2025 Colorado Legislative Session Recap: Major Wins for Workforce Housing Providers
The Workforce Housing Coalition secured critical victories in the 2025 Colorado legislative session, successfully defeating harmful legislation and protecting sustainable housing operations in a challenging political environment. Our bipartisan approach and collaboration with the Governor's office helped navigate complex housing policy debates.
SESSION OVERVIEW
This year's General Assembly was driven by urgency around a major budget shortfall and emerging housing issues. Lawmakers grappled with long-standing challenges and pressing new concerns, resulting in intense activism and cross-party collaboration.
Out of 733 bills introduced, 562 passed when the session ended May 7th. Affordable Housing & Infrastructure dominated the agenda as lawmakers tackled housing shortages through reforms in construction defect litigation, rental pricing algorithms, and transparency around hidden fees in the housing market.
Key Workforce Housing Coalition Victories:
Rent Algorithm Bill (HB25-1004): Secured amendments allowing landlords to use market studies based on publicly available data
Jury Trial Bill (HB25-1235): Successfully opposed this bill, which was postponed indefinitely after strong opposition from WHC and Governor Polis
Law Enforcement Bill (SB25-020): Narrowed scope to focus solely on health and safety standards rather than general municipal ordinances
Ongoing Challenges:
Junk Fees Bill (HB25-1090): Passed and signed, impacting common area maintenance fees and creating new operational compliance requirements
Security Deposit Bill (HB25-1249): Passed but Governor Polis has signaled intent to veto
About the Coalition: The Workforce Housing Coalition represents independent landlords, property managers, and housing advocates committed to sustainable workforce housing across Colorado. Workforce housing provides essential rental options for working families, teachers, first responders, and other middle-income earners. We focus on protecting both housing providers and residents through balanced policy that maintains housing availability and affordability. Our strategic bipartisan approach demonstrates how unified advocacy can create positive outcomes for all stakeholders.
Get the full story in our podcast recap for in-depth analysis of these legislative impacts and their practical implications for your operations. Stay connected as we prepare for the 2026 session and upcoming advocacy opportunities.
2025 Legislative Session Recap Podcast:
Victor Sulzer - Partner at Tschetter Sulzer Muccio with over 30 years of landlord-tenant law expertise
Matt LaCrue - Partner at Purple Label Government Solutions, lobbyist
Ellie Reynolds - Partner at Purple Label Government Solutions, lobbyist
Visit whccolorado.com or contact us to get involved and stay informed about upcoming advocacy opportunities.
