Voters could have choice to amend TABOR

“The real purpose of this measure is to establish a frontal attack—a way to get rid of the Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights”

Stepped-up DUI penalties pass muster in House

Pending measure is aimed at alcohol and drug abusers who are repeat offenders

‘Tax Day’ rally draws cheers, jeers, and almost 2,000 people

“I don’t want my rights kicked by a donkey but I don’t want my rights trampled by an elephant either,”

If a rainy day fund is created, will future lawmakers use restraint?

“…we have to take money out of something else in order to save money.”

How to provide transparency — with 80’s-era software

“I think the taxpayers want to know where their money is going and transparency shines a light into what government is doing,”

Mandate on homebuilders creates boiling debate

“I believe that this puts homebuilders a in a box and homebuyers in a box”

Remaining tax exemptions and credits could get regular scrutiny

“It’s only going after tax credits and exemptions that were put there for a particular reason”

Biomass gets a boost from lawmakers

“Promoting woody biomass will contribute to our new energy economy.”

From the plow to the table: Bill would create food “advisory council”

“It’s important to get all the stakeholders…to address issues such as promoting locally grown foods, and healthy food choices for school children”

Horses get a helping hand from legislative panel

“Horses are a part of our Western heritage and deserve to be cared for and respected.”