Legislative and Advocacy

Noxious weed and invasive species prevention and management is a non-partisan issue that impacts all Colorado residents and visitors: agriculture, conservation, environmental protection, forestry, natural resources, outdoor recreation, tourism, water, etc. are all impacted by invasive species.

Learn about CWMA’s efforts and stay informed about statewide legislative concerns that affect the weed management industry!

2024 Colorado Legislative Session

CWMA has been active for the start of the 2024 legislative session! Our legislative committee has engaged with two bills: supporting SB24-031 (Local Authority to Enforce Violations of the Noxious Weed Act) and opposing HB24-1178 (Local Government Authority to Regulate Pesticides). We are tracking HB24-1117 (Invertebrates and Rare Plants Parks and Wildlife Commission).

To learn more about the bills please visit the following links:

SB24-031 (Local Authority to Enforce Violations of the Noxious Weed Act)

HB24-1178 (Local Government Authority to Regulate Pesticides)

HB24-1117 (Invertebrates and Rare Plants Parks and Wildlife Commission)

Looking to participate more as a CWMA member? Join the legislative committee today!

See Past Years Legislative Action

Highlights

We will share specific legislation that is being proposed and how you can get active.

CWMA tracks legislation that impacts our industry so you don’t have to! We sweep for newly introduced bills each week.

CWMA’s Legislative Policy Guide

This guide helps CWMA Members, the Board of Directors, the Legislative Committee, and Lobbyists when forming policy or taking positions on legislation, regulation, or policy on behalf of the organization.

Find Your Representative

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