Colorado legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Colorado HJR1028: Full & Fair Funding of Public Schools
Status: Passed both chambers, June 3, 2026
Concerning a commitment to pursue full and fair funding of public schools.
What the bill says
From the chaptered text, June 3, 2026:
HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION 26-1028 BY REPRESENTATIVE(S) Hamrick and Goldstein, Bacon, Boesenecker, Brown, Camacho, Carter, Duran, Froelich, Gilchrist, Jackson, Joseph, Lieder, Lindsay, Lukens, Martinez, Mauro, McCormick, Nguyen, Paschal, Phillips, Rydin, Sirota, Smith, Stewart K., Story, Titone, Velasco, Zokaie, McCluskie; also SENATOR(S) Kolker, Amabile, Ball, Benavidez, Bridges, Cutter, Danielson, Daugherty, Exum, Gonzales J., Hinrichsen, Jodeh, Kipp, Lindstedt, Marchman, Mullica, Roberts, Snyder, Sullivan, Wallace, Weissman, Coleman. CONCERNING A COMMITMENT TO PURSUE FULL AND FAIR FUNDING OF PUBLIC SCHOOLS. WHEREAS, Public education is the bedrock of our democracy, fondamental to individual opportunity, the underpinning of thriving communities, and the key to Colorado's economic prosperity and future; and WHEREAS, Maintaining and improving the competitiveness of Colorado and its students requires wise and adequate investment in Colorado's public schools; and WHEREAS, The return on investment of money invested in Colorado's public schools has long been recognized as among the nation's highest; and WHEREAS, Increasing high school graduation rates, industry certifications, and completed associate's degrees in Colorado exemplify the effectiveness of Colorado's investment in public schools; and WHEREAS, Research shows that increased public school funding results in long-term gains in graduation rates and lifetime wages, prevents crime, and lowers incarceration costs; and WHEREAS, Public school educators and support staff across Colorado make invaluable contributions to their schools, districts, and communities by dedicating their time, talents, and out-of-pocket …
Sponsors
- Hamrick, Eliza (D, 61) · primary sponsor
- Goldstein, Lori (D, 29) · primary sponsor
- Bacon, Jennifer (D, 7)
- Boesenecker, Andrew (D, 53)
- Brown, Kyle (D, 12)
- Camacho, Sean (D, 6)
- Carter, Michael (D, 36)
- Duran, Monica (D, 23)
- Froelich, Meg (D, 3)
- Gilchrist, Lindsay (D, 8)
- Jackson, Jamie (D, 41)
- Joseph, Junie (D, 10)
Latest actions
- : Signed by the President of the Senate
- : Signed by the Speaker of the House
- : Senate Third Reading Passed - No Amendments
- : Senate Third Reading Laid Over to 05/11/2026 - No Amendments
- : Introduced In Senate - Assigned to
- : House Third Reading Passed - No Amendments
- : House Third Reading Laid Over Daily - No Amendments
- : Introduced In House - Assigned to
Votes
- Consideration of Resolutions: RESOLUTION (May 11, 2026): 33 yea, 2 nay, passed
- RESOLUTIONS: RES (May 8, 2026): 54 yea, 5 nay, passed
Subjects: Resolutions and Memorials, House Joint Resolutions
Common questions
- What is HJR1028?
- HJR1028 is a bill in the Colorado Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Full & Fair Funding of Public Schools.
- What does HJR1028 do?
- Concerning a commitment to pursue full and fair funding of public schools.
- What is the status of HJR1028?
- Passed both chambers as of June 3, 2026. Latest action: Signed by the President of the Senate (June 3, 2026).
- Who sponsored HJR1028?
- Hamrick, Eliza (D, 61), with 11 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HJR1028?
- On the Colorado Legislature website: https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/hjr26-1028
Source: official Colorado record. Tracked by Delilah, AI for legislation across all 50 states and Congress.