/14/26

Caption

Change Motorcycle Operator Fund to Annual Appropriation

Impact

If passed, HB1394 would change the current operation of the Motorcycle Operator Safety Training Fund, which has been a fund readily accessible for the implementation and administration of motorcycle safety training programs. The bill outlines that the fund will still exist, but expenditures would need to be adhered to the annual appropriation process, which could affect the program's responsiveness to community needs for training and safety initiatives. This change could also result in fluctuations in funding based on state budget priorities each fiscal year, potentially leading to less stability for the motorcycle safety training programs that rely on these funds.

Summary

House Bill 1394 proposes a significant change regarding the Motorcycle Operator Safety Training Fund in Colorado. The bill seeks to convert this fund from being continuously available for expenditure by the office of the chief of the state patrol to a cash fund that is subject to annual appropriation by the General Assembly. This change requires any expenditures from the fund to be approved annually, potentially impacting the reliability and availability of funding for motorcycle safety training initiatives. The bill aims to ensure that the allocation of resources aligns with the state budgetary process, thereby increasing oversight on how funds are used.

Contention

The bill's proposal has generated discussions regarding financial accountability and efficiency in state spending. Supporters of HB1394 argue that tying the fund to annual appropriations will enhance fiscal responsibility and ensure that the use of state funds is continually justified through the budget process. However, opponents may express concern that the annual appropriation method could lead to delays in funding approval, which could hinder timely safety training and could ultimately affect public safety. This aspect may particularly resonate with motorcycle organizations and safety advocates who stress the importance of continuous and accessible training for motorcycle operators.

Latest CO HB1394 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CO SB265

Change Cash Funds to Subject to Annual Appropriation

CO SB187

Sunset Motorcycle Operator Safety Training Program

CO HJR1022

Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

CO SB249

Repeal Annual General Fund Transfer to Revolving Fund

CO SB253

Remove Fee Reversion Animal Feeding Operations

CO SB268

Changes to Money in the Marijuana Tax Cash Fund

CO SB262

Changes to Money in the Capital Construction Fund

CO SB234

Fiscal Year 2024-25 Supplemental Appropriations & Student Financial Aid

CO SB266

Repeal Statutory Appropriation Requirements

CO HB1308

Office of Information Technology & Extend Annual Report Deadline

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