Bill aims for ‘more efficient…consumer-friendly’ SOS office

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Measure would mean easier online searches, reduced filing fees for the public.

House OK’s bill giving public a preview of new state regs

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“Government works for the people, people don’t work for the government.”

Panel red-lights proposed ban on photo-cop

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Yet, sponsor contends: “When you look at the camera by itself, its not a safety issue, it’s a revenue issue.”

Poverty-impact statements nixed in legislative committee

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Proposal was touted to provide a “holistic” view of public policy’s effect on public welfare.

What price public policy? Ask biz, says GOP pol; Dems disagree

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“This is the session of jobs, and the governor has said he wants to watch out for burdens put on businesses.”

Lawmaker: Don’t turn to taxpayers if you use illegal drugs

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“If indeed you have the money for drugs, you don’t need a check from the government.”

Lawmaker seeks tighter safeguards for personal info gathered by investigators

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“If you have the information ahead of time, you can compromise peoples lives.”

Overpayment for unemployment: state zeroes in on a fix

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“There will always be a systematic level of improper payments.”

GOP wants to streamline regs; Dems say plan has merit

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“We asked the job creators what they needed, and they consistently told us that creating a more stable regulatory environment would create jobs.”

Legislation would give edge to Coloradans on state projects

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“When I knock on doors and speak with my constituents, they tell me they want us to work together to create jobs and improve the economy.”