What is required for a bill to become law in Colorado?

For a bill to become law in Colorado, it must pass both chambers of the General Assembly and be signed by the Governor. This is a fundamental aspect of the legislative process in the state. Initially, the bill is introduced and then goes through various stages in both the House and Senate, including debates, amendments, and votes. Once a bill has successfully passed both the House of Representatives and the Senate, it is then sent to the Governor, who has the authority to sign it into law or veto it.

This process ensures that the proposed legislation is thoroughly examined and discussed before it becomes enforceable law, reflecting the principles of checks and balances inherent in the legislative system. Other options, such as requiring a review by the Supreme Court, a public referendum, or a two-thirds majority in the Senate, do not align with the standard legislative process followed in Colorado, which emphasizes the roles of the General Assembly and the Governor.