Tag: brandi bradley
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Literal reading of budget bill complicates Colorado legislators’ plans for GOP assembly
Republican Rep. Brandi Bradley’s decision to force the full reading of the state budget — called the “long bill” for its obvious length — has not only slowed House business to a crawl but also disrupted her colleagues’ plans for the weekend. Rarely invoked when it comes to the budget bill, the parliamentary maneuver can…
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Colorado ‘safe injection’ sites bill wins preliminary House approval after late night fight
Progressive House Democrats won the latest skirmish Wednesday night in their efforts to allow facilities where people can use illegal drugs under the supervision of medical professionals. House Bill 1028 would allow municipalities to set up such facilities, which the bill calls “overdose prevention centers.” Under the bill, as amended, drug users would be able…