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Governor Polis Signs Bills into Law Expanding Freedoms for Colorado Food Trucks and Protecting Colorado's Environment and Air Quality, Takes Action on Bills

Government and Politics

May 20, 2025

From: Colorado Governor Jared Polis

DENVER - On May 20, 2025, Governor Polis signed bills into law expanding mobility and operations across Colorado for food truck owners and operators, investing in environmental opportunities for youth, and protecting Colorado's clean air by increasing building decarbonization standards. 

Governor Polis signed HB25-1295 - Food Truck Operations, sponsored by Representatives Manny Rutinel and Mandy Lindsay, and Senators Dylan Roberts and John Carson. 

“I’m excited that we are making it easier for food trucks to serve up delicious food in different cities and towns across the state. By getting rid of unnecessary regulations, Colorado’s talented chefs can bring more delicious food to your community,” said Governor Polis. 

Governor Polis also signed the following bills into law increasing environmental literacy for Colorado’s youth, and improving Colorado’s air quality: 

  • SB25-055 - Youth Involvement In Environmental Justice, sponsored by Senators Faith Winter and Janice Marchman, and Representatives Junie Joseph and Jennifer Bacon
  • HB25-1269 - Building Decarbonization Measures, sponsored by Representatives Jenny Willford and Alex Valdez, and Senators Matt Ball and Cathy Kipp 

“We all have a role to play in protecting this state we love for future generations and these bills help more young people get involved in improving our environment and reduce emissions from buildings in our state to improve Colorado’s air quality. I appreciate the sponsors for their work on these bills to support Colorado’s future,” said Governor Jared Polis. 

The Governor also signed the following bills administratively: 

  • SB25-155 - Legislation Inside Advisory Council, sponsored by Senators Gonzales and Ball, and Representative Clifford
  • SB25-176 - Sunset Commodity Handler & Farm Products Act, sponsored by Senators R. Pelton and Snyder, and Representatives Martinez and Winter
  • SB25-226 - Extending Spinal & Related Medicine Program, sponsored by Senators Amabile and Kirkmeyer, and Representatives Bird and Taggart
  • SB25-229 - Reimbursement for Community Health Workers, sponsored by Senators Kirkmeyer and Bridges, and Representatives Bird and Taggart
  • HB25-1113 - Limit Turf in New Residential Development, sponsored by Representatives Smith and McCormick, and Senator Roberts
  • HB25-1175 - Smart Meter Opt-In Program, sponsored by Representatives Lieder and Joseph, and Senator Rodriguez